Competition Bureau decision gives Carney government a free pass to greenwash
NDP Parliamentary Leader Don Davies issued the following statement after the Competition Bureau refused to investigate his complaint regarding misleading environmental claims in the Carney...
Canada’s NDP responds to ban on trade with illegal settlements
NDP Foreign Affairs Critic Heather McPherson issued the following statement: New Democrats welcome today’s announcement by UK Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband signalling a reset in UK-Israel...
NDP response to the ban on trade with illegal settlements
NDP Foreign Affairs Critic Heather McPherson issued the following statement: "New Democrats welcome today’s announcement by UK Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband signalling a reset in...
NDP stands with workers on Labour Day to defend the right to strike
Toronto – NDP Leader Avi Lewis and MP Leah Gazan joined thousands of union members at Toronto's Labour Day Parade on Monday, calling on the federal government to protect free collective...
NDP announces appointment of François Picard as National Director
The New Democratic Party of Canada has appointed long-time party activist and organizer, François Picard, as its new National Director. Picard brings two decades of senior-level experience...
Avi Lewis Reaction to Excise Tax Holiday Extension
Avi Lewis Reaction to Excise Tax Holiday Extension "People are getting gouged at the pumps, but another costly handout of public money to oil and gas companies is no solution. Even...
New Democrats urge federal government to stand up against U.S. style two-tier health
New Democrats urge federal government to stand up against U.S. style two-tier health Today marks the day that Danielle Smith's Bill 11, a Bill that undermines the core principles of...
Strong NDP result in Beaches–East York shows “growing appetite for a progressive alternative”: Lewis
Tonight’s strong result in Beaches–East York, combined with the surge in grassroots organizing across all three ridings, shows the NDP is gaining momentum as it rebuilds for the next...
NDP Leader Avi Lewis calls for export taxes on energy and critical minerals
Cross-party support grows for using Canadian exports as leverage in the trade war OTTAWA – A day after the federal government unveiled its new retaliatory measures against the US amid the...
Lewis to Carney: We need to “Trump-proof” our economy and protect Canadian workers
NDP Leader Avi Lewis issued the following statement following a phone call with Prime Minister Mark Carney: “This morning, I had a call with the Prime Minister regarding measures the...
Avi Lewis Statement on Jack Layton's Anniversary
"Today, we remember Jack Layton – a leader and a friend who had a gift for kindling hope in the hearts of Canadians. We miss him today more than ever. Jack’s warmth and...
NDP statement on the suspension of US-Canada trade talks
NDP Leader Avi Lewis issued the following reaction: "The Prime Minister was right to walk away from the negotiating table last night. I believe Canadians are united in this crucial moment, on...
NDP Leader to Carney: No More Concessions
NDP Leader to Carney: No More Concessions For the benefit of all the workers affected - in every industry from steel and aluminum to autos, forestry and more - a good deal with the US would...
Carney government using tax dollars to greenwash while Canada burns
Carney government using tax dollars to greenwash while Canada burns VANCOUVER — NDP Parliamentary Leader Don Davies and former NDP House Leader Peter Julian today filed a formal complaint...
Lewis: “Buyer’s remorse” for Carney as NDP prepares for comeback in Toronto byelection
Lewis: “Buyer’s remorse” for Carney as NDP prepares for comeback in Toronto byelection TORONTO – In a packed room of more than 300 supporters, NDP Candidate Shannon Devine...
NDP nominates Stephen Tweedale in North Vancouver—Capilano federal byelection
NDP nominates Stephen Tweedale in North Vancouver—Capilano federal byelection VANCOUVER — NDP members in the federal riding of North Vancouver—Capilano have...
New Democrats Renew Calls on Canada to Ban the RSS and Deny Entry to its Chief
New Democrats Renew Calls on Canada to Ban the RSS and Deny Entry to its Chief OTTAWA - New Democrats are calling on the federal government to deny entry to the head of the fascist paramilitary...
NDP secures PBO analysis of Gordie Howe International Bridge Project
NDP secures PBO analysis of Gordie Howe International Bridge Project Ottawa — New Democrats are pleased that the Parliamentary Budget Officer has agreed to their request to undertake an...
Avi Lewis statement on WestJet strike
NDP Leader Avi Lewis issued the following statement: "To the thousands of WestJet flight attendants who are out on strike against unpaid work: the NDP stands with you. Your fight is...
NDP announces candidates for August 31 federal byelections
With federal byelections called for August 31 in three ridings across Ontario, Quebec and British Columbia, Canada’s New Democrats are announcing two experienced candidates ready to campaign...