Motion 71: One solution to the housing crisis
We are in a housing crisis, and it has and will continue to define our community over the coming years. From young people unsure if they’ll be able to live…
COP27: A deeply flawed process, but it’s all we’ve got
When I first began following the annual, international UN climate talks in 2007, I was powerless to influence their outcome. So, I started a not for profit in our community…
Does it do more harm than good? Why I voted in support of C-5 and against C-11
I don’t expect any legislation I vote on in Ottawa will be perfect, or will fully address our community’s interests. But when I vote on any legislation, one of the…
Cross party push for Canada Disability Benefit
Over 70 MPs from across party lines have signed a letter in support of fast-tracking a new Canada Disability Benefit. You can view the letter below or download it. The…
Voting on the Emergencies Act
Last week the federal government invoked the Emergencies Act, giving broader powers to governments, police, and financial institutions to end the blockades and protests of the “Freedom Convoy”. Members of…
Ending Disability Poverty
In Canada today, the sad truth is this: disability and poverty go hand in hand. A staggering 41% of people living in poverty across the country have a disability. The…
Climate justice, difficult truths, and seeds of hope
Reflections from COP26, the United Nations annual climate change conference “What do we want? Climate Justice! When do we want it? Now!” We chanted it in the streets in Glasgow…