Government of Canada Names Commissioners for National Inquiry Into ‪‎MMIW‬

For 15+ years the families of missing and murdered Indigenous women have called on the Government of Canada to do something. They've called on the government to end unacceptable rates of violence against Indigenous women and girls. I'm proud that our Government is taking action after extensive consultation with Indigenous peoples. We've named five outstanding [...]

Government of Canada Names Commissioners for National Inquiry Into ‪‎MMIW‬2017-06-17T13:39:18-03:00

CBC INTERVIEW: Walking With Julie: Liberal MP Darren Fisher

This spring CBC’s Julie Van Dusen caught up with some MPs on Parliament Hill for a series of informal chats as they raced from Centre Block to their next meeting. Julie asks about their favourite hobbies, toughest challenges and inspiring moments in and outside of politics. This is the fourth video in a series appearing [...]

CBC INTERVIEW: Walking With Julie: Liberal MP Darren Fisher2016-07-08T16:47:16-03:00

Happy National Aboriginal Day!

Today is National Aboriginal Day! On this day we celebrate the distinct cultures and histories of our aboriginal peoples, as well as the valuable contributions they have made to Canada. National Aboriginal Day was officially proclaimed by the federal government in 1996 following consultation with indigenous groups and organizations. This year’s celebration is particularly special [...]

Happy National Aboriginal Day!2017-06-17T13:39:18-03:00

Darren Fisher pays tribute to the legendary Gordie Howe in the House of Commons.

"Mr. Speaker, sadly, I rise to honour the passing of a true Canadian legend, Mr. Hockey, our beloved Gordie Howe. We could stand here for hours talking about his accomplishments and his love for the game. His career spanned over six different decades and he retired as the leading all-time scorer in the NHL. [...]

Darren Fisher pays tribute to the legendary Gordie Howe in the House of Commons.2017-06-17T13:39:18-03:00

#YOUthInOffice – YOUth in Office – Boys and Girls Club of Canada

We're pleased to welcome Savannah to our office in Ottawa today. Savannah is taking part in the YOUth In Office program through the Boys and Girls Club of Canada. Savannah will get to experience a day here at Parliament and experience all that it has to offer. She will get to learn about what my [...]

#YOUthInOffice – YOUth in Office – Boys and Girls Club of Canada2017-06-17T13:39:18-03:00

VIDEO: Supporting Budget 2016 – Thanking & Supporting Dartmouth – Cole Harbour

I stood up in the house this week to support Budget 2016. This was my first speech in the house so I had the pleasure of thanking the people of Dartmouth-Cole Harbour for their support in the election. I had the opportunity to tell Canadians about amazing places like Lake Banook, the Shubenacadie Canal and [...]

VIDEO: Supporting Budget 2016 – Thanking & Supporting Dartmouth – Cole Harbour2019-01-21T14:32:22-03:00

PUBLIC CONSULTATION – DEPARTMENT OF NATIONAL DEFENCE

It's been over 20 years since the Department of National Defence has launched a public consultation of this magnitude. We want to develop a new defence policy for Canada but we want to start with an open and transparent dialogue.   With your consultation the review will inform how we balance priorities, respond to [...]

PUBLIC CONSULTATION – DEPARTMENT OF NATIONAL DEFENCE2017-06-17T13:39:19-03:00

Brief Budget Breakdown

Here is a breakdown of Budget 2016 and what we want to accomplish for Canadians. I hope you find it useful. Have questions or comments? Contact me. Already raised taxes for individuals making more than $200,000 a year and reduced the middle income tax rate from 22 per cent to 20.5 per cent, cutting [...]

Brief Budget Breakdown2017-06-17T13:39:19-03:00

VIDEO: MP Darren Fisher Brings Awareness to Purple Day & Epilepsy

MP Darren Fisher speaks about Cassidy Megan and Purple Day- bringing awareness to epilepsy. "Mr. Speaker, it is an honour to stand in this place and help promote awareness of epilepsy by recognizing Purple Day this coming Saturday, March 26. Thousands of people across Canada will wear purple as they celebrate our nation's leadership [...]

VIDEO: MP Darren Fisher Brings Awareness to Purple Day & Epilepsy2017-06-17T13:39:19-03:00

VIDEO: Darren asks the Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Fisheries, Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard about Improvements

Darren Fisher, MP Dartmouth - Cole Harbour: "Mr. Speaker, the Coast Guard patrols and protects our oceans and waterways, keeping mariners safe. In fact, on an average day it saves 15 lives. Coast Guard officers need the best tools in order to do their jobs, working in often dangerous conditions. Could the [...]

VIDEO: Darren asks the Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Fisheries, Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard about Improvements2017-06-17T13:39:20-03:00