Conservative MP James Bezan speaks with reporters in Ottawa after tabling a private member’s bill. According to a press release from Bezan’s office, the legislation aims to strengthen Canada’s sanctions regime and hold to account those who undermine international peace and security. source
Premier Wab Kinew speaks with reporters in Winnipeg about creating jobs for Manitobans. He is joined by Tanya Palson, the executive director of Manitoba Building Trades, and Kevin Rebeck, president of the Manitoba Federation of Labour. source
People in B.C. will see stronger, more inclusive communities as local organizations can now apply for provincial grants that back projects fighting racism and promoting multicultural understanding. “Everyone deserves to feel safe, respected and valued in their community,” said Niki Sharma, Attorney General. “By investing in community-led projects, we’re giving organizations the tools they need…
Assembly of First Nations (AFN) National Chief Cindy Woodhouse Nepinak holds a news conference in Ottawa to discuss the new session of Parliament. She is joined by several AFN regional chiefs. source
OTTAWA, ON — With Parliament’s fall session underway and the Bank of Canada set to announce its latest interest rate decision, Canadian Labour Congress (CLC) President Bea Bruske and Senior Economist DT Cochrane will address Canada’s state of the economy — marked by rising unemployment, stalled growth, and global trade instability — warning that cuts…
A group of activists holds a news conference in Ottawa to discuss the situation in Gaza. The group is issuing several demands to the federal government, including the imposition of sanctions on Israel. Speaking with reporters are Rhys Maddigan (member of Palestine Action YYT), Ibrahim Younis (member of Prince Edward Island for Palestine), Najlaa Zaanin…
Lors d’une conférence de presse à Ottawa, le Bureau de la sécurité des transports du Canada (BST) présente son rapport d’enquête sur la collision survenue en novembre 2023 dans une gare ferroviaire de Montréal. source
Representatives from the Canadian Urban Transit Association (CUTA) hold a news conference in Ottawa to call for more federal investment in public transit. Speaking with reporters are CUTA President and CEO Marco D’Angelo and Board Chair Dave Reage. source
Health-care experts speak with reporters in Ottawa about the importance of early detection and expert input for cancers and other diseases. The news conference comes as the Canadian Task Force on Preventive Health Care, a federally appointed panel that issues Canada’s cancer screening guidelines, resumes its work following a months-long pause. In attendance are Dr….
OTTAWA – Members of the NDP caucus joined together in support of the Air Canada flight attendants who came to Ottawa to make their voices heard on their fight to put an end to unpaid work.NDP MP and Labour critic Alexandre Boulerice announced the party’s plan to put an end to the government’s reliance on…