Monthly Archives: January 2026

Carney’s Speech (January 25, 2026)

Good Sunday Morning

Good Sunday Morning!

Tomorrow Parliament will reopen after its rapid shutdown, one day early, on December 11. You may recall my last post from that day, as numerous bills were bundled together for unanimous consent. They passed through the House of Commons and headed for the Senate. All I was able to do was deny consent until – at least – it was added to the unanimous motion “noting the opposition of the member for Saanich-Gulf Islands.” Continue reading Carney’s Speech (January 25, 2026) →

Canadian youth are more worried (January 18, 2026)

Good Sunday Morning

Good Sunday Morning!

I want to start by sharing some encouraging experiences. My community meetings are going well. Later today I will be meeting with constituents in Gordon Head, at 3 pm at the Gordon Head Recreation Centre. We have been putting extra effort into connecting with young people. We have teen town halls planned in a number of local high schools. As well, we hosted a gathering for Young Greens at UVIC. I was so gratified that over two dozen students came and participated enthusiastically! I sense an increased concern with politics as things seem to be going off the rails. Continue reading Canadian youth are more worried (January 18, 2026) →

Venezuela’s Heavy Crude Is Not Prized (January 11, 2026)

Good Sunday Morning

And Good Sunday Morning! This is the last minute if you live near Cordova Bay and had not seen the notice, but the first of many January Community Meetings is this afternoon. If you can, please join me at the Cordova Bay Plus 55 Club, 5238 Cordova Bay Road, from 3-4:30 pm. If you have never attended one, the meetings are non-partisan and a great chance for me to hear directly from constituents about their concerns. Continue reading Venezuela’s Heavy Crude Is Not Prized (January 11, 2026) →