TORONTO – The Leader of the Liberal Party of Canada, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement to mark the beginning of Ramadan: “On the first day of Ramadan, Muslims in Canada and around the world will begin their month-long journey of fasting, prayer, and spiritual reflection. It is an occasion characterized by empathy, discipline,[…]

OTTAWA – The Leader of the Liberal Party of Canada, Justin Trudeau, today presented a plan to restore openness and transparency to government. “After 10 years under Stephen Harper, Ottawa is broken. This is a comprehensive plan to fix it. This is real change,” said Mr. Trudeau. “Our plan builds on measures we have already[…]

TORONTO – The Leader of the Liberal Party of Canada, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on Philippine Independence Day: “Today, we join together with the Filipino community – here in Canada, in the Philippines, and around the world – to celebrate the 117th anniversary of Philippine Independence. “With more than 700,000 Canadians tracing[…]

OTTAWA – The Leader of the Liberal Party of Canada, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on Canadian Armed Forces Day: “Today, on Canadian Armed Forces Day, we thank our men and women in uniform – both past and present – who serve with the utmost courage, honour, and selflessness, and we thank their[…]

GUELPH, ON – Liberal Critic for Veterans Affairs, Frank Valeriote, today issued the following statement to commemorate the anniversary of D-Day: “On the anniversary of D-Day, we are reminded of the courage displayed by our Canadian soldiers, sailors, and Air Force members, who launched an assault against the heavily fortified coast of Normandy on this[…]

OTTAWA – Liberal Environment Critic, John McKay, today issued the following statement on World Environment Day: “World Environment Day is an opportunity to reflect on the importance and the necessity of strong environmental stewardship. “Canada’s natural environment is a vital part of who we are as a country. After a decade of neglect under this[…]

EDMONTON – In a keynote address to the Federation of Canadian Municipalities’ 2015 Annual Conference and Trade Show today, the Leader of the Liberal Party of Canada, Justin Trudeau, presented his vision for fairness for Canada’s cities and communities. “Our communities need greater support. I hear this every time I meet with municipal leaders across[…]

OTTAWA – The Leader of the Liberal Party of Canada, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on the death of Jacques Parizeau: “It is with sadness that I learned of the death of Jacques Parizeau. Former Premier and Minister, Mr. Parizeau left his mark on Quebec. A man of conviction, he devoted his life[…]

OTTAWA – The Leader of the Liberal Party of Canada, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on the report and recommendations of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC): “Today, we recognize the meaningful work carried out by the Truth and Reconciliation Commission in documenting the impacts of the Residential Schools system on First Nations,[…]