NDP warns privatizing high-speed rail from Toronto to Quebec could kill passenger trains in rest of Canada | CBC News 80 per cent of Via Rail's revenue could be lost to high-speed replacement announced Tuesday, B.C. MLA warns.

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1.5 million Canadians have received care under the new dental plan!

Such an honour to be in Skidegate to witness the signing of the Chiix̲uujin / Chaaw K̲aawgaa “Big Tide (Low Water)” Haida Title Lands Agreement.

A huge milestone in the journey toward reconciliation between Canada and the Haida.

Congrats to the generations of leaders whose work led to this. Haawa!

Trump’s tariffs on Canadian aluminum are unfair and unproductive. We’re pushing the government to counter with targeted tariffs on US products and find new markets for Canadian aluminum. We’ll do everything we can to support the 1,500 workers at the Kitimat smelter.

Merci à l’AFFNO de m’avoir invité à ses festivités de la Cabane à Sucre à Prince Rupert. Cet organisme joue un rôle important dans la promotion de la langue et de la culture françaises dans notre région. De plus, la nourriture y est délicieuse!

Both Nordic and alpine skiing facilities in our region are having to adapt to warmer winters with less snow and more rain. It’s great to see the Shames team has a plan to adapt and grow, something I hope the federal government can support.

It was interesting to learn about their climate resilience work at Shames. Due to efforts last season, the mountain was able to open a full month earlier than usual, despite a lower-than-normal snowpack.

I get to meet with stakeholders in some unique “board rooms” — from riverbanks and underground mines to fire halls and fishing boats. Thursday, I got to meet with Gary and Christian from Shames Mountain. They assured me the most productive meetings are held on the chairlift. Agreed!

Blunt Range on a bluebird day.

Thanks for visiting, @heathermcpherson.bsky.social !

It was an honour to be invited to Metlakatla for today’s Community Safety Forum and spend a few hours visiting folks in the community. Thanks for a warm welcome on a cold, rainy north coast day.

Canadian MP shoots down Trump offer: 'Sexual abusers don't get to lead our nation' Canadian MP Charlie Angus responded to President-elect Donald Trump's proposal to make Canada the 51st U.S. state by noting that existing laws prevent "sexual abusers" from leading his nation.In a Mon...

Canadian MP Charlie Angus responded to Trump's proposal to make Canada the 51st U.S. state by noting that existing laws prevent "sexual abusers" from leading his nation.

How a Wet’suwet’en Totem Pole Wound Up in Paris | The Tyee Inside a generational journey of reconnection and education.

The totem pole stands in the entryway of France’s Musée du Quai Branly, elegant but somewhat out of place. Strangers breeze past often without a glance.

For nearly a century, the pole has been separated from its people.

Great film night fundraiser in Smithers for the Mountain Mentors program, which helps connect Indigenous youth with the land through skiing and snowboarding. Thanks to Kayla, Simbayez, Chelsie, Madeline, Abigail, Roberta and Raeden!

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Technical Briefing on Proposed APPR Amendments (Dec. 23, 2024) -- EXCERPT 1 Canadian Transportation Agency officials Tom Oommen and Judy Deland evading questions on proposed Air Passenger Protection amendments at a technical briefing on December 23, 2024.

LISTEN: Canadian Transportation Agency officials evading questions about proposed amendments to the Air Passenger Protection Regulations

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Michelle ski touring

On Hudson Bay Mountain, with view of ski cabins

A little mountain magic from yesterday…

Here’s an NDP MP starter pack I put together…

A Walk in the Snow
Jennifer Walton
2016

Amidst a chaotic day in Ottawa, this appeared on page 248 of the federal government’s Fall Economic Statement. Work remains to make it a reality, but an official federal commitment is a big milestone in our efforts to secure fairness for Haida Gwaii. Congrats to all who worked to reach this point.

Taylor in ski gear

Mountain scenery in winter

A small creek in winter, not yet frozen over

In the alpine on Hudson Bay Mountain in winter, looking down on a blanket of clouds covering the Bulkley Valley

A little mountain medicine on a Sunday morning. Everything is better above the clouds.

Air Canada must pay $10,000 to mistreated passengers, Yukon judge says

"[Passengers] who saved for three years for their-one-week vacation were treated shamefully, being moved around without any thought of the effect of this experience [...]."

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TRAN Committee - Rail Safety YouTube video by Taylor Bachrach NDP

I’ve initiated 6 days of hearings on whether communities are protected from spills and fires caused by the rail transport of dangerous goods.

Yesterday, I questioned Transport Canada’s officials responsible for dangerous goods and rail safety. Their inability to answer basic questions was shocking

Faced with airlines charging passengers junk fees for basic services like carry-on luggage, the Liberals plan to once again politely ask the CEOs to change their ways.

If only someone had the power to regulate airlines on behalf of Canadians…

Our plan takes the GST off home heating, phone and internet bills, kids’ clothes and more.

We’d make it permanent, too, meaning more savings for families.

(And small biz would only have to change their prices once)

Monday’s the vote.

I’m still pushing the government to restore the full Northern Residents Tax Deduction for the residents of Haida Gwaii.

With the cost of living higher than ever and the government’s Fall Economic Statement coming in just days, it’s time for this change.

A group of Conservative MPs sitting in the House of Commons who may or may not be super wasted, next to a picture of John A. MacDonald, who was definitely super wasted.

NEWS IN PHOTO: Conservatives insist showing up drunk to House of Commons vote was tribute to John A. MacDonald

Deeply disturbing rhetoric. The mayors and councillors I’ve worked with are the most dedicated, community minded folks you’ll meet. Disparaging them for cheap political points does our country a disservice.

Memorial in Gitwinksihlkw for the late Nisga’a chief Chester Moore.

I was honoured to be in Gitwinksihlkw last night to attend the memorial of Sim’oogit Hay’maas, Chester Moore. Chester was an artist, a composer of songs, and a force behind the annual Hobiyee celebration, among many other things. He was “a giant of Nisga’a culture.” May his memory be a blessing.

Nice to have snow for Smithers’ annual Christmas in the Valley event! Thanks to the Downtown Merchants Association for an enjoyable evening.