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The Honourable Peter Van Loan, Leader of the Government in the House of Commons, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development, will make an important announcement.
Seniors in Markham will benefit from more social opportunities and will learn new skills, thanks to support from the New Horizons for Seniors Program (NHSP). The Honourable Alice Wong, Minister of State (Seniors), made the announcement today.
The Honourable Jim Flaherty, Minister of Finance, will make an important announcement at the Canadian National Vimy Memorial
Regina, Saskatchewan, May 13, 2013-Today, the Honourable Maxime Bernier, Minister of State (Small Business and Tourism), met with local small business entrepreneurs who are members of the Canadian Federation of Independent Business. He listened to the priorities of Regina entrepreneurs while underscoring the Harper Government's recent efforts to help small and medium-sized enterprises (SME) through Economic Action Plan 2013.
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Canada Summer Jobs Initiative puts students to work
Submitted by editor on Wed, 05/15/2013 - 19:58
May 15, 2013
Chilliwack—Students in Chilliwack-Fraser Canyon will gain valuable work experience this summer, as a result of the Government of Canada's Canada Summer Jobs initiative. Mark Strahl, Member of Parliament for Chilliwack-Fraser Canyon, made the announcement today on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development.
Strahl announces funding for safer local railway crossings
Submitted by editor on Tue, 05/14/2013 - 21:39
May 14, 2013
Chilliwack- The safety of three local railway crossings will be improved thanks to funding announced by Chilliwack-Fraser Canyon MP, Mark Strahl. The Government of Canada is investing $4,400 on a railway crossing on First Street in Ashcroft, $6,350 on a crossing on Railway Avenue in Ashcroft and $5,700 on a crossing on Highway 12 in Lytton.
Strahl Recognizes National Mining Week
Submitted by editor on Tue, 05/14/2013 - 21:43
May 14, 2013
Chilliwack- Mark Strahl, MP for Chilliwack Fraser Canyon and Chair of BC/Yukon Caucus celebrated National Mining Week by recognizing the enormous contribution the industry makes to the Canadian economy.
"Our Government recognizes the important role the mining sector plays in creating jobs and prosperity for Canadians. That is why we will continue to work to attract new investment and open new markets for the Canadian mining industry," said Strahl.
Strahl speaks out against marihuana grow-ops
Submitted by editor on Thu, 04/25/2013 - 21:49
Apr 25, 2013
Ottawa- Chilliwack-Fraser Canyon MP, Mark Strahl stood in the House of Commons today to speak out against marihuana grow-ops:
"Mr. Speaker, I recently met with a number of families who are concerned by a large marihuana grow operation that has sprung up in their neighbourhood.
New support for Chilliwack Arts and Cultural Centre Society
Submitted by editor on Tue, 04/09/2013 - 18:04
Apr 09, 2013
Chilliwack – An investment by the Government of Canada in the Chilliwack Arts and Cultural Centre Society will support emerging and Aboriginal artists and a wide variety of music, dance and theatre, announced Chilliwack-Fraser Canyon MP, Mark Strahl on behalf of the Honourable James Moore, Minister of Canadian Heritage and Official Languages.
Deadline is approaching for Prime Minister’s Volunteer Awards Nominations
Submitted by editor on Tue, 04/09/2013 - 19:38
Apr 09, 2013
Chilliwack- MP Mark Strahl is reminding community members that the call for nominations for the Prime Minister's Volunteer Awards is closing on April 15, 2013, as recently announced by the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development.
Government of Canada Invests in Improvements to Harrison Mills’ Community Infrastructure
Submitted by editor on Wed, 04/03/2013 - 22:21
Apr 03, 2013
Harrison Mills, BC – Today, Mark Strahl, Member of Parliament for Chilliwack—Fraser Canyon, on behalf of the Honourable Lynne Yelich, Minister of State for Western Economic Diversification, announced support for the Fraser Heritage Society under the Harper Government's Community Infrastructure Improvement Fund (CIIF).
New treatment plant will enhance water quality for Harrison Hot Springs
Submitted by editor on Wed, 04/03/2013 - 22:12
Apr 03, 2013
Harrison Hot Springs, BC – The Village of Harrison Hot Springs will soon benefit from upgrades to its water system and will be able to begin a water utility master plan thanks to a contribution of more than $1.2 million from the Government of Canada through the Gas Tax Fund transfer.
Government of Canada Invests in Improvements to Agassiz’s Community Infrastructure
Submitted by editor on Wed, 04/03/2013 - 22:17
Apr 03, 2013
Agassiz, BC – Today, Mark Strahl, Member of Parliament for Chilliwack—Fraser Canyon, on behalf of the Honourable Lynne Yelich, Minister of State for Western Economic Diversification, announced support for the District of Kent Fitness Activity Centre under the Harper Government's Community Infrastructure Improvement Fund (CIIF).
Strahl applauds Jobs and Economic Growth Plan
Submitted by editor on Fri, 03/22/2013 - 16:24
Mar 21, 2013
Ottawa- Chilliwack-Fraser Canyon MP, Mark Strahl applauded the next phase of the Conservative Government's plan for jobs, growth and long-term prosperity. Economic Action Plan 2013 introduces a bold new training initiative, the largest investment in infrastructure in Canadian history and significant support for Canada's manufacturing.
Speeches
Strahl Salutes the Community of 'Vancouver Bar'
Submitted by admin on Tue, 06/14/2011 - 17:43
Jun 13, 2011
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Ottawa- Chilliwack-Fraser Canyon MP, Mark Strahl, stood in the House of Commons today to salute the community of Boston Bar. In support of the Vancouver Canucks the community of 800 people has, for the month of June, renamed itself, 'Vancouver Bar'.
"Mr. Speaker, my riding of Chilliwack-Fraser Canyon is a vast riding that encompasses a number of small communities, including the Fraser Canyon community of Boston Bar. Boston Bar is home to about 800 people and has its history rooted in the gold rush.
Budget Delivers Low Tax Plan for Jobs and Growth
Submitted by admin on Thu, 06/09/2011 - 15:38
Jun 08, 2011
Mark Strahl delivers maiden address in House of Commons
Ottawa- Chilliwack-Fraser Canyon MP, Mark Strahl, delivered his maiden address in the House of Commons during debate on the Conservative Government's Budget.
"As a Conservative I campaigned on our Low Tax Plan for Jobs and Growth and I am proud to see that we have delivered on our campaign commitments." Strahl added, "We promised to keep taxes low –something that no other party in this place campaigned on –and we have delivered."
