We just raised the Pride flag on Parliament Hill today! When we first raised the Pride flag on Parliament Hill back in 2016, I remember members of the 2SLGBTQI+ community talking about how important and how meaningful it was to them. I've never forgotten that. I recognize that the flag doesn't fly over every [...]
Yesterday, I had an opportunity to meet with Victoria and Amanda with March Of Dimes Canada about the importance of better supporting the disability community. As you may know, I am a big advocate for the creation of the Canada Disability Benefit. And our Government is working hard to make it a reality through [...]
Did you know that today marks the 75th anniversary of the first UN peacekeeping mission? We are deeply proud and grateful for the more than 125,000 Canadian Armed Forces members and the over 4,000 Canadian civilian police who have served on UN peacekeeping missions and on other operations in support of peace around the [...]
More fantastic news for seniors across Nova Scotia! Canada’s Minister of Seniors, Kamal Khera announced $61 million to support community-based projects that benefit seniors across the country—including 109 projects in Nova Scotia! From programs to encourage healthy active living, to helping seniors stay more informed and socially connected—these projects create better opportunities for seniors [...]
It’s the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia, a time to reaffirm our commitment to making Canada a safer place for people from the 2SLGBTQI+ community. It is heartbreaking and horrifying to see more incidents reported in HRM involving youth motivated by hate, destroying Pride flags: https://atlantic.ctvnews.ca/halifax-police-seek-public-s... We must stand together to support [...]
Whether it’s our kids learning how to paddle on Lake Banook, or Canada’s top figure skaters competing at the Olympics— the Canadian sport system must put the well-being of ALL sport participants first to ensure their physical and mental safety. Yesterday, Canada’s Minister of Sport, Pascale St-Onge announced new actions that our Government is [...]
We know that global inflation increased the cost of just about everything, especially groceries and essentials. And I know from chatting with folks in our community that those most vulnerable are really feeling the pinch. That’s why we’ve introduced targeted affordability measures to help, like the new one-time grocery rebate! Delivered through the GST [...]
DEADLINE IS TOMORROW In case you missed it, tomorrow is the deadline to nominate an individual, not-for-profit, or business for Canada’s Volunteer Awards! Do you know someone in our community that has shown commitment and dedication to finding solutions to social challenges? Nominate them! These incredible volunteers and groups support our community, and now’s [...]
Have you thanked a nurse today? Huge thanks to the compassionate, hardworking nurses out there. You’re the backbone of our healthcare system and I know the past few years have been particularly challenging for you. Thank you for all you do.
Fantastic meetings on the Hill today. I started my day off with the Canadian Lung Association, discussing many important topics, one being youth vaping. We all need to do everything we can to prevent kids from vaping. Young people and those who do not use tobacco products should absolutely not vape because it is [...]