REGINA - In light of the recent remarks of family doctors protesting the Government of Saskatchewan’s approach to COVID-19, Opposition Leader Ryan Meili called on the Government to stem the exodus of Saskatchewan physicians and create a health workforce strategy.
NDP proposes Provincial Gas Price Relief Program to give working families a break
REGINA - In light of the soaring gas prices caused by the global economic uncertainty surrounding the events of Ukraine, Official Opposition Finance Critic Trent Wotherspoon called on the Government of Saskatchewan to develop a Provincial Gas Price Relief Program to provide relief to Saskatchewan people currently struggling with the rising cost of fuel.
NDP: Leverage international trade offices, organizations, and missions to target Russian markets
“We must be united in our full support for the people of Ukraine. All options must be on the table.”
REGINA - In light of today’s escalation against civilian targets and human rights atrocities committed by Russian forces, Official Opposition Critic for Finance Trent Wotherspoon called on the Government of Saskatchewan to maximize economic pressure on the Putin regime and increase supports to urgently resettle Ukrainian refugees.
Statement from Official Opposition Leader Ryan Meili
Today I’m asking the New Democratic Party of Saskatchewan to hold a leadership race. When a new leader is selected, I will step aside to make room for that new voice.
I am very grateful for the support, first and foremost of my family. Mahli, Abe and Gus have been beside me through the good times and the bad. I am thankful to the voters of Saskatoon Meewasin and to NDP members for their support. And I’m encouraged to see so many, as recent polls are showing, who are seeing through the deception of the Sask. Party and turning to support our party, who are seeking a better vision for Saskatchewan’s future.
NDP: Cell coverage essential in paving path towards reconciliation
REGINA - Today, Critic for First Nations and Métis Relations Betty Nippi-Albright and Critic for Sasktel Trent Wotherspoon were joined by leaders from Ministikwan Lake Cree Nation, the Meadow Lake Tribal Council, and the Federation of Sovereign First Nations to call attention to the complete lack of cell coverage in their communities.
Sask NDP calls for comprehensive housing and poverty reduction strategy
Critic releases emergency consultation tour final report on the housing crisis
REGINA - Following an emergency consultation tour on Saskatchewan income support programs and the housing crisis in Saskatchewan, Social Services and Housing Critic Meara Conway released a solutions-based report on her findings and called for a comprehensive housing and poverty reduction strategy.