We are pleased to announce that GPNS Leader Anthony Edmonds will be our candidate in the current Preston by-election. Anthony is a young, family-oriented professional engineer with a strong sense of responsibility and a record of community involvement. He will make a fantastic MLA. If you would like to support his campaign by volunteering, donating, hosting a lawn sign, or attending events, contact Anthony’s campaign team at Preston2023@greenpartyns.ca CANVASS WITH ANTHONY! Monday, July 17th, 12:00 to 4:00 – Circle Drive Park, 46 Circle Drive, Lake Echo. No experience is required, and there will be seasoned campaigners on hand to show you...
Green Party of Nova Scotia Celebrates Earth Day
Halifax 2023-04-23 The Green Party of Nova Scotia celebrated Earth Day on April 22 at their Annual General Meeting. The members adopted 130 policy statements in a Policy Document encompassing ecological stewardship, responsible government (including proportional representation), and a broad range of other important issues, including health, housing and justice. GPNS Leader Anthony Edmonds, who was affirmed for another year, stated “I’m incredibly proud of the extensive collaboration that built up these policies”. Members enjoyed a teach-in over lunch with Green Party of Canada Leader Elizabeth May, which was one of more than 20 Green Party events held across Canada...
Join Us at our 2023 Annual General Meeting!
When: Saturday April 22, 2023, 09:00 AM — 05:30 PM Where: Saint Mary’s University, Atrium Building Room #216 923 Robie Street, Halifax Please join us at our AGM! A hybrid event with in-person and Zoom participation In-person Event RSVP: http://gvote.greenpartyns.ca/rsvp/eve_2b690a647 Virtual Event RSVP: http://gvote.greenpartyns.ca/rsvp/eve_abd7711d5 The days activities will include: Officer Elections to the Provincial Executive Constitutional amendments Voting on our new policy statement Refreshments for breakfast and lunch will be provided, but an RSVP is required. We hope to see you there!
Green Party of Nova Scotia Sets Record Year For Fundraising
Halifax 2023-01-02 The Green Party of Nova Scotia had a recording-setting fundraising year in 2022. Current totals indicate at least a 90% increase over the previous best year. The previous record for a non-election year was $10,595 raised in 2020, and donations have almost doubled that amount in 2022. “I’m thrilled to welcome new support and incredibly proud of the volunteers and staff whose hard work and dedication made this growth possible,” stated Leader Anthony Edmonds, “This record-breaking amount is representative of the growing base of Green support, and these funds will enable us to be better representatives of those...
New Climate Plan Good Starting Point, Lacks Vision
Halifax 2022-12-11 The Green Party of Nova Scotia (GPNS) welcomes the release of the province’s Climate Risk Assessment and Climate Action Plan. However, while the risk assessment illustrates future and current harms of climate change, such as Hurricane Fiona, the plan itself falls short of capturing the urgency of the moment. “We were happy to see good region-specific data in the risk assessment, as well as a lens on equity and disproportionate climate impact on the most vulnerable,” stated Anthony Edmonds, GPNS Leader, “But I agree with Minister Halman when he says that this plan is a starting point”. The...