“I am shocked by the death sentences passed Monday against 529 people in Minya, Egypt.
New Democrats join with human rights groups and international allies in condemning this mass sentencing, which came after a two-day trial without any possibility of due process. The failure to ensure a fair trial is deeply worrying. The decision must be reversed.
The Government of Canada must urge Egyptian authorities to ensure that the basic human rights of all Egyptians are respected, regardless of partisan affiliation or personal beliefs, and that the rule of law is observed in all cases. The Government must also request that Egyptian authorities drop all charges against Canadian citizen and journalist Mohamed Fahmy.
An effective judicial system, governed by the rule of law and due process, is an essential part of democracy and a prerequisite for lasting stability. New Democrats will continue to oppose the death penalty and call for the respect of democratic principles in Egypt.�
NDP Critic for Canadian Heritage Peter Julian issued the following statement:
"It has come to our attention that a consultant for a federally funded anti-racism project has a disturbing track record of spewing hate speech online against Jewish and francophone communities. This is completely unacceptable. We call on the Minister of Heritage to take drastic action and terminate his contract.
NDP Heritage Critic Peter Julian issued the following statement:
“Today’s announcement by Hockey Canada is another attempt to delay the important and urgent work to deal with the toxic culture in this organization. While a former Supreme Court Justice is a credible appointment to conduct the review into Hockey Canada, this won’t be the first time the organization undergoes this process.
NDP critic for Canadian Heritage, Peter Julian, made the following statement:
“Canadians are horrified by the incidents of sexual assault and by what they’re hearing from Hockey Canada. They are left with many questions about how this toxic culture is allowed to persist in our sports organizations and what the government is actually doing to ensure this doesn’t happen again.