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on Sep 7
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Greens Concerned Fall Economic Statement Fails to Put People Over Profit
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OTTAWA – As Canadians grapple with rising costs and a poly-crisis era, the Fall Economic Statement (FES) falls short of delivering the bold action needed to tackle the pressing issues of our time. Instead of offering new solutions, the government is merely rehashing previously announced...
on Mon, 9PM
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OTTAWA - The Green Party of Canada is deeply concerned about the federal government’s directive to the Canadian Industrial Relations Board, ordering Canada Post workers back to work and extending their existing collective agreement until May 2025. This intervention reflects an alarming pattern:...
on Sat, 12AM
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Green Party of Canada Condemns Weakened Emissions Target
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OTTAWA - The Green Party of Canada is deeply disappointed by the federal government’s newly announced greenhouse gas emissions reduction target for 2035. This weakened target, a hypothetical deeper cut but a real delay of five years compared to previous commitments, signals a troubling lack of...
on Dec 13
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Greens Call on the Federal Fisheries Ministry to Act on Shipbreaking in Union Bay
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OTTAWA - The Concerned Citizens of Baynes Sound (CCOBS) have retained legal assistance through West Coast Environmental Law, in order to assess whether federal laws have been broken by the activities of Deep Water Recovery, the company responsible for ship-breaking operations in Union Bay....
on Dec 11
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Greens Say Partisan Issues Are Delaying Progress for Canadians
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OTTAWA - Green MPs Elizabeth May and Mike Morrice voted today in opposition to a motion of non-confidence, emphasizing the need to focus on progress, not partisan bickering. They called on all parties to prioritize addressing the most urgent issues facing Canadians. "Canadians want their...
on Dec 10
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Green Party of Canada Welcomes Kathy Code as New Shadow Cabinet Critic for Forests
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OTTAWA - The Green Party of Canada is proud to announce Kathy Code as the new Shadow Cabinet Critic for Forests. With decades of experience in ecoforestry, policy analysis, and environmental advocacy, Kathy Code brings unparalleled expertise and passion to this critical role. Kathy Code’s...
on Dec 7
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Green Party of Canada Welcomes Two New Shadow Cabinet Critics
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OTTAWA - The Green Party of Canada is excited to announce the addition of two outstanding individuals to our Shadow Cabinet. Arvin Singh Dang will take on the role of Foreign Affairs Critic, and Gadfly Stratton will serve as Fisheries Critic. Both bring exceptional experience, knowledge, and...
on Nov 28
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New housing motion endorsed by policy experts
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Ottawa, ON – With the average asking price for rental housing in Canada recently reaching new record highs, Kitchener Centre MP Mike Morrice is proposing a new housing solution. Morrice believes Canadians would be shocked to learn that 70% of units built through the $15 billion federal...
on Nov 27
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Greens Reiterate Call for a National Public Health Emergency Due to Toxic Drug Crisis
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OTTAWA - The Green Party of Canada is calling on federal minister Yaara Saks to intervene and call a national public health emergency, due to the polycrises of the toxic drug crisis and homelessness. With the winter months rapidly approaching, vulnerable populations depend on front line...
on Nov 25
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OTTAWA — The Green Party of Canada (GPC) stands firmly in support of the Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW) in its current strike and calls on the federal government to respect workers’ rights by refraining from introducing back-to-work legislation. The union, representing over 50,000...
on Nov 22
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OTTAWA – The Liberal government, with NDP support, has announced spring relief cheques for any Canadian who worked in 2023 and made less than $150,000. These cheques are expected to be delivered in early Spring. The Green Party of Canada argues that this approach fails to address the systemic...
on Nov 22
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Swift fans launch petition sponsored by MP Morrice
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Waterloo Region, ON – After multiple attempts to purchase tickets for her family to see Taylor Swift in Toronto, Kitchener resident Melanie Hains said it would have been cheaper for them to go overseas to see her than to buy tickets for an hour away from where they live. “For the cost of Toronto...
on Nov 21
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Green Party Demands Urgent Federal Action to Address Failures in Avian Flu Response
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OTTAWA - The Green Party of Canada has grave concerns about the federal government’s readiness to face the threat posed by highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI), following a media report that exposed serious gaps in biosecurity, the inhumane treatment of sick animals who were “depopulated,”...
on Nov 20
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OTTAWA - Green Party Leader Elizabeth May has raised urgent concerns about the federal government’s inadequate preparation for potential emergencies involving the Trans Mountain (TMX) pipeline and its associated risks. Through detailed questions submitted to Parliament, May has highlighted...
on Nov 19
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Greens Approve Constitutional Change to Allow Co-leadership
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OTTAWA - After years of debate and discussion, at a virtual national general meeting to resolve the issue of co-leadership, held November 16-17, Green members overwhelmingly approved the change to the Green Party of Canada Constitution. Many of the over 100 Green Parties worldwide use a model of...
on Nov 19
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Green Party Calls for Respect of Collective Bargaining Rights in Labour Disputes at Canadian Ports
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OTTAWA — The Green Party of Canada expresses deep concern following Labour Minister Steven MacKinnon’s decision to send labour disputes at ports in Quebec and British Columbia to binding arbitration, ordering an immediate resumption of work. As ports in Montreal, Quebec, and Vancouver face...
on Nov 13
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Green Party Demands Urgent Federal Action Following Damning 2024 Environment Commissioner’s Report
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OTTAWA — The Green Party of Canada expresses profound concern over the findings of the 2024 Environment Commissioner’s Report, which reveals critical shortcomings in Canada’s progress toward achieving its 2030 Emissions Reduction Plan. With Canada remaining the worst performer for emissions...
on Nov 8
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OTTAWA - The Armenian National Committee of Canada (ANCC), in partnership with Mike Morrice, Green Party of Canada MP for Kitchener Centre, today held a joint press conference to shed light on the troubling reality of Azerbaijan’s selection as the host for the upcoming COP29 climate conference....
on Nov 5
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Dr. Anne-Marie Zajdlik Wins Guelph Green Party of Canada Nomination
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GUELPH – The Federal Guelph Greens are thrilled to announce that Dr. Anne-Marie Zajdlik has been chosen as the Green Party candidate for Guelph in the upcoming federal election. With deep roots in the community and a record of exceptional service in public health, Dr. Zajdlik represents the...
on Nov 4
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Federal Guelph Greens to Host Nomination Meeting This Saturday
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GUELPH — The Federal Guelph Greens are thrilled to announce their official nomination meeting for the upcoming federal election, set for November 2, 2024, from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM (EDT) at 10C Shared Space, 42 Carden Street, Guelph. This exciting event will mark the launch of the federal Green...
on Oct 31
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Green Party of Canada Reaffirms Commitment to Peace, Calls for Stronger Action on Global Conflicts
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OTTAWA — The Green Party of Canada reiterates its core commitment to peace and decries the rising tide of global conflict. As violent crises escalate in Ukraine, where North Korea has recently allied with Putin's forces, and as conflicts continue to spread in countries like Burkina Faso,...
on Oct 30
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OTTAWA — The Green Party of Canada urges Bloc Québécois Leader Yves-François Blanchet to be cautious in calls that could be destabilizing, warning that an early election would be a risky choice for Canadians, especially given ongoing questions surrounding foreign interference in Canadian...
on Oct 30
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OTTAWA — The Green Party of Canada today voiced its full support for the recommendations of Mohawk lawyer Kimberly Murray, Canada’s Special Interlocutor on residential school gravesites, who released a landmark report this week. The report calls for urgent action, including establishing a...
on Oct 30
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Green Party of Canada Congratulates Saskatchewan Greens on Strong 2024 Election Campaign
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OTTAWA — The Green Party of Canada extends its warmest congratulations to the Saskatchewan Green Party for its campaign in the 2024 provincial election, gaining 1.8 % of the popular vote. The nearly full slate of 58 Green candidates, including 27 Indigenous or Métis representatives, reflects the...
on Oct 29
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Green Party of Canada Statement on the 10th Anniversary of the 2014 Attack on Parliament Hill
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OTTAWA - Today marks ten years since the tragic and heartbreaking attack on Parliament Hill, where Corporal Nathan Cirillo was senselessly killed while standing guard at the National War Memorial. On this solemn anniversary, we reflect on the courage and sacrifice that marked that terrible day....
on Oct 24
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OTTAWA — The Green Party of Canada is proud to congratulate the New Brunswick Green Party for its strong performance in the 2024 provincial election and gaining 14% of the popular vote. Thousands of dedicated volunteers worked tirelessly to spread the Green message of environmental stewardship,...
on Oct 22
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OTTAWA | TRADITIONAL, UNCEDED TERRITORY OF THE ALGONQUIN ANISHNAABEG PEOPLE — The Green Party of Canada is celebrating a historic milestone in reconciliation and political inclusivity, as the Saskatchewan Green Party (SGP) fields a nearly full slate of 58 candidates in the 2024 Saskatchewan...
on Oct 22
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OTTAWA - The Green Party of Canada is proud to congratulate the BC Green Party on a strong and inspiring campaign during the 2024 provincial election. Thousands of volunteers dedicated their time, energy, and passion to helping the Greens spread their message of sustainability, social justice,...
on Oct 22
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Green Party Leader Responds to Leader of Official Opposition on Foreign Interference
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I read with alarm the statement released by Mr. Poilievre on October 16: “My message to Justin Trudeau is: Release the names of all MPs that have collaborated with foreign interference,” It may well be that because he has refused to undertake the process of obtaining top secret security...
on Oct 17
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One Year Later: Renewed Calls for Peace, Justice, and Accountability
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This week marks one year since Israel launched its assault on Gaza in response to the October 7th attacks on Israeli civilians. We unequivocally condemn all acts of violence against civilians, including the attacks by Hamas and Hezbollah’s shelling of Israel. However, one year into this...
on Oct 16
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Green Party of Canada Condemns Gag Order Deal Between City of Burnaby and Trans Mountain
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OTTAWA - The Green Party of Canada is deeply concerned by the recent deal struck between the City of Burnaby and Trans Mountain, which effectively silences the city’s public criticism of the controversial government owned Trans Mountain Expansion (TMX) pipeline. Under the terms of a $20 million...
on Oct 9
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OTTAWA - Four years ago, on September 23, 2020, the federal government made a bold promise to introduce a “new Canadian Disability Benefit modelled after the Guaranteed Income Supplement.” This program was meant to lift hundreds of thousands of Canadians with disabilities out of poverty by...
on Sep 25
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Green Party Sets Ambitious Agenda for Upcoming Parliamentary Session
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OTTAWA – The Green Party of Canada is entering the upcoming parliamentary session with a strong, focused agenda to address key national issues, from environmental justice to housing affordability. The Green Party’s legislative priorities reflect its unwavering commitment to fighting for social...
on Sep 16
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NDP Confirms It Has Abandoned Fakery in Its Climate Policy
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OTTAWA - Yesterday, both the federal and BC NDP abandoned even their hypocrisy on climate. The No-Discernible-Principles Party has reminded BC voters that it was the BC NDP who coined the slogan "Axe the Tax" nearly two decades before Pierre Poilievre. In fact, that anti-climate action campaign...
on Sep 14
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Greens Stand in Solidarity With Kanesatake Land Defenders
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OKA – Green Party of Canada Deputy Leader Rainbow Eyes attended a solidarity event in Oka on September 8, 2024, in support of the Kanesatake Mohawks and Land Defenders. The event, organized by a collective of citizens and civil society groups, aimed to address ongoing environmental degradation...
on Sep 11
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Green Party Supports Teamsters, Asks the Government to Consider Nationalizing Canadian Railways
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WINNIPEG - The Green Party of Canada (GPC) stands in solidarity with the Teamsters union, echoing their concerns regarding the recent decision by the Canada Industrial Relations Board (CIRB) to order an end to work stoppages at Canadian Pacific (CP) and Canadian National Railway (CN). In...
on Sep 9
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Green Party Demands Immediate End to Loophole in Canadian Arms Transfers to Israel
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OTTAWA - The Green Party of Canada (GPC) expresses outrage over a glaring loophole that allows lethal weapons to continue to flow from Canada to Israel despite the March 2024 parliamentary vote to halt such transfers. This ambiguity permits the transfer of Canadian-made weapons through...
on Sep 7
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OTTAWA - The Green Party of Canada expresses deep concern over the fatal shooting of 15-year-old Hoss Lightning from Samson Cree Nation by the RCMP. The tragic loss of this young life has sent shockwaves through his community and beyond, highlighting the urgent need for a thorough and...
on Sep 5
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MP Morrice proposes solutions to federal arts funding gaps
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OTTAWA - Seeing local arts organizations like the KW Symphony abruptly shutting down while others like THEMUSEUM requested emergency funds to get through a tough patch, Kitchener Centre MP Mike Morrice sees a way the federal government can repair some of the damages caused by current funding...
on Sep 3
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Pierre Poilievre's Math Challenge - Can He Add?
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OTTAWA - The latest Conservative Party effort to mislead Canadians came with their demand that the NDP end their Confidence and Supply Agreement with the Liberals. The Conservative leader said that would trigger a fall election. Green Party leader Elizabeth May asked, "Can Poilievre add?" There...
on Aug 30
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Green Party of Canada Stands Against the Extradition of Dr. Hassan Diab
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OTTAWA - The Green Party of Canada expresses deep disappointment with the Government of Canada’s inadequate response to Petition e-4901, which seeks to address the ongoing injustices faced by Dr. Hassan Diab and his family. The government's statement, which merely reiterates the confidentiality...
on Aug 28
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Green Party of Canada Announces Co-Leadership Vote Results
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OTTAWA – The Green Party of Canada is pleased to announce the results of the recent vote regarding the Party's leadership structure. The vote was conducted to determine whether the Party should explore transitioning to a co-leadership model or maintain the current single-leader system. The...
on Aug 23
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Green Party of Canada Demands Urgent Action to End Homelessness Amid Rising Humanitarian Crisis
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OTTAWA — The Green Party of Canada is calling on the federal government to take immediate, decisive action to end homelessness in Canada, condemning the current situation as a humanitarian crisis in one of the world's wealthiest nations. “It is absolutely unconscionable that in a country as...
on Aug 14
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Green Party of Canada Appoints Chris Markevich to Shadow Cabinet
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OTTAWA – The Green Party of Canada is proud to announce the appointment of Chris Markevich to the Green Shadow Cabinet as the Critic for Mental Health and Addictions. Markevich, the nominated Green candidate for the riding of Courtenay-Alberni, brings invaluable lived experience and a passionate...
on Aug 9
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OTTAWA - The Green Party of Canada maintains its support for the right of the State of Israel to exist and its right to defend itself. The moment is precarious, with the growing risk of a wider war with Lebanon as the ongoing humanitarian disaster in Gaza continues unabated. We acknowledge the...
on Jul 31
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WINNIPEG -The Green Party nominated candidate for the Elmwood-Transcona by-election, Nicolas Geddert, will take on the role of Labour critic. "With the September 16 by-election in the Winnipeg riding of Elmwood-Transcona, we want to highlight the Green Party’s commitment to the trade union...
on Jul 31
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Jency Mercier kicks off campaign in LaSalle-Émard-Verdun
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MONTREAL - In the context of the recently called by-election in LaSalle-Émard-Verdun, Jency Mercier, Green Party candidate in the riding and Shadow Cabinet critic for diversity and inclusion, has been campaigning in the field for several weeks and has already met with many voters. Jency decided...
on Jul 30
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Green Party of Canada Condemns Climate Inaction as Wildfires Ravage Alberta and British-Columbia
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OTTAWA - The Green Party of Canada stands in solidarity with the citizens, businesses, and front-line workers impacted by the devastating wildfires currently ravaging Western Canada. Our hearts go out to the residents and visitors of Jasper, Alberta, who have been forced to evacuate, and to...
on Jul 26
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Pedneault Resigning As Deputy Leader
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Green Party of Canada deputy leader Jonathan Pedneault announced today that he is resigning from his position and politics for personal reasons. “It has been the honour of a lifetime to work alongside Elizabeth May - an absolute national treasure - and Mike Morrice, two outstanding Members of...
on Jul 9