Thanks to a motion by NDP environment critic Megan Leslie (Halifax, N.S.) and the efforts of concerned stakeholders, plastic microbeads have been banned by the federal government. “It’s about time the Conservatives took concrete action to protect our lakes and rivers from this pollution,” said Leslie. “For the sake of our environment and our health, Canada must … Read more
NDP leader Thomas Mulcair (Outremont, Que.) issued a statement regarding the retrial of Mohamed Fahmy. “We are closely monitoring this week’s verdict in the Egyptian trial of Canadian citizen Mohamed Fahmy,” said Mulcair. “In the interest of ensuring Mr. Fahmy’s prompt return, I call on Prime Minister Harper to seek a personal guarantee from President al-Sisi of … Read more
Olivia Chow announced she will accept the NDP nomination and run to be the Member of Parliament for the Toronto riding of Spadina-Fort York.“Here in Toronto, 17,000 kids are waiting for childcare. We need more spaces. Middle-class families are struggling with $100 a day for childcare,” said Chow. “The lack of accessible and affordable childcare … Read more
NDP Leader Thomas Mulcair (Outremont, Que.) brought his Ontario Tour for Change to Sudbury and outlined his plan to build a stronger middle-class by helping small business owners create jobs in Northern Ontario. While in Sudbury, Mulcair visited The Outside Store, a bike, ski, clothing and camping store which is just one of the city’s 8,300 small … Read more
NDP leader Thomas Mulcair (Outremont, Que.) brought his Ontario Tour for Change to Sarnia on July 23 where he visited the Refined Fool Brewery and discussed his plan to help small businesses create jobs by cutting their tax rate from 11 to 9 per cent. Mulcair also highlighted his 10 per cent tax credit for microbrewers. The full release … Read more
NDP Leader Thomas Mulcair (Outremont, Que.) continued his Ontario Tour for Change with a stop in Amherstburg. Mulcair outlined his plan to help middle-class families get ahead by standing up for Canadian manufacturing jobs. Mulcair highlighted his plan to encourage Canadian manufacturers to invest in innovation, research and development, and stable full-time employment by introducing the Innovation Tax Credit. The full release is available online. Call 613-323-7974. NDP Human Rights … Read more
NDP Leader Thomas Mulcair (Outremont, Que.) brought his Ontario Tour for Change to Brunner and Chatham to share his farm-to-fork plan that supports farmers and helps ensure healthy and affordable food for middle-class families. The full release is available online. A New Democrat request to the Parliamentary Budget Officer has revealed that the Conservative’s so-called balanced … Read more
NDP Leader Thomas Mulcair (Outremont, Que.) brought his Ontario Tour for Change to Mississauga and outlined his plan to champion Canada’s manufacturing sector and help small business owners create jobs. Mulcair’s plan would support growth and boost research and development in manufacturing by creating an innovation tax credit to encourage investment in machinery and equipment. For small businesses, which … Read more
NDP Leader Thomas Mulcair (Outremont, Que.) kicked off his Ontario Tour for Change. Starting in Toronto, while visiting parts of the GTA, Southwestern and Northern Ontario, Mulcair will be stopping in ridings where New Democrats are ready to replace the Conservatives. Throughout the tour, Mulcair will lay out his concrete plan to build a stronger middle … Read more
NDP leader Thomas Mulcair (Outremont, Que.) issued a statement marking on Eid al-Fitr. “On behalf of New Democrats, I would like to offer my best wishes to all Muslims in Canada celebrating Eid al-Fitr and the end of Ramadan,” said Mulcair. “On this occasion of Eid, I would like to recognize the contribution of Muslims in … Read more
