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Last week we began sitting in the House of Commons for the first time in 2017. It has been great to be back; I have already been busy with meetings, listening to debates and attending Canadian Heritage Committee meetings.
Last week sadly began with tragedy in Quebec City. My condolences to the Muslim community in Quebec, as well as the Muslim community across Canada. As an MP, I and my colleagues are reminded that we must continue to be the voice for all Canadians in the House of Commons.
Two notable events last week were the Prime minster backtracking on his campaign promise of political reform, changing our voting system, citing no clear consensus on the issue. Had they held a referendum, as we had suggested, they would have at least made an attempt at consensus. Our Conservative Party is also fighting to not have the government tax your health benefits.
Netha Dyck is the third recipient of the Saskatoon-Grasswood Canada 150 Citizen Award! Continue reading below to see what Netha has done for our community, and watch a short clip of her accepting the award.
As always, feel free to call or stop by my office if you think we can be of any assistance.
Kevin Waugh
MP, Saskatoon-Grasswood
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SASKATOON-GRASSWOOD CANADA 150 CITIZEN AWARD
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Dr. Netha Dyck has enjoyed a dynamic and diverse career in nursing. She has provided innovative leadership in a broad range of management positions that include regional health authority, post-secondary education, continuing education and professional association, as well as acute care and long term care in both rural and urban settings. Netha holds a diploma in nursing, a baccalaureate degree in nursing, a master of science in health services administration and a doctor of education in higher education leadership. Recently, Netha was presented with the prestigious national award from the Canadian Association of Schools of Nursing (CASN) Ethel Johns Award. Netha provides outstanding strategic leadership in the delivery of 16 nursing programs, as well as a vast array of allied health programs. Thank you Netha for being a great leader in our community!
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Information taken from: www.saskpolytech.ca/news/posts/2016/dean-wins-prestigious-national-award.aspx
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SASKATOON-GRASSWOOD CANADA 150 CITIZEN AWARD FOR 2017
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Please visit my webpage at www.kevinwaugh.ca for an application and submit it online or return it to my office at #5-2720 8th Street East.
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Above Left: Valerie Creighton, President and CEO Canadian Media Fund met with me in Ottawa and provided an overview of the independent film, television and digital media production industry. Valerie is from Stoughton, SK!
Above Right: Paul McKie, Michael Haslett, Aimee Stalker and Brad Honywill with Unifor. Unifor is Canada's largest private sector union with more than 310,000 members across the country.
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Above Left: Was great to meet with Liz Shorten, Senior VP-BC, Moyra Rodger, CEO Magnify Digital Inc. and Bob Crowe, Owner Angel Entertainment of the Canadian Media Producers Association. The CMPA is Canada's leading trade association for independent producers engaged in the development, production and distribution of English language TV programs, feature films and digital media.
Above Right: Flag at half mast on the Peace Tower. Canadians are grieving for the families affected by the shootings in Quebec City.
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Above Left: Breakfast meeting at Stornoway with the Saskatchewan Conservative Caucus.
Above Right: Enjoying Lunar New Year on the Hill with MP Bob Saroya, Chung-chen Kung, Representative Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in Canada and MP Robert Kitchen.
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QUEBEC CITY NATIONAL CAUCUS MEETINGS
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Above Left: While in Quebec City attending our National Caucus meetings I was able to spend some time with Bonhomme, the "King" of the Quebec Winter Carnival. Bonhomme means "good natured-man".
Above Right: Taking a tour of the National Assembly of Quebec. Beautiful!
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Above: Visiting the National Assembly of Quebec with some of my Conservative colleagues.
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CELEBRATE NATIONAL FLAG OF CANADA DAY
FEBRUARY 15TH
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Take part in the "Share Your Moment with the Flag Challenge" by posting a picture or video of you with the flag and inspire others to do the same #canadianflag
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In February, volunteer canvassers will be knocking on the doors of Canadians to share life-saving information and raise funds to help protect you and your family from heart disease and stroke. Dr. Roberta Bondar, honorary chair and Canada's first woman astronaut and a neurologist is encouraging Canadians to give generously to one of Canada's oldest fundraising traditions. Every dollar you raise, every person you reach, and every heart you inspire helps save lives and support families in your own community, and across Canada. To donate or volunteer please go to: http://www.heartandstroke.ca/get-involved. Make a difference in your community!
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Image taken from: donate.ottawaheart.ca
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Every February Canadians mark Black History Month, a celebration of the remarkable achievements of Black Canadians and the contributions they have made to our country. For example, Viola Desmond, a Nova-Scotia businesswoman, changed the course of Canadian history by refusing to leave the white only area of a movie theatre in 1946. In tribute to her impact on the human rights and freedoms movement, the Government of Canada recently chose her as the face for Canada's ten-dollar bank note. To find out more information please go to: https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/campaigns/black-history-month.html
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