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Dr. Hedy Fry

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Member of Parliament Van Centre, former Cabinet Minister, Special Rep Gender Issues OSCE PA, longest serving female MP in Canadian history.

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Discussing with Dr. Julio Montaner and his team at his Hope to Health clinic about the value of vaccination, especially shingles, in decreasing the onset of dementia and extraordinary rise of HIV cases in Canada.

05.03.2026 01:51 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Attention situational update for Canadians in Iran

04.03.2026 15:34 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 6    ๐Ÿ” 3    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Warm wishes to everyone celebrating Holi. As Hindu families and communities gather for the Festival of Colours, may this day bring hope, harmony, and new beginnings.

04.03.2026 15:25 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Wishing a joyful Lantern Festival to Vancouverโ€™s vibrant Chinese-Canadian community, marking the end of traditional Chinese New Year celebrations that began on the Lunar New Year. May the Year of the Fire Horse bring you strength, energy, and resilience.๐Ÿฎ

03.03.2026 17:19 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 2    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Chag Purim Sameach!
From sundown today to tomorrow, Jewish communities will be gathering for Purim, a joyful holiday celebrating courage, resilience, and generosity. To all those celebrating, Happy Purim.

02.03.2026 20:46 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Over 4.4 million Canadians today are of Irish descent, one of our country's largest heritage groups & one that has played a great role in building the Canada we know today. On Irish Heritage month I wish them:ย ย 
Slรกinte is tรกinte! โ˜˜๏ธ

02.03.2026 00:45 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 11    ๐Ÿ” 4    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Over 35,000 Ukrainian children have been abducted by Russia since the start of the war, four years ago. Russia is now bartering a child for the return of each Russian prisoner of war. Canada must continue to lead on this issue. Ukraine's children are our children.

28.02.2026 04:56 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 18    ๐Ÿ” 11    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Federal Defence Minister announces the second phase of Canadaโ€™s national military housing construction program, which will deliver approximately 7,500 new Residential Housing Units for the armed forces across Canada:
www.canada.ca/en/departmen...

27.02.2026 14:47 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 7    ๐Ÿ” 3    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 1
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Liberal MPs are wearing pink to stand up against bullying of 2SLGBTQIA+ people in Canada.

#PinkShirtDay began in Nova Scotia, when two students wore pink in solidarity with a classmate bullied for wearing a pink shirt.

#Dignity #Inclusion #EqualRights ๐Ÿ’—

25.02.2026 21:27 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 10    ๐Ÿ” 2    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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B.C. MPs meeting with members from Pacific NorthWest Economic Region, including Sen. Mike Cuffe from Montana, to discuss common issues facing trade and softwood lumber.

25.02.2026 19:27 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 5    ๐Ÿ” 2    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

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electricity. It is time for OSCE nations, including Canada, to take Russia to the criminal courts for its flagrant abuse of human rights.

I salute the courage and resilience of the Ukrainian people.

Slava Ukraini. ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ

25.02.2026 00:07 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 7    ๐Ÿ” 2    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Today is 4 years since Russia invaded the sovereign nation of Ukraine, violating the 1994 Budapest Memorandum and the 1975 Helsinki Accords of the OSCE.

Since, it has continued to brutally bomb Ukraine, abduct its children, and deprive it of the necessities of life, including fuel, water, and

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25.02.2026 00:07 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 8    ๐Ÿ” 2    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

โ€ข $20 million for the Ukraine Energy Support Fund;
โ€ข Over 170 new sanctions against individuals, entities and vessels;
โ€ข The renewal of operation UNIFIER;
โ€ข $2 billion in military assistance.

24.02.2026 22:05 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 24    ๐Ÿ” 5    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 2    ๐Ÿ“Œ 1
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At the University of Ottawa, I reaffirmed Canadaโ€™s unwavering support for Ukraine on the fourth anniversary of Russiaโ€™s illegal, unjustifiable and unprovoked full-scale invasion. That is why our government announced:

24.02.2026 22:05 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 104    ๐Ÿ” 16    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 7    ๐Ÿ“Œ 1
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Travelling for March Break? Check if you've had your measles shots, health officials urge | CBC News The global spread of measles shows no signs of slowing down in 2026, including explosive outbreaks in travel hot spots like the southern U.S. and Mexico, prompting warnings from public health official...

Thousands of reported measles cases in US & Mexico this yr. Measles can be deadly or cause severe brain infection. I urge travellers to check vaccination status of all family members to ensure you are not placing yourselves, loved ones or community at risk www.cbc.ca/news/health/...

24.02.2026 00:25 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 10    ๐Ÿ” 7    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Consultations will open March 2, 2026 for a new federal Men and Boys' Health Strategy.

Learn more at: www.canada.ca/en/health-ca...

23.02.2026 17:27 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 4    ๐Ÿ” 2    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 2

Ash Wednesday marks the beginning of the 40 days of Lent for Christians around the world. To all those celebrating, may we count our blessings and care for one another through this season of reflection, renewal, and prayer.

20.02.2026 01:18 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Speaking on Helsinki principles and the violation of them by Russia's war against Ukraine 4 years ago

19.02.2026 20:23 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 3    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
Prime Minister Carney visits a construction site with Minister Robertson in Vancouver, British Columbia.

Prime Minister Carney visits a construction site with Minister Robertson in Vancouver, British Columbia.

Yesterday, we announced a landmark Build Canada Homes agreement with British Columbia โ€” one of 11 agreements across the country.

Weโ€™re working together to build more affordable homes at speed and scale, using innovative pre-fabricated technology, and Canadian materials.

19.02.2026 16:09 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 809    ๐Ÿ” 141    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 34    ๐Ÿ“Œ 6
Backgrounder: Canada and British Columbia secure a new partnership to build more homes - Canada.ca The Government of Canada, through Build Canada Homes (BCH), and with the Province of British Columbia through the British Columbia Housing Management Commission (BC Housing) have agreed in principle t...

Details: www.canada.ca/en/housing-i...

19.02.2026 14:16 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Federal + BC gov'ts announce partnership to build 700 supportive units in next yr, plus 400 affordable rental homes using ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ-made pre-fab systems. $170M through Build Canada Homes + up to $640M through BC Housing, plus $270M prov funding over 10 yrs to support housing services.

19.02.2026 14:16 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 3    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

New strategy will prioritise ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ suppliers & streamline procurement for consistent & predictable domestic demandโ€”enabling ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ aerospace, cyber & other industries to scale operations + export to trusted global partners, supporting our allies while supporting our economy & workers.

18.02.2026 21:15 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 5    ๐Ÿ” 2    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Canadaโ€™s first Defence Industrial Strategy will create 125,000 high-paying careers, increase our defence exports by 50%, & raise the share of defence acquisitions awarded to ๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ firms to 70%, an investment in Canadian security & economic prosperity โ€” and sovereignty.

18.02.2026 16:34 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 15    ๐Ÿ” 7    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 3    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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The Islamic holy month of Ramadan is a time of reflection, compassion, prayer and generosity for Muslims, many of whom will be fasting each day. To those who celebrate, Ramadan Mubarak to you and your loved onesโ€”wishing you a month of peace and community.๐ŸŒ™

18.02.2026 16:27 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 2    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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The end of an era! RIP Rev Jesse Jackson. You fought the good fight with eloquence and persuasion. Rest now, you achieved much for African Americans.

17.02.2026 23:43 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 3    ๐Ÿ” 2    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Wishing a Happy New Year to East Asian communities. This Year of the Horse is auspicious as Canada begins its new journey of independence and confidence. May it bring you all peace, joy, and prosperity.ย Gong ci fa cai! Xin nian kuai le!

17.02.2026 23:40 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Interesting mtg yesterday with Angel Liu Director General & Dr. Harry Tseng de facto Ambassador Taiwan regarding Canadaโ€”Taiwan relations

15.02.2026 23:29 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 2    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

& carried on non-Canadian backpacks seeking to benefit from the trust the maple leaf represents globallyโ€”symbol of our values & of the True North strong and free. 2/2

#NationalFlagDay

15.02.2026 23:26 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Today, on National Flag Day we reflect on the pride our flag representsโ€”and the weight it carries in moments of loss. As it flies at half-mast for the lives lost in Tumbler Ridge, we also see itย  waving proudly at the Olympics
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15.02.2026 23:26 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 5    ๐Ÿ” 2    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 3    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Canada, Denmark deepen defence ties after Greenland annexation threat | CBC News Canada and Denmark have signed a new defence co-operation agreement aimed at strengthening Arctic security amid lingering tensions over U.S. annexation threats toward Greenland. The pact enhances coll...

www.cbc.ca/news/politic...

Canadian Defence Minister McGuinty, in Munich: โ€œโ€ฆthis defence co-operation agreement with Denmark, Greenland & the Faroe Islands strengthens our collective deterrence and our ability to operate seamlessly with our NATO partners in the High North."

15.02.2026 00:38 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 32    ๐Ÿ” 10    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 3    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0