New Democrat Party Leader Jack Layton said that Conservative Leader Stephen Harper's failed job strategy policies have resulted in thousands of good, family-supporting jobs leaving Canada. Layton said he has a better plan to create and protect family-supporting jobs, which includes cutting small business taxes and offering incentives for new hires. The full release is … Read more
New Democrat leader Jack Layton pledged $45 million for a third power transmission cable for Prince Edward Island, as part of a regional plan to create jobs and secure Atlantic Canada’s energy future. The full release is available online. Call 613-369-6090. NDP Leader Jack Layton pledged to change the Criminal Code to ensure stiffer penalties … Read more
New Democratic Party member Kathleen Monk announced reports from the University of Guelph that a Conservative operative tried to steal a ballot box are extremely concerning and deserve a closer look by Elections Canada. Monk said that these Conservative tactics show that the party has a complete disrespect for young people. The full release is … Read more
The New Democratic Party of Canada announced that Bloc Quebecois Party Leader Gilles Duceppe (Laurier-Sainte-Marie, QC) is taking the NDP challenge for the Gatineau riding seriously. The riding is seen as one of the biggest threats to the Bloc in Quebec. The full release is available online. The New Democratic Party of Canada announced that … Read more
NDP Leader Jack Layton released an open letter to Auditor General Sheila Fraser asking for her to release the final version of the Auditor General's report of the $50 million of spending on last year's G8 summit. Layton said that with several different draft versions already leaked to the media, the release of the final … Read more
NDP Leader Jack Layton urged voters to send New Democrat MPs to Ottawa to fight for better health care and improved affordability and outlined a plan for practical, affordable steps to improve health care for all Canadians and give struggling families a break. The full release is available online. Call 613-369-6090. NDP Leader Jack Layton … Read more
New Democrat Party Leader Jack Layton (Toronto-Danforth, ON) announced a plan to ensure Canada's armed forces have the tools needed for the efficient defense of Canada. Layton said his plan will focus on investing in programs that will help the forces protect Canadians, assist people when disaster strikes either at home or abroad and support … Read more
New Democrat Party Leader Jack Layton (Toronto-Danforth, ON) announced a plan to establish partnerships with Surrey, BC area communities to eliminate gang violence. The plan includes the hiring of 2,500 permanent police officers as well as the establishment of a Police Officer Recruitment Fund. The full release is available online. Call 613-369-6090.
New Democratic Party of Canada Leader Jack Layton (Toronto-Danforth, ON) announced new measures that will seek to address challenges faced by the nation's aging population and will also help prepare health care programs for the next generation. The plan seeks to keep seniors at home longer, improve the quality of home care that is available … Read more
NDP Leader Jack Layton unveiled more practical steps to help take the strain off the family budget. Layton is proposing new measures to provide support for families caring for aging parents, while at the same time building a future for their kids. Call 613-316-0959.
