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Message from Surrey Centre – Event Coming Up Soon.

Our Road to Convention is Coming to Surrey! On March 4th, Liberals from across British Columbia will be gathering for an exciting event in Surrey, and I’d like you to be part of it!  As part of our Forward to LIB2023 Series, this one-day event is an opportunity for Liberals in British Columbia to connect for innovative policy discussions, special keynote speakers and training sessions ahead of May’s 2023 Liberal National Convention in Ottawa. This will be a great opportunity to collaborate on how we can all build up the Liberal movement here in BC. 

Registration for the Forward to LIB2023: Surrey is now open! – join me in Surrey on March 4th!
Saturday, March 4th9 A.M. – 4 P.M. Pacific Time
Civic Hotel, Autograph Collection
13475 Central Ave
Surrey, BC V3T 0L8

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Justin Trudeau and our Liberal team are delivering real results to make life more affordable, grow the middle class, and build an economy that works for everyone – and it’s going to take all of us to keep Canada moving forward. 

 To take advantage of early-bird pricing for our Liberal National Convention, register before February 27th! And to learn more about the National Convention and our Forward to LIB2023 series visit 2023.liberal.ca. 
 Looking forward to seeing you there!

 Randeep Sarai Member of Parliament for Surrey Centre

February 2, 2023: Message from the Minister of Seniors.

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Dear Friends,

What a start to the New Year it has been! January proved to be a busy month, full of announcements, meetings and planning for the year ahead!

On January 31, Minister Duclos and I were pleased to welcome the publication of long-term care standards developed by the CSA Group and the Health Standards Organization (HSO). It was an important day and another milestone in the effort to improve the quality of care provided to residents and families in LTC. Every senior in Canada deserves to live in dignity, safety and comfort, regardless of which province or territory they call home. 

As we enter February, we also prepare to celebrate and commemorate Black History Month. This is a time to honour the legacy of Black Canadians, past and present, and to recognize the significant contributions they have and continue to make to our country. Find out more about how we have been able to fund many Black Canadian organizations and communities through the New Horizons for Seniors Program. 

Last month, I met with older Canadians across Ontario, and I had the privilege to learn more about the incredible work of seniors-serving organizations in the province. Over the course of my tour, I had the chance to meet with several organizations dedicated to helping seniors remain more connected, supported, and active members in their communities. It was inspiring to see how these organizations are making a real impact on the lives of seniors. You can read more about my Ontario tour here. 

We know that one of the top issues is the challenges that seniors continue to face with global inflation, which is raising the costs of basic necessities like groceries. Over the past year our government introduced concrete, targeted measures to help Canadian seniors who need it most. Our Government has doubled the GST which put an average of an additional $225 in the pockets of Canadian seniors, and delivering a $500 one-time top-up to the Canada Housing Benefit to support low-income renters. And we continue to deliver support through the Canada Pension Plan benefits, and the Guaranteed Income Supplement for seniors which goes up with the cost of inflation.

As Minister of Seniors, I am committed to ensuring that seniors from coast to coast to coast have access to the supports they need. Additionally, as tax season is approaching, I encourage you to take the time to read about what you could claim on your income tax and benefit return and the benefits and credits available to seniors as well as information on free income tax clinics you can visit to help you file your taxes. 

You will also find information about: Announcement of new standards on long-term careTax seasonUpdates on the National Seniors CouncilPlease take a moment to share this link with friends and colleagues so that they can sign up to receive my updates. 

Thanks for reading and sharing.

Kamal Khera 
Minister of Seniors

National LPC Convention Information May 4-6, 2023, Ottawa.

The countdown is on for our 2023 Liberal National Convention happening May 4-6, 2023 in Ottawa!

This spring, thousands of supporters from coast to coast to coast will join us for policy discussions, special keynote speakers, innovative campaign training sessions, and the election of our next National Board of Directors. This will be an event you won’t want to miss!

As we continue our work together to grow the most open and inclusive movement in Canadian politics, we’re looking forward to seeing you in Ottawa to take part in this special event.

Justin Trudeau and our Liberal team are continuing to deliver real results to make life more affordable, grow the middle class, and build an economy that works for all Canadians – and it’s the power of our movement that makes this work possible.

Visit our #LIB2023 website to learn more about the Convention, our Open Policy Process, and the Forward to LIB2023 event series.
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Be sure to keep visiting the #LIB2023 website for updates on the program, news about speakers and special guests, and ticket information.

And don’t forget to mark your calendar…tickets go on sale January 16, 2023!
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We can’t wait to see you there.

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Rabi Alam, Past-President SLC BC receives Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Pin for volunteering/public service

On December 3, 2022 three members of the BC Section, Senior Liberals Commission received the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Pin for volunteering/public service. Pictured left, our Past-President Rabi Alam with Madaline Alam and Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Disability Inclusion Carla Qualtrough looking on as Rabi receives his award in Victoria, B.C., for volunteering/public service. Congratulations, Rabi!

Mary and Gary Begin of Delta, B.C. to receive the Queen’s Jubilee Pin for Public Service.

Mary and Gary Begin, long-time members of the Senior Liberals Commission B.C. and the Delta Electoral District Association are to receive the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Pin for Volunteering/Public Service in an award ceremony to take place in Victoria, British Columbia on Saturday, December 3, 2022. Congratulations, Mary and Gary! Well-deserved award for you both.

Judith Higginbotham, our Past-President, to receive Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Pin for Public Service.

 

Congratulations to Judith Higginbotham, who recently served as President and Chair, Senior Liberals Commission, B.C. Section. Judy will receive the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Pin for Volunteering/Public Service. Judith Higginbotham has had a fascinating career and has worked and travelled all over the world, always dedicated to fairness and the development of people and their potential to make things better. An award well-deserved, Judy – congratulations!

 

A Cleaner, Greener Canada – Join the Panel Discussions

News from Suzanne Cowan, Liberal Party of Canada:

Next week, on December 6th and December 8th we will be hosting our next two virtual Forward to LIB2023 Events on Building a Cleaner, Greener Canada.

On December 6th, we will be joined by Terry Duguid and Julie Dabrusin, and on December 8th we will be joined by the Hon. Marie-Claude Bibeau. Both will feature a conversation about the Liberal government’s work to reduce our emissions and protect our environment.

Forward to LIB2023: Building a cleaner, greener Canada – English Panel

December 6th, 2022 • 7 pm ET / 4pm PT

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Forward to LIB2023: Building a cleaner, greener Canada – French Panel

December 8th, 2022 • 7 pm ET / 4pm PT

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Upcoming Talks and Panels of Interest to Older Canadians.

http://federalslcbc.ca/upcoming-talks-and-panels-of-interest-to-older-canadians/

Forward to LIB2023: Support Canada’s Seniors – English Panel

October 26th, 2022
7 pm EDT/4pm PDT

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On November 8th, we will be joined by Hon. Gudie Hutchings and Lloyd Longfield and on November 10th we will be joined by Hon. François-Philippe Champagne, Sophie Chatel and Stéphane Lauzon. Both will feature a conversation about the Liberal government’s work to support rural communities from coast to coast to coast.

Forward to LIB2023: Supporting rural communities and building a better future together – English Panel

November 8th, 2022 • 5:30 pm EST/ 2:30 pm PST

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Forward to LIB2023: Supporting rural communities and building a better future together – French Panel

November 10th, 2022 • 7 pm EST/4pm PST

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