REACTION TO "NEW GROWTH FOR THE NDP"

Dear Editor,

As official agent for Alison Myrden, Candidate for NDP Nomination in
Burlington, Ontario, I'd like to clarify something regarding Matt Mernagh's
story "New Growth for NDP," View, January 15, 2004. We have not accepted
any financing from Mr. Emery, nor anyone else, at this time, and are
awaiting direction from the New Democratic Party before engaging in
activity of this type.

Alison Myrden and everyone involved this campaign is committed to remaining
in full compliance with the Canada Elections Act as well as the
Constitution and Election Rules of the New Democratic Party of Canada.

Tim Meehan, Official Agent Alison Myrden, Candidate for Nomination, NDP,
Burington, ON