February 19, 2021
Federal Government Extends Coverage of Canada Recovery Benefits and Employment Insurance
Today, Minister Qualtrough announced the Government of Canada’s intent to introduce regulatory and legislative amendments to increase the number of weeks of benefits available for the Canada Recovery Benefit (CRB),…
February 19, 2021
Federal Government Announces Bill C-22 to Repeal Mandatory Minimum Sentences for Drug Offences for Substance Users
The Government of Canada is committed to ensuring the criminal justice system keeps all Canadians, their families, and communities safe. Recent events have further highlighted the systemic discrimination and disproportionate…
February 19, 2021
Federal Government Awards Construction of New Science Vessel to Seaspan’s Vancouver Shipyards
Through the National Shipbuilding Strategy (NSS), the Government of Canada is committed to providing members of the Canadian Coast Guard with the modern vessels they need to safely and effectively…
February 18, 2021
Dr. Hedy Fry Delivers Closing Remarks at the Black Business Association of BC’s Black History Month Event
Today, I am pleased to deliver the closing remarks at the Black Business Association of BC Black History Month event with Satyen Raja Thank you for helping Vancouver’s Black-owned…
February 17, 2021
Dr. Hedy Fry Asks the Prime Minister a Question on Gun Control
Today, I rose in the House of Commons to ask the Prime Minister: Hon. Hedy Fry (Vancouver Centre, Lib.): Mr. Speaker, as a family physician, I know that gun violence…
February 16, 2021
Federal Government Introduces New Legislation That Targets Gun Violence and Criminal Activity
Gun violence has had devastating effects on communities across the country, and on too many Canadians who have lost loved ones. According to Statistics Canada, firearms were used in over…
February 16, 2021
Federal Government Supports International Students by Ensuring Online Studies Abroad Will Still Count for a Post Graduate Work Permit
International students bring so much to Canada, contributing more than $21 billion annually to our economy and supporting the vitality of our communities. The pandemic has presented myriad challenges for…
February 12, 2021
Federal Government Acknowledges Release of BC Coroner’s Report on Drug Toxicity Deaths
On February 11, 2021, the BC Coroners Service released their full report on illicit drug toxicity deaths from last year, 2020. The Coroner’s report also summarizes all illicit toxicity deaths…
February 11, 2021
Federal Government Opens Call for Proposals to Support Women Impacted by the Pandemic
Federal Government Launches the Feminist Response and Recovery Fund The COVID-19 pandemic has magnified systemic and longstanding inequalities, with women and girls disproportionately affected by the crisis. The Government of…
February 9, 2021
Federal Government Provides Support for Survivors and Families of MMIWG and 2SLGBTQQIA+ Persons in BC
Support line for those affected by missing and murdered Indigenous women, girls, Two-Spirit and LGBTQQIA+ people For immediate emotional assistance, call 1-844-413-6649. You can also access long-term health support services such as mental…
February 3, 2021
Federal Government Announces New Canadian Vaccine Production
Today, the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, highlighted investments to build Canada’s biomanufacturing capacity and talked about the next steps in Canada’s immediate response to COVID-19.…
January 31, 2021
Federal Government Waives EI Waiting Period until September 25, 2021
On January 29, 2021, Minister Qualtrough announced EI regulations will be amended to temporarily waive the waiting period for EI claimants who establish a new claim between January 31, 2021…
January 30, 2021
Federal Government Announces Stricter Travel Restrictions
On Friday January 29th, our government announced new measures to restrict travel and limit the spread of COVID-19 and its new variants. Starting this Sunday January 31, 2021 to April…
January 27, 2021
Federal Government Invests in New Metro Vancouver Electric Bus Fleet
January 26, 2021 - Media Release TransLink expands battery-electric bus fleet 15 new buses to more than quadruple TransLink’s battery-electric bus fleet NEW WESTMINSTER, B.C. – TransLink has awarded a…
January 22, 2021
Federal Government Provides An Update for Seniors
An Update for Seniors: Rapid tests: A new federal report has found that rapid tests will help protect seniors in long-term care homes. The Testing and Screening Expert Advisory Panel…
January 19, 2021
2021 Veteran and Family Well-Being Fund
The Veteran and Family Well-Being Fund provides grants and contributions to private, public or academic organizations to conduct research and implement initiatives and projects that support the well-being of Veterans…
January 18, 2021
Mental Health Resources Available for Canadians
Mental Health Resources for Canadians The COVID-19 pandemic has not been easy on Canadians’ mental health, with many people struggling with fear, uncertainty of the future, sadness, and isolation. Now…
January 5, 2021
Canada’s Vaccine Rollout Strategy
Producing a vaccine: Producing a vaccine is complex. It requires significant investments to ensure it can be produced on a large scale with good quality and consistency. Our investments in…
December 18, 2020
The Prime Minister Provides a COVID-19 Update
Prime Minister provides an update on COVID-19 // Le premier ministre fait une mise à jour sur la COVID-19 Remarks in full // Remarques complètes Bon vendredi tout le…
December 18, 2020
Federal Government Announces Gender-Based Violence Funding Agreement
Across Canada, organizations providing services to women and children experiencing gender-based violence (GBV) are dealing with extraordinary circumstances as violence against women and girls, particularly domestic violence, has intensified as…
December 18, 2020
Federal Government to Phase out Existing Discovery Islands Fish Farms
Vancouver, British Columbia – Aquaculture plays an important role in Canada’s economy and the Government of Canada is committed to managing it responsibly and sustainably. To do so, there are…
December 17, 2020
Updates to Federal Government’s COVID-19 Response in British Columbia
Updated: December 15, 2020 Overview: Canada Over 12.5 million Canadians have been tested for COVID-19 to date. Over 5.6 million Canadians have downloaded the COVID Alert app. As of December…
December 17, 2020
An Update on Canada Immigration Statistics 2020
Despite the impacts that COVID-19 has had on immigration in 2020, IRCC has continued working hard to ensure that people can immigrate to Canada safely and responsibly respecting all health…
December 15, 2020
Federal Government Launches Plan to Plant 2 Billion Trees
Today, the Honourable Seamus O’Regan, Canada’s Minister of Natural Resources, launched the Government of Canada’s plan to plant two billion trees over 10 years, with an investment of $3.16 billion.…
December 14, 2020
Hedy Fry Thanks Chef Amanda from Gordon Neighbourhood House for Preparing 5,000 Meals for Those in Need
Thank you to Chef Amanda Bacaleinick from Gordon Neighbourhood House who prepared 5,000 nutritious meals for isolated seniors and single-parent households during COVID-19. Her work was supported through the Government…
December 12, 2020
Federal Government Announces Strengthened Climate Plan
A Healthy Environment and a Healthy Economy Canada’s strengthened climate plan to create jobs and support people, communities, and the planet Background: As the Government of Canada continues to protect…
December 11, 2020
2021 Summer Leadership Program Applications are Now Open
The Summer Leadership Program is a unique political opportunity that gives young people across Canada vital job experience serving in the offices of Members of Parliament, Ministers, the Prime Minister's…
December 10, 2020
Federal Government Announces Permanent Residence Pathway for Refugee Claimants That Worked in Canada Healthcare Sector During COVID-19
Recognizing the considerable contribution and sacrifice health-care workers have made in Canada throughout the pandemic, the Honourable Marco E. L. Mendicino, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, announced today that on December 14,…
December 8, 2020
Federal Government Awards Contracts for Distribution of COVID-19 Vaccine, Once Approved
The Government of Canada is protecting the health and safety of all Canadians, and will continue to do so by ensuring access to vaccines. The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of…
December 3, 2020
Hon. Hedy Fry Hosts Virtual Townhall with Minister Patty Hajdu
On December 2, 2020, I hosted Minister of Health Patty Hajdu. Thank you Minister Hajdu for a frank and informative discussion at our Vancouver Centre Virtual Townhall last night. Your…
December 3, 2020
Hon. Hedy Fry speaks on Bill C-7: An Act to amend the Criminal Code (Medical Assistance in Dying)
Updated: On December 10, 2020 Bill C-7 got majority support in the House of Commons and now goes before the Senate. On October 21st, I spoke in the House of…
December 2, 2020
New Supports for Seniors – Fall Economic Statement 2020
On Monday, the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance announced the next steps in our plan to support Canadians through the pandemic and rebuild our economy. I would like…
December 1, 2020
Hon. Hedy Fry Commemorates World AIDS Day 2020
This year marks the 30th anniversary of the first episode of the Dr. Peter Diaries. It was an honour to remember with Shirley Young, Dr. Peter's mother. Peter was diagnosed…
November 27, 2020
Update on Canada’s Vaccine Plan
Canada’s vaccine plan: Canada is well positioned to provide access to COVID-19 vaccines to all Canadians in 2021, having negotiated agreements with 7 promising vaccine manufacturers. The Public Health Agency…
November 25, 2020
Federal Government Takes Action to Protect Aquatic Species at Risk
November 25, 2020 The health of our marine and freshwater environments and the wildlife they sustain are critical to our country’s culture, well-being, and economies. Yet some of the species…
