(OTTAWA) –Elizabeth May, Leader of the Green Party of Canada (Saanich – Gulf Islands), emphasized the Green Party’s commitment to Canadian small businesses owners at the Greater Victoria Chamber of Commerce.
“Today, small businesses owners are the real job creators in Canada and employ over 60 percent of Canadians,” stated Ms. May. “That’s why in May 2015, I tabled Bill C-682, An Act to amend the Department of Industry Act (small businesses).”
Bill C-682 would consider how changes to regulations and legislation would impact:
- Small businesses’ ability to seek financial assistance;
- Conditions for investments in and by small businesses;
- Small businesses’ ability to participate in a competitive marketplace; and
- The long-term viability and sustainability of small businesses.
Bruce Hyer, Green Party Deputy Leader and candidate (Thunder Bay—Superior North), continued:
“Green MPs will reduce two things for small businesses: both Red Tape and the small business tax rate. Enacting the ‘Think Small First’ legislation will ensure that new federal laws and regulations enhance, rather than hinder, an economic environment where small business can thrive.
“As the owner of three successful small businesses myself, I understand the challenges that small businesses face. When I am re-elected this fall I will work to make Canadian small businesses, the people that own them, and the people they employ, a high government priority.”
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For additional information or to arrange an interview, contact:
Julian Morelli
Director of Communications
Green Party of Canada
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Or
Kirsten Strom
Executive Assistant to Director of Communications
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Toll Free 1.866.868.3447
kirsten.strom@greenparty.ca