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Today we remember and honour all who served and sacrificed for Canada. Their courage and commitment will never be forgotten #CanadaRemembers #LestWeForget
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November 11, 2025 at 2:39 PM
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Yesterday, Senator @jmivilledechene.bsky.social welcomed "two remarkable, courageous women, Kathy King and Andrea Heinz" to #SenCA and delivered a statement about their efforts to raise awareness about sexual exploitation. Read/watch here: theprogressives.ca/in-the-senat...
"Kathy King and Andrea Heinz stood up and took action to say loud and clear that a society like Canada’s cannot and must not tolerate the commercial sexual exploitation of women." Senator Julie Miville-Dechêne, Quebec (Inkerman), Progressive Senate Group
November 6, 2025 at 9:40 PM
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This week in #SenCA, Senator Klyne spoke at second reading of Bill S-206, An Act to develop a national framework for a guaranteed livable basic income. Read/watch his speech here: theprogressives.ca/in-the-senat...
"Let the study of this bill be guided by evidence, compassion and prudence so that whatever path Parliament takes will strengthen both the economic foundations and the social fabric of our country." Senator Marty Klyne, Saskatchewan, Progressive Senate Group
November 6, 2025 at 5:19 PM
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It was so fantastic this evening to meet teachers from Alberta this evening who were in Ottawa as part of the Teachers Institute for Canadian Parliamentary Democracy.

You can imagine that we had lots to talk about! 💫🌈🇨🇦
November 6, 2025 at 3:58 AM
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During Question Period in #SenCA yesterday, Senator @jmivilledechene.bsky.social asked questions about forced labour and child labour. Read/watch the exchange here: theprogressives.ca/in-the-senat...
"What explains such poor performance by federal institutions that should be setting the example, when half of them did nothing to comply with this legislation?" Senator Julie Miville-Dechêne, Quebec (Inkerman), Progressive Senate Group
November 5, 2025 at 9:29 PM
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Yesterday in #SenCA, Senator Muggli highlighted the accomplishments of some of her colleagues: Senator Audette, Senator @amy61.bsky.social, Senator White and Senator Bernard. Read/watch her statement here: theprogressives.ca/in-the-senat...
"Together, our famous four remind us of the efforts so many of our colleagues have put in, not only here in Ottawa but also in their communities and regions across the country." Senator Tracy Muggli, Saskatchewan, Progressive Senate Group
November 5, 2025 at 5:39 PM
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Yesterday in #SenCA, Senator Cuzner paid tribute to his friend and former colleague, the late Ken Dryden, a man who "believed that Canadians expected their leaders to preserve and protect our institutions, not to tear them down." Read/watch here: theprogressives.ca/in-the-senat...
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"Ken Dryden loved this country, and this country loved him right back. He was an iconic Canadian, a great man and a good friend." Senator Rodger Cuzner, Nova Scotia, Progressive Senate Group
October 31, 2025 at 4:16 PM
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Yesterday in #SenCA, Senator Katherine Hay highlighted Women's History Month. Read/watch her statement here: theprogressives.ca/in-the-senat...
#WomensHistoryMonth
"Women’s History Month is not just about history made, but also history in continuous making, and all our futures depend on it." Senator Katherine Hay, Ontario, Progressive Senate Group
October 30, 2025 at 8:09 PM
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This week in #SenCA, Senator Tracy Muggli spoke to a motion pertaining to the situation in Gaza. Read/watch her speech here: theprogressives.ca/in-the-senat...
"Colleagues, we cannot change the past, but we must examine and acknowledge our role in it. I believe we must respond to the moment and shape what happens next." Senator Tracy Muggli, Saskatchewan, Progressive Senate Group
October 30, 2025 at 7:34 PM
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This week in #SenCA, senators welcomed the Honourable Mandy Gull-Masty, Minister of Indigenous Services, during Ministerial Question Period. Senator @brianfrancispei.bsky.social asked about support for Indigenous children. Read/watch the exchange here: theprogressives.ca/in-the-senat...
"I hope that you will be able to make real progress and commit to greater transparency, accountability and certainty." Senator Brian Francis, Prince Edward Island, Progressive Senate Group
October 30, 2025 at 5:25 PM
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Yesterday we celebrated Navy and Coast Guard Day. Senator Danièle Henkel delivered a statement in #SenCA to "pay tribute to their strength, endurance and dedication." Read/watch here: theprogressives.ca/in-the-senat...
"This is an opportunity to pay tribute to those who watch over our waters, coasts and lives day and night." Senator Danièle Henkel, Quebec (Alma), Progressive Senate Group
October 29, 2025 at 8:39 PM
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October 4 was World Ostomy Day and Senator Bernard recently delivered a statement in #SenCA to mark the occasion. She highlighted summer camp programs that are offered to children and adolescents living with ostomies. Read/watch her statement here: theprogressives.ca/in-the-senat...
"Honourable senators, please join me in thanking the many Canadians who step up for ostomy by donating their time, ideas and resources to help children and youth living with ostomies feel proud of who they are and simply enjoy being a kid." Senator Wanda Thomas Bernard, Nova Scotia (East Preston), Progressive Senate Group
October 28, 2025 at 2:17 PM
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Last week in #SenCA, Senator Andrew Cardozo spoke in support of Bill S-229, An Act to amend the National Capital Act (Gatineau Park), at second reading. Read/watch his speech here: theprogressives.ca/in-the-senat...
#GatineauPark #cdnpoli
"This park is one of the jewels of the National Capital Region, and it is time to protect and preserve it for future generations." Senator Andrew Cardozo, Ontario, Progressive Senate Group
October 27, 2025 at 8:02 PM
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This week, Senator Duncan Wilson welcomed representatives from QMUNITY to Ottawa and delivered a statement in #SenCA about the vital role played by this organization. Read/watch his statement here: theprogressives.ca/in-the-senat...
"Colleagues, in a world where divisive and populist politics are gaining a foothold, it is community-based service providers like QMUNITY that represent a safe harbour from the storm." Senator Duncan Wilson, British Columbia, Progressive Senate Group
October 24, 2025 at 7:07 PM
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Fière d’avoir contribué à l’adoption au Sénat du Canada du projet de loi #S228
Une étape critique — nous sommes la voix des sans voix.
#PlusJamais.
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Proud to have contributed to the adoption, in the Senate of Canada, of Bill #S228.
A critical step — we are the voice of the voiceless.
#NeverAgain
October 12, 2025 at 2:02 AM
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Last week in #SenCA, Senator Danièle Henkel delivered a response to the Speech from the Throne, sharing her journey to becoming a Canadian and her hopes for our future prosperity. Read/watch her speech here: theprogressives.ca/in-the-senat...
"Let’s be clear about the challenges of today and tomorrow. It’s up to all of us — citizens, governments, businesses — whatever our allegiances, to face them together." Senator Danièle Henkel, Quebec (Alma), Progressive Senate Group
October 7, 2025 at 6:23 PM
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This week we marked National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day. Senator @brianfrancispei.bsky.social delivered a statement in #SenCA to highlight its importance. Read/watch what he said here: theprogressives.ca/in-the-senat...
"Colleagues, September 30 is not just a day on the calendar, but a call to listen, learn and act." Senator Brian Francis, Prince Edward Island, Progressive Senate Group
October 3, 2025 at 4:03 PM
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Last week, Senator Katherine Hay hosted an event with Dr. Samra Zafar, noting that her "story is not only remarkable but also revolutionary, brave and inspiring." Read/watch the statement she made about her in #SenCA: theprogressives.ca/in-the-senat...
"Dr. Samra Zafar is a living testament to the power of resilience, the strength of the human spirit and the promise of Canada." Senator Katherine Hay, Ontario, Progressive Senate Group
October 1, 2025 at 5:30 PM
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PSG senators wore orange in recognition of Orange Shirt Day and the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. We honour Survivors and their families and reaffirm our individual and collective commitment to the process of reconciliation. Every child matters.
#OrangeShirtDay #NDTR
Members of the Progressive Senate Group, wearing orange shirts, standing on and in front of a marble staircase
September 30, 2025 at 12:58 PM
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In #SenCA yesterday, Senator Tracy Muggli paid tribute to the late Honourable Ken Dryden, P.C., O.C.. Read/watch her statement here: theprogressives.ca/in-the-senat...
"Ken Dryden will always be remembered as a giant in hockey but, more importantly, as a giant in heart." Senator Tracy Muggli, Saskatchewan, Progressive Senate Group
September 25, 2025 at 8:29 PM
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Yesterday in #SenCA, senators paid tribute to the late Honourable Donald H. Oliver, C.M., K.C., O.N.S. Fellow Nova Scotian Senator Wanda Thomas Bernard delivered remarks on behalf of the Progressive Senate Group. Read/watch her tribute here: theprogressives.ca/in-the-senat...
#cdnpoli #nspoli
"A trailblazer in human rights, his contributions to social justice and equality are profound and enduring." Senator Wanda Thomas Bernard, Nova Scotia (East Preston), Progressive Senate Group
September 25, 2025 at 8:00 PM
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This week in #SenCA, Senator Katherine Hay spoke in favour of Motion No. 3, which seeks to have all Senate committees consider the influences and impacts of technology in any studies they undertake. Read/watch her speech here: theprogressives.ca/in-the-senat...
"Making technology a core consideration across Senate committees is essential for responsible governance in this period of rapid transformation." Senator Katherine Hay, Ontario, Progressive Senate Group
September 25, 2025 at 7:16 PM
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In #SenCA yesterday, Senator Wanda Thomas Bernard spoke at second reading of Bill S-205, also known as Tona's Law. Read/watch her speech here: theprogressives.ca/in-the-senat...
"Tona has endured more than any person should ever have to. Her deepest wish is that no one else suffers lasting damage to their mental health from being held in solitary confinement." Senator Wanda Thomas Bernard, Nova Scotia (East Preston), Progressive Senate Group
September 24, 2025 at 8:05 PM
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Yesterday in #SenCA, Senator Tracy Muggli delivered a response to the Speech from the Throne, outlining her journey to the Senate and what she hopes to achieve here. Read/watch her speech here: theprogressives.ca/in-the-senat...
"Reviewing and debating legislation is not an abstract exercise; it’s about understanding how our decisions affect all people." Senator Tracy Muggli, Saskatchewan, Progressive Senate Group
September 24, 2025 at 7:26 PM
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During Question Period in #SenCA yesterday, Senator @jmivilledechene.bsky.social asked questions about temporary foreign workers and how the government's decisions are impacting SMEs in Quebec. Read/watch the exchange here: theprogressives.ca/in-the-senat...
"Is lowering the foreign worker cap really good for Quebec’s economy?" Senator Julie Miville-Dechêne, Quebec (Inkerman), Progressive Senate Group
September 24, 2025 at 2:25 PM