The Liberal government must listen to Indigenous families and set out broad terms of reference for any national inquiry into missing and murdered indigenous women and girls, said NDP Status of Women Critic Sheila Malcolmson (Nanaimo-Ladysmith, B.C.). “We heard from Indigenous families that the inquiry must to look at systemic factors – including the roles … Read more
New Democrats criticized the Liberal government for moving ahead with Stephen Harper’s planned cuts to provincial health transfers. “After promising Canadians that they would invest billions more in health care, the Liberals are instead going ahead with Conservative cuts to health transfers,” said NDP Health Critic Don Davies (Vancouver-Kingsway, B.C.). “And Minister Philpott is using the same talking … Read more
NDP national parks critic Wayne Stetski (Kootenay-Columbia, BC) made the following statement: “Today we celebrate Canada’s rich and diverse natural heritage. From coast to coast to coast, our national, provincial and community parks allow Canadians to enjoy spectacular landscapes and to connect with the natural world around us. On this Parks Day, it is important to reflect upon … Read more
NDP leader Thomas Mulcair (Outremont, Que.) issued a statement on the attack in Nice, France. “Last night, while celebrating Bastille Day in Nice and the triumph of liberty over tyranny, French citizens were once again attacked by hatred and terror. New Democrats join with all Canadians in condemning this heinous terrorist attack against innocent people.” … Read more
NDP Agriculture and Agri-Food critic Ruth Ellen Brosseau (Berthier-Maskinongé, Que.) made the following statement:“The new agreement between farmers and processors is excellent news for the dairy industry. However, it should not be forgotten that the efficiency of our supply management system is based on three pillars and that one of them – import control – is in the … Read more
NDP Foreign Affairs critic Hélène Laverdière (Laurier–Sainte-Marie, Que.) issued a statement: “As yet more stories emerge of Canadian-made military equipment being used to target Saudi dissidents, New Democrats are calling on the Liberal government to stop making excuses and start taking concrete action to stand up for human rights,” she said. “Foreign Affairs Minister Stéphane … Read more
The NDP is calling on the Liberal government to make good on their commitments to work with and consult opposition parties in Parliament regarding military deployment to Latvia, and to present a comprehensive diplomatic and political plan to address the current stand-off with Russia. The full release is available online.
NDP multiculturalism critic Rachel Blaney (North Island – Powell River, BC) made the following statement on the Eid al-Fitr: “On behalf of New Democrats, I would like to extend my best wishes to all Muslims in Canada celebrating Eid al-Fitr to mark the end of the holy month Ramadan. Eid al-Fitr is a special time to come … Read more
NDP Canada Post critic Karine Trudel (Jonquière, Que.) and NDP Labour critic Sheri Beson (Saskatoon West, Sask.) made the following statement: “We are very troubled to learn that Canada Post is preparing to lockout its workers. The employees of Canada Post are continuing to negotiate in good faith while also continuing their work delivering the mail across the country. Canada Post workers are asking that … Read more
NDP critic for culture and heritage, Pierre Nantel (Longueuil- Saint-Hubert, Que.) made the following statement: “This July 1st marks the 100th anniversary of the Battle of the Somme – one of the defining events of the First World War. Today, we honour the sacrifices of our young Canadian and Newfoundland soldiers who fought alongside the allies with courage and … Read more
