Friday I introduced legislation to end the discriminatory “Gold Digger” clause that denies survivor benefits to spouses who marry after 60. Veterans and families deserve dignity and fairness. It’s time to fix this injustice. #cdnpoli #veterans #FairnessForFamilies

he College is calling for real solutions: more family doctors, team-based care, streamlined credentials, and less paperwork. This matches our NDP work on Doctors for Everyone — because family medicine is the backbone of our system. #cdnpoli #bcpoli #HealthCare #DoctorsForEveryone #GordJohnsMP

I don’t weigh in on Alberta politics — every province charts its own course. But the message from #ForeverCanadian resonates: we’re stronger together. Here in Courtenay–Alberni, our work in ship-recycling, local food, and climate-resilient forestry depends on a united Canada. Forever Canadian.

Every year before I head home for Remembrance Day, I visit the National Military Cemetery. A quiet moment to honour those who never returned, and the families and communities forever changed by their sacrifice. We recommit ourselves to peace. Lest we forget.

Last week I met with Harold Davis and Mike McGlennon from Persian Gulf Veterans of Canada. They’ve spent 35 years fighting for proper recognition — “battle honours” — the Liberals promised. I asked in the House: why isn’t the funding in the budget? We must honour our veterans.

Honouring my friend and colleague Matt Jeneroux as he steps down from Parliament. We worked side-by-side on men’s mental health, including Fathers Day on the Hill. His “Hi Dad” work has opened space for connection and healing, . I’ll miss him in the House. Wishing him and his family the very best.

Honoured to attend Honouring Women Veterans on Parliament Hill last night. Every Veteran I spoke with echoed the same message: it’s time for action on the ACVA report. Their service deserves more than words — it deserves results. #VeteransWeek # Honoured WomenVeterans

Huge congratulations to Shalaya Valenzuela of Tseshaht, winner of the national Tom Longboat Award. Silver in Paris with Canada’s Rugby 7s, a UBC champion, and a powerful role model for Indigenous athletes. Read more at Ha-Shilth-Sa. Go Shalaya! #TseshahtProud #IndigenousExcellence

Thank you @gordjohns.bsky.social for raising the issue of UK Frozen Pensions in such a succinct and effective way. I do taxes for dozens of impacted seniors - causes immense hardship and Canadian tax payers have to pick up the tab! www.facebook.com/share/v/1EmF...

In the House today, I called out runaway corporate greed. While RBC made $16B, Loblaws $2B & Rogers $1.7B, families are being bled dry at the pump, the till & by rising bills. We need an excess-profits tax to fund housing, pharmacare, mental health & good jobs. #cdnpoli #FairShare

Tomorrow’s budget is a chance to deliver for Canadians: a biomass tax credit to create clean-energy jobs; a national aerial wildfire fleet to protect communities; Indigenous-led ship repair/recycling in Port Alberni; my bill to simplify disability benefits; and real housing & cost-of-living relief.

The 400 richest Americans are now worth a record $6.6 trillion. The entire bottom 50% of America is worth just $4.2 trillion. Read that back. When 400 people control more wealth than half a country’s population, we have a very serious problem.

Honoured to attend the national launch of the 2025 #PoppyCampaign in Ottawa. Sending greetings to all gathered at Legions throughout #CourtenayAlberni for local ceremonies. Wear your poppy with pride—support our Veterans & their families. #LestWeForget #PoppyCampaign

On Oct 21, I wrote to the Minister of Fisheries & Oceans urging the return of the Ghost Gear Fund—cut in Budget 2024 despite proven success cleaning marine debris & creating local jobs. Canadians deserve leadership on ocean protection. Our planet deserves no less. Sign petiton here: bit.ly/47yGXVo

Honoured to stand with Indigenous leadership at the opening of Ahousaht First Nation's 35 new affordable rental homes in Port Alberni. This is what nation-building looks like — locally-led, deeply rooted, built for community. More to come. #HousingForAll

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I joined advocates outside the PMO to say this clearly: no cuts to foreign aid. Carney promised it—keep it. Protect and expand Canada’s support for the Global Fund to fight HIV/AIDS, TB and malaria. Canada must lead, not retreat. Lives are at stake.#cdnpoli @ResultsCda.bsky.social

Met with Minister Olszewski to push for a stronger federal wildfire response: a national fire & flood team, federal aerial firefighting capacity (incl. Coulson’s proposal), a Youth Climate Corps, & better coordination with provinces. Very positive discussion. #ClimateAction

Honoured to welcome the “Peace Trainers” back to Ottawa for the #PeaceTrain. Peace isn’t passive—it’s built daily through compassion, courage & education. Canada must be a stronger voice for peace & justice at home & abroad. #PeaceAndJustice #NDP

Been a Blue Jays fan my whole life — through the highs, heartbreaks, and those unforgettable World Series wins. All of Vancouver Island is behind our Jays as the fall classic begins! Let’s make some new memories. #GoJaysGo #BlueJays #VancouverIslandProud

This week I welcomed Peace Trainers to Ottawa & was honoured to present a petition supporting the call for a nat'l Peace & Justice Centre of Excellence — empowering youth & communities to lead in peace building & conflict prevention. Canada must lead with compassion & courage. #PeaceTrain #cdnpoli

If it wasn’t one thing, it would’ve been something else. Trump’s suspension of trade talks isn’t about one ad—it’s about instability hurting Canadian workers, families & small businesses. We need leadership that defends jobs, fair trade & rural communities. #cdnpoli #FairTrade #SupportWorkers

Yesterday I introduced a bill to make Oct 22 Peacetime Service and Sacrifice Memorial Day—a national day to honour CAF members who lost their lives in service here at home, including Cpl Nathan Cirillo and WO Patrice Vincent. Their courage and sacrifice must never be forgotten.

I tabled a petition from Canadians fed up with chronic CRA service failures—especially seniors, rural residents & those without internet. They’re calling for restored in-person help, more staff, fixed tech issues & faster service. Canadians deserve accessible, reliable CRA support.

Farmers’ right to save and reuse seed is at risk. I’m urging the government to halt proposed seed regulation changes that hand more control to big corporations. We must protect seed sovereignty, food security, and farmers’ livelihoods. #SeedsMatter #FarmersFirst

On Monday I pressed the govt to finally step up for forest workers hit by U.S. softwood tariffs. 200K+ jobs depend on this industry—yet only $50M of the $1.2B promised goes to workers. 40K BC jobs are at risk. Forestry families need action, not photo-ops. #ForestryJobs #StandWithWorkers #CanadaMade

Joined colleagues across party lines for the All-Party Climate Caucus inaugural reception. Great to connect with Oceana Canada’s Kim Elmslie as we discussed tackling toxic & plastic pollution. It’s time for Parliament to match Canada’s grassroots leadership. #cdnpoli

Today marks 10 years since Courtenay–Alberni put their trust in me to serve in Parliament. I’m deeply grateful for every conversation that’s guided my work. Thank you to my family, staff, volunteers & this amazing community—it’s been the honour of my life. 💛 #CourtenayAlberni #cdnpoli

Great to be on Denman & Hornby Islands discussing the future of Pacific herring with Dorrie Woodward & Grant Scott—two longtime advocates for the Mid-Island Inside Passage run. We must keep the herring TAC sustainable so these vital fish thrive for generations. #Herring #PacificCoast

Great day on the Hill with Vélo Canada Bikes, MP Julie Dabrusin & Sen. Marty Deacon for the Slow Bike Challenge I spoke later about how cycling boosts both physical & planetary health—and why we must expand the Active Transportation Fund. #ActiveTransportation #cdnpoli

Honoured to receive CAPSA’s Allyship Award at the WOW Festival in Ottawa. This is for all who fight to end stigma & build a health system that supports—not punishes—people. Substance use health must be part of universal care. #SubstanceUseHealth #EndTheStigma #CAPSA #cdnpoli

Honoured to serve Thanksgiving dinner at the Salvation Army’s Bread of Life in Port Alberni. Days like this show what community means—neighbours caring for neighbours. Huge thanks to the team, volunteers & donors who make sure everyone has a warm meal & kindness. #PortAlberni #Thanksgiving

Grateful to be home on Vancouver Island this Thanksgiving—surrounded by family, friends, and the smell of my mom’s cooking. Thankful for my incredible MP team, our supporters, and the people of Courtenay–Alberni who keep standing up for Canada’s future. #Thanksgiving

Game day! To my well-meaning but misguided friends who still cheer for the Mariners—you know where my heart is. Let’s go, Canada’s team! #BlueJays #GoJaysGo #NextLevel

This week is #MentalIllnessAwarenessWeek. The 2025 theme—“Mental Health and Substance Use Health: A Right, Not a Privilege”—hits home. Right now, access to care is a privilege in Canada. That must change. Let’s bring mental health care into universal public health care. Support Bill C-201. #cdnpoli

n Parliament I called on the gov’t to support Port Alberni’s ship repair hub, built in partnership with local First Nations, & to introduce strong ship recycling regs. Together we can create safe, sustainable jobs and protect our coast. #PortAlberni #ShipRepair #FirstNations #GreenJobs #cdnpoli

Yesterday, I called on the Transport Committee to study Canada’s capacity for safe ship recycling. Without a plan, aging vessels threaten our coasts—but with strategic port investment, we can turn this challenge into good union jobs. #ShipRecycling #cdnpoli

On Tuesday, I met with Dairy Farmers of Canada. NDP’s message is clear: we will never back changes to supply management. Farmers warn “soft tampering” on Tariff-Rate Quotas risks Canadian food sovereignty. We’ll stand with them—always. #SupplyManagement #cdnpoli #Farmers

Today in QP, I pressed the govt to honour its word: no province or Indigenous group will be forced into unwanted energy projects. Coastal First Nations have been clear—no pipelines or oil tankers in these ecologically sensitive waters.. #ProtectOurCoast #cdnpoli #IndigenousRights

For generations farmers saved seeds from one harvest to plant the next. In QP I asked why gov’t is threatening this practice & consulting during harvest. Gov’t says “balanced,” but farmers feel unheard. #cdnpoli #FoodSecurity

@gordjohns.bsky.social recently spoke about how the Canadian Food Inspection Agency is restricting farmers’ ability to save and reuse seeds. NDP fights for farmers. We want lower costs for farmers and for food. The Government of Canada is on the side of corporate greed here.

Wildfires threaten communities across Canada. A petition by B.C. MP @gordjohns.bsky.social asks Canada to convert retired planes for firefighting. Read & sign by mid-January 2026, and share widely. www.ourcommons.ca/petitions/en... #Wildfires #Canada #Firefighting #CC130H

Last week I tabled a petition urging Ottawa to stop foreign ownership of Canadian fishing licenses & quotas. It’s about protecting coastal jobs, food security & reconciliation. #Fisheries #CoastalCommunities #Reconciliation #FoodSecurity

Last week I tabled a petition calling for urgent action to protect Indigenous languages. Petitioners urge fair, long-term funding so revitalization can continue before it’s too late. #Reconciliation #IndigenousLanguages #CdnPoli

Honoured to sponsor petition e-6589 to end fur farming in Canada & join @FurBearers’ Lesley Fox + @AnimalJustice’s Camille Labchuk at a press conference. Canadians are clear: it’s time to ban this cruel, outdated practice. #EndFurFarming #cdnpoli

Who stands to benefit from the gutting of Canada Post? The billionaire class. If Mark Carney were really serious about nation-building, Dru OJa Jay writes how the post office could become an engine for green energy, public banking, and better services. breachmedia.ca/canada-post-...

BREAKING: NDP MP Gord Johns just tabled a petition in Parliament to BAN fur farms! 🦊 Signed by over 10,000 Canadians, this petition was launched by the Fur-Bearers & supported by Animal Justice. #CdnPoli

Honoured to meet Dr. Jane Goodall on Parliament Hill last year. Her message is clear: hope is found in action, and each of us can make a difference. #ClimateAction #ProtectNature #JaneGoodall

On Sept 16 I met with Pride at Work Canada & The Enchanté Network to discuss modernizing the Employment Equity Act. Protecting 2SLGBTQI+ workers is vital—Canada must lead with courage & action.

On Monday I stood with striking CUPW postal workers in Port Alberni. They deliver vital services & deserve respect, fairness & a strong collective agreement. Solidarity with postal workers—when they win, all workers move forward. #CUPW #cdnpoli