Freedoms

MEDIA RELEASE: First Annual International Conscientious Objectors’ Day in Kitchener a Success!

KITCHENER, ON.— The first annual Internationl Conscientious Objectors Day Rally, held in Kitchener yesterday, was a success, according to organizers with The Democracy Defence Initiative. Arranged to honour conscientious objectors, past and present, in Canada, in support of freedom of conscience, the event attracted over 50 people. Those present heard from conscientious objectors Dr. Mark … [Read more…]

We Care About Freedom! Events

Former Member of Parliament Stephen Woodworth, with a delegation from The Democracy Defence Initiative, will deliver an Open Letter to the offices of several B.C. Law Society Benchers each weekday from now until May 9, 2017 at 4:30 p.m. to support freedom of association and freedom of belief, and to protest the treatment of members … [Read more…]

“Magna Carta: Our Shared Legacy of Liberty”

Wednesday, May 3, 2017, 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. “Magna Carta: Our Shared Legacy of Liberty” (A John Robson Documentary) Presented by The Democracy Defence Initiative at Langley Canadian Reformed Church, 21804 52nd Avenue, Langley, British Columbia V2Y 1L3.  Following this 45 minute film, former M.P. Stephen Woodworth will deliver a brief update on challenges … [Read more…]

Magna Carta: Our Shared Legacy of Liberty

This film, a documentary by noted Canadian journalist and champion of Canadian freedom, John Robson, explores the historical roots of our basic freedoms and the continued efforts of citizens necessary to preserve them.  It is no accident that Canada developed as a nation of free people. It happened because those who came before us devoted … [Read more…]

Can You Believe Everything You Read?

The report found at the link below shows why Canadians must be alert for media spin, which is often subtle enough to go unnoticed. The report contains two inaccuracies designed to predispose readers’ opinions. One describes Trinity Western’s Community Covenant as “so-called,” suggesting without foundation that something about Trinity Western’s congregational agreement makes it not … [Read more…]

Ontario Doctors Speak Out About Human Rights Violations at Hands of Wynne’s Liberals

Toronto, ON (April 9, 2017)— Ontario’s doctors have now started their fourth year without a contract. The billions in reckless, unilateral cuts to the patient services Ontario’s doctors provide have led to decreased access to patient care in the province. The ongoing abuse and vilification of physicians by Wynne’s government has created a toxic environment. … [Read more…]

Seven Things that Brought Canadians Into the Streets In the Dead of Winter

Here are seven things that brought Canadians into the streets in the dead of winter between January 1st, 2017 and mid-March, 2017d 1. U.S. Presidential Politics.”Like-minded anti-Trumpeters standing against the Donald” protested at the U.S. consulate on January 20th. 2. U.S. Women’s Marches. Reports say thousands of Canadians gathered in cities and towns across Canada … [Read more…]