IWD 2014: “Equality for Women is Progress for All”
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IWD 2014: “Equality for Women is Progress for All”

For over a century, March 8 has been the international day to honour the women in all countries who strive to achieve full equality. On IWD 2014, the Communist Party of Canada sends our warmest greetings to all women in the fight against poverty, austerity, violence, misogyny and war. As the United Nations has declared…

B.C. Communists slam ferry service cuts
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B.C. Communists slam ferry service cuts

“The decision by the British Columbia Liberal government and the BC Ferry Corp. to slash services on many so‑called `minor routes’, and to eliminate free sailings during Monday to Thursday each week for seniors, will cause enormous hardships to the people of this province, while bringing paltry benefits to taxpayers. In fact, these cutbacks will…

Communist Party Condemns Attack on Canada Post
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Communist Party Condemns Attack on Canada Post

The Communist Party of Canada joins with the labour movement and its community allies in condemning the federal government’s unilateral decision to eliminate home delivery, raise postal rates, and cut thousands of jobs. While the “restructuring” announcement was made by Canada Post Corporation, these measures are orchestrated by the Harper Tories, as part of their…

Down with the Omnibus Bill C-4!
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Down with the Omnibus Bill C-4!

  The Communist Party of Canada strongly condemns the new omnibus Bill C‑4 to implement elements of the March 2013 Conservative budget, changing many laws and containing an array of measures, including a fierce attack against the right to strike in the public service. In particular, this bill now gives the government, as an employer,…