On Parliament Hill

Canada’s 150th anniversary of Confederation in 2017 is set to be an exceptional year for Canadians.

As the weather beings to warm, fishing season opens and Manitobans look forward to their spring and summer outdoor pastimes, I’d like to share with you some of the things that our government is doing to stand up for hunters and anglers in Manitoba.

In Canada we are blessed with peace and prosperity. However, as we all know, the story is very different in Ukraine right now.

Over the past week there has been much discussion surrounding the Federal Budget brought forward by Finance Minister Joe Oliver.

On Tuesday, I had the pleasure of being in the House of Commons to hear Finance Minister Joe Oliver deliver Economic Action Plan 2015 which will support jobs and growth in Provencher, help our families and communities prosper and ensure the security of all Canadians.

To help ensure Canada’s long-term economic prosperity, our Conservative Government knows that it is essential that Canadians have affordable access to the training and education they need to get well-paying jobs.

With the global economy plagued by uncertainty, the only way for Canada to ensure a prosperous economic future is through the sound management of taxpayer dollars.

Many people here in Provencher rely on small and medium-sized businesses to make a living. In fact, these businesses account for nearly 90% of jobs in the private sector across Canada.

Whether new to Canada or new to filing taxes, the Harper Government is supporting Canadians this tax season.

Cyberbullying is a sad reality faced by too many young Canadians across the country. It can destroy the lives of its victims and their families.