Julian tackles human rightsChristina Myers (staff reporter)
A local MP is tackling a human rights issue on the other side of the planet. Peter Julian, NDP MP for Burnaby-New Westminister, recently tabled a private members’ motion in the House of Commons, calling on the Canadian government to do what it can to pressure the dictatorial regime in Ethiopia to release Birtukan Mideksa from Solitary confinement unconditionally.
Peter Julian, NDP MP said
“Anyone interested in backing his campaign can contact his office to receive copies of the petition. Any petition with a minimum of 25 names can be presented to the House of Commons”.
All Canadians and in particular those from Ethiopian origin please respond to his call for action. His details are;
Constituency Office:
7615 Sixth Street
Burnaby, BC V3N 3M6
Tel: 604-775-5707
Fax: 604-775-5743
TTY: 604-775-5737
juliap@parl.gc.ca
Parliamentary Office:
Room 178, Confederation Building, House of Commons
Ottawa, ON K1A 0A6
Tel: 613-992-4214
Fax: 613-947-9500
TTY: 613-992-4249
Information Service, Parliament of Canada, Toll-free (Canada): 1 (866) 599-4999
Also you can visit his website at www.peterjulian.ca
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