Statements
Toronto Centre By-Election
It was an honour to run in Toronto Centre in the 2019 federal election, and I am looking forward to running again in the by-election. It is the riding that I was born in, where my mother and grandmother worked as a teacher and front-line worker in the hospitals, and where I ran in the 2019 federal election.
Read More ShareDemocratic Renewal Policy Statement
Our country is living through unprecedented changes. As we steady ourselves to confront a variety of challenges – the climate emergency, global pandemics, workplace automation, artificial intelligence, inequality, and racism – we need to make sure that we are equipped with the best tools. This requires ensuring that the foundations of our democracy are as healthy as possible.
Read More ShareNational Indigenous Peoples Day
Annamie Paul, candidate for leadership of the Green Party of Canada and Racelle Kooy, 2019 Green Party Candidate for Victoria, together issued the following statement:
“Today, as we mark National Indigenous Peoples Day, we celebrate with joy the richness and diversity of Indigenous Peoples. We honour the cultures, traditions, innovation, and leadership of First Nations, Métis, and Inuit Peoples.
Read More ShareThe Inconvenient Truth about Civil Disobedience
The theme of this year’s Black History Month is “Canadians of African Descent: Going forward, guided by the past”. It is a time when Black Canadians reflect on how far we have come, and how far we still need to go. As this year’s celebrations draw to a close, I cannot help but see the parallels between my people’s history and that of Indigenous Peoples.
Read More ShareClimate Statement by Annamie Paul
TORONTO - This week, citizens in over 150 countries have joined the historic Global Climate Strike to demand immediate action on the Climate Emergency. I stand firmly with the young people leading this movement, and will be joining them in Toronto this Friday.
Read More ShareAnnamie in the News
When it comes to Elizabeth May's successor, the Green Party is spoiled for choice
Green Party expects eight candidates on final leadership ballot
People, Politics and Planet podcast, Leadership Contest Series
Three women in politics about the barriers women face in politics here
Fundraising amid pandemic ‘incredibly difficult’ for Green leadership hopefuls as Paul takes clear lead
Green Party leadership candidate prepares for social change
Where Are the Greens Going? Leadership Hopefuls Chart Different Courses
Time for Canada to proclaim August 1 as Emancipation Day
Paul outpaces opponents in Green party leadership fundraising efforts
Green Party Dialogues: Guaranteed liveable income necessary to live in dignity, says Annamie Paul
How Green Party leadership hopefuls say they would tackle B.C.’s opioid crisis
Why the federal leadership races of Annamie Paul and Leslyn Lewis matter
Annamie Paul, candidate for leadership of the Green Party, had a surprising Winnipeg connection - unknown to her until recently
You Can Respond to Hate with Hate or Convert it to a Teaching Moment. We Chose the Latter.
Paul hopes to make history
Two Green party leadership candidates say they were subjected to racist slurs at virtual town hall
Annamie Paul, LLB ’94, first Black woman since 1975 to seek leadership of a national political party
Racist slurs directed at Green Party leadership candidates during virtual town hall
Annamie Paul runs for leadership of the Greens; would be the first Black-Jewish leader of a Canadian party
Ep17: Systemic Racism, Colonialism, The Green Economy, & Women In Power with Annamie Paul
Ep. 42 Annamie Paul
Annamie Paul - Candidate for Leader of the Green Party of Canada
Green Party leadership candidate's radical policing idea prompts tense exchange at debates
Green Party leadership candidates spar over carbon pricing, defunding police in first debate
Here are the 10 people who want to be leader of Canada's Green party
Annamie Paul wants to be the first Black-Jewish leader of a Canadian party
Greens likely to hold virtual leadership convention due to pandemic: May
Greens face big challenges as COVID-19 transforms the political landscape
Greens likely to move convention online: May
Elizabeth May offers support to ‘equity-seeking’ Green Party leadership contenders. Others say she should stay out of it
House of Commons becoming more reflective of diverse population
Annamie Paul: Vying to Lead the Federal Greens
Black Canadians Seek Leadership of Political Parties
Former Green Party candidate eyes leadership
Peter MacKay ahead in competitive fundraising race for Conservative leadership
Ep. 3 GPC Leadership Series with Annamie Paul
Green Party of Canada 2020 Leadership Contest
Greens looking to grow as first leadership race in 14 years kicks off
Federal Greens set out leadership rules for P.E.I. convention
Federal Green Party's leadership race rules, entry fee has some candidates balking
Politics This Morning: Greens to outline party leadership rules
Green leadership hopeful wants to become the first black woman to lead a federal party
What it's like to be a local Toronto candidate in the last leg of election campaign
Greens propose a military response to the effects of climate change
Candidates from Toronto Centre riding debate climate crisis at Ryerson
Toronto Centre all candidates debate 100 Debates on the Environement
As climate enters the spotlight at 100 debates across Canada, so does race
What Canadian political parties are saying on the anniversary of Jamal Khashoggi’s death
The Green Journey in Canada: Inside Toronto Centre, a Groundswell of Support
Green party announces $10 billion toward post-secondary education
RyersonianTV: Monthly Update for September 27, 2019
Climate Statement by Annamie Paul
Four Toronto-specific issues to watch in the federal campaign
Does your local candidate make a difference? How some GTA races could be decided by star power
Ep14: Your Toronto Centre Green Candidate, Annamie Paul
Ep13: Toronto-Centre Greens Candidates Debate
Press Releases
Racelle Kooy, 2019 Green Party of Canada Candidate for Victoria, B.C, endorses Annamie Paul as the next leader of the Green Party of Canada
May 25, 2020 - Racelle Kooy, 2019 Green Party Candidate for Victoria, has announced she is endorsing Annamie Paul for the leadership of the Green Party of Canada. Ms Kooy said "I know that we can count on Annamie Paul to engage with all Canadians and connect them to the core values and policies...
Annamie Paul is contestant for Green Party of Canada leadership
March 24, 2020 - OTTAWA - The Green Party of Canada has accepted the nomination of Annamie Paul as a contestant for the party’s leadership. The new leader will be chosen at a national convention to be held in Charlottetown P.E.I. in October, replacing Elizabeth May (MP, Saanich-Gulf Islands) who stepped down in November,...
The Green Party of Canada welcomes the landmark ruling by the UN International Court of Justice (ICJ) relating to the Rohingya.
January 22, 2020 - OTTAWA - In 2019, The Gambia submitted an application against Myanmar to the ICJ, alleging violations of the Convention on the Prevention and Punishment of the Crime of Genocide and seeking provisional measures to protect the 600,000 Rohingya that remain in Myanmar. In a unanimous decision, the ICJ concluded that...
Green Party supports Canadian engagement in resolving Venezuela crisis
January 16, 2020 - OTTAWA – The Green Party is welcoming the federal government’s offer to convene high-level talks aimed at resolving the continuing political and humanitarian crisis in Venezuela.
In a letter to Foreign Affairs Minister François-Philippe Champagne, Green Party parliamentary leader Elizabeth May wrote: “I welcome your government’s commitment to engaging in...
Green Party Statement on Hong Kong
November 14, 2019 - OTTAWA - The Green Party of Canada is alarmed by reports from Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (Hong Kong SAR) of violent clashes between demonstrators and authorities, and associated deaths.
The Green Party supports the right to peaceful assembly and association and reminds Hong Kong SAR authorities of their obligation...
Climate change a serious threat to international stability, says Green Party
October 11, 2019 - OTTAWA - The security and defence of the nation is a fundamental responsibility of any sovereign government. Not since the end of the Cold War has global security seemed so precarious. Climate change is a major contributor to increased global instability and has been identified by security analysts as a...