Craig Scott Gets Down To Work

Toronto-Danforth residents Jocelyne Allen and Todd Ferguson chat with newly elected MP Craig Scott at Red Rocket Coffee. Photo by Francis Crescia.

Recently elected Toronto-Danforth MP Craig Scott is already a familiar face in this riding. As he walks down Dundas Street, a man stops his car and yells out “Hey, Craig!” Walking into Red Rocket Coffee on Logan Avenue, two residents enjoying a beverage wonder if it is who they think it is before enthusiastically saying “It is Craig … [Read more...]

Jack Layton Fighting A New Cancer

NDP Leader Jack Layton announces he is temporarily stepping down to fight a new cancer. Photo by Mark Blinch.

Toronto-Danforth MP Jack Layton has taken a leave of absence as leader of Canada’s official opposition to receive treatment for a second undisclosed cancer. However, Layton’s senior press secretary, Karl Bélanger, has confirmed Layton’s constituency office is still operating despite the fact he will not be physically present. “(He) … [Read more...]

Looking To Ride The Orange Wave

NDP candidate for Toronto Centre Cathy Crowe says the big issues are homelessness and healthcare. Photo courtesy Cathy Crowe.

NDP candidate Cathy Crowe says she decided to challenge Liberal Glen Murray once again because whenever she goes out, she sees support on the streets. “One of the reasons I decided to run is that I can’t go anywhere in the riding without people telling me to run,” said the Toronto Centre hopeful. “I feel like I’ve tried so much from … [Read more...]

NDP Could Form Ontario Government: Prue

Veteran MPP Michael Prue says he's seeking fourth term, but also eyeing an NDP-led government. Photo courtesy Ontario NDP.

Beaches-East York MPP Michael Prue is readying for battle this fall as he plans to seek a fourth term in office. The seasoned NDP MPP and former East York mayor said he still has much to do in politics including helping low-income residents and building transit infrastructure in the riding. “The business that I have remains unfinished,” … [Read more...]