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Fri 1:51 pm | Ontario, Beaches—East York - MPndpMany thanks to all those who came out to the Food Security Interactive Panel Discussion last evening. Great sharing of information and experiences - challenging content at times, but balanced with stories of hope and possibility! Here is photo of the amazing guest speakers - Patrick Tohill, Donna Tranquada, Malcolm Allen, Wayne Roberts & Carl Cosack. More pics will be posted soon.Fri 12:42 pm | Ontario, Beaches—East York
- MPndpFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 17, 2013 STATEMENT BY OFFICIAL OPPOSITION LGTB CRITIC RANDALL GARRISON (ESQUIMALT–JUAN DE FUCA) ON INTERNATIONAL DAY AGAINST HOMOPHOBIA It was only 23 years ago today that homosexuality was removed from the World Health Organization’s (WHO) International Classification of Diseases. Today, on the International Day Against Homophobia, New Democrats are proud to stand in solidarity with the LGBT(Q) community here at home and abroad as we renew our commitment to speaking out against discrimination, prejudice and violence. Although we’ve made great strides in Canada, there is still much work to be done to eliminate the hostility and ostracism that members of the LGBT(Q) community face in this country and around the world. In many countries, being homosexual is sadly still a crime and rates of cyberhomophobia are on the rise. New Democrats are proud of our record of recognizing the right of every Canadian to live free from fear of persecution regardless of sexual orientation or gender expression. NDP Leader Tom Mulcair has been a strong advocate for gay and transgender rights, working to strengthen Quebec Charter protections for gays and lesbians. Svend Robinson, Canada’s first openly gay MP, introduced a bill that extended hate crimes protection to gays and lesbians. In March, the NDP bill to make violence against transgender Canadians a hate crime passed in the House of Commons. New Democrats are committed to ensuring equality, diversity and understanding among all people. We will continue to work towards the day when the rights of gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender and transsexual people are recognized around the world—and the simple act of being who you are is no longer considered “brave.” -30- POUR DIFFUSION IMMÉDIATE 17 mai 2013 DÉCLARATION DU PORTE-PAROLE DE L’OPPOSITION OFFICIELLE POUR LES DROITS DES GLBT, RANDALL GARRISON (ESQUIMALT–JUAN DE FUCA), À L’OCCASION DE LA JOURNÉE INTERNATIONALE CONTRE L’HOMOPHOBIE Le 17 mai 1990, l’Organisation mondiale de la Santé (OMS) retirait l’homosexualité de la liste des maladies mentales. Depuis ce temps, nous marquons tous les ans à cette date la Journée internationale contre l’homophobie. Aujourd’hui, l’équipe du NPD s’associe à la communauté GLBT du Canada et d’ailleurs pour réaffirmer notre engagement à lutter contre la discrimination, les préjugés et la violence, qui sont encore trop répandus. Dans beaucoup de pays, être homosexuel est encore un crime et le taux de cyberhomophobie ne cesse de croître. Le NPD reconnaît le droit de tous les Canadiens à vivre leur vie sans avoir à craindre les persécutions et les préjugés liés à leur orientation sexuelle ou à leur expression sexuelle. Le chef du NPD, Thomas Mulcair, est un grand défenseur des droits des homosexuels et des transgenres. Il a travaillé à renforcer les protections des gais et des lesbiennes dans la Charte québécoise. Le néo-démocrate Svend Robinson, premier député fédéral ouvertement gai, a déposé un projet de loi pour que les crimes contre les homosexuels et les lesbiennes soient considérés comme des crimes haineux. En mars, le projet de loi du NPD visant à faire de la violence contre les transgenres un crime haineux a été adopté par la Chambre des communes. Le NPD est dévoué à assurer l’égalité, la diversité et la compréhension entre les gens. Nous continuerons de travailler fort afin que les droits des homosexuels, des lesbiennes, des bisexuels, des transgenres et des personnes transsexuelles soient reconnus dans le monde entier. Nous avons hâte au jour où être soi-même ne sera plus un acte de courage, mais bien le cours naturel des choses. -30-Fri 10:25 am | Ontario, Beaches—East York
- MPndpGélinas and NDP MP Matthew Kellway (Beaches-East York), who is also a member of the Standing Committee on Health, held a media conference in Toronto to discuss their concerns. Also present were people affected by the tainted blood scandal of the 1980s, when thousands were infected with HIV and Hepatitis C after receiving transfusions of improperly tested blood. http://www.thestar.com/life/2013/05/16/critics_demand_public_consultation_on_paidplasma_clinics.htmlThu 7:28 pm | Ontario, Beaches—East York
- MPndpThu 1:39 pm | Ontario, Beaches—East York
- MPndpFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 16, 2013 NDP: BLOOD FOR PROFIT MISTAKES MUST NOT BE REPEATED TORONTO – The NDP is deeply concerned that by allowing for-profit plasma clinics the federal government risks repeating mistakes that led to one of Canada’s worst ever preventable public health disasters. “There is no public health benefit to opening the clinics. Just 25 years ago 20,000 people were infected with diseases like HIV and hepatitis C from tainted blood,” said NDP MP Matthew Kellway (Beaches – East York). “It’s appalling that after all that pain, this government seems ready to green light a plasma-for-profit scheme with all its potential risks. Our health system is not the place for the government’s free-marketeering experimentation.” Among the principal recommendations of the Krever Inquiry into the tainted blood scandal was that blood and plasma donors should not be paid for their donations. As there is currently no shortage of plasma for transfusions in Canada, this private scheme provides no apparent public health benefits. Instead, it poses unknown risks and threatens Canada’s voluntary blood donation system. “After the last scandal the government promised the precautionary principles would apply to our blood system,” said NDP MPP France Gélinas. “We need to give Ontarians a real say about this policy change before the Ontario Ministry of Health and Long Term Care ever considers granting the pay-for-plasma lab an operating license.” – 30 –Thu 1:37 pm | Ontario, Beaches—East York
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- MPndpNickel Belt MPP France Gelinas was joined by Beaches-East York MP Matthew Kellway at a news conference Thursday at Queen's Park to discuss the impact that the arrival of for-profit clinics may have on the Canadian blood supplyThu 1:25 pm | Ontario, Beaches—East York
- MPndpOutside Castle Frank Station with Tom Mulcair and my Toronto colleagues after a press conference on transit. (With Mike Sullivan, Rathika Sitsabaiesan, Tom Mulcair, Peggy Nash, Olivia Chow, Andrew Cash, Craig Scott - Dan Harris + myself in the back row.)Wed 9:36 am | Ontario, Beaches—East York
- MPndpFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 14, 2013 TOM MULCAIR IN TORONTO TO KICK OFF THE NDP’S NATIONAL CONSULTATION WITH CITIES OTTAWA – Leader of the Official Opposition and Canada's New Democrats Tom Mulcair is in Toronto on Wednesday to kick-off the NDP's national consultation with cities. He will be listening to the concerns of Canadians and outlining what New Democrats would do differently as government. Mr. Mulcair will be joined at his press conference with NDP MPs Craig Scott (Toronto – Danforth), Rathika Sitsabaiesan (Scarborough – Rouge River), Andrew Cash (Davenport), Matthew Kellway (Beaches – East York) and Olivia Chow (Trinity – Spadina). A major focus of these consultations will be engaging the many different cultural communities that make up our cities. Mr. Mulcair will be speaking to the challenges facing immigrants, addressing issues like family reunification and the recognition of foreign credentials. Unlike the Conservative government's focus on precarious service sector jobs, Mr. Mulcair will show how an NDP government would make their priority creating good paying jobs that can support a family. WEDNESDAY, MAY 15 TORONTO, ON 1:30 PM Press conference Sears Atrium – George Vari Engineering Building Ryerson University 245 Church Street -30- POUR DIFFUSION IMMÉDIATE 14 mai 2013 THOMAS MULCAIR MARQUE LE DÉBUT D’UN PROCESSUS DE CONSULTATIONS NATIONALES SUR LES VILLES À TORONTO OTTAWA – Le chef de l’opposition officielle et du NPD fédéral, Thomas Mulcair, tiendra une conférence de presse spéciale demain en compagnie des députés Craig Scott (Toronto – Danforth), Rathika Sitsabaiesan (Scarborough – Rouge River), Andrew Cash (Davenport), Matthew Kellway (Beaches – East York) et Olivia Chow (Trinity – Spadina). M. Mulcair est de passage à Toronto afin de lancer le processus de consultations nationales du NPD avec les villes, où il portera attention aux inquiétudes des Canadiens et Canadiennes et expliquera les différentes mesures que prendra le NPD lorsqu’il formera le premier gouvernement néo-démocrate de l’histoire du Canada en 2015. Un accent important de ces consultations sera mis sur les différentes communautés culturelles qui forment nos villes. M. Mulcair parlera des nombreux obstacles auxquels font face les immigrants, incluant la réunification familiale et la reconnaissance des équivalences professionnelles. Contrairement au gouvernement conservateur, qui mise sur les emplois précaires dans le secteur des services, Thomas Mulcair démontrera qu’un gouvernement néo-démocrate aurait comme priorité la création d’emplois payants pouvant soutenir une famille.Wed 6:18 am | Ontario, Beaches—East York
- MPndpMy latest column in the Beach Metro News... http://www.beachmetro.com/2013/05/14/government-aspires/Tue 7:13 pm | Ontario, Beaches—East York
- MPndpStatement from NDP Industry critic Hélène Leblanc (LaSalle--Émard) congratulating Chris Hadfield on.Tue 4:04 pm | Ontario, Beaches—East York
- MPndpFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 14, 2013 FEDERAL LEADERSHIP OVERDUE ON LONG-TERM CARE: NDP OTTAWA – With a recent Toronto hospice closure highlighting the critical state of palliative and long-term care, the NDP is urging the federal government to address the lack of resources and coordination for this type of care. “This critical shortage of beds and lack of funding for palliative care is a direct result of the Conservative government’s failure to make health care for Canadians a priority,” said NDP Health critic Libby Davies (Vancouver East). “Instead of hiding in Ottawa, the Health minister should work with the provinces to ensure that Canadians get the essential health services they need.” Residential hospices provide an important option for Canadians with terminal illness who need 24-hour medical care. Perram House was one of only three residential hospices in Toronto. Its closure means there are now just twenty hospice beds for a city of 2.6 million people. And even though hospice care is less costly than staying in hospital, it receives limited government funding and these facilities must rely on their own fundraising efforts to stay open. “This is yet another example of Conservatives walking away from their responsibilities and passing the burden of funding important services to the provinces and territories,” said NDP MP Matthew Kellway (Beaches – East York). “Every person deserves to die with dignity and our first class health system should make that possible.” – 30 – POUR DIFFUSION IMMÉDIATE 14 mai 2013 Il EST PLUS QUE TEMPS QUE LE FÉDÉRAL JOUE SON RÔLE DE LEADER DANS LES SOINS DE LONGUE DURÉE, CROIT LE NPD OTTAWA – Alors qu’un autre centre de soins de longue durée vient de fermer ses portes à Toronto, gage de l’état critique du milieu des soins palliatifs au pays, le NPD exhorte le gouvernement à combler le manque de ressources et de coordination dans ce genre de traitements. « Le manque de lits et le manque de financement pour les soins palliatifs sont des conséquences directes du fait que les soins de santé aux Canadiens ne figurent pas dans les priorités des conservateurs, a déclaré la porte-parole du NPD en matière de santé, Libby Davies (Vancouver East). Plutôt que de se terrer à Ottawa, la ministre de la Santé devrait travailler avec les provinces afin de s’assurer que les Canadiens aient accès aux services de santé essentiels. » Les centres de soins palliatifs en milieu résidentiel sont une option importante pour les Canadiens qui sont en phase terminale et qui ont besoin de soins médicaux 24 heures sur 24. La Perram House était l’un des trois seuls centres de soins palliatifs en milieu résidentiel à Toronto. À la suite de sa fermeture, il ne reste que 20 lits pour une ville de 2,6 millions d’habitants. Même si les soins palliatifs sont moins coûteux que les soins à l’hôpital, les centres de soins palliatifs ont reçu un financement très limité du gouvernement fédéral. Ils doivent compter sur des collectes de fonds pour assurer leur fonctionnement. « Les conservateurs fuient leurs responsabilités et laissent les provinces et les territoires à eux-mêmes, a déclaré le député néo-démocrate Matthew Kellway (Beaches – East York). Toute personne mérite de mourir dans la dignité. Notre excellent système de santé devrait être en mesure de faire en sorte que ce soit possible. » – 30 –Tue 10:22 am | Ontario, Beaches—East York
- MPndpMany thanks to those who came out to the "Jets Over the Beach: Community Discussion" this evening. Good conversations, information exchange and networking opportunities! A reminder that you can find a petition about the Toronto Island Airport under the "Petitions" tab (click on the tab and scroll to the bottom of the list), which you can download, circulate, or send to friends and neighbours.Mon 7:30 pm | Ontario, Beaches—East York
- MPndpFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 13, 2013 NEW DEMOCRATS WELCOME THE FORMATION OF GARMENT WORKERS’ UNION IN WAKE OF BANGLADESH DISASTER MONTREAL – New Democrats welcomed the recent measures adopted by the government of Bangladesh today to allow garment workers to unionize. “The NDP supports the formation of a union so that employees can negotiate safer working conditions while improving their wages,” said NDP Labour Critic Alexandre Boulerice (Rosemont—La Petite-Patrie). “New Democrats also welcome the change in Bangladesh Labour Act which now allows union affiliations.” More than 1,100 people were killed when the Rana Plaza building near the capital of Bangladesh collapsed. The garment industry generates more than $ 20 billion in Bangladesh and it supplies retailers from around the world including Canada. Thanks to an NDP motion, the Foreign Affairs Committee will conduct a study of corporate activities in the developing world in the wake of the factory collapse in Bangladesh. “In the wake of Bangladesh disaster, Canadians have clearly demonstrated a desire to improve working conditions overseas,” said New Democrat Foreign Affairs Critic, Paul Dewar (Ottawa-Centre). “We all have a responsibility to encourage, facilitate, and require responsible corporate practices by Canadian companies working in developing countries.” – 30 – POUR DIFFUSION IMMÉDIATE 13 mai 2013 LES NÉO-DÉMOCRATES ACCUEILLENT FAVORABLEMENT LA CRÉATION D’UN SYNDICAT DU TEXTILE APRÈS LE DÉSASTRE AU BANGLADESH MONTRÉAL – Les néo-démocrates accueillent favorablement les mesures adoptées par le gouvernement du Bangladesh permettant aux travailleurs de l’industrie du textile de se syndiquer. « Le NPD souhaite exprimer son appui à la création d’un syndicat qui permettra aux employés de négocier des conditions de travail décentes, tout en améliorant leur rémunération, a affirmé le porte-parole du NPD en matière de travail, Alexandre Boulerice (Rosemont—La Petite-Patrie). Les néo-démocrates saluent également la modification de la loi bangladaise sur le travail, laquelle facilite désormais les affiliations syndicales. » Plus de 1 100 personnes ont trouvé la mort il y a quelques jours dans l’effondrement de l’édifice Rana Plaza, près de la capitale du Bangladesh. L’industrie du textile génère plus de 20 milliards de dollars au Bangladesh et approvisionne des détaillants de nombreux pays, dont le Canada. Grâce à une motion du NPD, le Comité des affaires étrangères mènera une étude sur les activités des sociétés dans les pays en développement à la lumière de l’effondrement de l’usine au Bangladesh. « Après le désastre qui a eu lieu au Bangladesh, les Canadiens ont clairement manifesté leur désir de voir les conditions de travail dans les autres pays s’améliorer, a déclaré le porte-parole du NPD en matière d’affaires étrangères, Paul Dewar (Ottawa-Centre). Nous avons tous la responsabilité d’encourager les sociétés canadiennes à adopter des pratiques responsables dans les pays en développement, voire de l’exiger. » – 30 –Mon 6:45 pm | Ontario, Beaches—East York
- MPndpMay 12, 2013 8:51 am | Ontario, Beaches—East York
- MPndp2013 05 11 Statement from the Leader of the Official Opposition on the passing of Senator Doug Finley On behalf of the New Democratic Party of Canada, I would like to extend my sincere condolences to the family of Senator Doug Finley and, in particular, to my colleague in the House of Commons, Minister Diane Finley. His loss will be felt by many, but none more so than his wife, his daughter Siobhan and his three grandchildren. His passing will be mourned beyond party lines and Catherine and I will keep the Finley family in our thoughts and prayers.May 11, 2013 3:39 pm | Ontario, Beaches—East York
- MPndpBells on the Danforth - Nice to be out on the bike again!May 11, 2013 11:12 am | Ontario, Beaches—East York
- MPndpMay 11, 2013 9:26 am | Ontario, Beaches—East York
- MPndpHeading over to Bells on the Danforth... https://www.facebook.com/events/250324481772916/?ref=22May 11, 2013 8:50 am | Ontario, Beaches—East York
- MPndpMay 10, 2013 6:22 pm | Ontario, Beaches—East York
- MPndpMay 09, 2013 4:06 pm | Ontario, Beaches—East York
- MPndpStatement on Bowmore Road Public School Mr. Matthew Kellway (Beaches—East York, NDP): Mr. Speaker, Iron Man 3 gets the box office bucks but the students of Bowmore Public School are attracting the critical acclaim. Nine of the twenty-six Ontario finalists for the TIFF Kids International Film Festival are from Bowmore. Congratulations to : Umer, Delaney, Sean and Maija, Lora, Varina, Safa, Samantha, Mahfuza and Katie; Emma, Jack, Jack and Jason, Julia and Laura, Kayleigh and Allegra, Leanna and Siena, Emily, Willow and Estelle and Amy. I hope they continue to use their talents and refine their craft because if they do, Hollywood had better watch out because a Canadian wave of cinematic talent is coming. To Ms. Jarvis, Ms. Partridge, Mr. Davis, Mr. Sekdorian and Principal Sambrook, as the son of two teachers, I know how hard they work, how much love they share, and how much they give of themselves so that all of their students find their voices and are encouraged and empowered to share with us their perspective on this world. My thanks to all.May 09, 2013 12:21 pm | Ontario, Beaches—East York
- MPndp“By undermining scientific freedoms, systematically defunding basic research capacity and environmental research, and dismantling the NRC, the Conservatives are attacking the foundations of science in Canada,” said Science and Technology critic Kennedy Stewart (Burnaby–Douglas). “Their policies quite simply make no sense and show that they lack a basic understanding about how scientific advancements actually take place.”May 09, 2013 5:13 am | Ontario, Beaches—East York
- MPndpStory from the East York Mirror on effort to restore Naviagable Waters Protection Act...May 08, 2013 11:13 am | Ontario, Beaches—East York
- MPndpMay 08, 2013 8:31 am | Ontario, Beaches—East York
- MPndpFollow-up questions from Bill-C60 discussion yesterday in the House.May 08, 2013 8:31 am | Ontario, Beaches—East York
- MPndpFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 8, 2013 AUTONOMY OF CROWN CORPORATIONS MUST BE RESPECTED: NDP AND WORKERS OTTAWA — New Democrats and labour unions representing workers at Crown corporations have launched a campaign against sections of Bill C-60, which grant the Treasury Board sweeping powers to intervene in the terms and conditions of employment for workers and managers at Crown corporations. “Bill C-60 is yet another attack against all Canadian workers—union and non-union alike. It is a serious threat to the independence of our Crown corporations. C-60 strips key powers from the directors of corporations such as the CBC, VIA Rail and Canada Post,” said New Democrat Labour critic Alexandre Boulerice. “It is completely inappropriate that the Treasury Board would be empowered to step into a workplace and arbitrarily change the compensation of any worker without a union,” he added. “The NDP is concerned that this potential for interference will impact the ability of these corporations to retain high quality workers and effectively serve Canadians.” Boulerice was accompanied by representatives of the Canadian Labour Congress (CLC), the Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW), the Syndicat des communications de Radio-Canada (SCRC), the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) and the Alliance of Canadian Cinema, Television and Radio Artists (ACTRA). “Together, we will fight against this unprecedented assault on the autonomy of Crown corporations. As a first step, we are moving to divide this section of C-60. We are also launching a petition and a grassroots campaign,” concluded Boulerice. -30- POUR DIFFUSION IMMÉDIATE 8 mai 2013 L’AUTONOMIE DES SOCIÉTÉS D’ÉTAT DOIT ÊTRE RESPECTÉE, SOUTIENNENT LE NPD ET LES TRAVAILLEURS OTTAWA — Le NPD et les syndicats représentant les travailleurs des sociétés d’État canadiennes touchés lancent une campagne contre les sections du projet de loi C-60 qui confèrent au Conseil du trésor des pouvoirs étendus lui permettant d’empiéter sur l’autonomie des société d’États et les négociations collectives. « Le projet de loi C-60 est une nouvelle attaque envers les travailleurs syndiqués et non syndiqués du pays. C’est une atteinte sérieuse à l’indépendance des sociétés d’État. C-60 soustrait des pouvoirs importants aux dirigeants des sociétés comme la SRC, VIA Rail et Postes Canada », a affirmé le porte-parole du NPD en matière de travail, Alexandre Boulerice (Rosemont – La Petite-Patrie). « Il est complètement inapproprié que le Conseil du trésor ait la capacité de s’immiscer dans un lieu de travail et de pouvoir changer arbitrairement le salaire d’un travailleur qui n’est pas représenté par un syndicat, a-t-il ajouté. Le NPD croit que ce potentiel d’intervention aura un impact sur la capacité de nos sociétés à retenir les travailleurs hautement qualifiés et à servir les Canadiens adéquatement. » M. Boulerice était accompagné pour l’occasion de représentants du Syndicat des travailleurs et travailleuses des postes (STTP), du Congrès du travail du Canada (CTC), du Syndicat des communications de Radio-Canada (SCRC), du Syndicat canadien de la fonction publique (SCFP) et de l’Alliance Of Canadian Cinema Television & Radio Artists (ACTRA). « Ensemble, on va se battre contre cette attaque visant l’autonomie de nos sociétés d’État. La première étape sera de diviser le projet de loi pour faire de ces sections un projet de loi indépendant. Nous lançons également une pétition et ferons une campagne de sensibilisation auprès de la population à ce sujet », a conclu M. Boulerice. -30-May 08, 2013 7:37 am | Ontario, Beaches—East York
- MPndpMay 07, 2013 6:25 pm | Ontario, Beaches—East York
- MPndp"The NDP tried every means to divide this bill, which amends 49 laws and is filled with measures that have nothing to do with the budget. This bill grants broad new powers to the Treasury Board to intervene in free collective bargaining between Crown corporations and their employees and increases taxes on thousands of consumer products that Canadians buy every day. "Statement by NDP finance critic, Peggy Nash, on second reading vote of the budget implementation bilMay 07, 2013 6:21 pm | Ontario, Beaches—East York
- MPndpMay 07, 2013 11:42 am | Ontario, Beaches—East York
- MPndpStatement from Official Opposition Seniors critic Lysane Blanchette-Lamothe on a National Seniors StMay 07, 2013 10:19 am | Ontario, Beaches—East York
- MPndpOn Friday, the Opposition held off asking questions in the House of Commons on the story, but New Democrat critic Matthew Kellway told iPolitics he was looking for an explanation. “How do you explain this? Well, I can’t. And… it really is for them to explain, and they can’t explain it, is the problem,” http://www.ipolitics.ca/2013/05/06/irving-hits-back-over-cbc-arctic-patrol-ship-story/May 07, 2013 9:49 am | Ontario, Beaches—East York
- MPndpTo Opposition New Democrat critic Matthew Kellway, Ambrose made nothing any clearer. “Minister Ambrose comes out with the revolutionary concept that this is going to be a design and build process. Well, how else do you go about doing these things, other than designing first and then building? That doesn’t explain why you pay 10 times as much for the design,” he told iPolitics Friday afternoon. http://www.ipolitics.ca/2013/05/03/how-do-you-explain-this-ndp-asks-of-shipbuilding-contract-cost/May 07, 2013 9:42 am | Ontario, Beaches—East York
- MPndpVery pleased to be able to "second" this important bill to protect the Don River - OTTAWA - Today, Craig Scott, MP for Toronto-Danforth, tabled a bill to protect the Don River. The bill, seconded by fellow Toronto NDP MPs Matthew Kellway (Beaches-East York), Olivia Chow (Trinity-Spadina) and Andrew Cash (Davenport), is part of the NDP’s campaign to reverse the gutting of the Navigable Waters Protection Act by the Conservative government. “The NDP is determined to do everything in our power to protect Canada’s lakes and rivers. And that includes the Don River, from its source 28km north of Toronto in the Oak Ridges Moraine to its Lake Ontario mouth here in our riding of Toronto-Danforth. The historic Don – and the Don Valley through which it flows – is an iconic symbol of Toronto and a valued part of our community’s history and environmental culture”, says Mr. Scott. At the demand of the oil and gas industry, the Conservatives’ budget last fall (C-45) removed protection for thousands of rivers and lakes, including the Don River, so that proposed development projects – such as pipelines – on and near most bodies of water no longer need thorough environmental assessments or public consultation before proceeding. Since 1882, the Navigable Waters Protection Act had been a central pillar of environmental protection of all of Canada’s hundreds of thousands of lakes and rivers. "The removal of the Don from protection under the Navigable Waters Act was an enormous setback to the goal of an ecologically diverse and healthy Toronto. This Private Members Bill is tabled in support of and with respect for the community organizations and hundreds of volunteers who have worked so hard for, and continue to dream of, a healthy Don River and a healthy city," says Mr. Kellway. -30-May 07, 2013 8:34 am | Ontario, Beaches—East York
- MPndpJust in case you missed this interview from Friday May 3rd...May 07, 2013 6:44 am | Ontario, Beaches—East York
- MPndpA statement from my colleague Marjolaine Boutin-Sweet: Statement by Official Opposition Housing critic Marjolaine Boutin-Sweet (Hochelaga) on appointment of CMHC Chairman of the Board I would like to congratulate Robert P. Kelly on his appointment as Chairman of the Board of the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation. Since its founding in 1946, the CHMC has been Canada's best tool for ensuring the confidence and stability of the housing market, while contributing to the growth of the rental and cooperative housing stock. Robert P. Kelly has extensive experience in finance, which is a major asset for monitoring of the housing market. I hope he will protect the CMHC from privatization. I also hope he will safeguard the institution's independence and transparency, at a time when the government is moving in the opposite direction. Mr. Kelly has many challenges facing him. We’re looking to see the CHMC return to its founding mission, by re-launching the construction of social housing and renewing long-term agreements to ensure the sustainability of existing stock. I wish him every success in his new duties.May 06, 2013 3:57 pm | Ontario, Beaches—East York
- MPndpMay 06, 2013 3:56 pm | Ontario, Beaches—East York
- MPndpEnjoying the day - up early to Paddle the Don. Congratulations to all the organizers and volunteers for this great event. 20 years of making this watershed accessible, allowing us to acknowledge & appreciate the impact it has on our urban landscape, and how we must protect that incredible gift.May 05, 2013 6:42 am | Ontario, Beaches—East York
- MPndpWishing friends and constituents celebrating Orthodox Easter today, near & far, a very special time with family and loved ones.May 05, 2013 6:32 am | Ontario, Beaches—East York
- MPndpMay 04, 2013 4:15 pm | Ontario, Beaches—East York
- MPndpHere is the link to the interview from Power and Politics: High Seas, High Price. (the session starts at the 1:23 mark) http://www.cbc.ca/player/News/TV%2BShows/Power%2B&%2BPolitics%2Bwith%2BEvan%2BSolomon/ID/2383184084/May 04, 2013 5:24 am | Ontario, Beaches—East York
- MPndpMay 03, 2013 2:56 pm | Ontario, Beaches—East York
- MPndp"Walkable neighbourhoods, urban literacy, cities planned for and by people." Jane Jacobs' vision... Hope that you can get out this weekend to explore communities and neighbourhoods by going on a Jane's Walk. Amazing that this creative idea has grown to be an international festivity, fit to celebrate the birthday of Jane Jacobs! http://www.janeswalk.net/index.php/walks/canada/toronto/May 03, 2013 2:25 pm | Ontario, Beaches—East York
- MPndpMay 03, 2013 12:51 pm | Ontario, Beaches—East York
- MPndpMy colleague Paul Dewar tabled a motion concerning the Bangladesh FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 2, 2013 NEW DEMOCRATS CALL FOR ACTION IN THE WAKE OF BANGLADESH TRAGEDY OTTAWA — New Democrat Foreign Affairs Critic Paul Dewar (Ottawa Centre) has tabled a motion to conduct a parliamentary study of the tragedy in Bangladesh and take action to prevent similar tragedies in future. “We all have a responsibility to act,” said Dewar. “Business as usual is not an option. It’s time for action to improve working conditions overseas and prevent future loss of life.” Dewar’s motion states: That the Standing Committee on Foreign Affairs and International Development undertake a study on ways to encourage, facilitate, and require responsible corporate practices by companies supplying and manufacturing products in developing countries for Canadian consumers, in response to last month's tragedy in Bangladesh and the clearly demonstrated desire of Canadians to improve working conditions overseas. -30- POUR DIFFUSION IMMÉDIATE 2 mai 2013 LE NPD DEMANDE UN PLAN D’ACTION À LA SUITE DE LA TRAGÉDIE AU BANGLADESH OTTAWA — Le porte-parole du NPD en matière d’affaires étrangères Paul Dewar (Ottawa Centre) a déposé une motion demandant une étude parlementaire sur la tragédie au Bengladesh et demandant au gouvernement d’adopter un plan d’action afin d’éviter que des drames similaires se reproduisent à l’avenir. « Nous avons le devoir d’agir, a dit M. Dewar. On ne peut pas reprendre le train-train quotidien comme si de rien n’était. Le temps est venu d’agir pour améliorer les conditions de travail outre-mer et pour prévenir d’autres pertes de vie. » La motion de M. Dewar : Que le Comité permanent des affaires étrangères et du développement international envisage des façons d’encourager, de faciliter et d’exiger des pratiques responsables de la part des entreprises qui, dans les pays en développement, fabriquent et offrent des produits destinés aux consommateurs canadiens, pour donner suite à la tragédie du mois dernier au Bangladesh ainsi qu’au souhait clairement exprimé par les Canadiens à l’égard de l’amélioration des conditions de travail à l’étranger. -30-May 03, 2013 8:10 am | Ontario, Beaches—East York
- MPndpMay 03, 2013 7:17 am | Ontario, Beaches—East York
- MPndpFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 2, 2013 STATEMENT BY OFFICIAL OPPOSITION FINANCE CRITIC PEGGY NASH ON THE APPOINTMENT OF STEPHEN POLOZ AS BANK OF CANADA GOVERNOR On behalf of Canada’s New Democrats, I would like to congratulate Stephen Poloz on being selected as the new Bank of Canada governor. While managing Canada’s monetary policy and ensuring the stability of our financial system will be challenging in the face of sluggish economic growth, fiscal contraction, and high household debt, I trust that Stephen Poloz is ready to assume this responsibility. As Canada emerges from an extended economic downturn and continues to face unique challenges, our economy will require confident and purposeful stewardship. I wish Stephen Poloz much success in this new role. *** POUR DIFFUSION IMMÉDIATE 2 mai 2013 DÉCLARATION DE LA PORTE-PAROLE DE L’OPPOSITION OFFICIELLE EN MATIÈRE DE FINANCES, PEGGY NASH, SUR LA NOMINATION DE STEPHEN POLOZ AU POSTE DE GOUVERNEUR DE LA BANQUE DU CANADA Au nom de tous les néo-démocrates du Canada, j’aimerais féliciter Stephen Poloz pour sa nomination au poste de gouverneur de la Banque du Canada. Assurer la gestion des politiques monétaires du Canada et la stabilité de notre système financier n'est pas un mandat facile, surtout en période de lente croissance économique, de compressions budgétaires et de dettes élevées des ménages. Il est à supposer que M. Poloz est prêt à assumer cette responsabilité. Alors que le Canada sort d’une récession et qu’il doit toujours faire face à de nombreux défis, notre économie a besoin d’être dirigée par une main forte et confiante. Je souhaite beaucoup de succès à Stephen Poloz dans ces nouvelles fonctions. -30-May 02, 2013 2:21 pm | Ontario, Beaches—East York
- MPndp2013 05 02 Budget Implementation Bill must be divided: NDP OTTAWA — New Democrat critic for Human Resources and Skills Development Chris Charlton (Hamilton Mountain), tabled a motion in the House of Commons today to split the Budget Implementation Act (C-60) by removing clauses changing the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act and the temporary foreign workers program and referring them to the Standing Committee on Human Resources, Skills and Social Development and the Status of Persons with Disabilities. “That notwithstanding any Standing Order or usual practice of the House, clauses 161 to 166 related to the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act and the Temporary Foreign Worker Program, be removed from Bill C-60, An Act to implement certain provisions of the budget tabled in Parliament on March 21, 2013 and other measures, and do compose Bill C-62; that Bill C-62 be deemed read a first time and be printed; that the order for second reading of the said bill provide for the referral to the Standing Committee on Human Resources, Skills and Social Development and the Status of Persons with Disabilities; that Bill C-60 retain the status on the Order Paper that it had prior to the adoption of this Order; that Bill C-60 be reprinted as amended; and that the Law Clerk and Parliamentary Counsel be authorized to make any technical changes or corrections as may be necessary to give effect to this motion.”May 02, 2013 1:36 pm | Ontario, Beaches—East York
- MPndpMay 02, 2013 9:10 am | Ontario, Beaches—East York
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