Here is the full speech by Irish Socialist MP Joe Higgins to the founding convention of the Socialist Party of Canada. He speeks as to why new socialist movements and parties outside of the traditional social democratic ones are now more necessary than ever, and as to experience of the Socialist Party of Ireland in creating such a party.We wish to thank Joe for his participation over the course of the weekend.The SPO is a broad, non-sectarian alliance of different left and anti-capitalist viewpoints and is not affiliated with Socialist Alternative or the CWI. Their support and solidarity is appreciated. If your organization wishes to affiliate with the SPO please contact us at info@thegingerproject.org