Dr. Hedy Fry

Fed gov't introduces Bill C-25 to further strengthen & protect Canada's election system. These changes are based on recommendations from the Public Inquiry into Foreign Interference and the Commissioner of Canada Elections. The bill will address: - Foreign interference in leadership & nomination races - Deepfakes & digital impersonations - Unduly long ballots - Disinformation & ballot tampering - Political party privacy requirements For more details: canada.ca/en/democratic-…

Canada has hit its 2% NATO defence spending target. We made a promise to transform our defence — and we’re getting it done.

Epilepsy affects nearly 1 out of 100 people worldwide. #PurpleDay is a global initiative founded by 🇨🇦 Cassidy Megan to raise awareness about & show support to those living with this neurological condition. Let us stand together in dispelling stigma & building true inclusion.

Canada is an Arctic nation.  As the Arctic becomes more important strategically and economically our sovereignty in the North must be backed by concrete investment; in infrastructure, defence, and community development. We must act decisively to protect and defend our Arctic as a sovereign nation in the short and long term.  substack.com/redirect/9e323…

The Stats are out. The Can population has decreased for the first time since Confederation. Soon labour market woes, productivity and economic growth will follow. Immigrants have increased our competitive edge in the global marketplace. How often a simplistic response to a complex problem brings unintended consequences!

Met with Pride Society Canada to discuss the rising costs facing Pride festivals across Canada, which includes increased costs to ensure the safety and security of the 2SLGBTQI+ community. It is essential that all levels of government and the corporate sector ensure the communities they serve can celebrate in safety. Diversity and Equality are Charter Rights! @vancouverpride @FierteMTLPride @PrideToronto

Up to $6.5M from fed gov't available for projects that improve prevention & response to calls for search and rescue assistance. Organizations can respond to the 2026–27 Search and Rescue New Initiatives Fund (SAR NIF) call for proposals until May 15, 2026, at noon Pacific Time. Apply for funding: publicsafety.gc.ca/cnt/mrgnc-mngm…

Been a lot of discussion about Bill C-9. Our Charter guarantees freedom of religion and expression, and that will not change.  But threats and violence in the name of religious belief, cannot stand. We can protect fundamental freedoms  AND protect Canadians from hate and violence.

A snow-free winter in Vancouver. we haven’t seen this in over four decades. Concern for what it could mean for our fire ravaged province. Climate change is real & urgent affecting our environment, our economy, and our future. We must implement solutions that work for Canada. Nay-sayers must be part of that solution. The evidence is clear. #VancouverCentre #cdnpoli

Canada is assuring its sovereignty in space.🚀   We will invest $200M to build a launch pad in Nova Scotia, partnering with Canadian companies like  ( the nsme of the Nova Scotia company) and @MDA_space to ensure our satellites, technology, defence, and information, remain safe, secure and independent.   youtu.be/rVGlugiN_Cg

Simon Fraser University's Cedar Supercomputing Centre Expansion is a significant investment in Canada's domestic AI infrastructure, the largest of its kind in 🇨🇦 working with SMEs to help them as needed with transition. They are expanding with other universities across the country to develop a sovereign industry. Canada continues to lead in world-class AI and quantum supercomputing research. @SFU

To everyone observing here in Canada and around the world—may the arrival of spring come with it shared hope and resilience for the days ahead. Nowruz Mubarak!

Canada's bilingualism is a core part of our national identity, and Francophone communities have played a seminal role in the building of this nation, contributing to our rich cultural heritage & core values. Vive la culture francophonie !

A year after tariffs hit our auto sector during which our Gov't has been building new trade agreements & refocusing the industry for success, @pierrepoilievre suddenly woke up to the problem. His solution? Hope things get back to normal & wait for a miracle. Not having consulted with the industry nor the workers He has no plan for worker support & none to rebuild the sector.  Just wait & hope the capricious leader to the South will change his mind. As PM Carney says: " Nostalgia is not a strategy!"

Today marks Eid al-Fitr, the final day of Ramadan for the Muslim community In Canada.  The holiday is often marked by family gatherings, community prayers, and and local festivals. Wishing a joyful evening to all those celebrating!

A pleasure to visit Ballet Vancouver, a newly formed, non-profit ballet company in Vancouver Centre with a clear, bold artistic vision that is already attracting professional Canadian dancers back home from top international institutions. Proud to represent a riding so deeply saturated with arts and culture.

Warning: Mpox variant detected in Toronto brought back from travel. Last mpox outbreak in 2022 stemmed from low vaccination rates & lack of awareness. Risk is higher with multiple sexual partners. Call 811 for health advice & info on vaccination and testing. Stay healthy.

While others look the other way, we’re taking action to protect Canadian journalism. AI companies must respect the value of the content they rely on. full stop. #cdnpoli globalnews.ca/news/11735906/…

Shout out to #YVR ranked #1 airport in North America and 10th globally. Totally agree!!

“Canada in push for joint G7 and Middle East effort to de-escalate Iran war” theguardian.com/world/2026/mar…