Today, on #BellLetsTalk Day, I invite you to join the conversation! Join Millions of Canadians who come together to speak out, break down stigma, and talk openly about mental health. We’ve come so far, but there’s still a long way to go.

Similar to the vaccine mandate established by the United States (which mandates that all truck drivers entering the United States must be vaccinated), Canada has implemented a policy requiring all truck drivers crossing our borders to be fully vaccinated.

If you know a volunteer, a young person, social enterprise, a business or a not-for-profit organization that is making a difference in your community, show your appreciation by nominating them for Canada’s Volunteer Awards today.

Today, Health Canada has authorized Pfizer’s antiviral treatment Paxlovid. This treatment, which can be taken at home, will be used to treat adults with mild to moderate COVID-19 who are at high risk of progressing to serious illness.

As a reminder, on March 6, 2020, ClubLink appealed to the Ontario Land Tribunal for the lack of timely decision on their application. Due to COVID-19, this hearing will be held virtually and interested constituents can tune in to watch the appeal live via YouTube.

Planting trees is an important part of our plan to fight climate change and curb biodiversity loss, and I’m excited to share an update on our government’s 2 Billion Trees Commitment.

More than 8.6 million Canadians have gotten their booster already. That’s a great start, and I want to thank everyone who’s rolled up their sleeve. If you’re eligible but haven’t signed up for your shot yet, add that to your to-do list.

With the New Year upon us, I am excited about the opportunities and work ahead. I look forward to making progress on rural internet, climate change, and much more.

Is your business interested in applying for Canada Summer Jobs funding? Learn how to apply, receive funding, and maximize your participation in the Canada Summer Jobs program.

Employers interested in applying for CSJ 2022 funding can submit their applications electronically via the online fillable application or the Grants and Contributions Online Service (GCOS).

Like many Canadians, I am deeply concerned by the impacts that #Bill21 has on Canadians’ freedom of expression and freedom of religion.

Today, the House of Commons voted unanimously to pass Bill C-3, An act to amend the Criminal Code and the Canada Labour Code, at second reading. I voted in favour of this Bill. You can track all of my votes in the House of Commons here.

Content Warning: This article will discuss broad themes of violence against women and firearm use. This may be triggering to readers with similar experiences.

On this day, we commit to continue to work to identify, remove, and prevent barriers that still exist and increase the opportunities available to persons with disabilities, to build a Canada that is fairer, more inclusive, and accessible for everyone.

I am excited to be a leader of this societal transformation in my new role as Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Women, Gender Equality, and Youth.

Today’s job numbers released by Statistics Canada show Canada’s labour market gaining 154,000 jobs in November, almost five times higher than originally forecasted.

Important updates from our government during the first week of December 2021, including our progress on Afghanistan and celebrating International Day of Persons with Disabilities.