On the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women, we remember the 14 young women murdered at the École Polytechnique de Montréal

Geneviève Bergeron Maryse Laganière Hélène Colgan Maryse Leclair Nathalie Croteau Anne-Marie Lemay Barbara Daigneault Sonia Pelletier Anne-Marie Edward Michèle Richard Maud Haviernick Annie St-Arneault Barbara Klucznik-Widajewicz Annie Turcotte On the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women, we remember the 14 young women murdered at the École Polytechnique de Montréal in [...]

On the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women, we remember the 14 young women murdered at the École Polytechnique de Montréal2021-12-06T17:44:18-04:00

I’ve just been appointed as the Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Seniors!

I've just been appointed as the Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Seniors! I'm looking forward to working with my colleague Minister Kamal Khera to ensure that all Canadians have the opportunity to age with dignity—enjoying social and economic security. https://pm.gc.ca/…/prime-minister-welcomes-new-parliamentar…

I’ve just been appointed as the Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Seniors!2021-12-06T17:22:52-04:00

Bill C-4, our Government’s legislation to ban conversion therapy was fast-tracked through the House of Commons today!

Awesome news! Bill C-4, our Government's legislation to ban conversion therapy was fast-tracked through the House of Commons today! The Bill was passed in the House unanimously, and now it's off to the Senate. Absolutely NO ONE should ever be subjected to so-called 'conversion therapy'—it's degrading, it's cruel, it's torture. Period. https://www.parl.ca/DocumentV…/…/44-1/bill/C-4/first-reading [...]

Bill C-4, our Government’s legislation to ban conversion therapy was fast-tracked through the House of Commons today!2021-12-02T17:03:44-04:00

I rose in the House of Commons to share the importance of Giving Tuesday!

How are you celebrating Giving Tuesday? Today I rose in the House of Commons to share the importance of this incredible movement. And I asked all Canadians to take part! Ways you can take part:  Sign up to volunteer to help your favourite charity or org Donate Perform an act of kindness in your [...]

I rose in the House of Commons to share the importance of Giving Tuesday!2021-12-02T17:36:07-04:00

Did you know November 25 is the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women?

Did you know November 25 is the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women? Today also begins the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence (GBV)! Together, we must stand with women – speak out, take action, and stand up to all forms of #GBV. DYK: In response to the rise in [...]

Did you know November 25 is the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women?2021-11-29T09:47:45-04:00

Looking for your next job? The Government of Canada’s Job Bank is a great place to start!

Looking for your next job? The Government of Canada's Job Bank is a great place to start. Our team took a quick look at jobs available in Dartmouth—Cole Harbour and noticed everything from Early Childhood Educator positions, and restaurant jobs, to metal fabricator opportunities. Check it out: https://www.jobbank.gc.ca/home

Looking for your next job? The Government of Canada’s Job Bank is a great place to start!2021-11-29T09:45:13-04:00

Today, Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary May Simon, Canada’s Governor General will deliver the Speech from the Throne

So nice to be back in the House of Commons again. Today, Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary May Simon, Canada’s Governor General will deliver the Speech from the Throne. You can watch the speech live on CPAC today at 2:00 pm AST. https://www.cpac.ca

Today, Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary May Simon, Canada’s Governor General will deliver the Speech from the Throne2021-11-23T13:47:15-04:00

November 8th marks Indigenous Veterans Day 

Today, November 8th marks Indigenous Veterans Day Together, we recognize and remember the contributions and sacrifices made by First Nations, Inuit and Métis through their service. THANK YOU to all Indigenous Veterans, and those who currently serve. You can learn more here: https://www.veterans.gc.ca/…/people-and…/indigenous-veterans

November 8th marks Indigenous Veterans Day 2021-11-08T17:55:54-04:00

Have you purchased your poppy from the Legion yet?

Have you purchased your poppy from the Legion yet? The 2021 Veterans’ Week theme is Service, Courage and Sacrifice – At home, around the world and across generations. For well over 100 years, millions of Canadians have proudly served our country in uniform. We owe it to them to remember and honour their sacrifices. [...]

Have you purchased your poppy from the Legion yet?2021-11-05T17:00:03-03:00