Libby asks for urgent action to create a national organ donor registry

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Posted on 2013.06.4

Libby asks for urgent action to create a national organ donor registry

House of Commons

HANSARD

June 3, 2013

Ms. Libby Davies (Vancouver East, NDP):

Mr. Speaker, desperate Canadians are heading overseas to buy organs on the black market only to see these organs fail when they come back home. They end up in hospital and tragically some have died. As we have debated in the House, unfortunately this is not a new situation.

After seven years in power, why is the government still dragging its feet on the critical need for a national registry for organ transplants?

Hon. Leona Aglukkaq (Minister of Health, Minister of the Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency and Minister for the Arctic Council, CPC):

Mr. Speaker, our government is absolutely playing a leadership role when it comes to establishing a registry. We are working with various organizations, like Hélène Campbell’s initiatives, to establish a registry for individuals who want to make an organ donation. It will be the first of its kind in this country.

NDP’s Statement on National Aboriginal History Month

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Posted on 2013.06.3

NDP’s Statement on National Aboriginal History Month

National Aboriginal History Month is a chance to bring First Nations, Inuit and Métis history to the forefront – a time to celebrate the diverse cultures of the Aboriginal peoples in Canada.

Since the House of Commons first proclaimed National Aboriginal History Month on June 3rd, 2009 as the result of an NDP motion, the response from Canadians has been incredible.

It seems that many felt we were missing an opportunity to mark both an important aspect of our history and to do something tangible to move towards real reconciliation with Aboriginal peoples in Canada.

From teachers, to libraries, to artists and even to the Toronto Police Services; communities across the country are finding ways to celebrate National Aboriginal History Month and reflect on the many contributions of Aboriginal peoples.

On behalf of all New Democrats, I would like to take this opportunity to wish all Canadians, particularly First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples a wonderful National Aboriginal History Month.

Watch my interview with Vancouver Breakfast Television

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Watch my interview with Vancouver Breakfast Television

Originally appeared May 23, 2019

STATEMENT BY STATUS OF WOMEN CRITIC NIKI ASHTON AND JUSTICE CRITIC FRANÇOISE BOIVIN ON THE DEATH OF HENRY MORGENTALER

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Posted on 2013.05.29

STATEMENT BY STATUS OF WOMEN CRITIC NIKI ASHTON AND JUSTICE CRITIC FRANÇOISE BOIVIN ON THE DEATH OF HENRY MORGENTALER

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
May 29, 2013

Today, we lost a great man, Doctor Henry Morgentaler. We extend our deepest sympathies to his family and loved ones.

We salute his courage, perseverance and dedication. He gave help to many women, and thanks to his actions, they were free to exercise their fundamental right to choose for themselves.

Dr. Morgentaler was honoured with the Order of Canada for his tireless efforts over nearly half a century – putting his life and freedom at risk – so that Canadian women could have access to safe abortion services.

25 years ago, the Supreme Court ruled in his favour, declaring the old abortion law unconstitutional. Unfortunately, even today, access to abortion remains unequal and we must remain vigilant against repeated attempts to roll back this right.  

New Democrats will continue to defend a woman’s right to choose.

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