TPP is “a bad deal that should be renegotiated or rejected and trade alternatives pursued”, says Michael Geist
At his appearance before the Commons Trade Committee, Geist noted: “…the US maintains that it gets to decide for Canada how to ratify the agreement”. No 1665 Posted by fw, May … Continue reading
“The more I dug into the TPP, the more trouble I found” – Michael Geist
Over a 50-day period, Geist has built a strong case against TPP ratification. No 1615 Posted by fw, March 15, 2016 “Nearly two-and-a-half months ago, I started a daily examination of … Continue reading
Canadian Chamber of Commerce stupidly calls on Trudeau government to move quickly to ratify TPP
That’s ‘stupidity’, says Michael Geist, because TPP cannot take effect until both US and Japan are on board. No 1614 Posted by fw, March 14, 2016 “The U.S. opposition makes it … Continue reading
Trudeau and Obama agree on TPP benefits, stop short of pledging implementation
“The TPP would advance objectives of shared prosperity, creating jobs, protecting workers and the environment and promoting sustainable economic development.” Really? No 1613 Posted by fw, March 13, 2016 “Prime Minister Trudeau … Continue reading
BREAKING: Trade Minister Freeland now says Canada will sign TPP on February 4, 2016
“Tell the Trade Minister right now: do NOT sign the TPP” urges Canada’s Open Media organization. No 1576 Posted by fw, January 25, 2016 On January 12, Minister Freeland said, … Continue reading
TPP huge threat to any Canadian law opposed by big multinationals, says Osgood Hall law prof
“The TPP is a threat to our institutions of sovereignty, democracy and the rule of law.” No 1571 Posted by fw, January 21, 2016 “In this article, I offer seven … Continue reading
By ratifying TPP, Team Trudeau would saddle Canadians with higher drug prices, warns Michael Geist
Canadians could see increased drug costs of between $850 million and $1.6 billion annually under TPP. No 1570 Posted by fw, January 20, 2016 “The TPP patent provision changes are … Continue reading
Is Minister Freeland undervaluing TPP input from “ordinary citizens”?
This citizen would like to see signs that his input is valued as a TPP ‘stakeholder’ in the consultation process No 1566 Posted by fw, January 14, 2016 “Freeland characterized herself … Continue reading
Is the Trans-Pacific Partnership incompatible with democracy? My letter to Trade Minister Freeland
This is my fourth letter to the Minister’s office. So far auto-responses but no answers to any of the issues I’ve raised. No 1565 Posted by fw, January 13, 2016 … Continue reading
Public review of TPP is badly needed, but will a meaningful process be forthcoming from Team Trudeau?
PM has so far been anything but clear about what a public review might look like. No 1561 Posted by fw, January 10, 2016 “In truth, the TPP cannot be … Continue reading
Trudeau government fails to meet TPP promise to “ensure Canadians are consulted”
Canada’s TPP website invites public input, provides a contact email address, but omits other relevant details. No 1559 Posted by fw, January 7, 2016 “With respect to their promise to … Continue reading
TPP is slated to become the most harmful trade agreement ever for access to medicines, says MSF president
MSF urges Canada and other TPP negotiating countries to reject this trade treaty No 1545 Posted by fw, December 18, 2015 “MSF expresses its dismay that TPP countries have agreed … Continue reading
Legal expert Michael Geist shares his concerns about the TPP agreement
Right now “we just don’t know enough to know whether or not this [TPP] makes any sense” No 1541 Posted by fw, December 15, 2015 “In the world of cultural … Continue reading
Looking for TPP information on Government of Canada’s website? Here’s where to find it – For now
Canada’s government website is under reconstruction, so navigation can be frustrating. No 1537 Posted by fw, December 12, 2015 First, an important December 14 update to this post: When reading … Continue reading
The difference between signing and ratifying TPP is like the difference between dating and marriage
Ratification would require Canada to amend a wide variety of laws to ensure that it is compliant with TPP requirements. No 1535 Posted by fw, December 9, 2015 “It should … Continue reading
Has Canada’s Trade Minister Chrystia Freeland already tweeted away her TPP sellout?
Liberals used to be against NAFTA until they were for it. No 1525 Posted by fw, November 30, 2015 “The Globe and Mail reported on November 18 that the new, … Continue reading
TPP prediction shocker by reporter Roger Jordan —
“There is little doubt that Trudeau will soon give Obama what he wants in regards to the TPP” No 1522 Posted by fw, November 21, 2015 “There is little doubt … Continue reading
Obama views Canada’s support for TPP as a done deal
Trudeau, however, maintained that a final decision will not be made ahead of planned parliamentary hearings. No 1521 Posted by fw, November 20, 2015 “U.S. President Barack Obama says he … Continue reading
Representatives of 30 US organizations speak out against TPP
Opponents represent labor, consumer, environmental, family farm, consumer, LGBT, health and faith groups No 1520 Posted by fw, November 20, 2015 “Apparently, the TPP’s proponents resorted to such extreme secrecy … Continue reading
