Thank you to the Australian High Commissioner to Canada, Her Excellency Kate Logan, for hosting an engaging and thoughtful reception focused on advancing body image, mental health, and wellbeing across Canada and Australia.

During a special meeting of APPA, I other members of the committee, met with a Parliamentary Delegation from Aotearoa (New Zealand),and we discussed priorities and approaches to relations with Indigenous Peoples in Canada.

🙏👏 to the Hon. Dr. Lloyd Axworthy for warning of Canada's declining reputation on welcoming refugees, as he retires as Chair of the World Refugee & Migration Council. www.thestar.com/politics/fed...

I wrote this two years ago. Felt inspired to post it again today. Tomorrow, it may be more relevant than ever. #ableg #abpoli #TransRightsAreHumanRights #cdnpoli #Alberta @albertaviews.bsky.social

The Canadian Association of Feminist Parliamentarians gathered for our 2025 AGM to welcome new and returning members. Honoured to hear from partners @NAWL_NAAC and @LEAF about advancing gender equality through law and policy. Together, we’re building lasting feminist infrastructure in Parliament

Proud to support the Youth Nuclear Peace Summit at the Canadian Museum for Human Rights — a powerful national gathering bringing together inspiring voices for a world free from nuclear weapons.

The Senate of Canada rocked with positive energy as Senators Rebecca Patterson and Marty Deacon joined me in welcoming over 60 guests for: Resilience and Resistance:

En ce jour du Souvenir, nous soulignons le 80e anniversaire de la fin de la Deuxième Guerre mondiale. Nous rendons hommage aux personnes courageuses -y compris aux soldats Autochtones et Noirs qui ont fait face à la discrimination - ainsi qu’à celles et ceux qui ont donné leur vie pour notre liberté

This Remembrance Day marks 80 years since the end of World War II. We honour the brave - including Indigenous and Black soldiers who faced discrimination - and those who gave their lives for our freedom.

MMC’s team is taking over her socials to wish her congratulations.

Honoured to have co-hosted the Peace and Nuclear Disarmament event with MP Elizabeth May, MP Taleeb Noormohamed, MP Gord Johns, MP David Epp and député Andréanne Larouche.

November 8 is Indigenous Veterans Day. Today, we reflect on the contributions and sacrifices made by First Nations, Métis, and Inuit veterans past and present. Take time today to read stories of their bravery and resilience on the Government of Canada website. LEARN MORE ➡️ buff.ly/eX7uNYW

At SOCI yesterday, we heard from Sara Austin, founder and CEO of Children First Canada. I had the opportunity to ask her a question regarding the commitment of the government of Canada towards our Children and Youth.

This week, I spoke in support of Bill S-222- Vote 16 Act. This bill represents a trust in the energy, the intelligence and the passion of the next generation of Canadian leaders. Thank you @senmarilou.bsky.social for championing this initiative.

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! 💫🌈🇨🇦

From Hill Times, a piece on our campaign for @senmarilou.bsky.social's #Vote16 Act. As of today, 17 Canadian municipal councils and school boards have passed motions in support of extending the voting age to 16, or studying the policy.

Nice to see the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons mentioned in Canada's Parliament thanks to MP Elizabeth May: openparliament.ca/debates/2025...

Senator Marilou McPhedran from Manitoba met with our experts to learn more about the ways supporting medical imaging makes Canada stronger and healthier.

Happy Diwali! I extend my warmest greetings to Hindu, Sikh, Jain, and Buddhist communities across Canada as you gather with loved ones to celebrate this #FestivalofLights.

Appreciated an informal discussion with Rob Mendoza, Co-Chair of the Canadian Association of Professional Intelligence Analysts, and colleagues at #VISS25 on how seldom human rights issues are addressed in security forums like this.

Merci à #VISSummit pour cette occasion d’entendre des leaders réfléchir à la façon de protéger à la fois la sécurité et la démocratie. #VISS25

At the 2nd Annual Vancouver International Security Summit. Thank you #VISSummit for the chance to hear from leaders reflecting on how we can protect both safety and democracy. #VISS25

It took Canada over a decade to acknowledge and apologize for its inaction on the Rwandan genocide. Will it take as long again on Palestine? Full speech: senatoryuenpauwoo.ca/en/parliamen... #cdnpoli #SenCA #canada #gaza #palestine

At the 2nd Annual Vancouver International Security Summit. Thank you @VIPSSummit for the chance to hear from leaders reflecting on how we can protect both safety and democracy. #VISS25 #VISSummit @rebootcomm.bsky.social

Vancouver: joined by Afghan-Canadian CEO of Women Leaders of Tomorrow, Friba Rezayee (the first Afghan Woman Olympian), for a fascinating tour - warmly hosted by (L to R): Hon. Justice Randall Wong (ret.), Grace Wong (Board Chair), myself, Friba Rezayee, Dr. Melissa Karmen Lee (CEO), and Bev Wong.

🙏 Thank you for the warm welcome to Vancouver’s new Chinese Canadian Museum - built within the oldest building in Chinatown. (L to R) Hon. Randall “Bud” Wong, Bev Wong, Grace Wong (Board Chair), myself, and Dr. Melissa Karmen Lee (CEO).

A little respect can go a long way.

Join us for "A Discussion of Peacebuilding, Human Rights & Universality" with Alex Neve and Kirsten Van Houten. 📆 November 5 🕧 12:30- 2:00 pm 📍 Room 3RC060, Richardson College, University of Winnipeg 📚 Book signing to follow. Space is limited- please RSVP to [email protected]

Good discussion with MP Don Davies on our shared commitment to extending voting enfranchisement to 16- and 17-year-olds. Senators and MPs are working to strengthen Canadian democracy by empowering young people to have a voice in the decisions that shape their future.

Inspiring to mark “Girls Day” with Senators Galvez, Hay and Clément- with every seat in senate filled by bright, beautiful girls - 🙏 to Kim Pate+ team for organizing.

Today, we pause to remind ourselves — mental health is health. Take a moment for yourself, and check in with those around you.

It was a true pleasure to see Dr. Harry Ho-Jen Tseng, Representative of Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in Canada (TECO) again, to celebrate the 114th National Day of Taiwan - a unique vibrant democracy deserving of Canada’s support and respect.

Honoured to co-chair the Canadian launch of the UNFPA 2025 report with my CAPPD co-chair, the indomitable Hon. Dr Hedy Fry. UNFPA’s Dr. Alanna Armitage joined us from Mexico for an important discussion on advancing gender equality, reproductive health, and rights worldwide.

I appreciated the support for MP Gord Johns’ Bill C-201 from Sarah Anderson and Dr. Caroline King of the Canadian Alliance on Mental Illness and Mental Health. I agree on the need for the reinstatement of a Minister of Mental Health and Addictions.

Honoured to meet with His Excellency Penpa Tsering, the Sikyong of the Central Tibetan Administration and his international delegation to discuss supporting the Government in Exile of Tibet in their advocacy for the people of Tibet and the preservation of Tibetan culture.

Friday afternoon on Parliament Hill, we honoured the lives of the Stolen Sisters — Indigenous women and girls taken by violence. I stand in solidarity with families and advocates, calling for justice, safety, and change. @leahgazan.bsky.social

Great to meet with my Youth Council — the Canadian Council of Young Feminists. Their energy, ideas, and advocacy show why youth voices are vital in advancing equality and shaping Canada’s future, and I appreciated their helpful feedback on my Bills S-222 and S-232.

Our episode with Senator Marilou McPhedran has officially dropped on podcast platforms! You can also watch the full conversation on YouTube at Noon ET: youtu.be/HLxdQ8lt008?... #cdnpoli #publicservice #parliament #vote16 #progresscanada

I'm deeply saddened by the attack on a Manchester synagogue on Yom Kippur — the holiest day of the Jewish faith. My thoughts are with the Jewish community in the UK and around the world, standing in solidarity against antisemitism and violence.

As a Manitoba senator, I was especially mindful of the legacy of the late Senator Murray Sinclair, whose leadership of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission continues to guide our shared responsibility to survivors, families, and future generations.

On this National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, may we honour Survivors, families, and Indigenous communities. Wearing orange reminds us that every child matters. #OrangeShirtDay2025 #NDTR #TruthAndReconciliation #SenCA

En cette Journée nationale de la vérité et de la réconciliation, honorons les Survivants, leurs familles et les communautés autochtones. Porter l’orange nous rappelle que chaque enfant compte. #ChaqueEnfantCompte #JNVR #VéritéEtRéconciliation #SenCA

I joined senators in Halifax for the celebration of the remarkable life of Canada’s first Black senator- enhanced by the soaring tributes sung for Senator Oliver by Measha Brueggergosman-Lee.

We’re ‘on alert’ yet again. It is a ‘ rinse and repeat’ pattern. Make some progress, then halt the process before starting it again. Greatest fear? Reversing the progress. @juliesavard.bsky.social @senmarilou.bsky.social @chmtherrien.bsky.social

Thanks to Dr. Kawser Ahmed @crric.bsky.social for speaking invitation at “Charting a Path to Lasting Peace: Ending Myanmar’s Decades-Long Civil War” I spoke on the Triple Nexus approach to Women’s Peacebuilding. @umanitoba.bsky.social @uwinnipeg.bsky.social

🥳😍The world is celebrating! From every corner of the globe, we are marking a historic milestone: the majority of countries have now joined the UN treaty banning nuclear weapons!! This is people's power in action.

Humanitarian workers are under increasing threat. Earlier this week, I co-hosted an event with @redcrosscanada.bsky.social & @oxfamcanada.bsky.social to highlight the urgent need for parliamentarians to understand and uphold international humanitarian law. #IHL #cdnpoli

#GenderEqualityWeek #EqualityForAll

Today #NuclearAbolitionDay, reminds us of our shared responsibility to work for a world free from nuclear weapons. I am honoured to have signed the #JointAppeal calling on governments to reduce nuclear risks, shift resources toward people and the planet, and achieve their total elimination by 2045.