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Broadbent calls on Canadians to stand up against inequality, demand government action
TORONTO—Ed Broadbent is calling on Canadians to take action on income inequality. During a speech last night to a packed room of Economic Inequality.ca supporters in Toronto, the Broadbent Institute founder challenged Canadians to demand leadership from their governments in reducing inequality...
Canadians to share how Jack Layton's vision lives on
OTTAWA- A new social media initiative provides a forum for Canadians to share how Jack Layton's message of love, hope, and optimism lives on.
Spearheaded by the Broadbent Institute, the Dear Jack initiative is supported by the Layton family and people across the country.
"Jack showed...
Social Media Campaign Invites Canadians to Share How Jack Layton’s Vision Lives On
OTTAWA -- To celebrate the continued strength of Jack Layton’s vision in the lives of Canadians, the Broadbent Institute is spearheading a social media campaign.
DearJack.ca, the campaign’s primary platform, will go live tomorrow, July 25, the day Layton stepped down as Leader of the...
Majority think income inequality undermines Canadian values: New Poll
Nine out of ten Canadians think reducing income inequality should be a government priority
OTTAWA - Canadians want action on income inequality and they are willing to do their part, suggests a new poll conducted by Environics Research for the Broadbent Institute. Over three-quarters of...
Progressive think-tank to lead the way with new ideas
VANCOUVER - Former New Democrat Party leader Ed Broadbent announced the launch of the Broadbent Institute today. The progressive think-tank will focus on developing social democratic ideas for the 21st century and training the next generation of campaigners and activists.
"My friends, it's...
