Island New Democrat Virtual AGM a Success: Alward

By NDP PEI | December 1, 2020

Jason Alward, President of the Island New Democrats, is pleased to report the success of a COVID-19 modified annual Party meeting held virtually by Zoom Saturday, November 28, 2020.  Executive and members adjusted well to this safe, socially distanced AGM. “All necessary Party business was successfully carried out, including executive reports, resolutions and the election…

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Re: Javan

By NDP PEI | September 9, 2020

You may have noticed the name Javan Nsangira in the news lately. Javan  was arrested July 15 by Charlottetown police and is one of only two people in Canada to be jailed for breaking quarantine protocol. While others have only received fines, Javan, a Black International student has been jailed for almost 2 months. This…

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Racism Exists Around (and in) Me

By Joe Byrne | June 9, 2020

Friday June 5 was exhilarating; being part of the Black Lives Matter protest, joining with thousands of Islanders to listen to the experience of racism and commit to acting to eliminate racism in our community. Islanders can be grateful to the Black Cultural Society who organized the biggest protest ever held on PEI. The message…

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