New Democratic Party of Canada Leader Jack Layton (Toronto-Danforth, ON) met with his much larger caucus via teleconference to congratulate them on their success during the federal election. Layton said that he thanked his party members for their hard work in making the New Democrat's historic second-place finish possible. Call 613-236-3613.
Newly-elected NDP MP for Saint-Jean, QC, Tarik Brahmi is calling on the federal government to help communities flooded by the rise of the Richelieu River. Brahmi said more that 2000 homes have been flooded and more than 400 residents have been evacuated. Call 613-222-6993.
NDP Leader Jack Layton issued a statement on the death of Osama bin Laden. Layton said that the NDP shares with the world community the hope that the news of the death of bin Laden marks a turning point in the war on terrorism. Call 613-369-6090.
NDP Leader Jack Layton said that together Canadians can bring change to Ottawa. Layton said he knows that his party can't solve every problem but that it can take practical steps in the right direction by hiring more doctors and nurses, boosting small business, making life more affordable and improving retirement security. The full release … Read more
New Democratic Party of Canada Leader Jack Layton (Toronto-Danforth, ON) announced at a Saskatoon rally that Saskatchewan families can count on the NDP to help the family budget, hire more doctors and nurses, improve pensions and boost small businesses. The full release is available online. Call 613-369-6090. The New Democratic Party of Canada announced that … Read more
The New Democratic Party of Canada announced that Leader Jack Layton (Toronto-Danforth, ON) will bring his campaign back to Edmonton, AB, in a bid to defeat more Conservative MPs. The party said Layton's campaign continues to build significant momentum. Call 613-316-0959. New Democratic Party Leader Jack Layton (Toronto-Danforth, ON) announced to northern region Canadians that … Read more
New Democratic Party of Canada Leader Jack Layton (Toronto-Danforth, ON) announced a new Child Benefit that will provide parents with additional support of up to $700 per child over the next four years. Layton also said that he will work with provinces, territories and Aboriginal groups to create 100,000 new child care spaces over four … Read more
NDP Leader Jack Layton said Conservative Leader Stephen Harper has turned his back on New Brunswick by cutting $15 million from the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency. Layton promised practical results within 100 days of taking office, including hiring more doctors, strengthening pensions, and helping small business jump-start job creation. The full release is available online. … Read more
New Democratic Party of Canada Leader Jack Layton (Toronto-Danforth, ON) announced that Canadians can trust him to fix health care. Layton said that if he is elected, he promises to deliver results within his first 100 days of office. The NDP health plan will work to reduce wait times by training 1,200 new doctors and … Read more
New Democratic Party Leader Jack Layton (Toronto-Danforth, ON) announced that the NDP will support Canadian Farmers through the Canadian Food Strategy. The strategy will help farmers deal with rising costs and will include steps to make risk management programs more accessible. Layton's plan also includes help for young farmers through skills training and mentorship. The … Read more
