One Country, One Canada
November is a month of Remembrance and the wearing of a poppy its symbol. Each November, we pause, not only to remember those who were willing to give their lives for our nation, but to reflect ...
It's Tme to Re-invigorate Canada's Energy Sector
With a Federal election only a few months away, the future of Canada’s energy sector is shaping up to be one of the most heated and contentious points of debate.
Combatting Climate Change
All federal political parties and many Canadians agree - climate change is real. As responsible stewards of our environment, we must do our part to minimize the negative impacts of human activity ...
Canada’s Economic Health
Canada’s Economic Health On December 16 the Liberal Government issued Canada’s Fiscal Update – the report card on the health of Canada’s economy. According to the Finance Minister, Canada’s economy is ”strong and growing with some challenges”. But the facts about Canada’s ... Full Article
Read my report to the NATO PA Science and Technology Committee
I am pleased to provide my special report to the NATO Parliamentary Assembly (NATO PA) in both English and French. The report was adopted on Monday, November 19th at the NATO Parliamentary Assembly’s Annual Session in Halifax. NATO SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY: MAINTAINING THE EDGE AND ... Full Article
100th Anniversary of Armistice
Remembrance Day serves as a reminder of the solemn responsibility we have to recognize the significant contributions our veterans have made throughout history to preserve and protect the values for which our nation stands. Canada is a nation of peace, inclusion and acceptance. It’s these ... Full Article
NAFTA to USMCA, Not Just the Loss of “Free” Trade
Recently the Liberal Government agreed to the next version of NAFTA, now called the USMCA. How should the success of this new trade agreement be measured? To adequately evaluate the new agreement, the following three issues should be considered: Loss of Sovereignty vs. Trade Deal The USMCA is ... Full Article
Why I crossed the floor to the Conservatives
On Monday, Sept. 17 I made a difficult decision to do what is right, not what is easy. When I marked an ‘x’ beside my name on the ballot in 2015, my constituents entrusted me to represent them. To honour that trust, I must do all that I can to serve the country to the […] Full Article