Canadian Retirement Income Calculator

Canadian Retirement Income Calculator The Canadian Retirement Income Calculator will provide you with retirement income information. This includes the Old Age Security (OAS) pension and Canada Pension Plan (CPP) retirement benefits. To estimate your retirement incomes from various sources, you ... Full Article

MP Report – Time, Talent and Treasure

Time, Talent & Treasure We all have something to give – our time, our talents and our treasure (money).  Some have more of one than another, but we all have something we can give. Community service is the price you pay to live somewhere and everyone should get involved in their community ... Full Article

MP Report – Work Opportunities

Work Opportunities Unemployment in Calgary continues to rise, but many do not know where to start the job search, especially if they are looking to change careers. Our local economy benefits when those looking to fill jobs get connected with the right people. Whether you are in need of a job, ... Full Article

Healthy Home Challenge

  Spot the health hazards in your home and learn how to protect yourself and your loved ones. Take the Healthy Home Challenge at www.canada.ca/healthy-home. Full Article

MP Report – Do you know your ABCDE’s?

MP REPORT Do You Know Your ABCDE’s?   Hopefully you are enjoying the outdoors this summer, but are putting yourself at risk?  This year, almost 7,000 Canadians will be diagnosed with melanoma after spending too much time in the sun in the past. Melanoma is one of the most aggressive ... Full Article

Dalhousie Digest is going digital!

The Dalhousie Digest is going Digital! Sign up for the community newsletter online at www.dalhousiecalgary.ca and take advantage of every community event, program, and opportunity to get involved. Full Article

MP Report – Car Theft

It Costs Everyone Car theft becoming a massive cost for every Canadian because the problem is getting out of control and the criminals are far ahead of law enforcement.  Car theft us up over 35% since 2015. Car theft provides a major source of funding for terrorist and crime organizations to ... Full Article

2024 Alberta Caucus

Alberta has a strong team of Conservative Members of Parliament in Ottawa and we are making sure Alberta’s priorities are loudly heard in the House of Commons. We have managed to make a difference in a wide variety of areas for all Albertans. In my mailing, and as Chair of the Alberta Caucus, ... Full Article

Retirement Hub

New Retirement Hub June is Seniors Month and a great time to highlight a number of services and benefits that the federal government provides for seniors.  The best place to get information is at www.canada.ca/seniors. This year the federal government has launched Retirement Hub which is ... Full Article

Canada’s Population Clock

Canada’s Population Clock Statistics Canada has a population clock that provides a real-time view of Canada’s changing population. This dashboard tracks migration between provinces, births, deaths and immigration. View Canada’s Population Clock Full Article

Waiving Interest & Penalties On Taxes Owing

Waiving Interest & Penalties On Taxes Owing If you find yourself owing taxes and are having difficulty paying off your tax bill, ignoring it is not the way to deal with it.  Interest and penalties of overdue taxes can be significant, but you can work with the CRA to make it easier.  Learn ... Full Article

Teacher’s Institute on Canadian Parliamentary Democracy

The Library of Parliament is now accepting applications for the 25th edition of the Teachers Institute on Canadian Parliamentary Democracy, which is set to take place from 3 to 8 November 2024. Hosted by the Speaker of the Senate and the Speaker of the House of Commons and organized by the ... Full Article

MP Report – Life or Death

Life or Death Canadians will have access to medical assistance in dying (MAiD) when their only condition is mental illness.  The only question is when. In the past, I supported MAiD legislation because we need to have a legal framework around life and death choices and decisions. This is a ... Full Article

Register Your Travel

Register Your Travel Registration of Canadians Abroad is a free service that allows the Government of Canada to notify you in case of an emergency abroad or a personal emergency at home. The service also enables you to receive important information before or during a natural disaster or civil ... Full Article

Genealogy, Family and Military History

Genealogy, Family and Military History There are many records that can help you learn more about your ancestor’s experiences, including the census, naturalization records, immigration records, and military records. Read on to find resources that can help you with your research. Census ... Full Article

Student Aid and Education Planning

Student aid and education planning Plan for an education, save, budget and explore student aid and career options. Student aid Canada student loans, grants, scholarships and other aid. Lifelong Learning Plan Withdraw funds from your Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) to finance training ... Full Article

Canadian Benefit for Parents of Young Victims of Crime

Canadian Benefit for Parents of Young Victims of Crime The death or disappearance of a child is devastating and can leave parents unable to work. If you are a parent or legal guardian who consider to/or have taken time away from work and suffered a loss of income to cope with the death or ... Full Article

Dental Benefits

There are currently two dental benefits in place. The Canada Dental Benefit (CDB) is currently open for applications and is intended to help parents pay for dental care for children 12 and under who are not covered by a dental plan.  Learn more about the CDB and apply. The Canadian Dental Care ... Full Article

MP Report – Small Change, Big Impact

Small Change, Big Impact In 2021, the House of Commons unanimously passed my Private Members Bill C-210.  This Bill allows Canadians to indicate their willingness to become an organ and tissue donor through their tax forms. This past tax season, the question appeared on the annual tax forms in ... Full Article

CSIS is hiring

Are you adventurous? Resilient? Thrive on solving complex problems? Are you ready for a challenging career in advancing Canada’s national security interests? If the answers are YES, apply today. The Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS) is hiring for a variety of careers. MORE> Full Article