Christmas tree should stay, says League

TORONTO, December 15, 2006 – The Catholic Civil Rights League (www.ccrl.ca) today criticized a provincial court judge’s decision to banish the Christmas tree standing in a Toronto court house lobby because it might offend non-Christians. “This...

Bishops pledge continued support for traditional marriage

In a letter to the prime minister and the leaders of the opposition parties, CCCB President Archbishop Andre Gaumond indicates that despite the recent vote in Parliament, there are many unresolved issues arising from the redefinition of marriage and so debate must...

Centre calls for constitutional forum

Centre for Cultural Renewal says a constitutional forum would provide a way to discuss contentious moral issues before they reach the parliamentary or judicial realm. Press release with links to background information.

Marriage debate not over, CCCB says

Marriage debate not over, CCCB says in press release. The Catholic Bishops of Canada, together with the members of the majority of faith communities and with many Canadians who have no particular religious affiliation, are deeply disappointed that the House of Commons...

League comments on results of marriage vote

OTTAWA, Dec. 7, 2006 – The Catholic Civil Rights League commented on the results of today’s vote on introducing legislation to restore the traditional definition of marriage. MPs voted 175 to 123 against a government motion to introduce legislation...