Monthly Archives: September 2015

I vote CBC!

Posted on 30 September 2015 by Bob Jonkman

I’ve received several letters from constituents who want funding restored to the CBC: Bob Jonkman Kitchener–Conestoga Green Party Like most Canadians, I value public broadcasting. Yet the current government has systematically attacked the CBC. After promising not to do so, … Continue reading →

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I Support Digital Freedom

Posted on 29 September 2015 by Bob Jonkman

I’ve received many e-mail messages from people writing through OpenMedia’s web site asking me to support Digital Freedom, more than on any other issue. I’d send a reply to everyone, but all the messages came in with the same address … Continue reading →

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My Interview on the CBC

Posted on 25 September 2015 by Bob Jonkman

The candidates in Kitchener–Conestoga were invited to a panel discussion at the local CBC station in downtown Kitchener today. We were all crowded into the small studio — Amanda Grant thinks it may have been the cosiest setup in the … Continue reading →

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Promoting Participation in the Election

Posted on 22 September 2015 by Bob Jonkman

I received a call from a gentleman last week, asking for a sign. Happy to oblige! When I got there, I saw that he already had three signs for the other candidates on his lawn. He told me that his … Continue reading →

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My Candidate Conversation at the Waterloo Region Food Bank

Posted on 17 September 2015 by Bob Jonkman

I was honoured to be asked to the Candidate Conversation held at the Waterloo Region Food Bank this morning. The conversation was definitely an eye-opener. The panelists provided us with lots of information about the Food Assistance Network, consisting of … Continue reading →

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International Day of Democracy and Voting in Canada

Posted on 15 September 2015 by Bob Jonkman

Every year the United Nations marks the 15th of September as International Day of Democracy. From their website: Democracy is a universal value based on the freely expressed will of people to determine their own political, economic, social and cultural … Continue reading →

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Guaranteed Livable Income

Posted on 12 September 2015 by Bob Jonkman

This week, the Green Party of Canada released its election platform. In the plank on Strong Communities the plan to eliminate poverty and reduce inequality includes implementing a Guaranteed Livable Income. Canada has been in two recessions since the last … Continue reading →

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My Interview on The Agriculture Show at @SoundFMca

Posted on 4 September 2015 by Bob Jonkman

On Tuesday, 1 September 2015 I was invited to be a guest on The Agriculture Show heard on CKMS-FM, 100.3 SoundFM. Jeff Stager is a great host, and put me right at ease. We talked about family, politics, and agricultural … Continue reading →

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