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ndpI asked Minister Joe Oliver yesterday if he believed climate change was real and... he fumbled for his notes! http://ow.ly/liDINWed 2:13 pm | Alberta, Edmonton—Strathcona - MPndpI asked Minister Joe Oliver yesterday if he believed climate change was real and... he fumbled for his notes! http://ow.ly/liDINWed 1:58 pm | Alberta, Edmonton—Strathcona
- MPndpNDP MP Chris Charlton and I asked Conservative MP Devinder Shory to give us details about the seemingly non-existent Canada Jobs Grant that the government has been spending hundreds of thousands of dollars to advertise.Tue 3:25 pm | Alberta, Edmonton—Strathcona
- MPndpMy question this afternoon on the Government contracting with businesses involved in bid-rigging. http://ow.ly/lfWtLTue 11:57 am | Alberta, Edmonton—Strathcona
- MPndpI was very happy to be able to join Edmonton Sikhs to celebrate Baisakhi at the Nagar Kirtan last weekend. Baisakhi di lakh lakh vadhayi hovey ji!Tue 10:51 am | Alberta, Edmonton—Strathcona
- MPndp"It was only 23 years ago today that homosexuality was removed from the World Health Organization’s (WHO) International Classification of Diseases. Today, on the International Day Against Homophobia, New Democrats are proud to stand in solidarity with the LGBT(Q) community here at home and abroad as we renew our commitment to speaking out against discrimination, prejudice and violence." http://ow.ly/l9cuaMay 17, 2013 1:08 pm | Alberta, Edmonton—Strathcona
- MPndpI am deeply saddened by the passing of Elder Elijah Harper. His leadership will remain an inspiration for generations of Canadians to come. I wish him peace on his new journey. http://ow.ly/l98NTMay 17, 2013 12:39 pm | Alberta, Edmonton—Strathcona
- MPndpMore than 1,100 people were killed when the Rana Plaza building near the capital of Bangladesh collapsed. The garment industry generates more than $ 20 billion in Bangladesh and it supplies retailers from around the world including Canada. Thanks to an NDP motion, the Foreign Affairs Committee will conduct a study of corporate activities in the developing world in the wake of the factory collapse in Bangladesh.May 14, 2013 10:02 am | Alberta, Edmonton—Strathcona
- MPndpMy speech this afternoon on the Opposition Motion by Mathieu Ravignat to locate the missing $3.1 Billion that the Conservatives cannot account for http://ow.ly/kSGkzMay 09, 2013 1:58 pm | Alberta, Edmonton—Strathcona
- MPndpMy question from Question Period this afternoon: Government fails to defend over $40 million owed to Envoy Relocation Services http://ow.ly/kSpclMay 09, 2013 11:46 am | Alberta, Edmonton—Strathcona
- MPndpToday I rose in the house to celebrate the work of The Elizabeth Fry Society in Edmonton, along with EFry Societies across Canada. Their stated goal is to enhance public awareness and education regarding the circumstances of victimized and criminalized women involved in the criminal justice system. Please join me in celebrating and supporting EFry in the work they do for women and girls at risk http://ow.ly/kSitGMay 09, 2013 11:18 am | Alberta, Edmonton—Strathcona
- MPndpLinda Duncan and Mathieu Ravignat question $2.4 Billion in contracts without expenditure reports http://ow.ly/kQ8lj ^ARMay 08, 2013 12:43 pm | Alberta, Edmonton—Strathcona
- MPndpMy question from today on irresponsible Economic Action Plan advertising spending http://ow.ly/kL9dfMay 06, 2013 12:00 pm | Alberta, Edmonton—Strathcona
- MPndpMay 03, 2013 9:29 am | Alberta, Edmonton—Strathcona
- MPndpI will be speaking to a motion on Labour market opportunities for persons with disabilities this evening at 4:45 MT. To watch, tune in to http://www.cpac.ca/eng/direct/cpac1May 02, 2013 3:27 pm | Alberta, Edmonton—Strathcona
- MPndpToday, on May Day, I stand with workers around the world in the effort to safeguard worker’s rights, whether they be fair wages, the right to safe working conditions, sick days or maternity leave. Let us commit to standing together, in unity, for rights of workers everywhere – from Edmonton to Dhaka and beyond.May 01, 2013 2:34 pm | Alberta, Edmonton—Strathcona
- MPndpThis May during Asian History Month we recognize the contributions and accomplishments of our Asian Canadian friends and neighbours . I encourage you to join these communities in celebrating their rich languages, cultures and traditions and their contributions to building our vibrant communities.Statement by Official Opposition Immigration, Citizenship and Multiculturalism critic Jinny Sims (Ne
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April
- MPndpApr 29, 2013 12:08 pm | Alberta, Edmonton—Strathcona
- MPndpOn Wednesday, May 8, to raise awareness for hunger in Canada, Food Banks Canada is challenging Parliamentarians to fast for the day. Well, I'm accepting this challenge, and I invite you to join me! According to Food Banks Canada's 2011 HungerCount, these are the numbers on hunger in Alberta (source: Edmonton's Food Bank) • Each month, almost 60,000 Albertans used a food bank • 43.7% of people assisted by Alberta food banks are children • Each month, approximately 21, 500 Alberta households are assisted by food banks • Over 25% of people using Alberta food banks are working • The number of people using Alberta food banks has increased by 74.5% since 2008. We have a lot of work to do to combat hunger in our communities, but we can only do it together. Stop by your local food bank with a nonperishable food item for donation today.Apr 26, 2013 10:44 am | Alberta, Edmonton—Strathcona
- MPndpOn this Earth Day 2013 demands for federal action have been amplified. This is not simply because of mounting concerns about climate change, disappearing species or impacts of pollution on our health. Concerns about environmental impacts are intensifying because of this Conservative government’s shredding of critical environmental protection laws, deep cuts to environment and fishery budgets, silencing of scientists, shut down of the experimental lakes and withdrawals from important international conventions and protocols. The “idlenomore” campaign awakened many more Canadians to the regressive Harper government reforms that weakened the federal role in protecting our natural heritage simply to achieve more fast -tracked developments. Today, my NDP colleagues and I tabled bills to restore protective measures for our designated Heritage Rivers (mine is C-496). But we must do more. I want to hear from you about other Alberta lakes and rivers that you believe also deserve greater consideration. It may be your family’s drinking water source. It may be your favorite river to paddle. It may be your grandfather’s favorite fishing hole or the nesting area for a threatened bird species. Send me your story (linda.duncan@parl.gc.ca) about a river or lake important to you and we will add it to our campaign to restore protections to Canada’s treasured waterways. I look forward to hearing from you.Apr 22, 2013 12:43 pm | Alberta, Edmonton—Strathcona
- MPndpApr 18, 2013 12:36 pm | Alberta, Edmonton—Strathcona
- MPndpJoin me at the Mill Creek Cleanup on the morning of Sunday, May 5! https://www.facebook.com/events/157369671097273/Apr 17, 2013 12:28 pm | Alberta, Edmonton—Strathcona
- MPndpApr 16, 2013 1:40 pm | Alberta, Edmonton—Strathcona
- MPndpApr 16, 2013 1:26 pm | Alberta, Edmonton—Strathcona
- MPndpWith Glenn Thibeault, MP Sudbury & NDP Consumer Protection CriticApr 08, 2013 11:42 am | Alberta, Edmonton—Strathcona
- MPndpI am thrilled to have been selected as one of the #FAQMP All-Stars! From today until April 9, each IP address is able to vote once a day. The winner will participate in an in-depth interview, with cameras joining me for a week in the riding. Please share widely! http://faqmp.ichannel.ca/Apr 02, 2013 10:17 am | Alberta, Edmonton—Strathcona
March
- MPndpMy question from Question Period this morning on this government's inaction on the health effects of coal fire powerMar 28, 2013 9:02 am | Alberta, Edmonton—Strathcona
- MPndpWith seniors representing the fastest growing segment of our population, one would expect a more serious commitment from this government.Mar 27, 2013 2:02 pm | Alberta, Edmonton—Strathcona
- MPndpLet's welcome the onset of spring with a colourful Basantotsav and musical Holi celebrations! Happy Holi to all those celebrating!Mar 27, 2013 10:13 am | Alberta, Edmonton—Strathcona
- MPndp"The pickup games on outdoor neighbourhood rinks, the parents who spend hours each winter flooding a patch of their backyards or clearing off a pond on their farms, the early morning peewee practices and the men’s league games that go off at midnight because no other ice time is available; even road hockey where piles of snow fill in for proper goal posts and a tennis ball doubles as a puck — those are the backbone our national cultural love affair with “our game.”"Mar 27, 2013 7:03 am | Alberta, Edmonton—Strathcona
- MPndpMar 26, 2013 8:35 am | Alberta, Edmonton—Strathcona
- MPndpMar 26, 2013 8:32 am | Alberta, Edmonton—Strathcona
- MPndpHockey is loved by Canadians of all ages across the country as our national winter sport. In community rinks across the country, families and communities come together to play hockey or cheer on their local team. My goal of celebrating National Hockey Day is to help encourage the participation of boys and girls in the sport that is loved by so many.Mar 26, 2013 8:01 am | Alberta, Edmonton—Strathcona
- MPndpI had the opportunity to celebrate Novruz with Edmonton's Azerbaijani community this year, and here are some photos from the celebration!Mar 25, 2013 1:29 pm | Alberta, Edmonton—Strathcona
- MPndpEdmonton-Strathcona MP Linda Duncan is calling for a national hockey day to celebrate Canada’s favourite sport.Mar 25, 2013 9:01 am | Alberta, Edmonton—Strathcona
- MPndpMar 25, 2013 8:52 am | Alberta, Edmonton—Strathcona
- MPndpToday’s federal budget shows a lack of recognition of Canadians’ priorities. We had all hoped for a focus on building a fairer, greener and more prosperous Canada for all – not just a well-connected few. Albertans wanted to see a return of federal investment in the ecoENERGY Retrofit Program, which provides well-paying jobs in the energy efficiency sector. It is disappointing that the budget includes no mention of the long awaited Canadian energy strategy or anything about how we can trigger private investment in cleaner energy sources, providing well-paying technical jobs. I am very concerned that there’s nothing to the high unemployment rate for students, especially in the wake of the cancellation of the provincial student job program. New Democrats will be calling for greater attention to directing Canadians’ tax dollars towards their priority needs: health care, education, and sorely needed infrastructure. I welcome your ideas and comments.Mar 21, 2013 5:14 pm | Alberta, Edmonton—Strathcona
- MPndpMar 21, 2013 11:47 am | Alberta, Edmonton—Strathcona
- MPndpStatement by Official Opposition Science and Technology Critic Kennedy Stewart (Burnaby–Douglas) on the Rejection of his Motion to Protect ScienceStatement by Official Opposition Science and Technology Critic Kennedy Stewart (Burnaby–Douglas) on.
Mar 20, 2013 3:12 pm | Alberta, Edmonton—Strathcona - MPndpCongratulations to Irene Kerr and Doug Gillett! Awarded Honourary Lifetime Membership in the South East Edmonton Seniors Association for their volunteer dedication to the organization. (L-R) Karen Sheridan, Irene Kerr, Doug Gillett, Kimberly BuehlerMar 15, 2013 10:01 am | Alberta, Edmonton—Strathcona
- MPndpJoin me tomorrow at the Alberta legislature with the Coalition for Action on Post-Secondary EducationMar 14, 2013 10:21 am | Alberta, Edmonton—Strathcona
- MPndpI and my New Democrat colleagues share the view expressed by Half the Sky authors Sheryl WuDunn and Nicholas Kristoff that the inequity women face across the planet remains a moral challenge that must be addressed head on. How brilliant that they have created a video social impact game that channels matching contributions to bring concrete measures to lift women out of poverty or illiteracy. Try the game here: http://bit.ly/Wzj0qk How shameful that the percentage of aboriginal women in Canadian prisons is rising. That girls and women are trafficked for profit. That young girls worldwide must endure forced marriages. That girls are denied an education or access to positions of power. I hope you will join us as we walk for the rights of women starting 1:30 PM Saturday March 9 at Corbett Hall, University of Alberta. See event details here: https://www.facebook.com/events/496893537013752/ “Closing the gender gap is a key priority, not only for achieving sustainable economic growth, but also because it is about fairness and equity. We cannot wait any longer; further action is needed, particularly in face of the ageing of the population and the global economic crisis which are putting additional pressures to the gender equality agenda.” OECD Secretary-General Angel Gurría at the World Economic Forum in Davos, January 2013Mar 08, 2013 2:17 pm | Alberta, Edmonton—Strathcona
- MPndpMar 07, 2013 1:00 pm | Alberta, Edmonton—Strathcona
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- MPndpMar 06, 2013 12:45 pm | Alberta, Edmonton—Strathcona
- MPndpThe inspiring story of Jack Layton is captured in JACK, a brand new movie airing on CBC Television this Sunday night, March 10, at 8 p.m. across the country. You can watch the trailer for this captivating movie and share JACK with your friends and family via the Facebook event: https://www.facebook.com/events/134876016688443/ It is my sincere hope and belief that Jack's story and this movie will motivate us all to work together for a better and more caring society. A society that is, in Jack's words - more loving, hopeful and optimistic.Mar 06, 2013 11:15 am | Alberta, Edmonton—Strathcona
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