Political Showdown Looms in Canada

IAM Canadian General Vice President Dave Ritchie is urging all members to show their support for a new Coalition government, and join in the fight to do away with Prime Minister Stephen Harper’s complete disregard for the economic welfare of the Canadian people.

Members in Canada are encouraged to take part in a series of rallies being held today and Saturday throughout the country.

“The Canadian government, as it currently stands, has proven its distinct inability to lead the Canadian people,” says Ritchie. “Instead of focusing on our needs and taking the steps necessary to buffer Canada’s economy during this global economic meltdown, Harper’s Conservatives have launched a cynical and partisan attack on our workers and communities.

“The Canadian people deserve better. We deserve a government willing to invest in jobs and the future of our people. That’s why I am urging IAM members to mobilize and show their support for the Coalition and the campaign to take backing our government,” says Ritchie.

A new Coalition government, made of Liberals and New Democrats with the support of the Bloc Quebecois, is prepared to work together and put the concerns of the Canadian people first. Parliament is scheduled to take a confidence vote on whether to oust the Conservative government Monday. While there is a strong possibility the minority Conservatives will be defeated, a strong show of support for a Coalition government is important.

Click here for a list of Coalition rallies being held throughout Canada today and Saturday. Also, Canadian members can click here to send their Member of Parliament a message telling them to support a Coalition government.