In December, the Northumberland Labour Council gathered in Cobourg to lobby for health care.
Speakers included Chris Leavitt, Political Action Chairperson, Russ Christianson, NDP Candidate for Northumberland-Peterborough South. Peggy Smith and Kelly Walker spoke on where our health care is today. Natalie Mehra, Executive Director of the Ontario Health Coalition was the keynote speaker.
Closing remarks were delivered by Northumberland Labour Council Executive.
Thanks to all who participated. Remember that your voice and your vote counts!
We will continue to fight to protect and preserve our public health care system to make Canada a better place to live for all.
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