Today I spoke in the House of Commons to inform Members of Parliament about Ramadan. “This Wednesday, March 22nd, Muslims across the world including myself, several members of this House, and many of my constituents in Brampton Centre will begin the month-long observance of Ramadan. Ramadan is a time of patience, compassion, and generosity that […]
Every Canadian deserves a safe and affordable place to call home – but for many it is getting harder to afford increased rent or to even find housing they can afford. Nearly 2 million renters across the country are able to apply for a one-time top-up payment of $500 to help with the cost of […]
Canada’s Volunteer Awards allow the Government to recognize the contributions that volunteers, not-for-profit organizations, social enterprises and businesses across the country make to our communities. This year’s call for nominations for Canada’s Volunteer Awards is open from February 16 to April 26. Nominate an individual, a not-for-profit organization, a social enterprise or a business today! […]
On February 15, we celebrate the National Flag of Canada Day across the country. 2023 marks 58 years since Canada’s red and white maple leaf flag was selected as the National Flag of Canada. Since then, our national flag has become a symbol that unites all Canadians and reflects the common values we take pride […]
Today, the Prime Minister met with all thirteen premiers to work together to improve health care for Canadians. For generations, our public health care system has been part of what it meant to be Canadian. We have made a promise to each other that no matter where you live, or what you earn, you will […]
The Community Services Recovery Fund (CSRF) is now open. The application process was launched on January 6, 2023, and will remain open until February 21, 2023. To apply: https://communityservicesrecoveryfund.ca/
February is Black History Month, providing an opportunity to celebrate the contributions of Black communities to Canada. It is also a time to listen and raise awareness about the issues Black #Canadians are facing. This year’s theme is Our story to tell. It invites us to learn more about #Black Canadians’ stories through sacrifice, triumph […]
Today, on International Holocaust Remembrance Day, we remember and pay tribute to the more than six million Jews who were systematically persecuted and murdered by the Nazis during the Holocaust, and the millions of other victims of Nazi atrocities. The United Nations General Assembly designated January 27th as International Holocaust Remembrance Day because it’s […]
Islamophobia is a concrete and daily reality for Muslim communities across Canada. Our government has heard directly from impacted communities, and is stepping up its efforts in the fight against Islamophobia. Today, January 26th 2023, our government announced the appointment of Amira Elghawaby as Canada’s first Special Representative on Combatting Islamophobia. Ms. Elghawaby will serve […]
Sunday, January 22nd is Lunar New Year, also known as the Spring Festival in China, the Tết Festival in Vietnam, and Seollal in Korea. Lunar New Year is a one of the most important holidays for members of the Chinese, Korean, and Vietnamese communities. This year, we welcome the Year of the Rabbit in Chinese […]
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