Statement by NDP Leader Tom Mulcair on Earth Day

The popularity of Earth Day activities reminds us of just how determined Canadians are to fight climate change and build a sustainable future.

Today, let’s take the time to reflect on the impact of our consumer choices on the environment and let us all commit to reducing our ecological footprint.

Each one of us can take concrete action to reduce our consumption of water, energy and non-renewable resources.

Together, we can work to ensure that the development of our natural resources respects the principles of sustainable development.

Canada must become an environmental leader, not continue the terrible record set by this Conservative government.

The health of our planet is important to Canadians. And New Democrats understand that we must act now to ensure that future generations don’t inherit an overwhelming economic, social and environmental debt.