PART B: You are required to explain your political party’s position on the following issues:
Aboriginal Issues (MMIW, treaty rights)
The green party’s stance on Aboriginal Issues (MMIW, treaty rights) promises to implement every call of missing and murdered indigenous women, supports rulings for better health care services and practices regarding cleaner water services, proper education,
Healthcare (Assisted Suicide, Mental Health, elderly care)
Expand public health care to include pharmacare, establishing a Crown corporation to bulk purchase and dispense prescription drugs and providing much-needed coverage to the one in three Canadians forced to pay for prescription medication.
Include basic dental care in our national coverage.
Extend dental care to low-income children.
Fund non-institutionalized, community-based support for substance-abuse prevention and rehabilitation programs.
Create a national drug reduction strategy and develop more safe injection sites.
Regulate the distribution of pharmaceuticals prescribed by doctors to track and prevent dangerous levels of over-medication and prevent opioid addiction.
Develop national healthcare guidelines that incentivize active lifestyles as well as healthy diets and choices.
Treat drug addiction as a public health issue, not a felony.
Childcare (i.e. affordable daycare)
The Ontario Green Party's program for the 2022 election campaign features its commitment to implement child care at a cost of $10 per day and to pay Early Childcare Educators a beginning wage of $25 per hour.
Economy (taxes, trade, job programs)
“Greens will retrieve funds hidden in offshore tax havens by requiring companies to prove their foreign affiliates are actual functioning businesses for tax purposes” trying to bridge the gap between the wealthy and poor
Environment (climate change, science, energy)
We believe that the ongoing rise in global consumption, population, and material inequality must be stopped and reversed in order to achieve sustainability and to meet the demands of the present and future generations within the limits of the earth's resources.
Foreign Affairs (i.e. trade)
“It’s time to renegotiate trade agreements to include environmental and human rights commitments.” Green Party international trade critic and candidate for re-election in Nanaimo-Ladysmith, Paul Manly, said that the Green Party will support fair and equitable trade and trade agreements that enshrine human rights, labour rights, consumer standards, health and safety standards and environmental protections. “We are very disappointed in the current international trade and investment agreements that Canada has signed,” said Mr. Manly.
Social Issues (poverty, unemployment, housing…)
a just organization of the world and a stable world economy which will close the widening gap between rich and poor, both within and between countries; balance the flow of resources from South to North; and lift the burden of debt on poor countries which prevents their development.
the eradication of poverty, as an ethical, social, economic, and ecological imperative
the elimination of illiteracy
a new vision of citizenship built on equal rights for all individuals regardless of gender, race, age, religion, class, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, disability, wealth or health
do one for conservative party of canada
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The Conservative Party of Canada believes in taking action to address the issue of missing and murdered Indigenous women, including implementing measures to prevent violence and provide support to families. The party also recognizes the importance of respecting treaty rights and commitments to Indigenous communities.
Healthcare (Assisted Suicide, Mental Health, elderly care)
The Conservative Party supports increased funding for mental health services and addressing the needs of the elderly population. The party also believes in respecting the rights of individuals when it comes to assisted suicide, while also ensuring appropriate safeguards are in place.
Childcare (i.e. affordable daycare)
The Conservative Party of Canada believes in providing support for families through the introduction of a tax credit for childcare expenses, rather than implementing a national affordable daycare program.
Economy (taxes, trade, job programs)
The Conservative Party advocates for lower taxes, reduced government spending and regulations, and promoting free trade agreements to stimulate economic growth and job creation. They also support job training programs to help Canadians develop the skills needed for the workforce.
Environment (climate change, science, energy)
The Conservative Party acknowledges the importance of protecting the environment, but believes in balancing environmental protection with economic growth. They support initiatives that promote clean energy development and sustainable practices, while also prioritizing job creation.
Foreign Affairs (i.e. trade)
The Conservative Party supports free trade agreements that benefit Canadian businesses and workers, while also advocating for fair and reciprocal trade deals. They prioritize Canadian interests in foreign affairs and believe in promoting Canadian values on the international stage.
Social Issues (poverty, unemployment, housing…)
The Conservative Party of Canada aims to address social issues such as poverty, unemployment, and housing by promoting economic growth and job creation. They believe in providing targeted support for those in need, while also encouraging self-sufficiency and individual responsibility.