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Families, workers, and small businesses shouldn’t have to choose between getting to work and making ends meet.
We’ll keep pushing for solutions that lower costs and build a more resilient, affordable economy for British Columbians.
With British Columbians paying the highest gas prices in the country, any relief matters.
Today’s announcement to suspend the federal fuel excise tax is about putting money back in people’s pockets, especially in places like Vancouver where costs hit hardest.
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Briefing on the Hungarian electoral system and our role at the opening of, visits to, and closing of polling stations & vote counts. Election day tomorrow starts for us, 120 Parliamentarian observers, at 5am, & polls close at 7pm. Exciting day ahead!
Leading the Canadian @OSCEPA delegation to Budapest, for the @OSCE_ODIHR Election Observation Mission to Hungary.
The Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe comprises 57 member states across Europe, Asia, and North America.
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Such a meaningful day! To deliver 2 million dollars from Heritage Canada m to help Dance Centre on Davie purchase the site! I remember funding the lease with Scotiabank 25 years ago for a space to rehearse, celebrate and present unique, rich & innovative dance 1/2
2/2 This investment will create good jobs, strengthen Canada’s biomanufacturing capacity, and help ensure breakthroughs in health care are developed right here in Vancouver.
@melaniejolycan.bsky.social @providencehealthcare.org
As a former physician, I’ve seen firsthand how medical research and innovation can change lives.
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Thank you again to constituents who joined our town hall meeting in Yaletown last week. Hearing directly from residents about housing, affordability, public safety and the issues that matter most helps guide the work we do every day for our community.
Today, Christians celebrate the resurrection of Christ after his Agony and Crucifixion on Good Friday... "for he is Risen Hallelujah"
Elections are a team sport! Glad to support our volunteers & candidates on the ground and spend sometime talking to by-election voters over the phone.
Advance polls are open 9–9 this long weekend in Scarborough SW, University-Rosedale, & Terrebonne.
Election day is Mon. Apr 13.
Meeting with US Consul Gen Shawn Crowley in Van to discuss Can-USA issues
Great to visit RedTruckBeer Company and see the work local craft breweries are doing here in Vancouver.
Our government has extended the 50% excise tax reduction for small breweries, helping them manage costs and continue to grow: supporting local jobs, agriculture, and community.
Today, Colonel Jeremy Hansen becomes the first Canadian astronaut to go to the moon proudly displaying our ( flag) maple leaf on his arm.
Congratulations & safe travels to the crew of four aboard the Artemis II, now in orbit before turning their sights to the moon.
Jewish communities will mark Passover at sundown tonight, commemorating the liberation of the Jewish people from slavery in ancient Egypt. This eight-day celebration honours resilience, freedom, and hope.
To those celebrating: Chag Pesach Sameach!
🇨🇦 fed govt launches $3.8 billion nature protection plan to do our part in the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework, agreed to in 2022 at #COP15, and protect 30% of Canada's lands & waters by 2030.
Read more: www.canada.ca/en/services/...
On Transgender Day of Visibility, we recognize the contributions of trans and non-binary Canadians and reaffirm a simple principle: everyone deserves to live in safety, dignity, and equality.
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The fed gov't is committed to preserve & revitalize the 70+ Indigenous languages spoken across First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples. #languageisapreciousheritage
On National Indigenous Language Day, we honour the rich history & diversity of Indigenous languages in Canada, which carry within them history, culture, and wisdom from time immemorial.
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REMINDER: File your taxes before April 30 to take full advantage of automatic federal benefits, like the Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit.
Thank you for the work the DMS does to advocate for and raise funds to support the LGBTQ2S+ community.
Congratulations to The Imperial Sovereign Majesties, Emperor Zachary & Empress Alter for an impressive Reign 53. It was my honour, as Honourary Empress of Canada, to attend the Dogwood Monarchist Society's Annual Ball with the Courts from across 🇨🇦 & 🇺🇸
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It is essential that all levels of government and the corporate sector ensure the communities they serve can celebrate in safety.
Diversity and Equality are Charter Rights!
Met with Pride Society Canada to discuss the rising costs facing Pride festivals across Canada, which includes increased costs to ensure the safety and security of the 2SLGBTQI+ community.
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They are expanding with other universities across the country to develop a sovereign industry.
Canada continues to lead in world-class AI and quantum supercomputing research.
Simon Fraser University's Cedar Supercomputing Centre Expansion is a significant investment in Canada's domestic AI infrastructure, the largest of its kind in 🇨🇦 working with SMEs to help them as needed with transition.
To everyone observing here in Canada and around the world—may the arrival of spring come with it shared hope and resilience for the days ahead.
Nowruz Mubarak!
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Not having consulted with the industry nor the workers He has no plan for worker support & none to rebuild the sector. Just wait & hope the capricious leader to the South will change his mind. As PM Carney says: "Nostalgia is not a strategy!"
A year after tariffs hit our auto sector during which our Gov't has been building new trade agreements & refocusing the industry for success, Poilievre suddenly woke up to the problem. His solution? Hope things get back to normal & wait for a miracle.
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Canada's bilingualism is a core part of our national identity, and Francophone communities have played a seminal role in the building of this nation, contributing to our rich cultural heritage & core values.
Vive la culture francophonie !
