Avi Lewis
Avi Lewis is a Canadian filmmaker and political activist, recognized for his work in documentary filmmaking and his involvement with the New Democratic Party (NDP). He is the son of former NDP leader David Lewis and has been a prominent voice in progressive movements, particularly in advocating for climate action and social equity. Lewis was mentioned in the news in relation to the NDP's current struggles and potential directions as the party seeks to redefine its identity and connection with voters.
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Avi Lewis, now-federal NDP Leader, was one of the signatories calling for Judy Schulich’s resignation from the AGO’s board.
AGO trustee at centre of failed Nan Goldin acquisition saga, Judy Schulich, leaves board months later
Canada· 2026-05-29
Avi Lewis is one of the NDP leadership candidates who participated in the debate.
The French lesson that Canada needsCanada· 2026-03-08
Avi Lewis is a frontrunner in the NDP leadership race who accused Prime Minister Mark Carney of wanting to militarize Canada.
The NDP hopes its revival will come through public grocery stores and zero votes in QuebecCanada· 2026-02-27
Avi Lewis said the same approaches seen in past elections will not work and the NDP needs to be putting forward big, bold ideas.
NDP leadership candidates pitch their plans to rebuild the partyCanada· 2026-02-20
Avi Lewis, who is an activist and filmmaker, said in a statement that he has been 'hard at work' preparing for the debate.
NDP leadership candidates to pitch plans for rebuilding party at second debateCanada· 2026-02-19
Avi Lewis is one of the NDP leadership candidates with extreme views.
The line Mark Carney is walking might not be sustainableCanada· 2025-12-13
Avi Lewis is the frontrunner in the NDP leadership race, known for selling new party memberships.
It’s turning-point time for the Conservatives and NDP – but don’t expect muchCanada· 2025-12-04
Avi Lewis emphasized the need for the NDP to communicate effectively in French to reconnect with Quebec voters.
NDP leadership candidates acknowledge French-language gap in Montreal debateCanada· 2025-11-28
Contender Avi Lewis said in an e-mail that the rules governing the leadership race meant he had to wait weeks to be vetted.
Prospective NDP leadership candidate Yves Engler has history of confronting politicians in the streetCanada· 2025-11-20
Avi Lewis is a documentary filmmaker who teaches at the University of British Columbia and is an approved candidate in the NDP leadership race.
Left-wing activist Yves Engler applies to join NDP leadership raceCanada· 2025-11-11
Asked whether he would vote for the budget were he an MP today, Avi Lewis said he has faith in the NDP caucus.
Federal Budget 2025: NDP leadership candidates express concernCanada· 2025-11-06
Avi Lewis, one of the most prominent candidates in the federal NDP leadership race, is also pitching the idea of a 'public option for groceries.'
Public grocery stores won’t satisfy the hunger for lower food pricesCanada· 2025-10-13
Avi Lewis launches federal NDP leadership bid.
Union leader Rob Ashton joins federal NDP leadership raceCanada· 2025-10-01Avi Lewis has launched his bid to become leader of the federal New Democrats with various policy promises.
Politics Insider: Conditions must be met before Canada recognizes Palestine, Anand saysCanada· 2025-09-21
Avi Lewis will launch a bid to become leader of the federal New Democrats.
Avi Lewis to launch federal NDP leadership bidCanada· 2025-09-19
Avi Lewis is among the signatories of the open letter urging the cancellation of the Davis Cup match.
Davis Cup tie between Canada and Israel will be closed to public as a safety precautionCanada· 2025-09-09
Activist Avi Lewis said Friday that he continues to consider a bid to lead the party that his grandfather, David, led from 1971 to 1975.
Two former NDP MPs rule out bids to lead party as leadership rules issuedCanada· 2025-07-12
Avi Lewis is also being considered as a candidate for the NDP leadership race.
NDP to choose next party leader in MarchCanada· 2025-07-11
Avi Lewis is an author and filmmaker who fronted the Leap Manifesto during the 2015 election.
Jagmeet Singh and the NDP confront an uncertain futureCanada· 2025-04-21
