April 30, 2026
Message adressé aux citoyens de North Vancouver–Capilano
le 30 avril 2026 À mes amis et voisins de North Vancouver–Capilano, Aujourd’hui, le premier ministre a annoncé que j’ai accepté son invitation d’occuper le poste d’ambassadeur du Canada auprès de l’Union européenne. C’est à la fois un honneur et un moment très émouvant pour moi et ma famille, car cela signifie que, dans les mois […]
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April 30, 2026
Personal statement to the citizens of North Vancouver–Capilano
April 30, 2026 To my friends and neighbours in North Vancouver–Capilano, Today, the Prime Minister announced that I have accepted his invitation to serve as Canada’s Ambassador to the European Union. This is both an honour and a very emotional moment for me and my family, as it means that, in the coming months, I […]
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April 29, 2026
Carbon to Sea Keynote | Halifax · April 29, 2026
My thanks to Carbon to Sea for the invitation to share a few words with you today. This conference sits at the intersection of climate ambition, competitiveness, innovation and ocean science. I have had the honour of serving as Canada’s Minister of Fisheries and Oceans, Minister of Environment and Climate Change and, most recently, Minister […]
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April 9, 2026
Canada Summer Jobs
Youth Hiring Period is Now Open – Click Here to Apply! Opening Doors for Young People For many young Canadians, a summer job represents a chance to build confidence, develop new skills, and begin exploring future career paths. The Canada Summer Jobs (CSJ) program helps make these opportunities possible by connecting youth aged 15 to 30 […]
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January 30, 2026
Joint Statement on Iran
*Farsi version follows* British Columbia is home to a strong and vibrant Iranian-Canadian community. Iranian- Canadians, and Canadians more generally, are watching the ongoing violence in Iran against people demonstrating for their rights, with profound concern. Iranian-Canadians, in particular, are voicing grave concern for their loved ones and for Iran’s future. We, Liberal Members of […]
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January 9, 2026
Statement on protests in Iran, January 9th 2026
I remain deeply concerned by the escalating situation in Iran and the continued repression of those who are peacefully calling for dignity, freedom, and a voice in shaping their own future. In North Vancouver–Capilano, we are home to a strong and vibrant Iranian-Canadian community, many of whom are watching these events with profound concern for […]
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December 1, 2025
Some thoughts on the Alberta- Canada Memorandum of Agreement
Last week, Prime Minister Carney and Premier Smith announced a framework agreement (the MOU) covering several topics relating to energy, climate policy, and major project development between the governments of Canada and Alberta. Certainly, some elements of this MOU have raised questions on the part of folks who live in this riding […]
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June 13, 2025
Jonathan’s statement on the 2025 post- election cabinet selection
May 13th, 2025 Today, I do not stand among those being sworn in as members of Canada’s new Cabinet. Though my tenure as a Minister of the Crown comes to an end, the privilege of serving this country over the past seven years remains one of the greatest honours of my life. Serving as Minister […]
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February 21, 2025
Tariffs and You: Take these surveys to give your input on the threat of U.S.- Canada tariffs
We want to hear from you! As your local representatives, myself along with MLA Bowinn Ma, MLA Susie Chant, MP Terry Beech, are hoping to gather feedback from North Shore residents on how recent tariffs are impacting individuals and businesses in our community. Your input will help us better understand these effects and advocate on […]
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November 13, 2024
A Young Canadian’s Pledge to Preserve the Stories of North Shore Seniors
Meet Bonnie Li – a remarkable 16-year-old member of my Constituency Youth Council and a Grade 11 student at Mulgrave School. With a passion for singing, theatre, basketball, and nature, Bonnie embodies a love for the arts and her community. Having immigrated from Beijing in Grade 5 with her family, Bonnie also recently celebrated […]
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