Remembrance Day Statement from the Modern Commons Party of Canada.
Today, we pause to honour the courage, sacrifice, and unwavering service of the men and women who have defended Canada in times of war, conflict, and peacekeeping.
Relief Today, Reform Tomorrow: Our Take on Budget 2025
The 2025 federal budget offers short-term relief for Canadians, but it falls short of the long-term reform our country needs.
Statement from the Modern Commons Party on Indigenous Language Education in Canada
The Modern Commons Party applauds Premier Wab Kinew and the Government of Manitoba for launching new Cree and Ojibway language programs at the University Colleges of the North and the University of Winnipeg respectively, an important step toward preserving and revitalizing Indigenous languages in Canada. This initiative reflects a commitment to cultural respect, reconciliation, and intergenerational learning that all provinces should strive to follow.
Modern Commons Responds to the Liberal Bail Reform Bill
The Modern Commons Party welcomes the government’s recognition that Canada’s bail system needs reform. The Liberal bill takes a step in the right direction by addressing repeat violent offences and intimate partner violence — but it doesn’t go far enough to make the system smarter, fairer, or more effective.
Modern Commons Party Statement: Strong Support for Key Federal Initiatives Planned for Budget
The Modern Commons Party of Canada applauds today’s announcements by Prime Minister Mark Carney on initiatives designed to make life more affordable and accessible for Canadians. These programs; the automatic tax filing system, renewal of the Canada Strong Pass for the holidays and 2026 and the permanent funding of the National School Food Program; reflect practical, inclusive policy that aligns closely with the values of the Modern Commons Party.
Statement from the Modern Commons Party of Canada on the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
On September 30th, Canadians come together to reflect on the lasting impacts of residential schools and honour the survivors, their families, and the children who never returned home. The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation is not only a day of remembrance but also a call to action — to listen, to learn, and to commit ourselves to building a better future rooted in respect and understanding.
Modern Commons Statement on Canada Post Service Cuts
The Modern Commons Party is deeply concerned about the planned Canada Post changes, including the closure of local post offices and the elimination of home delivery. These cuts threaten the accessibility, affordability, and fairness of a service that millions of Canadians rely on every day.
Statement from the Modern Commons Party on the Ontario College Support Staff Strike
The Modern Commons Party expresses its full solidarity with the more than 10,000 full-time college support staff across Ontario who have gone on strike as of September 11. These workers have been negotiating with the College Employer Council since June, seeking a contract that protects student supports, guarantees job security, and restores stability to the post secondary system.
Modern Commons Party Response to Proposed “Stand on Guard” Legislation.
At the Modern Commons Party, we believe that in the unfortunate situation where a person must defend their family or property from an intruder or other aggressive individual, every reasonable action should be on the table. Canadians should never have to worry about being charged or prosecuted simply for acting in defence of their loved ones.
Modern Commons Party Statement on Wildfires in Northern Manitoba
The Modern Commons Party is calling for immediate and equitable federal response to the wildfire crisis unfolding in Northern Manitoba, where several First Nations, including Pimicikamak Cree Nation, Mathias Colomb, Garden Hill, and Nisichawayasihk Cree Nation (NCN), have faced mass evacuations under increasingly dangerous conditions.
Modern Commons Party Statement on Canada’s Recognition of Palestine, and the Need for a Ceasefire and Arms Embargo
This week, Prime Minister Mark Carney announced that Canada will formally recognize the State of Palestine during the United Nations General Assembly in September 2025. This decision, while conditional on a commitment to democratic reforms by the Palestinian Authority—including elections without Hamas and meaningful steps toward demilitarization—is a long overdue and necessary move in Canada’s foreign policy. The Modern Commons Party fully supports this shift. But we also believe recognition alone is not enough.
On Canadian Humanitarian Aid Access to Gaza
The Modern Commons Party is calling for the immediate and secure delivery of Canadian humanitarian aid into Gaza. With each day of delay, lives are at risk—and Canada must ensure our support reaches the people it’s intended for.
On Prime Minister Carney’s Comments Regarding Tariffs in Canada–U.S. Trade Negotiations
The Modern Commons Party of Canada is deeply concerned by Prime Minister Mark Carney’s recent statement acknowledging that tariffs are “almost certain” in any future trade deal with the United States. This revelation, following closely on the heels of Canada’s withdrawal of the Digital Services Tax (DST), signals a troubling shift in Canada’s approach to defending its economic sovereignty.
Modern Commons Party Responds to U.S. Letter on Wildfire Smoke: “Try Breathing Through Your Own Entitlement”
The Modern Commons Party is firing back at a recent letter sent by U.S. Congress members to Ambassador Kirsten Hillman, demanding answers from Canada over wildfire smoke drifting into the United States. The Party is calling the letter self-centred, uninformed, and emblematic of the broader failure to take climate change seriously.
Modern Commons Party Statement on the CN Tower Lockout
The Modern Commons Party stands with the workers at the CN Tower who are facing a lockout by their employer, Canada Lands Company. Every worker deserves fair wages, respect on the job, and a voice at the bargaining table—whether they work in tourism, transportation, or any other sector.
Canada Day Statement from the Modern Commons Party of Canada
Today, we celebrate Canada—not as a flawless nation, but as a community always striving to be better. Canada Day is a time to reflect on who we are, where we come from, and the country we hope to build together.
On the Delay of Canada’s 2025 Federal Budget.
The Modern Commons Party is voicing serious concern about the federal government’s decision to delay the 2025 federal budget until after the summer parliamentary break. In a time of rising costs, global instability, and growing uncertainty at home, Canadians expect — and deserve — leadership that is transparent, accountable, and proactive.
Housing Can’t Come at the Cost of Nature: Modern Commons on Ontario’s Bill 23
The Modern Commons Party of Canada respects that housing is a provincial responsibility—but federal leaders must not remain silent when development comes at the cost of Canada’s natural heritage. Ontario’s Bill 23, the “More Homes Built Faster Act,” aims to address the urgent housing crisis. That goal is important, and it’s one we share. Every Canadian deserves access to affordable, safe housing. But the tools we use to get there matter—and Bill 23 raises red flags.
Modern Commons Statement on the Potential Canada Post Strike
As Canadians brace for the possibility of a Canada Post strike, the Modern Commons Party is calling for a balanced and practical approach—one that respects workers’ rights while ensuring continued access to essential services for all Canadians.