Libby asks the Conservative government to invest in public health

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Libby asks the Conservative government to invest in public health

House of Commons

HANSARD

March 25, 2014

Ms. Libby Davies (Vancouver East, NDP):

Mr. Speaker, the minister’s assurances ring hollow as she cuts $32 million from the Public Health Agency and eliminates 500 employees across the country.

The Public Health Agency of Canada was set up to respond to national emergencies. Today’s possible Ebola case in Saskatchewan is a reminder of the serious illnesses that Canadians can face.

Given these deep cuts, how does the government plan to deal with public health emergencies in the future?

Hon. Rona Ambrose (Minister of Health, CPC):

Mr. Speaker, the Public Health Agency of Canada is very well funded and very well equipped to manage any of the emerging public health emergencies that we have dealt with in the last number of years. Of course, it was our government that brought the Public Health Agency of Canada into existence. I ask the member not to, in any way, fear monger on the issue of Ebola, because we did confirm this morning that there is no Ebola virus in Saskatoon.

CONSERVATIVES UNDERMINING PUBLIC HEATLH CARE

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CONSERVATIVES UNDERMINING PUBLIC HEATLH CARE

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March 24, 2014

OTTAWA – With the 2004 Health Care Accord set to expire in one week, New Democrats are pressing the Conservative government to show leadership and work with provinces and territories to improve our public health care system.

“The new funding formula that the Conservatives unilaterally adopted two years ago is threatening one of the most prized public services for Canadians,” said Health critic Libby Davies (Vancouver – East).

Instead of negotiating a new Health Accord, Conservatives are downloading heath care costs onto the provinces and turning their backs on a system that Canadians have relied on for generations. As a result, we will see increased disparities across the country—longer wait times, reduced-front-line services, and lack of access to home and long term care.

“This is simply unacceptable. The government has a responsibility to ensure quality health care for all of its citizens,” added Deputy critic Dany Morin (Chicoutimi – Le Fjord).

NDP concerned politics will interfere in keeping Insite open

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NDP concerned politics will interfere in keeping Insite open

VANCOUVER (NEWS1130) – Vancouver’s safe injection site is waiting on Ottawa to renew their exemption from the Controlled Drug and Substances Act once again, but the Federal NDP health critic is concerned politics will get in the way of keeping the doors open. Even though the Supreme Court of Canada ruled in 2011 Ottawa must allow the safe injection site to continue operating, Vancouver-East Member of Parliament Libby Davies says recent political moves have her worried. “I guess I’m keeping my fingers crossed that the tremendous support that insite has is enough to be able to convince the Federal Government if they try to close down Insite they will have massive opposition on their hands.” Davies believes the Conservative Government isn’t even aware of how many lives have been saved by having nurses supervise injectable drug use on the Downtown East Side. Libby Davies says the proposed Respect for Communities Act introduced in October, along with the Conservative’s online petition coined “Keep heroin out of our backyards,” have her worried.“ The Conservatives have really politicized this issue. This is basically a health service to stop people from dying from overdoses, and help people get the treatment and the help they need. It’s that basic, it’s that straightforward,” says Davies.

The original article, NDP concerned politics will interfere in keeping Insite open was published on March 15, 2014 in News1130. Author(s): Sara Norman

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The Canadian Coalition for Genetic Fairness applauds Libby’s Private Members Bill to stop Genetic Discrimination 2012.10.3 ,
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Public Inquiry Only Acceptable Course of Action 2010.08.20
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International Day Against Homophobia and Transphobia 2010.05.17 ,
Libby Davies Named NDP Spokesperson for Housing And Homelessness 2010.05.7 , ,
National Day of Mourning 2010.04.28 ,
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Libby’s call for an apology 2010.02.12
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Libby takes on the 2010 hunger strike relay to end homelessness 2010.01.10 ,
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Libby and the NDP work to block the HST 2009.12.2 ,
Parliamentary Delegation to Palestine Report Released 2009.11.26 ,
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Combating Human Trafficking 2009.10.15
Parliament passes Libby’s Bill for a National Housing Strategy 2009.10.1 , , , ,
Federal Conservatives cannot hide from HST deal 2009.08.27 , ,
NDP MPs URGE HALT TO IRAQ WAR RESISTER DEPORTATION 2009.08.17 , ,
THE COMMUNITY AND THE PORT 2009.06.25 ,
Rally to save MAP Van 2009.06.23 , ,
Liberals join Conservatives to pass heavy handed drug bill 2009.06.15 , ,
Libby and the NDP call on Ignatieff to support housing Bill 2009.06.15 , , , ,
Members of Parliament urge Ministers to halt deportation 2009.06.2 ,
Olympic Hopes Dashed for Homeless 2009.03.20 , , ,
Libby Davies Puts Housing Crisis on National Agenda 2009.02.10 , , , , , ,
Libby Davies Welcomes B.C. Supreme Court Decision on Medical Marijuana 2009.02.5 , ,
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Vancouver Consumers Gouged at Pumps as Profits Increase 2008.04.29
Summer Jobs for Students Axed 2008.04.11 ,
Libby Davies Appointed Federal NDP Labour Critic 2008.04.11 ,
Davies Rejects Report Attacking Safe Injection Site 2008.03.5 ,
Budget Extends Agenda that Fails Working Families: Corporate tax giveaways outstrip new funding 6 to 1 2008.02.26 , , ,
Davies Welcomes Ruling on Medical Marijuana 2008.02.11 ,
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NDP Wins Emergency Debate on HIV/AIDS in Vancouver East: MPs Will Debate Conservatives’ Failing Drug Strategy for Aboriginal Communities 2008.02.7 , , ,
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NDP MPs Applaud Wage Earner Protection Program 2007.12.17 , ,
Comments on Missing Women Trial 2007.12.7 , , ,
Libby Davies Recognized for Achievement in Drug Policy at International Conference 2007.12.7 ,
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Failed US Style Drug Policy Wrong for Everyday Canadians 2007.10.4 , ,
60 Years of Justice for Chinese Canadians: Reflecting on the 60th Anniversary of Repealing the Chinese Exclusion Act 2007.05.14 , ,
Libby Davies Defends InSite 2007.05.3 , , ,
Safe and Fair Working Conditions Are Equally Important to Canada as the Transport of Goods 2007.04.17 ,
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Liberals Join Conservatives to Kill Labour Bill 2007.03.22 ,
NDP MPs Say Budget Fails Vancouver 2007.03.20 , , , , ,
16 Vancouver Elected Representatives Speak Out on Sullivan’s Project Civil City 2007.03.15
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Statement on Missing Women Murder Trial 2007.01.22 , ,
NDP Environmental Agenda Receives “Green” Light in Vancouver East 2007.01.11 ,
Libby and the NDP for a National Minimum Wage 2006.10.31 ,
NDP to Harper: Stop Ignoring Women; Equal Pay for Equal Work 2006.09.22 , ,
NDP MPs Call for an Inquiry into Canada’s Foreign Worker Program 2006.09.20 , ,
NDP Accuses Clement of Looking for Excuses to Kill InSite 2006.09.1 , ,
Libby Davies Calls for Immediate Renewal of Health Canada Exemption to Save Safe Injection Site 2006.08.11 , ,
NDP MPs Call for Inquiry into Canadian Deaths in Lebanon 2006.07.31
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NDP to Cannon: Air Safety Must Come First 2006.05.19 , , ,
NDP calls on Prime Minister to Meet His Promise for Redress for Chinese Head Tax Payers and Their Families 2006.05.10 ,
Corporate Tax Cuts Won’t Help Working Families 2006.05.3 , , , ,
NDP MPs Launch Anti-Scab Bill on May Day 2006.05.1 ,
NDP Demands Gender Equality in the House of Commons 2006.04.10 ,
Libby Davies Re-Appointed House Leader 2006.02.16
BC NDP MPs and MLAs Call for a Review of the Sale of Teresen Gas While the Softwood Crisis Remains Unresolved 2005.11.23 ,
NDP Calls on Government to Provide Fair Deal for Chinese Head Tax Payers 2005.11.21 ,
Parliamentary Compromise Will Get Things Done 2005.11.17
No Fly List in Canada Will Lead to Increased Racial Profiling: Opposition MPs Speak Out on the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination 2005.03.21 ,
Racial Profiling on the Rise: Davies 2004.11.18 ,
Action Needed on Missing Women 2004.10.4 , , ,
Contradictory Pot Laws in Need of Immediate Reform 2004.09.13 ,
Once Again Accountability in Short Supply at the Federal Level 2004.08.27 , ,
NDP Launches Set of Bold Initiatives to Eliminate Racial Profiling 2004.02.12 ,
Libby Davies Presents Plans to Reunite More Families in Canada 2003.10.30 ,
Davies Points Finger at Prime Minister-in-Waiting Paul Martin for BC Governments’ Welfare Time Limits 2003.10.20 ,
Libby Succeeds: Parliamentary Committee to Review Sex Trade Laws 2003.02.9 , ,
Police Raids Won’t Solve Homelessness 2002.09.26 , ,
Federal Solicitation Laws Put Sex Trade Workers at Risk 2002.09.18 , ,

Speaking out against Canada Post cuts – Libby Davies

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Speaking out against Canada Post cuts

House of Commons

HANSARD

February 27, 2014

Ms. Libby Davies (Vancouver East, NDP):

Mr. Speaker, I and my colleague from Vancouver-Kingsway recently hosted a community forum, where we heard from hundreds of constituents and concerned citizens about how upset they are about Canada Post ending home delivery. They wanted to know why the Conservative government is not standing up for them.

They applauded that Vancouver City Council has unanimously called on Canada Post to suspend the cancellation of home delivery.

We heard loud and clear the safety concerns, the impact on small businesses, seniors and people with disabilities.

People expressed strong support for their letter carriers, who play a critical role in keeping our neighbourhoods safe. My 93-year-old mother Margaret supports her letter carrier. Margaret knows there is no evidence to eliminate this important service.

It is a further erosion of public services driven by a political agenda.

Our community has joined with many others across Canada who say no to the elimination of home delivery.

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