PRESS RELEASE FROM THE GREEN PARTY OF ONTARIO | OCTOBER 5, 2011
Toronto, Ontario – With the election only a day away, the Green Party of Ontario is asking voters to vote Green to send a message to Queen’s Park that politics as usual is just not working.
“In the leaders’ debate, we saw nothing new from the old line parties,” said Schreiner. “Notably absent were issues critical to Ontario communities, like stopping the Melanchton Mega-quarry, rebuilding our local economies while tackling climate change and protecting clean air, water and farmland. If they can’t be bothered to talk about these issues in the debate, it is unlikely they will make them a priority at Queen’s Park” Read the rest of this entry »
PRESS RELEASE | September 29, 2011
COBOURG, Ontario – Local Green Party of Ontario candidate JUDY TORRIE SMITH (Northumberland Quinte-West) announced the Green Party’s plan to reform the Ontario Electoral system to ensure that special interests take a back seat to the priorities of Ontarians. Read the rest of this entry »
A Preview of the Next Queen’s Park?
The following is a message from Craig Cantin, Deputy Executive Director, GPO
Fellow supporters,
Last night’s televised leader’s debate was a preview of what Queen’s Park can look like for the next four years.
Did you hear any of the participating party leader’s talk about energy conservation? How about the proposed mega-quarry that will destroy pristine farmland the size of 1/3 of Toronto? What about more than a single line on the reckless cost of nuclear power? Even a word about establishing a smart, fair, equitable school board system?
No? Me neither.
Throughout this campaign, we have been clear: Green MPPs at Queen’s Park is the most effective way the issues in our 5-point plan will be advanced. We are the only party that will address concerns about creating jobs, building a strong economy, tackling climate change and balancing our provincial budget with modern solutions instead of using ideas from the past century. Last night’s debate is proof positive that the legacy parties will not speak to these issues.
This week’s opinion polls (Abacus Data and EKOS) shows that we are gradually building strength heading into the home stretch. With eight days remaining, we can push hard and continue this momentum right until Election Day.
Your help, through a final election contribution to the Green Party, is essential.
We want to make a special effort during the final week in our key ridings with increased canvassing and placing our radio ads on the air. We have run a tight fiscal ship during this campaign, and have only spent what we have. Through your financial support today, you can help make that key strategic difference.
Thank you for your financial support.
Craig Cantin
Deputy Executive Director
Green Party of Ontario
Toronto, Ontario – Green Party of Ontario Leader, Mike Schreiner, penned an open letter to Ontarians today. Despite public outcry, the Green Party of Ontario was excluded from the provincial leader’s debate.
“I would have welcomed the chance to go head to head with the other Leaders,” says Schreiner. “As a small business owner who grew up on a farm, I know first-hand how to create jobs and responsibly manage our financial and natural resources. Greens are tackling the tough issues with straight talk and sensible, long-term solutions that need to be heard in the debate.”
The Green Party is running a full slate of 107 candidates in every riding in the province in this election. The Green Platform, released before the other parties’, tackles the major challenges facing Ontario today, with a long-term perspective that secures our children’s future.
The televised Leader’s debate is next Tuesday, Sept. 27, 2011
Unfortunately, the old parties are too afraid to let Mike speak. They know the Green Party provides an option for real change. Just look at our platform and see that we have comprehensive plans and not just sound bites, with fresh ideas that focus on making Ontario successful today, tomorrow and for years to come.
What: Raise Green Voices: Rally with Green Party Leader Mike Schreiner
When: Tuesday, September 27
Time: 6:30 pm
Where: Downtown Toronto, exact location to be announced
MEDIA ALERT | September 20, 2011
What: Green Party candidate, Judy Smith Torrie will be handing out White Spruce saplings while greeting and meeting citizens of and visitors to Cobourg.
Where and When: The event will take place in front of her campaign office at 37 King St. W., at 2:45 p.m. on Wednesday, September 21st. Read the rest of this entry »
GPO Leader Mike Schreiner reaffirms commitment to prioritizing grid access for local energy projects
MEDIA RELEASE | Thursday, September 15, 2011
Today, Green Party of Ontario Leader, Mike Schreiner, announced the Green Party’s plan to prioritize local energy projects while touring an Alliston farm that is home to Simcoe County’s largest solar installation.
“Local solar projects like this one highlight why scrapping green energy is bad for our communities,” said Schreiner “The Green Party’s plan for a community FIT and microFIT program benefits our local economy by generating income for farmers, businesses and home owners. Local renewable energy projects create jobs that keep money in our communities while producing energy without pollution.” Read the rest of this entry »
MEDIA RELEASE | Wednesday, September 14, 2011
The Heart and Stroke Foundation is launching the Healthy Candidates campaign (www.HealthyCandidates.ca) to encourage all candidates to “go healthy” this election. This means candidates must agree to the Healthy Candidate commitment to have the government invest more to promote and support better health in Ontario. Read the rest of this entry »
MEDIA ALERT | September 14, 2011
What: Green Party candidate, Judy Smith Torrie will be hosting the Green Party of Ontario Leader, Mike Schreiner. Mr. Schreiner will be visiting Judy Smith Torrie campaign headquarters, visiting the Paul Burnham Family Farm and solar installation, visiting a local solar project, and meeting with Cobourg Mayor Gil Brocanier. Read the rest of this entry »
MEDIA RELEASE | September 14, 2011
Judy Smith Torrie, Northumberland Qunite-West Green candidate, along with Green Team, are preparing to ‘spruce up’ the riding. While others are talking about what they plan to do for the riding, Judy and her team are already doing something positive.
Her Team is preparing to hand out White Spruce saplings at various events throughout the riding. “We take so much out of the environment,” says campaign team memeber Bonnie McCool “its time we did something positive to give back!” Read the rest of this entry »
