NDP MP and critic for Indigenous Affairs Romeo Saganash (Abitibi–Baie-James–Nunavik–Eeyou, Que.) made the following statement following the Ontario Superior Court of Justice decision in the Brown v. Canada case: “After eight years of litigation, New Democrats welcome this landmark decision of the Superior Court of Justice in favour of the 16,000 Indigenous children in Ontario who were harmed … Read more
Liberal MPs voted down an NDP motion calling on the government to apologize for abandoning its promise to reform Canada’s outdated and unfair voting system. “This was a black and white promise repeated hundreds of times and as recently as two months ago,” said NDP MP and Critic for Electoral Reform Nathan Cullen (Skeena–Bulkley Valley, BC.). “The … Read more
New Democrats are urging Prime Minister Justin Trudeau (Papineau, Que.) to stand up for Canadians values and priorities in his meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump. “Prime Minister Trudeau must take this opportunity to tell Mr. Trump the truth that Canadians are opposed to his policies that turn away immigrants and refugees based on their religion,” said NDP … Read more
A survey conducted in 14 federal electoral districts affected by the Kinder Morgan expansion project shows over 60 per cent of residents oppose the new pipeline. NDP BC Caucus Chair Kennedy Stewart (Burnaby South, B.C.) says, “This survey confirms our long-held view that British Columbians largely oppose Kinder Morgan’s plans – especially those living on or near … Read more
Bill C-274 tabled by NDP MP Guy Caron (Rimouski-Neigette–Témiscouata–Les Basques, Que.) was voted on and defeated in the House of Commons. The bill aimed to put an end to the unfair tax in the transfer of family businesses to another member of the same family. “Of course I’m disappointed with this result. I tabled this bill … Read more
The NDP announced it will be forcing a vote on the Liberals decision to break their promise to change Canada’s electoral system and make 2015 the last election held under the current outdated and unfair voting system. “The Prime Minister’s promise to improve our voting system could not have been clearer,” said NDP MP and Critic for Democratic … Read more
NDP MP and Critic for the Status of Women Sheila Malcolmson (anaimo-Ladysmith, B.C.) made the following statement: “50 years ago, the Royal Commission on the Status of Women exposed widespread discrimination against women and set forth a clear plan to promote women’s rights. The Commission led to the establishment of Status of Women Canada, and the appointment of a Status … Read more
NDP MP and Ethics critic Alexandre Boulerice (Rosemont–La Petite-Patrie, Que.) tabled his bill to ban preferential access to ministers and the Prime Minister at private fundraising events. The bill would give the ethics commissioner greater authority and latitude to investigate these activities. “We expect the Liberals to support their own ethics guidelines and vote in favour of this … Read more
NDP MP and Multiculturalism critic Rachel Blaney (North Island-Powell River, B.C.) made the following statement on Black History Month: “As Black History Month begins, New Democrats join Canadians in celebrating and honouring the legacy of Black Canadians, past and present. Despite the countless achievements and contributions to our society, Black Canadians are often missing from our history books … Read more
The NDP have proposed several measures the government of Canada should take to address the situation following the immigration and travel ban instituted by US President Donald Trump. “Canadians reject any ban based on race, religion or place or birth, and they expect their leaders to speak out and take appropriate action,” said NDP MP and … Read more
