Table of Contents
- The Top Three: Collective Bargaining Update + Service Disruptions, Canada Summer Jobs, Air Passenger Rights
- Davenport MP Report: Working hard for you
- Links to important Federal News & Announcements
- Davenport Federal Funding Available (including Small Business supports!)
Hello Davenport Friends and Neighbours,
C-11, the bill that regulates online streaming services and requires them to pay to support Canadian media content such as music and TV shows, received Royal Assent last night. This new law gives the CRTC broad powers to regulate digital media companies and levels the playing field to ensure that online platforms follow the same regulations and requirements as traditional broadcasters, including allocating a certain amount of money to fund Canadian content. I fully support C-11 and do not agree in any way that it restricts freedom of expression.
Public sector strike continues; today is day 10. There was a list of 570 issues that the public sector union (PSAC) raised and the federal government has resolved all except for a minor handful. Two key issues are what is blocking an agreement. I explain below what the two issues are and what our position is. Note that there are a number of federal services that are impacted. Please carefully read the section below for what services are still available.
Earlier this week I had the privilege to host 42 “Top 10” leaders of Canada’s Hispanic and Latin American community on Parliament Hill. They met with Ministers, Members of Parliament and Senators, and had a chance to learn more about how our federal government works. It was an honour to host them – the contributions of the community are an inspiration to all Canadians and make Canada a stronger and better country. Watch my 1 minute statement in the House of Commons here.
Last week, as Chair of Canada NATO Parliamentary Association, I also had the honour of hosting the NATO PA Defence and Security Committee and Subcommittee on Trans-Atlantic Defence and Security Cooperation. 35 NATO Parliamentarians from 13 NATO countries traveled to Ottawa, Halifax and Montreal to learn more about Canada’s participation in NATO and its commitment to Trans-Atlantic peace and security. It was a true pleasure to host this delegation, learn from my fellow parliamentarians, and participate in this outstanding cooperative effort.
Given the changes in the geopolitical situation including the war in Ukraine and the massive shift in global power – the world has become a more dangerous place. Many countries in the world do not share in the values that we hold dear and that govern our lives. That is why the federal government is working fast to strengthen our Canadian Armed Forces and our capacity and ability to defend ourselves.
Locally, our federal government has made an announcement that will result in the largest number of electric buses on the continent. Our Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland announced a federal investment of $395 million to buy 340 new electric buses for the TTC. With the TTC’s financial partnership the total investment will be $700 million. This is a direct response to our Net Zero by 2050 goals, and a huge step towards sustainable and affordable transit.
As the crisis in Sudan continues, our federal government stands with the Sudanese people in their pursuit of peace and calls for an end to violence. Canada has deployed 200 troops to coordinate the evacuation of Canadians. We have already completed two airlifts of Canadians out of the country. If you know anyone who is currently in Sudan, here is the information to pass along: Emergency watch Response Centre: Phone: +1 613-996-8885, Text message: +1 613-686-3658, WhatsApp: +1 613-909-8881, Telegram at Canada Emergency Abroad or E-mail: sos@international.gc.ca
Regarding foreign Interference in Canada, global reports have concluded that there are approximately 100 extra-territorial Chinese police stations operating worldwide, with roughly 5 in Canada.
Ottawa has opened investigations into Chinese extra-territorial police stations, and if community members are being harassed by staff from these stations, the government has provided a phone number to call, 1-800-420-5805 and an email to contact: RCMP.NSIN-RISN.GRC@rcmp-grc.gc.ca
Thanks to everyone who brought in donations for Toronto Cares Initiative. I will be delivering them tomorrow! Sikh celebration this weekend at City Hall! I plan on attending the Annual Khalsa Day Parade to celebrate the Sikh New Year. I invite all of you to join me!
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My best regards,
Julie Dzerowicz
Member of Parliament, Davenport