jack layton

Tens of thousands of Canadians have written to me in recent weeks to wish me well. I want to thank each and every one of you for your thoughtful, inspiring and often beautiful notes, cards and gifts. Your spirit and love have lit up my home, my spirit, and my determination.

Jack Layton died at his Toronto home just three months after he and his party had their historic win.

Canada heads toward an election as the Conservative government fell on Friday when a confidence motion carried in the House of Commons with the support of all opposition MPs.

NDP leader Jack Layton announced that he is undergoing treatment for prostate cancer but will stay on as party leader.