BC Greens

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The Green Party of Canada is calling on progressive Canadian parties to set aside partisan differences and unite in addressing the issues that matter most to Canadians. We're ready to discuss building a more democratic future, let's make it happen. #CommonGround

[Elizabeth May] Hey it's Elizabeth May. Co-leader of the Green Party of Canada. Here with Jonathan Pedneault, co-leader of the Green Party of Canada.

We've just come from a press conference where we have made a public challenge to the other leaders of the parties that call themselves progressives.

If you want to cooperate before the next election, we're ready. We wanna sit down and talk about it.

We need to give Canadians a parliament that speaks to your values and your concerns.

[Jonathan Pedneault] The answer to what's happening in the US is not less democracy, it's more democracy.

We've been asking for electoral reform for so many years. Trudeau let us down, but quite frankly, this election we need to collaborate strong progressive voices, and more democracy in Ottawa would do us wonders.

Lək̓ʷəŋən [LEKWUNGEN] TERRITORY / VICTORIA B.C. – B.C. Green Leader, Sonia Furstenau released the following statement on the passing of the Honourable John Horgan.

“I am deeply saddened to hear of John Horgan’s passing today,” said Furstenau. “John dedicated his life to serving our province. He loved British Columbia and its people dearly. Under his leadership, B.C. saw the introduction of UNDRIP, $10-a-day childcare, the Clean BC climate plan, and many other initiatives and policies that were focused on long-term solutions for the province.

“My thoughts are with his family and loved ones as they process this terrible loss.”

Former B.C. Green MLA Adam Olsen also reflected on Premier Horgan’s leadership.

“John Horgan will be remembered as a leader who worked hard every day for the people of B.C. John was steadfast in his belief that the government can work better to put people first. B.C. is a better place for having had him as Premier.

“I extend my sincere condolences to his family, friends and former colleagues.”

Furstenau said comments made by some B.C. Conservative candidates who won their ridings are truly disturbing, including racist, dehumanizing, homophobic and conspiratorial statements.