Hi There,
I hope you all had a relaxing and happy Canada Day!
Welcome to our month of July NDP newsletter.
We have a busy month ahead. We will be hosting tables at local events. We can use volunteers to greet the public and pass out flyers and “swag”. Please call me or write to me if you can help. Otherwise, in place of a meet and greet this month please stop by and introduce yourself if you are at these events. It would be nice to meet you! Information below.
Local news:
On May 30th the SDSG/Cornwall chapter of the Ontario Health Coalition staged a rally in front of Nolan Quinn’s office, urging the Ontario Government to stop the privatization of healthcare and restore public healthcare services. Approximately 40 people attended the event, showing strong community support for the cause. This gathering was part of a province-wide initiative, with similar demonstrations occurring across Ontario.If you would like a lawn sign to show your support, please contact Elaine MacDonald at 613-330-3117 or Louise Lanctot at 613-932-1943
On June 19, the Social Development Council held a very successful Senior Fair. You can find a list of exhibitors for more information at: https://sdccornwall.ca/2024seniorfair/
Online Training for Election Readiness:
The NDP is offering online training sessions in case we have an early election. This is available to all our members.
Message from NDP: ”As we get ready for a possible election call in the fall, the party is putting on a full calendar of training sessions for the summer. Sign up for anything you think would be helpful and please circulate to volunteers and Riding Association folks you think might be interested.” If you haven’t worked on a campaign before this could be useful!
Save the date:
“NDP in 30” – You are invited to a quick ZOOM chat about what your NDP is doing now. Please join us for a short meeting! When: Wednesday, July 24, 6:30 pm – 7:00 pm Location: Online
Meeting link: https://us04web.zoom.us/j/77227735463?pwd=ObfoNCTuGzsGnrlhsYg0HHQ3gcuyh1.1
Save the Date:
Afro & Diversity Festival – The NDP WILL HOST A TABLE
When: Saturday, July 13, 2024. Time?
Location: Lamoureux Park, Cornwall
This event features music, dance and an array of food vendors
to keep you happy and entertained! We would happily accept volunteers for an hour or so to pass out pamphlets and greet people. Please call Louise Mignault 343-370-5550 or email me: louisemignault@sdsgndp.ca.
Save the Date:
Pride Parade and Celebration – The NDP WILL HOST A TABLE
When: The July 20th parade starts at 11 am from Cornwall Aquatic Centre, followed by a celebration at Lamoureux Park beginning at 12pm. The NDP will have a table at this event and volunteers are welcome. We would happily accept volunteers for an hour or so to pass out pamphlets and greet people. Please call Louise Mignault 343-370-5550 or email me: louisemignault@sdsgndp.ca.
Save the date:
Cornwall Labour Day Picnic hosted by
The Cornwall and District Labour Council When: Monday, September 2, 2024. 11am – 2pm. Location: Lamoureux Park, Cornwall This event offers free food and activities for the whole family.
Save the date:
Akwasasne Powwow
When: Saturday and Sunday, September 7 & 8, 2024, from 10 am.
Location: Lamoureux Park, Cornwall
Save the date:
The SDSG NDP will host Joel Harden on the evening of September 18 at the Royal Canadian Legion—more details to follow next month.
Joel Harden MPP is a Canadian politician who has represented Ottawa Centre in the Legislative Assembly of Ontario since 2018. A member of the Ontario New Democratic Party, Harden is the party’s critic for transit and active transportation.
Provincial news:
1. Rent is going up – again
The province of Ontario allows the highest maximum rent increase for 2025, worsening the affordability crisis.
Continue reading HERE
2. Stiles’ Ontario NDP team ready to hit the ground running with new campaign leadership
TORONTO – Marit Stiles, Ontario NDP leader, has appointed Dave Clark as the party’s Campaign Director for the next provincial campaign.
Clark has had a hand in delivering progressive wins across Canada and in the United Kingdom with the UK Labour Party. He brings a wealth of experience from dozens of campaigns where he helped elect New Democrats in Scarborough, Toronto, Brampton, and in the regions of Ontario where the NDP is looking to make gains in their path to victory.
Continue reading HERE
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Take care & have a great month of July!