1/5: Today is an Opposition Day in the House. Conservatives have presented a motion to implement stricter treatment of non-citizens who commit crimes in Canada. Our motion would: 1. Bar non-citizens convicted of serious crimes from making refugee claims;

1/6 🧵I have signed onto a statement by the Inter-Parliamentary Alliance on China (IPAC) that "condemns in the strongest terms the politically motivated and inhumane sentencing of Jimmy Lai, following a trial that has come to symbolise the dismantling of Hong Kong’s freedoms". The statement reads:

1/2: Donna Kennedy Glans wrote in today's National Post about my thoughts on democracy and working collaboratively with the government; and about my recently released interim report of the Economic Growth Council. nationalpost.com/news/canada/...

1/2: Friday night at the Hong Kong Calgary Business Association gala marking the start of the 2026 Lunar New Year in mid February - the year of the Fire Horse. #calgarycentre #yyc #cdnpoli #yearofthehorse2026 #chinatownyyc

1/5: The PM announced the end of the mandated Electric Vehicle sales policy that compelled consumers to choose EVs (or potentially pay a $20,000 premium for an ICE vehicle). Conservatives have been pressing for an end to this ill-conceived coercion, and applaud its termination.

1/4: StatsCan reports that Canada's GDP growth in November was 0.0%. Zero. That follows a decline of 0.3% in October. GDP measures a country's prosperity. Per capita GDP measures individuals' prosperity. Canada is lagging far behind other countries in both measures after 10 years ...

1/3: StatsCan today released Dec 2025 data on food price increases for commonly purchased products. The news continues to be startling: - Coffee up 36% - Beef stewing cuts 39% - Ground beef 21% - Pork shoulder cuts 34% - Whole chicken 28% - Strawberries & oranges 18% - Frozen spinach 20%

Yesterday I spoke to Chris dela Torre of CBC's The Homestretch about the CPC convention, delegates' support for @PierrePoilievre, and what Conservatives need to do now to prepare for the next election. Listen here (9 minutes) #calgarycentre #yyc #cdnpoli www.cbc.ca/listen/live-...

1/5: I spoke to Bill C‑19 (Groceries & Essentials Benefit) and why it fails to address Canada’s growing affordability crisis. The bill boosts the former GST credit this year, but reduces support in future years even as grocery prices continue to rise. www.youtube.com/watch?v=F9Jz...

That's a wrap on the CPC convention. Calgary Centre & Yellowhead ridings hosted a great hospitality suite at the Palomino, featuring Tom Olsen and the Wreckage. On Sat, my co-chairs & I presented the Report of the Economic Growth Council. More on that later. #calgarycentre #yyc #cdnpoli #CPC2026

Chatting with delegates at the Conservative Party convention early this morning, at the beautiful new Calgary BMO centre. Our city is doing a great job of welcoming over 4,000 Canadians, many of whom got a taste of Calgary's night life last evening. #calgarycentre #yyc #cdnpoli #CPC2026

1/2: Words are just words. Real progress requires action. Conservatives worked with the government last year to pass C-5 which gives the Prime Minister incredible power to move infrastructure projects along quickly - but so far, nothing to show. www.youtube.com/watch?v=U87O...

1/2: CPAC asked me about govt's temporary increase in GST rebate. I made the point that while it will be welcomed by those who receive it, it is itself an intrinsically inflationary measure. www.youtube.com/watch?v=4veD...

1/2: Today, we remember the six million lives taken in the Holocaust. We honour the survivors who endured starvation and torture, and who bravely shared their stories so the world could fully understand. #calgarycentre #yyc #cdnpoli #HolocaustRemembrance #NeverForgetNeverAgain

1/4: Conservatives today tabled the Sovereignty Act, a motion calling on Libs to get govt out of the way so Cdns can thrive with good-paying jobs. When we export more & build more, incomes go up and life becomes more affordable. #calgarycentre #yyc #cdnpoli #canadaeconomy

🧵1/7: Today the Liberals announced a 25% increase in the GST rebate for low income Canadians (and relabeled it the "Groceries and Essentials Benefit"). #calgarycentre #yyc #cdnpoli #foodprices #inflation #GSTRebate

Library of Parliament now recruiting Parliamentary summer guides. Students must be studying at a Cdn univ, be Cdn citizens or Perm Res & be bilingual English/French. Deadline to apply is Feb 8. Info in the link: #calgarycentre #yyc #cdnpoli #parliament #summerjobs lop.parl.ca/sites/jobs/d...

Food #inflation in Canada continues to rise even as other G7 countries see relief. Families cutting back, students skipping meals, and businesses fighting to stay viable. These pressures are real and growing. It’s time for solutions that address the causes and ease the burden on Canadians. #cdnpoli

If you are interested in a thoughtful take on PM Carney's speech, this is from MP Michelle Rempel Garner. Different points of view do matter. Constructive, honest critiques are how we actually move debate forward and get a better outcome for Canada. michellerempelgarner.substack.com/p/havel-woul...

1/5 🧵: Ten years of chasing away investment and annual inflationary deficits are taking a toll on Canadians. The MNP Consumer Debt Index revealed that most Canadians expect a worsening standard of living. #calgarycentre #cdnpoli #yyc #CanadaEconomy mnpdebt.ca/en/resources...

Mount Royal Univ Students' Assn Connect mixer for students to meet & chat with elected officials. Lots of great questions & comments, and (well warranted) concern about cost of living, being able to purchase a home & high youth unemployment. #calgarycentre #yyc #cdnpoli #samru #mountroyaluniversity

1/4: Another month. Another higher food bill. PM Carney invited Cdns in 2025 to judge him by prices at the till. That price keeps going up and up. Food prices in Dec 2025 over Dec 2024 are up 6.2% overall. Some examples of healthy food that is becoming less affordable (all are year-over-year):

Two Calgarians with great taste in ties! :-) @jeromyyyc.bsky.social #calgarycentre #yyc #cdnpoli

I visited Wee Wild Ones child care at The Ampersand. Guided by children's inquiries, they promote exploration & learning through play, nature & movement; particularly meeting needs of underserved children. Here with CEO Chloe Dusser, center, and her colleague Merilyn. #calgarycentre #cdnpoli #yyc

1/2: I toured the Calgary hub of the Canadian Centre for Men and Families (CCMF), a national nonprofit that provides mental‑health, legal, and safety supports for men and their children. #calgarycentre #yyc #cdnpoli #domesticviolence

The next Census is in May 2026. Statistics Canada is hiring approx 32,000 people to collect data. Applications are now being accepted for supervisory and non-supervisory positions across the country at the website below. #calgarycentre #yyc #cdnpoli #census2026 www.census.gc.ca/en/jobs?utm_...

1/4: World events have underlined the need for Canada to have a breadth of customers for our oil and gas products (Canada's biggest export by a large margin) including the capacity to move those products to our customers. #calgarycentre #yyc #cdnpoli #oilandgas #pipelines

1/4: I often lament the arrogance of this government when it simply disregards instructions from Parliament. Another example is the Foreign Agent Registry. #calgarycentre #yyc #cdnpoli #ForeignInterference

Looking forward to representing and serving you this year. My best wishes to you and your family and friends as we embark on a fresh journey in 2026. #calgarycentre #yyc #cdnpoli #newyear2026

A very Merry Christmas, and all best wishes for a happy New Year 2026. #calgarycentre #yyc #cdnpoli #christmas2025 #newyear2026 www.youtube.com/shorts/aUi6B...

1/6: In the News: A U.S. federal judge has ruled in favour of Enbridge, blocking Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer's efforts to revoke Enbridge's 1953 easement, thus allowing Enbridge to continue to operate the twin Line 5 oil and gas pipelines in the Straits of Mackinac.

#calgarycentre #yyc #cdnpoli #Hanukkah2025

1/2: Have you ever considered working on Parliament Hill? The Library of Parliament is currently recruiting student guides for summer 2026. Full info here: lop.parl.ca/sites/jobs/d... #calgarycentre #yyc #cdnpoli #parliament

No matter how you celebrate this time of year, Ruth and I wish you days filled with laughter, love and meaningful moments with those who matter most. From our family to yours, Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah, and Seasons' Greetings! #calgarycentre #yyc #cdnpoli #christmas2025 #hanukkah2025

The verdict against Jimmy Lai under Hong Kong’s security law is troubling. No democracy should criminalize free expression. Canada must stand for fair trials and fundamental freedoms. Full comments on my website: gregmcleanmp.ca/jimmy-lais-c... #hongkong #JimmyLai #yyc #cdnpoli #calgarycentre

1/3: I am frequently critical of govt spending. Bureaucrats and politicians simply don't treat taxpayers' money the way they would if it were actually their own. Case in point: Canada Revenue spent $18 M to develop "Charlie", a chatbot supposed to augment human call centre experts.

1/9: Long read but this is everyone's top issue: As we head into the holidays, food price news is ever more devastating. Fresh fruit is up 4.4% year-over-year, fruit juice 4.8% and oranges 7.8%. Coffee and tea are up by more than 23% and lettuce by an astounding 27%.

1/3: The Alberta Conservative Caucus has collectively written to the Prime Minister asking for appropriate action in light of the Supreme Court decision to strike down the one-year mandatory minimum sentence for possession of child sexual abuse and exploitation material (CSAEM).

1/2: As Jewish communities come together tonight to mark Hanukkah, I join people around the world mourning the tragic terrorist attack on Hanukkah celebrations in Australia. An occasion meant to bring light into the darkness has horrible meaning today.

1/3: If you will travel abroad this holiday, it is prudent to check ahead for travel advisories on Global Affairs Canada website. Also check you have the right travel documents (not just Visas, but Europe & UK are introducing new entry documents that must be requested in advance). travel.gc.ca

1/2: The House will rise today or tomorrow to allow for six weeks of constituency-based work, and a few days of rest for the holidays. We return to Ottawa January 26. Before leaving Ottawa, I recorded my annual Christmas message which will be posted December 24 and 25.

1/2: I was interviewed on CBC's The Eyeopener about the Conservative attempt to get the Liberals to formally commit to the pipeline MoU. I made the point that delays are baked into the MoU: it is essentially an agreement to make seven more agreements. cbc.ca/listen/live-...

1/3: Today the House debates a Conservative motion asking to formally endorse the govt's intent to take the steps required to build a pipeline from Alberta to the BC coast, including consultation as outlined in the Memorandum of Understanding recently signed by PM Carney & Premier Smith.

1/2: I participated in the Canada-Kosovo Friendship Group meeting with the Ambassador of Kosovo, Adriatik Kryeziu. Kosovo declared its independence from Serbia on February 17, 2008 and 101 UN states recognize it as an independent state, although Serbia still considers it a province.

1/2: On November 12, Catherine Ford published a column in the Calgary Herald in which she asked what I do for veterans beyond honouring them on November 11. I submitted a response to the Herald, which they have chosen not to publish. You can read it on my website: gregmcleanmp.ca/cuts-hurt-ve...

1/2: I attended the Open House for the Inn From the Cold. The Inn helps families find shelter - an estimated 3,000 Calgarians without a home are part of a family, with children under 18 making up 60% of that number. On any given night, it is estimated that 200 families are without shelter.

1/3: I participated in the "Unblock the Pipeline Gridlock" conference hosted by the Indian Resource Council. I am pictured with my colleagues Ellis Ross (MP, Skeena—Bulkley Valley in BC - where a pipeline terminus would likely be located) and Billy Morin (MP, Edmonton Northwest).

1/3: I am pleased to be one of the seconders for Bill C-234, from Ziad Aboultaif MP (Edm Manning), which began debate in Nov. 4,700 individuals await life-saving organ transplants, with most relying on living donors—selfless individuals who donate all or part of an organ to save another’s life.

My e-newsletter went out today with my detailed analysis of the Memorandum of Understanding on pipelines signed by Alberta and Canada this week. See it here: mailchi.mp/gregmcleanmp... #calgarycentre #yyc #cdnpoli #pipelines #oilandgas

1/3:Conservatives have forced an emergency debate on softwood lumber tariffs this evening in the House of Commons. #calgarycentre #yyc #cdnpoli #SoftwoodLumber #tariffs