Conservative MP Stephen Harper (Calgary-Heritage, Alta.), former prime minister of Canada, issued a statement: “I wish to inform you that I am stepping down as Member of Parliament for Calgary Heritage,” he said. “As I bid farewell to the Parliament of Canada, and prepare for the next chapter of my life, my eternal thanks to … Read more
On 28 August 2016, the House of Commons Standing Committee on Foreign Affairs and International Development begins a 12-day mission to Guatemala and Colombia. The purpose of the Committee’s travel is to examine Canada’s relationship with Guatemala and Colombia in relation to development cooperation and women’s rights and empowerment. Guatemala is Central America’s largest economy … Read more
From Aug. 3-5, Canadian parliamentarians attended the ParlAmericas sub-regional workshop in Panama City, Panama, on Parliamentary Action to Stop Climate Change. The Canadian Section of ParlAmericas was represented by Conservative Senator Tobias C. Enverga Jr. and Liberal MP Julie Dzerowicz (Davenport, Ont.). “Climate change is one of the most pressing issues of our time and the number of parliamentarians … Read more
Speaker of the House of Commons Geoff Regan (Halifax West, N.S.) issued a statement: “It is with great sadness that we learned last night of the passing of the Honourable Mauril Bélanger, long-time Member for Ottawa—Vanier, and valued colleague and friend,” he said. “A book of condolences will be available starting this afternoon in the … Read more
Liberal MP Hunter Tootoo (Nunavut) issued a statement: “The decision to step away was my own. I needed to devote all my energy into getting healthy. I’m committed to continuing my treatment with AA meetings,” he said. “I remain just as committed to my work as your Member of Parliament. I have a lot of … Read more
Speaker of the House of Commons Geoff Regan (Halifax West, N.S.) confirmed that the Mobile Millennium Carillon will be played on Parliament Hill by the Dominion Carillonneur, Dr. Andrea McCrady. This instrument is North America’s largest mobile carillon, featuring 48 bells and weighing a total of 11.7 tonnes. From July 20-22, the mobile carillon will … Read more
On April 19, 2016, the Subcommittee on International Human Rights of the House of Commons Standing Committee on Foreign Affairs and International Development adopted a motion to invite witnesses to provide an update on the human rights situation in Honduras. The Subcommittee received troubling testimony about the state of citizen security in Honduras, and in particular, the … Read more
On 17 June 2016, the Standing Committee on Foreign Affairs and International Development presented to the House of Commons a report prepared by its Subcommittee on International Human Rights entitled: Sentenced to a Slow Demise: The Plight of Myanmar’s Rohingya Minority.The Report relays testimony concerning the Rohingya, a group of over one million people of Muslim … Read more
In July 2016, the House of Commons Standing Committee on Citizenship and Immigration will conduct a study on Immigration Measures to Protect Vulnerable Groups. While it is unusual for standing committees to conduct studies in the summer months, the ongoing importance and urgency of the topic was recognized unanimously by all members. In deciding to undertake this study, … Read more
The House of Commons Standing Committee on Industry, Science and Technology is undertaking a study on Canada’s manufacturing sector, to study and develop recommendations needed for Canada’s small, medium and large manufacturing industry. The full release is available online. Call 613-947-1971.
