NDP MP Hélène Laverdière (Laurier–Sainte-Marie, Que.) presented a petition, with nearly four thousand signatures, calling on the Government of Canada to demand that Israel immediately and completely cease all settlement activities in the occupied Palestinian territory, including East Jerusalem. “I am offended, frankly, that my questions about Canadian policy on Israel/Palestine have gone unanswered by this Minister … Read more
NDP Canada Post Critic Irene Mathyssen (London–Fanshawe, Ont.) put forward motion M-166, calling on the Liberals to strike a special committee with the purpose of examining and recommending a plan for a federal postal banking system administered under the Canada Post Corporation. “M-166 will allow us once and for all to move forward with a plan that … Read more
NDP MP Christine Moore (Abitibi–Témiscamingue, Que.) issued a statement: “As you are now aware, I sent an email expressing some concerns I had regarding a colleague’s behaviour. It is important that we take this kind of information seriously and I have confidence in the process that is being put in place and will be participating in any … Read more
NDP leader Jagmeet Singh has completed his shadow cabinet shuffle which began last week during the caucus retreat. NDP MP Ruth Ellen Brosseau (Berthier–Maskinongé, Que.) will take on the role of House Leader. Peter Julian (New Westminster-Burnaby, B.C.), will become Finance critic, while Alexandre Boulerice (Rosemont–La Petite-Patrie, Que.), in addition to being Quebec lieutenant, will be the … Read more
New Democrats are renewing calls on the Liberal government to end pension theft. The NDP has proposed legislation that would protect the pensions workers and retirees have earned. “Companies like Sears and Carillion continue to fail our workers. These workers need more than information sessions with Service Canada – they need to know their retirement … Read more
This week, the Liberal government committed Canadians to the Comprehensive and Progressive Partnership for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP), despite loud concerns from different Canadian sectors, specifically Canadian auto. “The NDP and I stand alongside automotive manufacturers and workers in this country who have voiced their respective concerns to the CPTPP and who feel completely blindsided by this … Read more
NDP leader Jagmeet Singh made some key changes to his senior team. NDP MP Ruth Ellen Brosseau (Berthier–Maskinongé, Que.) will be the new House Leader supported by Murray Rankin (Victoria, B.C.) as Deputy House Leader. Marjolaine Boutin-Sweet (Hochelaga, Que.) will continue in her role as Whip and will be joined by Rachel Blaney (North Island-Powell River, B.C.) as Deputy Whip. Guy … Read more
NDP Public Safety Critic Matthew Dubé (Beloeil-Chambly, Que.) made the following statement: “As it was revealed by the Globe and Mail today, police are investigating a new data breach at Bell Canada, where hackers have illegally obtained the personal information of up to 100,000 customers. Companies that have access to Canadians’ personal data must be transparent and accountable to … Read more
As a result of numerous travel complications and flight cancellations, the NDP national Caucus strategy session in Saguenay will be relocated to Ottawa. Details to follow. Call 613-222-2351. NDP International Trade Critic Tracey Ramsey (Essex, Ont.) made the following statement: “New Democrats have long been concerned by the secrecy surrounding the Trans-Pacific Partnership trade negotiations. Yet, despite promises to be … Read more
NDP Status of Women Critic Sheila Malcolmson (Nanaimo-Ladysmith, B.C.) made the following statement: “Today millions of people across Canada and around the world are gathering to march for women’s rights and human rights. The #MeToo and #Timesup campaigns showed the magnitude of sexual assault and harassment, and saw brave women and men standing up to say ‘no … Read more
