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I have some big news! I’m thrilled to share my partner James & I will be welcoming a little one into the world! I’m so excited about this new addition to our lives! We’re expecting at the end of April!
Announcement thread... /1
Announcement thread... /1
My wonderful partner will be taking full parental leave & traveling with me when I need to be in Ottawa.
In COVID the new normal means many are working remotely. I’ll continue to take part in virtual parliament - voting, debating bills & in committee online from Victoria. /2
In COVID the new normal means many are working remotely. I’ll continue to take part in virtual parliament - voting, debating bills & in committee online from Victoria. /2
Leaders like @jacindaardern have paved the way for new moms in politics. There's no reason why women starting a family should be barred from these challenging & meaningful roles.
I will continue to fight to get people the support they need & for a just & sustainable recovery. /3
I will continue to fight to get people the support they need & for a just & sustainable recovery. /3
I also know that many women do not have the support that I will have. We must continue to advocate for a future where women are not the assumed sole caregiver, forced to choose between having a family and a career. /4
There have also been a lot rumours about the govt forcing a spring election. Whenever the election is called, I'll be running again to represent the people of Victoria.
The @VictoriaNDP meeting to nominate me as the candidate for the next election is this Saturday! /5
The @VictoriaNDP meeting to nominate me as the candidate for the next election is this Saturday! /5
Join us this Saturday at 2pm to to celebrate the happy news! You can email president@victoriandp.ca for the link to join.
I’m humbled by the confidence and trust the people of Victoria have placed in me and I’ll continue to work hard as their Member of Parliament. /6
I’m humbled by the confidence and trust the people of Victoria have placed in me and I’ll continue to work hard as their Member of Parliament. /6
