Andrew Cash, NDP MP for Davenport, first asks Heritage Minister James Moore about the new Code of Conduct at Library and Archives Canada, which calls for “loyalty” to the “duly elected government”. Moore blames LAC head Daniel Caron and recommends that the Heritage Committee invite him to testify. Two days later at the Heritage Committee, [...]
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Andrew Cash asks Minister Moore about the Muzzling of Librarians – March 18th 2013
on March 18, 2013
Mr. Andrew Cash (Davenport, NDP): Mr. Speaker, according to the Conservatives, there is a new threat: librarians and their “high risk” activities, activities like teaching and conferences. That is right. The new code of conduct at Library and Archives Canada even extends beyond the workplace to employees’ personal activities. The code even requires duty of [...]
Letter from Conflict of Interest and Ethics Commissioner Mary Dawson – February 22, 2013
on February 22, 2013
Click here to view the PDF version of the letter I received from Conflict of Interest and Ethics Commissioner Mary Dawson The text of the letter follows: February 22, 2013 Mr. Andrew Cash Member of Parliament for Davenport House of Commons Confederation Building, Suite 835 Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0A6 Dear Mr. Cash: This is further [...]
Andrew Cash’s Statement on the 65th Anniversary of the Horseshoe Tavern – February 6th 2013
on February 6, 2013
Mr. Andrew Cash (Davenport, NDP): Mr. Speaker, one of Canada’s landmark cultural icons, the Horseshoe Tavern, recently celebrated its 65th anniversary. This is a huge accomplishment. Often when we think of the arts in Canada, the opera, the ballet and the symphony come to mind. However, it is in the ramshackle clubs, the backrooms, the [...]
Toronto—NDP MP Andrew Cash (Davenport) is pleased to announce the names of the 30 community leaders and Toronto notables who will be awarded the Diamond Jubilee Medal at the Lula Lounge on Thursday February 7th. Grammy Award winner Leslie Feist, award winning documentary film maker Barry Stevens, cutting edge choreographer and educator Holly Small, local [...]
Andrew asks the Heritage Minister about the renaming of the Museum of Civilization – Nov 27th 2012
on November 27, 2012
Mr. Andrew Cash (Davenport, NDP): Mr. Speaker, notwithstanding the fine words, this is another example of how the Conservatives have abandoned the cultural communities of this country. Many young people learned about the postal service and its importance to the history of our country through this museum. Basic decency would mean at least an official [...]
Andrew Cash Speaks on Motions in Amendment, Bill C-27 – Nov 20th, 2012
on November 20, 2012
Mr. Andrew Cash (Davenport, NDP): Mr. Speaker, I am honoured to have this opportunity to speak to Bill C-27, An Act to enhance the financial accountability and transparency of First Nations. Those watching this debate at home may be scratching their heads about the title of the bill. Canadians know that if there is one [...]
Andrew Cash Speaks on Reflecting the Realities of Canadian Artists Act, Bill C-427 – Nov 1st, 2012
on November 1, 2012
Mr. Andrew Cash (Davenport, NDP): Mr. Speaker, first of all, I congratulate my colleague from Jeanne-Le Ber for his hard work on this subject, which is very important to Canadians from coast to coast to coast and in my riding of Davenport, where we have one of the highest concentrations of artists in the country. [...]
Artists Must Play to Conservative Tastes – Question Period Oct. 30, 2012
on October 30, 2012
Mr. Andrew Cash (Davenport, NDP): Mr. Speaker, there are two sets of rules governing arts and culture: one if the artists are liked by the Conservatives, and one if they are not. The Canadian Conference of the Arts is the latest example. When the minister does not like an art exhibit or an organization or [...]
Conservatives Hijack History – Question Period Oct. 15, 2012
on October 15, 2012
Mr. Andrew Cash (Davenport, NDP): Mr. Speaker, indeed, this is the museum of which all Canadians can be proud. It has shown amazing exhibits from all over the world. What will the focus be now, the Diefenbaker hall of glory— Some hon. members: Oh, oh! The Speaker: Order, please. I do not think the member [...]