The government of Canada fell during debate for a 2011-12 national budget when a motion moved by the opposition passed. The motion involved contempt of parliament issues, and whether the government had the confidence of Parliament. The election began almost immediately and Canadians vote May 2, 2011. Manitoba Wildlands is providing links below to the platforms of our national parties, as provided during this election.

We are also posting news items to cover national environmental groups' platform assessments, report cards, and policy expectations on our Home Page.

These and former election news items - both provincial and federal - can be searched in our news archive, under the Elections category.

Political Party Platforms - 2011 Federal Election

• Conservative Party of Canada (PDF)
• Liberal Party of Canada
• Green Party of Canada
• New Democratic Party of Canada

Previous Federal Elections

• 2008 Election
• 2006 Election Promises
• 2004 Election Promises
• Historic Promises