I took part in an event about anti-Black and anti-Indigenous racism in the education system–a youth-led discussion for York Region youth. It was an impressive initiative, a thoughtful panel and a great opportunity to listen and learn. Thank you for inviting me!
Parks Canada has been working with ‘Blue Door’ in Rouge National Urban Park to refurbish a ‘park house’ in the Markham area of the park. The house will be repurposed to allow Blue Door to provide critical safe and supportive housing and associated services for people experiencing homelessness or who are otherwise at-risk. A local […]
With Friends of the Rouge Watershed on the trails of Bob Hunter Memorial Park. They played a pivotal role in the creation of Rouge Park. They continue to work with community groups and volunteers to protect and restore ecosystem, watershed and human health. We discussed how we can all work together to continue protecting and […]
At Stouffville Legion’s Senior Seniors Summer BBQ with my provincial counterpart, MPP Paul Calandra, and Rochelle D’souza, the event’s organizer. There were lots of masks, bubbling and social distancing. It was a great BBQ!
Today is India’s Independence Day! This day commemorates the end of British rule and the establishment of a free, independent India. Canadians of Indian origin have made extraordinary contributions to our country. Best wishes to the people of India and Indo-Canadians as they celebrate India’s 74th Independence Day! Happy Indian Independence Day! Please see the […]
My best wishes to Pakistani-Canadians in Markham-Stouffville and across Canada, and to all those celebrating — Happy Pakistan Independence Day! Our riding and country our blessed with a vibrant and dynamic Pakistani community that has, and continues to, make an extraordinary contribution to Canada. I wish you a happy Pakistan Independence Day! Please see the […]
On August 1st 1834, the Slavery Abolition Act was passed across the British Empire. Since that time, August 1st has been known as Emancipation Day. Today, we recognize those who fought for the freedom and equality of Black people, and celebrate the significant contributions of Black Canadians to our country. We also acknowledge the lasting […]
Our Government is committed to ensuring that Canadians have opportunities to learn about the full scope of our history. Four new historical designations help share the stories and recognize the historic significance of incredible Black Canadians who fought for freedom, justice and equality. Please learn more: https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=3182870278475050 https://bit.ly/30kmFgV
To everyone who is celebrating — Eid al-Adha Mubarak! Thank you to the Masjid Darul Iman for your kind invitation. Click here to see my message: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=17Q1aXgiTU0
At the Standing Committee on Health, I had the opportunity to speak with Dr. Kwame McKenzie, CEO of the Wellesley Institute, about the social determinants of health, and what we learned from Ontario’s Basic Income Pilot. For the full video, click here: https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=1751084331713444
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