On Parliament Hill

As we head into summer, Canada Day is already just around the corner. It’s a special day to celebrate our rich history, diverse natural and cultural heritage, strong values and many accomplishments.

Canada’s history is filled with notable figures whose legacy has enriched the Canadian and global community. For instance, Alexander Graham Bell’s invention of the telephone changed the way the world communicates forever. Harriet Tubman’s courage and determination helped hundreds of slaves escape to freedom in Canada along the Underground Railroad. Nellie McClung’s leadership paved the way for equality for women in Canada. Terry Fox’s inspiring cross-Canada run continues to raise money and awareness for cancer research. Canada’s men and women in uniform have courageously fought tyranny and evil around the world throughout our history. And, every day, hard-working and generous Canadians from coast to coast to coast contribute to the Canadian experience.

The Fathers of Confederation founded our great country with a vision for a united and prosperous Canada, and 148 years later Canada stands on the world stage as a nation strong and free.

And, our Conservative Government is committed to building a stronger and more prosperous Canada for years to come. That’s why we are helping create jobs and opportunities for all Canadians, while keeping taxes low and balancing the budget. We are helping make our streets and communities safer. We are making historic infrastructure investments in communities across Canada. We are conserving Canada’s rich natural beauty. And, we are protecting and promoting Canadian values of freedom, democracy and the rule of law in Canada and abroad.

Canada is known around the world as a diverse and welcoming society. Recently, at the Summer in the City Festival in Steinbach, it was my great pleasure to welcome several new citizens to Canada. We are a nation of immigrants and our diversity is truly one of our greatest strengths. I look forward to seeing these new citizens continue to thrive and be important contributors to our great nation.

Canada’s future is indeed bright, and on July 1st, we’re proud to celebrate Canada – the best country in the world.

As your Member of Parliament for Provencher, I hope to celebrate this special day with many of you at events across the riding. I hope everyone has a very happy Canada Day!