NDP Mental Health and Harm Reduction Critic Gord Johns (Courtenay-Alberni, B.C.) made the following statement: “Today, on World Suicide Prevention Day, we stand with those struggling with their mental health and think of the families and loved ones who tragically lost someone they love to suicide. Every day, approximately 12 Canadians die by suicide, and more … Read more
NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh (Burnaby South, B.C.) issued a statement: “It takes true courage to see a raging fire in a home or spreading through a forest and know that it is your duty to control the blaze. Firefighters know the risks they take to keep our homes and communities safe; and it’s our responsibility … Read more
NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh (Burnaby South, B.C.) has ended the Supply and Confidence Agreement signed with the Liberal government in 2022. The fact is, the Liberals are too weak, too selfish and too beholden to corporate interests to fight for people,” Singh said in a video address to Canadians on Sept. 4. “They cannot stop the Conservatives. … Read more
NDP Mental Health and Harm Reduction critic Gord Johns (Courtenay-Alberni, B.C.) made the following statement: “Today, on International Overdose Awareness Day, we remember the thousands of Canadians who have been taken from us by the drug toxicity crisis. And we recognize the pain and grief of families and loved ones who have been left behind. We also honour … Read more
NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh (Burnaby South, B.C.) issued a statement: “Justin Trudeau has just sent a message to CN, CPKC and all big corporations—being a bad boss pays off. The Liberals’ actions are cowardly, anti-worker and proof that they will always cave to corporate greed, and Canadians will always pay for it. There will be … Read more
NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh (Burnaby South, B.C.) issued a statement: “CN and CPKC should still be bargaining with Teamsters Canada. Instead, those massive corporations chose to lock out 9,300 workers—despite thousands of families and swaths of Canada’s economy depending on the trains. Why? Because corporate giants like CN and CPKC expect the Liberals to do … Read more
NDP housing critic MP Alexandre Boulerice (Rosemont–La Petite-Patrie, Que.) issued a statement: “[…] Rent is up over eight per cent, and mortgage costs are up by 21 per cent compared to a year ago […] Trudeau’s government has been writing the rules to benefit corporate landlords, big real estate developers and banks, and everyday Canadians … Read more
NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh (Burnaby South, B.C.) issued a statement: “Eighty-two years ago today, over 900 brave Canadian soldiers lost their lives fighting for peace, freedom and the safety of all people. Thousands more were injured and came home forever changed by the day’s events. Today, we remember and reflect upon their courage and sacrifice. On behalf … Read more
On Aug. 14, NDP critic for Labour, Employment, and Workplace Development Matthew Green (Hamilton Centre, Ont.) wrote to Minister of Labour and Seniors Steven MacKinnon (Gatineau, Que.) to urge the Liberal government to respect the bargaining process between Teamsters Union rail workers and their employer, CN Rail and Canadian Pacific Kansas City. “The right to strike is a … Read more
NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh (Burnaby South, B.C.) issued a statement: “Joyeuse Fête nationale de L’Acadie!” he said. “The impact of Acadians on Canada’s history is profound, as is the incredible legacy handed down to each generation of Acadian. As one of the oldest francophone communities in Canada, Acadians have fought hard to keep their own distinct language … Read more
