OTTAWA– The Leader of the Liberal Party of Canada, Justin Trudeau, made the following statement today on the Conservatives’ Cabinet shuffle: “Today’s Cabinet shuffle will not provide Canadians with the real change they want to see. It is clear that the only Minister who has any power in this government is the Prime Minister. Today’s[…]

SHEDIAC, NB– Liberal Foreign Affairs critic Dominic LeBlanc made the following statement today on the continuing violence in Egypt: “The Liberal Party of Canada is very concerned with the ongoing unrest in Egypt, and we are calling on all parties to immediately reject and end any violence. We firmly support the voices of the Egyptian[…]

OTTAWA– The Leader of the Liberal Party of Canada, Justin Trudeau, made the following statement today on the occasion of Imamat Day: “Today we come together and celebrate the 56th anniversary of the accession of His Highness Prince Karim Aga Khan IV to the Ismaili Imamat. This is an occasion to show our sincere gratitude[…]

OTTAWA- The Conservative government must recognize that the persistent lack of opportunities for youth in the post-recession era is having far-reaching and long-lasting consequences for already struggling middle class families, said Liberal Finance critic Scott Brison today. “The Harper Conservatives have shown time and time again that they are out of touch with middle class[…]

OTTAWA– Leader of the Liberal Party of Canada, Justin Trudeau, made the following statement today on the beginning of Ramadan: “During the holy month of Ramadan, Muslims in Canada and around the world fast and engage in deep spiritual reflection, recommit to a life guided by compassion and charity, and foster spiritual renewal of themselves and[…]

SASKATOON, SK– Leader of the Liberal Party of Canada Justin Trudeau made the following statement today on the rail tragedy in Lac-Mégantic: “I was shocked and saddened to hear of today’s train explosion and the devastating fire in Lac-Mégantic. My thoughts are with all the families who have had to be evacuated, and especially with[…]

VANCOUVER— Liberal Small Business and Tourism critic Joyce Murray made the following statement today on the economic effects of the ongoing Canadian Foreign Service Officer strike: “This Conservative government’s failure to settle the labour dispute with Canada’s Foreign Service Officers in a timely fashion is having serious consequences for our economy. The two month strike at our[…]

TORONTO– Liberal Leader Justin Trudeau made the following statement today on Memorial Day:   “Today we commemorate the brave men and women of Newfoundland and Labrador who serve in uniform, and particularly those who gave their lives during the First World War.   It was on July 1, 1916 – the first day of the[…]

TORONTO– Liberal Leader Justin Trudeau made the following statement today on Canada Day:   “As we celebrate Canada Day, firing up the barbecues, taking the family to the park, and gathering in neighbours’ backyards, we take pride in the diverse and beautiful country we all love.   This is a moment to honour what we[…]