Canada's NDP

NDP calls on Mark Carney to reverse his cuts to the public service

Canada's NDP leader Don Davies issued the following statement: “Liberal cuts to the public service while Donald Trump threatens our workers and economy and people face a cost-of-living...

NDP statement ahead of Liberal cabinet meeting on Trump’s tariffs

Ahead of the Liberals’ cabinet meetings on Trump’s 35 per cent tariffs on Canadian goods and 50 per cent tariffs on Canadian copper, Canada’s NDP leader Don...

Trump’s newest tariffs’ threats will hurt Canadian workers 

NDP leader Don Davies issued the following statement:  “Donald Trump’s latest threats are baseless, unfair and unacceptable. He’s determined to hurt our economy and...

NDP intends to nominate UN Special Rapporteur for the Nobel Peace Prize

  OTTAWA—On Friday, NDP critic for Foreign Affairs and Defence Heather McPherson (Edmonton Strathcona) and NDP House Leader Alexandre Boulerice (Rosemont-La Petite-Patrie) announced...

NDP members will choose their next leader in March 2026 

  OTTAWA—On Thursday, the NDP’s Federal Council met to ratify the rules governing the 2026 leadership race that will see the next leader of the party elected.   “I am...

NDP launches 2025 campaign review and renewal process

OTTAWA—On Tuesday, the NDP announced the launch of its review and renewal process to reflect on the 2025 election campaign and help shape a path forward for the party to continue delivering...

New Democrats wish everyone a happy Canada Day!

Canada’s NDP Leader Don Davies issued the following statement: “Today, we proudly celebrate Canada—our home, the true North strong and free.   Over the past year, Canadians...

NDP: Liberals are caving in to Trump & his billionaire friends

In reaction to the Liberal government rescinding the digital services tax for Giant companies like Amazon, Apple, Airbnb, Google, Meta and Uber, Canada’s NDP Leader Don Davies issued the...

New Democrats say no to Carney’s NATO 5 per cent commitment 

Canada’s NDP Leader Don Davies issued the following statement:   “Canadians want our military to be well-trained, well-equipped and well-prepared. The men and women we count...

NDP reaction to Carney's new NATO defence spending pledge 

In reaction to Mark Carney's new NATO defence spending pledge to hit 5 per cent of GDP by 2035, NDP critic for Defence Heather McPherson issued the following...

NDP Statement on National Indigenous Peoples Day 

NDP critic for Indigenous Affairs Lori Idlout issued the following statement:  "Today, on National Indigenous Peoples Day, New Democrats join communities across Canada in celebrating...

NDP Statement on Quebec's Fête Nationale 

NDP Leader Don Davies issued the following statement:   “Today, on Quebec’s Fête nationale, we celebrate the history, language, culture, and struggles of the people of...

NDP statement on U.S. attacks on Iran

NDP critic for Foreign Affairs and Defence Heather McPherson issued the following statement: “On June 17, New Democrats released a statement calling on Mark Carney to push for a...

NDP Statement on National Indigenous Peoples Day 

NDP critic for Indigenous Affairs Lori Idlout issued the following statement:  "Today, on National Indigenous Peoples Day, New Democrats join communities across Canada in celebrating...

NDP splits Bill C-5, forcing vote on controversial Building Canada Act

The NDP has forced the government to split up its omnibus major projects legislation, Bill C-5, forcing Parliament to vote directly on its more controversial clauses. After Friday’s Question...

NDP celebrates anti-scab bill coming into force for workers 

Canada’s NDP Leader Don Davies issued the following statement:  “Today, we celebrate a historic win for workers across Canada. Thanks to the NDP and Canada’s labour movement,...

NDP amends Bill-5 to support good-paying union jobs for Canadians

OTTAWA — In Wednesday's parliamentary committee on transportation, NDP MP Leah Gazan (Winnipeg Centre) secured changes that would prioritize creating good-paying union jobs for Canadians...

NDP reaction to counter-tariffs announcement

In reaction to government's measures to retaliate against U.S. steel, aluminum tariffs, Canada’s NDP leader Don Davies issued the following statement: “It's about time the...

Statement by NDP Leader Don Davies 

“I have the good fortune of working with six incredible NDP MPs from across the country. They are all strong voices advocating for working people and their communities in Parliament. It is...

NDP calls for ceasefire in latest Iran-Israel conflict

Statement by Heather McPherson, NDP Critic for Foreign Affairs and for Defence: “New Democrats are profoundly alarmed by the escalation in the Middle East. We condemn the illegal attack by...