Liberal MHA Yvonne Jones will host a gala showcase of seal skin products at the Northern Lights Trade Show in Ottawa, Ontario on February 4^th, 2012.

“It is important that we continue to showcase our products and lobby the federal government to look for new markets, particularly in China,” said Jones. “The event will showcase the culture of the people of the north, and their unique artistic designs.”

Jones noted that the defeatist attitude of NDP MP Ryan Cleary on our seal hunt is concerning and that we need to continue to dispel false claims on the hunt by groups such at PETA.

 “We need to encourage the federal government to continue the fight against the anti-seal hunt movement,” said Jones. “Mr. Cleary’s comments are unfortunate as we need a united voice on this important issue.”