Progressive Senate Group

"I believe now is the right time to deliver this financial support, as Canadians continue to feel the impact of ongoing challenges, including the uncertainties brought about by developments on the trade and tariff front." Senator Rodger Cuzner, Nova Scotia, Progressive Senate Group

Second reading debate on Bill C-4, the Making Life More Affordable for Canadians Act, began yesterday in #SenCA, launched by its Senate sponsor, Senator Rodger Cuzner. Read/watch his speech here: theprogressives.ca/in-the-senat...
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"This seems like a very broad application of executive power in terms of overriding laws for anything innovative. Could you please comment on the thinking behind and goals of this measure?" Senator Marty Klyne, Saskatchewan, Progressive Senate Group

During Question Period in #SenCA yesterday, Senator Klyne raised concerns about the government’s proposal to expand executive powers in Bill C-15. Read/watch that exchange here: theprogressives.ca/in-the-senat...

"Honouring Black history and Black excellence also means recognizing past struggles, addressing current inequalities and creating a future where every Black entrepreneur can reach their full potential." Senator Amina Gerba, Quebec (Rigaud), Progressive Senate Group

February is Black History Month and in #SenCA yesterday, Senator @amy61.bsky.social delivered a statement to highlight its importance and recognize the work being achieved by organizations like Federation of African Canadian Economics (FACE). Read/watch here: theprogressives.ca/in-the-senat...

"Is your 10% cap on low‑wage foreign workers justified given the labour shortage in the regions?" Senator Julie Miville-Dechêne, Quebec (Inkerman), Progressive Senate Group

In yesterday's #SenCA Question Period, Senator @jmivilledechene.bsky.social raised the issue of the crisis in Quebec because of the restrictions on the Temporary Foreign Worker Program. Read/watch the full exchange here: theprogressives.ca/in-the-senat...

"How much longer should these folks wait before this informal agreement is formalized and their claim is resolved?" Senator Tracy Muggli, Saskatchewan, Progressive Senate Group

During Question Period in #SenCA yesterday, Senator Tracy Muggli raised concerns of Cowessess First Nation and asked about significant delays in land claim negotiations. Read/watch the full exchange here: theprogressives.ca/in-the-senat...

"Kathleen [Bigsby] led a rich and full life, making an immeasurable difference within her community." Senator Duncan Wilson, British Columbia, Progressive Senate Group

Yesterday in #SenCA, Senator Duncan Wilson rose "to honour a British Columbian who selflessly devoted much of her life to civic duty through lifelong volunteerism: Kathleen Bigsby." Read/watch his statement here: theprogressives.ca/in-the-senat...

"When an opportunity like this arises, a wave of ancestors and living people do it not only for today, but also for the next seven generations." Senator Michèle Audette, Quebec (De Salaberry), Progressive Senate Group

Last week, Bill S-2, An Act to amend the Indian Act (new registration entitlements), as amended, was adopted and sent to the House of Commons. Read/watch the 3rd reading speech by #SenCA Sponsor, Senator Audette, here: theprogressives.ca/in-the-senat...

On this National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence against Women, we mourn the loss of the 14 women at Polytechnique and we reaffirm our commitment to fight the hatred and misogyny that led to this tragedy.

#SenCA #Polytechnique #RememberThe14

"Let this moment mark a shift, not just in representation, but in respect; not just in words, but in actions; not just in politics, but in the heart of this country’s journey toward true reconciliation." Senator Judy White, Newfoundland and Labrador, Progressive Senate Group

This week in #SenCA, Senator Judy White delivered a speech at report stage of Bill S-2, An Act to amend the Indian Act (new registration entitlements), with amendments and observations. Read/watch what she said here: theprogressives.ca/in-the-senat...

"Canada has to address the severe ongoing and irreparable harms it has inflicted through the Indian Act." Senator Brian Francis, Prince Edward Island, Progressive Senate Group

This week in #SenCA, Senator @brianfrancispei.bsky.social delivered a speech at report stage of Bill S-2, An Act to amend the Indian Act (new registration entitlements), with amendments and observations. Read/watch what he said here: theprogressives.ca/in-the-senat...

"This petition is not a call for a referendum. It is a call for leadership." Senator Daryl Fridhandler, Alberta, Progressive Senate Group

Last week in #SenCA, Senator Fridhandler spoke about the "Forever Canada" petition, which was verified as successful by Elections Alberta earlier this week. Thomas Lukaszuk, who initiated and led this initiative, was in the gallery for this statement: theprogressives.ca/in-the-senat...

"The bill’s purpose is to help achieve lower prices, more choices for goods and services, stronger job growth and greater productivity and prosperity for Canadians." Senator Marty Klyne, Saskatchewan, Progressive Senate Group

In case you missed it, Senator Klyne recently introduced Bill S-239, the Canadian Prosperity Act, which aims to improve internal trade in Canada through amendments to the Competition Act. Read/watch his speech at second reading here: theprogressives.ca/in-the-senat...

"When governments begin to treat rights as privileges — to be granted or withdrawn at will — we risk hollowing out the very foundations of our constitutional democracy." Senator Kristopher Wells, Alberta, Progressive Senate Group

Last week in #SenCA, Senator @drkristopherwells.bsky.social spoke at second reading of Bill S-218, An Act to amend the Constitution Act, 1982 (notwithstanding clause). Read/watch his speech here: theprogressives.ca/in-the-senat...

"Clear Seas is a Canadian not-for-profit organization that provides fact-based information to enable governments, industry and the public to make informed decisions on marine shipping issues." Senator Duncan Wilson, British Columbia, Progressive Senate Group

This week, Senator Duncan Wilson welcomed members from the Board of Clear Seas to the #SenCA gallery and delivered a statement about the organization. Read/watch it here: theprogressives.ca/in-the-senat...

"She was responsible for a number of important firsts, opening doors and breaking barriers for generations of women, making a name for herself both within the Yukon and throughout our entire country." Senator Brian Francis, Prince Edward Island, Progressive Senate Group

This week in #SenCA, senators paid tribute to the late Honourable Ione Christensen. Senator @brianfrancispei.bsky.social delivered remarks on behalf of the Progressive Senate Group. Read/watch his tribute here: theprogressives.ca/in-the-senat...

"Our mission should be to protect children in times of war. In fact, our mission should be to protect all children so they have a chance to experience wonder, to learn and to enjoy their childhood, not live a life of fear and hunger." Senator Julie Miville-Dechêne, Quebec (Inkerman), Progressive Senate Group

November 20 marked National Child Day and Senator @jmivilledechene.bsky.social delivered a statement in #SenCA to draw attention to the plight of children in times of war. Read/watch what she said here: theprogressives.ca/in-the-senat...

"They are the essence of what constantly builds Canada and our unique and complex Canadian identity." Senator Andrew Cardozo, Ontario, Progressive Senate Group

Last week, Senator Andrew Cardozo marked the 3rd anniversary of his appointment to #SenCA with a statement about CBC/Radio-Canada, while members of his family were present in the gallery. Read/watch here: theprogressives.ca/in-the-senat...

"Can you comment on the steps taken by the Department of Justice Canada to ensure that incidents like this never happen again?" Senator Rodger Cuzner, Nova Scotia, Progressive Senate Group

During last week's Ministerial Question Period in #SenCA, Senator Rodger Cuzner asked the Minister of Justice about the criminal justice system. Read/watch the full exchange here: theprogressives.ca/in-the-senat...

"Does the government remain committed to reintroducing legislation to combat online harms, including the growing radicalization and proliferation of hate on the internet and through social media?" Senator Kristopher Wells, Alberta, Progressive Senate Group

Senator @drkristopherwells.bsky.social also asked the Minister of Justice about online harm. Read/watch that moment during Ministerial Question Period in #SenCA here: theprogressives.ca/in-the-senat...

"Is your government committed to working with all parties and groups as well as stakeholders to get this important bill passed?" Senator Kristopher Wells, Alberta, Progressive Senate Group

During Ministerial Question Period in #SenCA last week, Senator @drkristopherwells.bsky.social asked the Minister of Justice about hate crime in Canada. Read/watch that exchange here: theprogressives.ca/in-the-senat...

"When will mandatory age assurance requirements be introduced to protect Canada’s children?" Senator Julie Miville-Dechêne, Quebec (Inkerman), Progressive Senate Group

Last week the Minister of Justice answered questions during Ministerial Question Period in #SenCA. Senator @jmivilledechene.bsky.social asked about online harm. Read/watch the full exchange here: theprogressives.ca/in-the-senat...

"Entrepreneurship is a driver of growth and women play a decisive role in that regard." Senator Amina Gerba, Quebec (Rigaud), Progressive Senate Group

Last week in #SenCA, Senator @amy61.bsky.social highlighted International Women's Entrepreneurship Day. Read/watch her statement here: theprogressives.ca/in-the-senat...

"To confirm this is not picking winners and losers but fair criteria, can you tell us more about the thresholds that must be met and how these projects do so?" Senator Marty Klyne, Saskatchewan, Progressive Senate Group

During Question Period in #SenCA last week, Senator Klyne asked about projects of national significance. Read/watch the full exchange here: theprogressives.ca/in-the-senat...

"Harry and Randi Gross, Lethbridge and the broader southern Alberta region are lucky to have such strong advocates like you." Senator Daryl Fridhandler, Alberta, Progressive Senate Group

Yesterday in #SenCA, Senator Fridhandler spoke about Harry and Randi Gross, who were able to listen live from the Senate galleries. Read/watch his statement here: theprogressives.ca/in-the-senat...

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Today we remember and honour all who served and sacrificed for Canada. Their courage and commitment will never be forgotten #CanadaRemembers #LestWeForget

"Kathy King and Andrea Heinz stood up and took action to say loud and clear that a society like Canada’s cannot and must not tolerate the commercial sexual exploitation of women." Senator Julie Miville-Dechêne, Quebec (Inkerman), Progressive Senate Group

Yesterday, Senator @jmivilledechene.bsky.social welcomed "two remarkable, courageous women, Kathy King and Andrea Heinz" to #SenCA and delivered a statement about their efforts to raise awareness about sexual exploitation. Read/watch here: theprogressives.ca/in-the-senat...

"Let the study of this bill be guided by evidence, compassion and prudence so that whatever path Parliament takes will strengthen both the economic foundations and the social fabric of our country." Senator Marty Klyne, Saskatchewan, Progressive Senate Group

This week in #SenCA, Senator Klyne spoke at second reading of Bill S-206, An Act to develop a national framework for a guaranteed livable basic income. Read/watch his speech here: theprogressives.ca/in-the-senat...

It was so fantastic this evening to meet teachers from Alberta this evening who were in Ottawa as part of the Teachers Institute for Canadian Parliamentary Democracy.

You can imagine that we had lots to talk about! 💫🌈🇨🇦

"What explains such poor performance by federal institutions that should be setting the example, when half of them did nothing to comply with this legislation?" Senator Julie Miville-Dechêne, Quebec (Inkerman), Progressive Senate Group

During Question Period in #SenCA yesterday, Senator @jmivilledechene.bsky.social asked questions about forced labour and child labour. Read/watch the exchange here: theprogressives.ca/in-the-senat...

"Together, our famous four remind us of the efforts so many of our colleagues have put in, not only here in Ottawa but also in their communities and regions across the country." Senator Tracy Muggli, Saskatchewan, Progressive Senate Group

Yesterday in #SenCA, Senator Muggli highlighted the accomplishments of some of her colleagues: Senator Audette, Senator @amy61.bsky.social, Senator White and Senator Bernard. Read/watch her statement here: theprogressives.ca/in-the-senat...