Thank you to all my colleagues for their thoughtful engagement and support in last nights vote. Next up: Standing Committee on Environment and Sustainable Development! š„³š
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For Canadians abroad, please exercise caution. Updates on the escalating situation can be found here:
travel.gc.ca/destinations...
Our hearts are in Tumbler Ridge tonight with the families of those who have lost loved onesš¤šļø
Our government is committed to protecting Canadiansā health and environment, and promoting a clean and sustainable economy.
I joined my B.C. Liberal colleagues in condemning the Iranian regimeās brutal repression and standing with the Iranian people demanding freedom, dignity, and human rights. We will continue to amplify Iranian voices and hold the regime to account.
Their loss is a wound felt far beyond Sainte-Foy. Remembrance must move us to action. We stand with Muslim communities and recommit to building a Canada where everyone can live safely, freely, and without fear.š¤šļø (2/2)
Today, we remember Ibrahima Barry, Mamadou Tanou Barry, Khaled Belkacemi, Abdelkrim Hassane, Azzeddine Soufiane, and Aboubaker Thabtiāsix men murdered in an act of Islamophobic hate at the QuĆ©bec City Mosque, where 19 others were injured. (1/2)
ā¦and ensure Jewish people can live safely, openly, and without fear.
Remembering is a responsibility and we must recommit to ensuring that ānever againā means something today and always. (2/2)š¤šļø
On this day, we honour the six million Jewish people murdered by the Nazi regime, and the millions of others targeted by hatred and dehumanization.
At a time of rising antisemitism here in Canada and around the world, we must confront hatredā¦(1/2)
Sending my deepest condolences to the victimās family and loved ones during this difficult time.
My thoughts are with the Iranian community and I want to reiterate my calls for an immediate end to this unnacceptable brutality.
To everyone celebrating Lohri, Iām wishing you a meaningful and joyful day. Lohri marks the turning of the season, when longer days begin to return. In these troubling times, that promise of light matters. May this festival bring warmth, connection, and renewed hope for the days ahead.
I strongly condemn the violent suppression of protestors by the Iranian regime that has left hundreds dead.
As people in Iran continue to face repression for demanding basic rights, the pursuit of accountability remains urgent and necessary. (2/2)
Six years on, the loss of Flight PS752 still weighs heavily on our community. We remember the 176 lives taken, including members of our North Shore community, and we stand with families whose grief endures alongside their call for truth, justice, and dignity. (1/2)
Wishing everyone in West VancouverāSunshine CoastāSea to Sky Country a safe, joyful, and hopeful New Year. Thank you for your continued engagement, ideas, and support throughout 2025. Hereās to a year of progress, community, and working together for a stronger future.
On the winter solstice, YaldÄ celebrates the triumph of light over darkness, welcoming longer daylight after winter. To all those celebrating, Happy Yalda! Shab-e Yalda Mobarak!
Last month I sat down with competition lawyer and incredible host of Counterfactual. You can listen to the full conversation here: counterfactual.simplecast.com/episodes/cou...
Here are my thoughts on the Canada-Alberta MOU
On this Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People, we reaffirm the need to protect civilians, restore aid, uphold the ceasefire, and pursue a political solution that delivers safety and dignity.
Steven Guilbeaultās leadership transformed Canadaās approach to climate action and nature protection. His 2019 candidacy encouraged me to run for MP. While his voice will be missed in cabinet, I admire his conviction and look forward to working with him in caucus.
International Menās Day reminds us that menās well-being matters. āBe a manā shouldnāt mean staying silent. Real strength is honesty, reaching out, and showing up for yourself and others. Letās create space for connection and care.
Budget 2025 was tabled this week, investing in the major infrastructure, industries, and careers that will grow our economy and secure lasting prosperity.
Weāre making generational investments to build, protect, and empower Canada.
#Budget2025 šØš¦
On Guru Nanak Gurpurab, we honour the revolutionary spirit of Guru Nanak ā a teacher who spoke truth to power, shattered divisions, and called on us to live with compassion and courage.
Wishing the Sikh community a blessed day of reflection and celebration.
Happy Halloween!
From derelict vessels to Styrofoam debris, pollution continues to threaten B.C.ās coastlines. The Clean Coasts Act takes action to hold polluters accountable so taxpayers donāt have to foot the bill for cleanup.
#CleanCoastsAct
The second reading of the #CleanCoastsAct is scheduled for Nov 6. So for the next few days Iāll be sharing more info about the bill and why itās so important for the health of our marine environment and supporting the livelihoods, cultures, and economics of coastal residents.
Our Government has introduced the Bail and Sentencing Reform Act to improve public safety & strengthen our justice system.
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Stricter bail laws
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Tougher sentencing for repeat & violent offenders
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New reverse onus for serious crimes
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Weapons prohibitions for organized crime
⨠Happy Diwali! āØ
Wishing everyone celebrating a joyful and prosperous Festival of Lights.
May this Diwali bring light, love, and renewal to our homes and communities ā and remind us of the power of hope shining through darkness. šŖ
Happy Canada Day to the sunshine coast and to all Canadians.
We are all in the same boat working to make the greatest country in the world even better.
Important step forward for Lost Canadians ā a new bill has been tabled to restore citizenship rights wrongfully denied under outdated laws.
Huge credit to Don Chapman for his tireless advocacy.