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Statement by Liberal Leader Justin Trudeau on How He Plans to Raise the Bar on Transparency
June 16, 2013
OTTAWA– Liberal Leader Justin Trudeau made the following statement today on how he plans on raising the bar on transparency: “Political leadership is about raising the [...] More »
Liberal Response to Brad Wall’s Reported Comments
June 14, 2013
Today, Global News reported that Saskatchewan Premier Brad Wall has suggested that fees earned by Mr. Trudeau in his former capacity as a professional speaker were [...] More »
Liberals Call for Greater Support for Ethnocultural Media
June 14, 2013
OTTAWA– Liberal Leader Justin Trudeau made the following statement today on the need for greater support for ethnocultural media, including OMNI Television: “Multicultural media play a [...] More »
Statement by Liberal Leader Justin Trudeau on the Canadian Soccer Association Suspension of the Quebec Soccer Federation
June 11, 2013
OTTAWA– Liberal Leader Justin Trudeau made the following statement today on the Canadian Soccer Association’s suspension of the Quebec Soccer Federation: “The Canadian Soccer Association is [...] More »
Liberals Introduce Motions to Improve Accountability, Open Parliament to Canadians Immediately
June 10, 2013
OTTAWA– The Liberal Party will continue to raise the bar on Parliamentary openness and accountability by putting forward opposition motions to immediately deal with Parliament’s transparency [...] More »
Liberals Call on Conservative Government to Support Lobster Fishers
June 6, 2013
OTTAWA– The Conservative government must immediately take action to address the crisis in Atlantic Canada’s lobster fishery, said Liberal Fisheries and Oceans critic Lawrence MacAulay today. [...] More »
Statement by Liberal Leader Justin Trudeau on the Anniversary of D-Day
June 6, 2013
MONTRÉAL– Liberal Leader Justin Trudeau made the following statement today on the anniversary of D-Day: “Today we remember the day 69 years ago when Canadian soldiers, [...] More »

Raising the bar for democracy and transparency
June 17, 2013
Yes, it's the essential job of opposition leaders to expose the government's failings. But criticism alone is not enough. It's also essential to set high standards and propose fresh ideas to make government better. From the beginning of his leadership campaign, that has been Justin Trudeau's strength -- giving Canadians good reasons to vote FOR him, not just AGAINST the other guy. More »
Statement by Liberal Leader Justin Trudeau on How He Plans to Raise the Bar on Transparency
June 16, 2013
OTTAWA– Liberal Leader Justin Trudeau made the following statement today on how he plans on raising the bar on transparency: “Political leadership is about raising the [...] More »
Liberal Response to Brad Wall’s Reported Comments
June 14, 2013
Today, Global News reported that Saskatchewan Premier Brad Wall has suggested that fees earned by Mr. Trudeau in his former capacity as a professional speaker were [...] More »
Liberals Call for Greater Support for Ethnocultural Media
June 14, 2013
OTTAWA– Liberal Leader Justin Trudeau made the following statement today on the need for greater support for ethnocultural media, including OMNI Television: “Multicultural media play a [...] More »
Canada Must Lead – Not Backtrack – in the Global Fight to End Violence Against Women
June 14, 2013
Canadians expect their government to be a leader on the world stage, standing proudly for Canadian values - not an obstacle for progress. More »
Statement by Liberal Leader Justin Trudeau on the Canadian Soccer Association Suspension of the Quebec Soccer Federation
June 11, 2013
OTTAWA– Liberal Leader Justin Trudeau made the following statement today on the Canadian Soccer Association’s suspension of the Quebec Soccer Federation: “The Canadian Soccer Association is [...] More »
Liberals Introduce Motions to Improve Accountability, Open Parliament to Canadians Immediately
June 10, 2013
OTTAWA– The Liberal Party will continue to raise the bar on Parliamentary openness and accountability by putting forward opposition motions to immediately deal with Parliament’s transparency [...] More »

Statement by Liberal Leader Justin Trudeau on How He Plans to Raise the Bar on Transparency
June 16, 2013
OTTAWA– Liberal Leader Justin Trudeau made the following statement today on how he plans on raising the bar on transparency: “Political leadership is about raising the [...] More »
Liberal Response to Brad Wall’s Reported Comments
June 14, 2013
Today, Global News reported that Saskatchewan Premier Brad Wall has suggested that fees earned by Mr. Trudeau in his former capacity as a professional speaker were [...] More »
Liberals Call for Greater Support for Ethnocultural Media
June 14, 2013
OTTAWA– Liberal Leader Justin Trudeau made the following statement today on the need for greater support for ethnocultural media, including OMNI Television: “Multicultural media play a [...] More »
Statement by Liberal Leader Justin Trudeau on the Canadian Soccer Association Suspension of the Quebec Soccer Federation
June 11, 2013
OTTAWA– Liberal Leader Justin Trudeau made the following statement today on the Canadian Soccer Association’s suspension of the Quebec Soccer Federation: “The Canadian Soccer Association is [...] More »
Liberals Introduce Motions to Improve Accountability, Open Parliament to Canadians Immediately
June 10, 2013
OTTAWA– The Liberal Party will continue to raise the bar on Parliamentary openness and accountability by putting forward opposition motions to immediately deal with Parliament’s transparency [...] More »
Liberals Call on Conservative Government to Support Lobster Fishers
June 6, 2013
OTTAWA– The Conservative government must immediately take action to address the crisis in Atlantic Canada’s lobster fishery, said Liberal Fisheries and Oceans critic Lawrence MacAulay today. [...] More »
Statement by Liberal Leader Justin Trudeau on the Anniversary of D-Day
June 6, 2013
MONTRÉAL– Liberal Leader Justin Trudeau made the following statement today on the anniversary of D-Day: “Today we remember the day 69 years ago when Canadian soldiers, [...] More »

Can I vote for more than one Leadership candidate?
April 5, 2013
That’s the question we’ve been hearing the most. The answer is yes – if you choose to do so. Registered Liberal voters will be voting with a preferential ballot. This means you have options: More »
Last Chance to Sign Bob’s Card
April 5, 2013
It's your last chance to sign the online card to thank Bob Rae for his service as interim leader and leave Bob your personal note. Just click here: http://lpc.ca/sign-card-thanks-a-million-bob. More »
Reflections on Landmine Awareness Day
April 4, 2013
Last December 3rd marked the 15th anniversary of the Ottawa Treaty, or more officially, the Convention on the Prohibition of the Use, Stockpiling, Production and Transfer of Anti-Personnel Mines and on their Destruction. To mark the occasion, a group of politicians, diplomats, public service officials and NGOS met in Ottawa to celebrate the success of a Canadian-sponsored treaty which has been effective at reducing the number of landmine victims worldwide and in setting a precedent for a new way of creating international agreements that are designed to protect innocent people. More »
On World Autism Awareness Day
April 2, 2013
I hope we all will pause to reflect on the incidence of autism and the availability of timely, affordable treatment. For those facing autism on a daily basis – who serve as a constant source of learning and motivation for me – I know that World Autism Awareness Day has even greater significance. It says: “You are not alone, we will do more.” More »
I’m Yvonne Jones, Liberal candidate for the by-election in Labrador
March 30, 2013
We need a real voice for Labrador. One that is strong and FOR the people. Not an MP who is Stephen Harper’s voice TO the people! My name is Yvonne Jones and I will be that voice. As the MHA for Cartwright-L'Anse au Clair and former Leader of the Liberal Party of Newfoundland and Labrador, I have a proven record of experience and commitment to Labrador. More »
130,774 Liberals are registered to vote – and ready to make history
March 28, 2013
Some 130,774 Members and Supporters have registered for the 2013 LPC Leadership vote. On April 7 at 12:01am ET the voting will begin. That makes this the biggest, most open Liberal Party of Canada leadership vote yet. But depending on how many votes are cast, our race could also be the biggest, most open federal political party leadership vote in Canadian history. More »
Laurier Club Spotlight: David McLean
March 28, 2013
The Liberal Party of Canada is proud to count David McLean among our most committed Laurier Club donors. We are very honoured that he has agreed to be featured in the first in our new series of spotlight interviews with Laurier Club donors. More »

Just the Facts: Top 10 Questions Stephen Harper Must Answer on the PMO Ethics Scandal
May 23, 2013
In recent days, serious questions have emerged about the ethics of the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO). First, it appears the PMO whitewashed and obstructed an audit [...] More »
In Their Own Words: Conservative MPs on Stephen Harper’s Watch List
May 10, 2013
Stephen Harper is spending millions of Canadians’ tax dollars to keep tabs on his own Members of Parliament. A quick review indicates why some of these [...] More »
Reality Check: Stephen Harper on the Root Causes of Terrorism
April 26, 2013
Yesterday, Parliamentary Secretary Pierre Poilievre offered Canadians the latest in Conservative insight when he declared: “The root cause of terrorism is terrorists.” (CBC Power and Politics, [...] More »
Reality Check: Budget 2013 and the Conservative Record on Skilled Workers and Immigration
March 28, 2013
In Budget 2013, the Conservatives state that they have made significant progress implementing reforms to Canada’s immigration system by focusing on attracting talented newcomers with the [...] More »
Reality Check: Conservative Spending Fictions in Budget 2013
March 27, 2013
• Opportunities Fund for Persons with Disabilities Fiction: Budget 2013 announces funding that will “help more persons with disabilities gain the hands-on experience they need to [...] More »
Reality Check: Conservative Budget Contradictions
March 26, 2013
Contradiction #1: Raising taxes on imported goods Budget 2013 removes $76 million in tariffs on certain sporting equipment and baby clothing that are no longer manufactured [...] More »
Reality Check: Budget 2013 Fails to Deliver Needed Infrastructure Funding
March 25, 2013
Claim: Conservatives say that they have created a long-term ten-year infrastructure program that addresses today’s infrastructure needs. Reality: Despite the fact that Canada’s infrastructure needs are [...] More »

Liberal Leader Bob Rae’s speech to delegates at the Extraordinary Convention
June 18, 2011
I am honoured to be speaking with you as the Interim Leader of the Liberal Party. More »
Speech: Le Québec a le pouvoir de changer les choses
March 27, 2011
Check against delivery. Montréal, Québec. Chers amis, C’est formidable de débuter notre campagne au Québec ici dans un bon restaurant montréalais ! Merci de votre présence et [...] More »
Speech in the House of Commons to Introduce a Motion of Non-Confidence
March 25, 2011
For our part, there is no doubt. You have spoken, Mr. Speaker. The committee has spoken. And now the House must speak with a clear voice: a government that breaks the rules and conceals facts from the Canadian people does not deserve to remain in office. More »
Michael Ignatieff’s speech to Liberal Caucus and Candidates – Winter Caucus 2011
January 25, 2011
Liberal Leader Michael Ignatieff gives a passionate speech to 2011 Winter Caucus on Parliament Hill More »
Remarks to Israeli Embassy Hanukkah Reception
December 7, 2010
Podium Copy. Check against delivery. Parliament Hill, Ottawa Thank you. Madame Ambassador, distinguished guests, ladies and gentlemen— It is an honour to be with you this [...] More »
Speech to the Inter-parliamentary Coalition for Combating Anti-Semitism
November 8, 2010
And so we are united today in the fervent hope and the determined belief that we want to make anti-Semitism nothing other than a terrible memory rather than a part of our lived present. More »
Rebuilding Canada’s Leadership on the World Stage
November 2, 2010
In the centre of our engagement with the world, we must restore our finest Canadian traditions, inspired by peace, justice, and mutual aid. We must show the world – and ourselves – that Canada can inspire us again. More »

Convention Update: A new way to choose our Leader!
January 15, 2012
The Liberal Party of Canada has thrown open its doors to all Canadians. Tonight 75 percent of delegates voted in favour of creating a “supporter” category [...] More »
A Roadmap to Renewal
November 10, 2011
On behalf of your National Board of Directors, I am pleased to submit “A Roadmap to Renewal” for the review and consideration of all Liberals. More »
Policy Matters: National Discussions – Online Policy Meeting
July 12, 2010
Read the transcript of the members only policy discussion. More »
Statement from LPC President
May 14, 2010
As the President of the Liberal Party it has not been my practice to issue press statements or give TV interviews. However, earlier this week, a [...] More »
National Women’s Liberal Commission Invites Women to Run for Office
March 8, 2010
TORONTO – In celebration of International Women’s Day, National Women’s Liberal Commission (NWLC) president Nicole Foster Woollatt today announced a reinvigorated national grassroots campaign to invite [...] More »
New National Director
February 6, 2010
On behalf of our Leader Michael Ignatieff and the National Board of Directors, I am pleased to welcome Ian McKay to the position of National Director [...] More »
Liberals launch radio and print ads
January 10, 2010
In light of Stephen Harper’s unjustified shutdown of Parliament, the Liberal Party of Canada today launched a series of radio and print ads, which can be [...] More »

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