Monthly Archives: May 2009

Frank de Jong to step down as Green Party of Ontario leader

Posted on May 17, 2009 by Chris Tindal

After 16 years at the helm, Green Party of Ontario Leader Frank de Jong said yesterday that he is stepping down. De Jong made the announcement to party members during opening remarks at the party’s annual general meeting being held … Continue reading →

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British Columbia’s election

Posted on May 13, 2009 by Chris Tindal

Before I begin my workday I thought I’d pound out some reactions to last night’s election and referendum in British Columbia. A quick disclaimer: I’m in Ontario and didn’t follow the campaigns as closely as I could have. If you’re … Continue reading →

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Who do you know in the GPO?

Posted on May 6, 2009 by Chris Tindal

Ontario politics has been getting interesting recently with the election of Andrea Horwath as new NDP leader and the resignation of John Tory as PC leader. And, below the surface, the Green Party of Ontario is preparing to exceed expectations … Continue reading →

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STV: Power up your vote

Posted on May 5, 2009 by Chris Tindal

One week from today on May 12th, British Columbians will vote on whether or not to change their voting system from the antiquated and inadequate first past the post to the improved Single Transferable Vote. The new voting system was … Continue reading →

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