NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh (Burnaby South, B.C.) issued a statement: “New Democrats join the Filipino community here in Canada and worldwide to celebrate Philippine Independence Day. Today, we recognize and honour the almost one million Canadian Filipinos and the positive impact they have made and continue to make in Canada and throughout the world. Canada … Read more
NDP environment and climate change critic Laurel Collins made a statement: “More than 400 fires are burning across Canada and its only June,” she said. “People are rightfully frustrated, but the Liberals don’t plan to stop letting rich oil and gas CEOs write Canada’s climate plan – Environment and Climate Change Minister Steven Guilbeault (Laurier-Sainte-Marie, Que.) … Read more
NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh (Burnaby South, B.C.) issued a statement: “Today, while we celebrate World Oceans Day, it’s important not just to reflect on the important role our oceans play in Canadian’s livelihoods and providing food security – but also to recommit protecting our oceans for future generations,” he said. “New Democrats are committed to making … Read more
NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh (Burnaby South, B.C.) issued a statement: “Today the Bank of Canada hiked rates for the ninth time since March 2022. This increase will hit families who are already stretched thin. Another rate hike will result in higher mortgages and rent payments, and make paying off personal debt even more difficult,” he … Read more
NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh (Burnaby South, B.C.) issued a statement: “It’s been two years since the brutal attack on the Afzaal family in London, where four innocent people were killed, with a fifth seriously injured, for simply being Muslim. It’s unthinkable that this could happen to a family in our country, but far-right radicalization and … Read more
NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh (Burnaby South, B.C.) issued a statement: “Today, as we celebrate World Environment Day, we come together to reflect on the importance of our planet and the urgent need to protect and preserve it for future generations. This day is a global reminder that we all share a responsibility to care for … Read more
NDP critic for Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Jenny Kwan (Vancouver East, B.C.) released a statement: “Following concerning reports of Punjabi international students facing deportation orders due to a targeted exploitation scheme by a fraudulent immigration agent, my office has been working with the Canadian Federation of Students, Migrant Workers Alliance for Change, and Migrant Rights Network to … Read more
NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh (Burnaby South, B.C.) issued a statement: “As Pride celebrations begin across Canada, I’m proud to stand in solidarity with members of the 2SLGBTQI+ community, and wish them a Happy Pride, wherever they may live,” he said. “Over the past few years, we have seen a rise in hate crimes, particularly against … Read more
NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh (Burnaby South, B.C.) issued a statement: “The vote today on the NDP’s motion shows that the majority of the House of Commons no longer has confidence in David Johnston as special rapporteur. Mr. Johnston is an honourable man, and I believe he will listen to the will of our democratic institution … Read more
On May 30, the NDP introduced a motion urging David Johnston to step aside and for the government to immediately establish a public inquiry into foreign interference. “Canadians are rightfully concerned about the integrity of our democratic institutions, and the work foreign state actors are doing to undermine our democracy. Unlike this Liberal government, the … Read more
