May Community Update
Dear Friends,
I am pleased to share with you updates regarding our Scarborough-Guildwood community, recent accomplishments of the Canadian government and dates to save for upcoming events.
Also, I am looking for volunteers to march with me in the Guildwood Day parade and help at the information table (mobile office) at this year's Guildwood Day Festival and 43 Division Open House and BBQ. Please see below for full details and how to sign up to volunteer.
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Highlights from this issue:
- 📢Call for Volunteers 📢
- Jean Vanier Speech in the House of Commons
- Apply for the New Horizons for Seniors Program
- The gospel calls us to fight slavery - Interview with the Anglican Journal
- Apply Early for Visas!
- Download the Government of Canada's Travel Smart App
- Eid al-Fitr Greetings
- Save the Date!
- Photo Album:
- Visiting Momiji with Minister Tassi
- Welcoming Canada’s Newest Citizens
- Interfaith Commemoration at Cinnamon Banquet
- The Association of Progressive Muslims' Iftar Dinner
- Meeting with Big Brothers Big Sisters
- Meeting with Canadian Council of Churches
- Celebrating Asian Heritage Month
- Science Rendezvous event at the Toronto Zoo
- Catching up on my reading in the House
- Future Forum Conference
- Uthayan International Award Festival
- Community Living Bowling Event
- Brandon Mubenga visits the Constituency Office
- Walk with Heart Event
- National Student Commonwealth Forum BBQ
- Meeting with International Justice Mission
- Interfaith Housing Group Meeting
- Visit to Hindu Mandir Temple
- East Scarborough Boys & Girls Club Meeting
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Guildwood Day 2019 will be taking place on Saturday, June 1st, 2019.
I will be marching in the annual Guildwood Day parade as I do every year, and I hope that you can join me.
Please contact the office to let us know if you will be able to join us on Saturday, June 1st.:
Guildwood Day Parade (RAIN OR SHINE)
9:15 AM - Meet in front of SUBWAY at Guildwood Parkway & Livingston Road
- Together, we will walk to Sir Wilfrid Laurier C.I. (145 Guildwood Parkway)
9:30 AM - Assemble at Sir Wilfrid Laurier C.I. for parade marshaling
10:15 AM - PARADE BEGINS
- Our group will walk with John, carrying flags and a banner
- We will also have flags to hand out to people along the way
- The parade will go on, rain or shine, so please dress for the weather!
11:00 AM - PARADE ENDS
After the parade, Guildwood Day 2019 will also feature a number of other activities, including a BBQ, vendor tables, craft sales, games and music.
My office will also be setting up an information table (mobile office) at this year's Guildwood Day festival, so please be sure to drop by!
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43 Division Open House & BBQ will be taking place on Saturday, June 1st, 2019 from 11am until 2pm
My office will be setting up an information table (mobile office) at this event and I am looking for volunteers to help at the table.
Please tell us you're coming by clicking the button below or by calling the office at 416-283-1226.
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Honouring Jean Vanier in the House of Commons
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An extraordinary life lived by an extraordinary man. Please see my remarks about Jean Vanier below:
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Apply for the New Horizons for Seniors Program
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Do you have an idea for a project that promotes seniors' volunteerism, engagement and social inclusion? Then apply for the 2019-20 New Horizons for Seniors Program before June 21, 2019. For more information on eligibility and instructions on how to apply, please visit:
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The gospel calls us to
fight slavery
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Are we wilfully ignorant of the origins of what Canadians consume? I encourage you to read my interview with the Anglican Journal about my Modern Slavery Bill
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As you, your family and your friends prepare upcoming summer plans; remember to APPLY EARLY for Visas, if you're expecting visitors!
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Download the Government of Canada's Travel Smart App
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- Find up-to-date travel advice and advisories on over 200 destinations worldwide.
- Find emergency contact information for embassies and consulates abroad and the 24-7 Emergency Watch and Response Centre in Ottawa.
- Sign up for the Government of Canada’s Registration of Canadians Abroad service and stay connected to Canada in case of an emergency at home or abroad.
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I'm wishing everyone who celebrates Eid al-Fitr a wonderful time with family and friends. Eid al-Fitr is a special occasion that provides us with an opportunity to reflect on the principles of peace, forgiveness, and unity and allows us to recommit to the core values of charity and helping those in need. Wishing you and your family a happy and joyous time, Eid Mubarak!
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June 1st: Annual 43 Division Open House and BBQ - Join me and my team at our booth at the event. Please email jmckay@johnmckaymp.on.ca if you would like to volunteer at the booth.
June 1st: Annual Guildwood day and parade - Come and join me at the parade and booth at the event. Please email jmckay@johnmckaymp.on.ca if you would like to volunteer at the booth.
June 17th: Japanese drummers preforming at the Greek Theater - Starts at 6:30pm with public workshops (you can try drumming!) followed by a free concert performance starting at 7:30pm. Please bring lawn chairs/blankets. (Alternative date if raining: June 24th)
Starting mid-June: Seniors Walks at Guild Park - A new weekly program hosted by Friends of the Guild Park that encourages seniors to actively walk through Guild Park and enjoy its nature and artistic setting.
July 1st: Canada Day - Everyone is welcome to join me and my team at the Canada day parade. More information to come.
July 8th: Arrival of the Scarborough Sign at Guild Park - continues until mid-August
July 13th: Annual John McKay Community BBQ and Volunteer Appreciation Day - join Team McKay from 12:00 to 3:00 pm. The Scarborough Sign will be there!
July 18th: Opening night, "Anne" - This is the 8th season of Guild Festival Theater's live productions at Guild Park's Greek Theatre. Performances continue Wedsays through Sunday until August 10th. More information and tickets will soon be available at www.guildfestivaltheatre.ca
July 27th and 28th: Guild Alive with Culture Arts Festival - Come to my booth! Please email jmckay@johnmckaymp.on.ca if you would like to volunteer at the booth.
July 30th: Shakespeare's "A Midsummer Night's Dream" - Performed one-night only by Driftwood Theater at Guild Park's Greek Theater. Free. Starts at 7:30pm and is part of the City of Toronto's Arts in the Park's Program
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Visiting Momiji with Minister Tassi
I was delighted to tour Momiji Health Care Society with Hon. Filomena Tassi, Minister of Seniors. One of the best examples of senior's care in the country!
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Welcoming Canada’s Newest Citizens
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I always enjoy the enthusiasm of Canada’s newest citizens. Delighted to welcome 119 Canadians from 32 nations! Thank you Judge Delmedico for another wonderful ceremony
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Interfaith Commemoration at Cinnamon Banquet
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Special thanks to the InterFaith team for organizing the commemoration of the lives lost in the Sri Lankan Attacks from terrorism this past month. A strong showing of interfaith solidarity at the Cinnamon Banquet and Convention center
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The Association of Progressive Muslims' Iftar Dinner
Pleased to have participated in the Iftar Dinner hosted by Mobeen Khaja & The Association of Progressive Muslims. The intersection of faith and politics, while never easy is made better by the efforts of people like Mobeen & the Association
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Meeting with Big Brothers Big Sisters
I enjoyed meeting with Big Brothers Big Sisters (BBBS). Did you know that for every $1 that is invested in BBBS mentoring, there is a $18 return to society?
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Meeting with Canadian Council of Churches
I recently had an interesting and intense discussion about healing poverty with The Canadian Council of Churches. It's good to take note of the progress that the Trudeau government has made in 3.5 years with the Child Tax Benefit, lifting nearly 300,000 children out of poverty, strengthening benefits for seniors, and the $40-billion investment in housing through the National Housing Strategy. It's important to continue charting a path forward
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Celebrating
Asian Heritage Month
I was pleased to support Taiwan's aspirations to be apart of the WHO/ WHA & to celebrate the beauty of
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Taiwanese culture at the Taipei Economic & Cultural Office in Scarborough.
"It is never good to jeopardize the health of the world's population over political disputes."
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Science Rendezvous event at the Toronto Zoo
Brilliant idea to link two great Scarborough institutions - the University of Toronto Scarborough and the Toronto Zoo - for a collaborative event. A great day to be at the zoo with University of Toronto Scarborough Principle Wisdom Tettey, Toronto Zoo Chief Executive Officer Dolf DeJong, MP Gary Anandasangaree, and City Councillor Jennifer McKelvie
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Catching up on my reading in the House
Patiently waiting for the Speaker to start House proceedings
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Future Forum Conference
Pleased to participate in a fascinating discussion about the legislative process of Bill C-59, An Act Respecting National Security Matters with Phil Gurski from Borealis Threat and Risk Consulting and Christopher Parsons from Citizen Lab. Bill C-59 tries to accommodate concerns about privacy, security, accountability & transparency in an environment of hyper technological changes. Bill C-59 substantially revamps Canada's security architecture. As Chair of the Standing Committee on Public Safety and National Security, I was privileged to participate in the legislative process.
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Uthayan International Awards Festival
Great example of community engagement from Logan Logendralingam of the Canada Uthayan newspaper as we celebrate the accomplishments of the Tamil community with the Uthayan International Awards Festival!
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Community Living Bowling Event
Great event for Community Living at their 9th annual Bowling event & delighted to run into old friend Brad Duguid who’s looking like he’s enjoying retirement (a little too much)
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Brandon Mubenga visits the Constituency Office
Great seeing Brandon Mubenga and his father recently when they stopped by the Constituency Office to say hi. Our office is always here to help with constituent issues.
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Walk with Heart Event
Great morning with Diane Chadwick and Dr Joe Ricci at the annual Walk with Heart. The Central East regional cardiac rehab program is world class and one Scarborough’s hidden gems.
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National Student Commonwealth Forum BBQ
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Bright, engaging, and super keen. The students of the National Student Commonwealth Forum give us hope for the future of Canada!
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Meeting with the International Justice Mission
Many thanks to the International Justice Mission for bringing Parliamentarians from Bolivia to meet and discuss my Modern Slavery Bill. The reality of supply chain slavery and the enslavement of girls and women is a national and international disgrace.
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Interfaith Housing
Group Meeting
Fruitful conversation with Margie Carlson, the new Executive Director of Interfaith Housing group about the 40 year Shoniker building and its potential refurbishment needs. The living conditions of over 120 seniors could be improved through The National Housing Strategy.
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Visit to Hindu Mandir Temple
Thank you to the Hindu Mandir Temple in Mississauga, for their warm welcome.
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East Scarborough Boys & Girls Club Meeting
Absolute pleasure meeting Utcha Sawyer, the Director of the East Scarborough Boys & Girls club. The Boys & Girls club was a recipient of funding from the Canada Summer Jobs program.
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Roundtable with Minister Monsef
As we approach Filipino Heritage month, it was important to join Minister Maryam Monsef
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and the Scarborough Caucus to engage with women from the Filipina community!
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Congratulatory Certificates
Personal messages of congratulations are available for the milestone birthdays and anniversaries listed below:
- The Queen (Birthdays 100+, Anniversaries 60+)
- The Governor General (Birthdays 90+, Anniversaries 50+)
- The Prime Minister (Birthdays 75+, Anniversaries 50+)
- Hon. John McKay, M.P. (Any milestone birthday or anniversary)
To order congratulatory certificates please call 416-283-1226, email jmckay@johnmckaymp.on.ca, or fill out the online form here
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As always my Constituency Office at 10-3785 Kingston Road is here to help you with any questions or concerns you have regarding federal government programs. You can reach us at jmckay@johnmckaymp.on.ca or 416-283-1226.
Sincerely,
Hon. John McKay, P.C.,
Member of Parliament for Scarborough-Guildwood
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