Edmonton, AB – Today, the Honourable Laurie Hawn, PC, CD, MP for Edmonton Centre, on behalf of the Honourable Michelle Rempel, Minister of State for Western Economic Diversification (WD), joined the Downtown Edmonton Community League to celebrate the grand opening of their newly renovated facility, which received support under the federal government’s Community Infrastructure Improvement Fund (CIIF).

“It is with investments in projects such as this that we are helping boost economic activity and maintain a high quality of life for Canadians. This is by no means the largest investment our Government has made in Edmonton, but in collaboration with Edmonton’s community spirit, and tremendous sense of volunteerism, we can work together to continue building this great city,” said MP Laurie Hawn.

Economic Action Plan 2012 promised further support to help communities across the country modernize their infrastructure. Our Government committed $150 million over two years to improve existing community infrastructure accessible for use by the public, such as community centres, recreational buildings, local arenas, cultural and other community facilities.

“I am proud to take part in the grand opening of this beautiful facility, which is a tremendous benefit to our community, bringing families and residents together,” concluded MP Hawn.

Since 2006, the Government of Canada, through WD, has invested in job-creating small- and medium-sized businesses, aerospace, marine and defence companies and supported innovative entrepreneurs in pursuing emerging markets. By continuing to promote new economic opportunities, WD is helping to create jobs, economic growth, and long-term prosperity.

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Dear Friends,

Again this year, I’m participating in Scotiabank AIDS Walk for Life Edmonton on Sunday, September 22, 2013. This year’s Walk will take place at Sir Winston Churchill Square.  I need your help to continue my record as the top individual fund raiser, despite being ganged up on (in a friendly way) by other folks.

You can help support me by making a quick and secure donation online. Please visit my personal donation page by clicking on the link below:

http://my.e2rm.com/personalPage.aspx?SID=3845907&LangPref=en-CA

Your support will help increase awareness about HIV/AIDS and provide essential services for people living with and affected by HIV/AIDS in our community.  This is scourge in communities around the world and your help will make a difference.

For more information on the Scotiabank AIDS Walk for Life, or to register to Walk, please visit:

http://www.aidswalkforlife.ca

Thanks for your support!

Regards,

Laurie Hawn

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Edmonton, AB – On behalf of the Honourable Julian Fantino, Minister of Veterans Affairs, the Honourable Laurie Hawn, Member of Parliament for Edmonton Centre, today joined members of Unit 21 of the Korea Veterans Association of Canada to mark the 60^th anniversary of the Korean War Armistice and to honour Canada’s Korean War Veterans.

“Today, we mark the 60^th anniversary of the Armistice that ended the active fighting in the Korean War, a monumental event on the world stage,” said Minister Fantino. “Our Government is proud to recognize the contributions of the brave Canadians who triumphed over difficult odds in the name of democracy, peace and the rule of law.”

From 1950 to 1953, more than 26,000 Canadians served in Korea—working to restore peace and stability to the area. On July 27, 1953, the Korean War Armistice was signed, ending three years of hostilities. Some 7,000 Canadians continued to serve there between the signing of the Armistice and the end of 1955, with some Canadian troops remaining until 1957. In total, 516 brave young Canadians made the ultimate sacrifice during the Korean War.

“We are here today to honour the selfless service and sacrifice of the men and women in uniform who served during the Korean War,” said Member of Parliament Hawn. “Canada’s role in the Korean War is an important part of our history.”

2013 is the Year of the Korean War Veteran—Canada proudly remembers the heroes of the Korean War and their brave fight to uphold freedom, democracy and the rule of law. For more information on Canada’s role in the Korean War, visit veterans.gc.ca.

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Come join me at our Annual Chrity BBQ!

Sherbrooke Community Hall from 11am – 2pm this Saturday, July 20th.

Have a Hamburger or Hotdog with chips and a drink for just $5

Proceeds going to the Jasper Place Health and Wellness Centre

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26 Parliamentarians spent the day in a wheelchair

Ottawa, ON – Today, 26 Parliamentarians representing all political parties came together to participate in the 6^th annual Chair-Leaders Campaign  to raise awareness for people living with spinal cord injuries.

“It does wake me up to the fact that the places we think are barrier free are in fact not barrier free,” said Laurie Hawn, Member of Parliament for Edmonton Centre.  “Places like Parliament Hill you think would be, but it’s not.”

The total achievement of $56,194.00 was announced during the event, which marked the end of a national fundraising campaign for Spinal Cord Injury Canada that took place during the month of May.

“Fundraising is very important because we will never get enough money to advance the cause otherwise,” said Myrtle Jenkins-Smith, president of Spinal Cord Injury Canada.

A committee comprised of Laurie Hawn, Member of Parliament for Edmonton Centre, Peter Stoffer, Member of Parliament for Sackville – Eastern Shore, Sean Casey, Member of Parliament for Charlottetown and The Honourable Jim Munson, Senator, Ottawa-Rideau Canal challenged 26 Parliamentarians to spend a day in a wheelchair and live first-hand what accessibility really means.

About the campaign

The Chair-Leaders Campaign is an annual fundraising campaign to raise awareness about ability.

Every year, people across Canada get together to spend the day in a wheelchair and see first-hand what accessibility really means. But this year, it’s more than that. This year, we celebrate ability! 

About Spinal Cord Injury Canada

Spinal Cord Injury Canada assists people with spinal cord injuries and other physical disabilities in achieving independence, self-reliance and full community participation. Spinal Cord Injury Canada has been the lead community-based service provider to persons living with spinal cord

injury (SCI) in Canada since 1945. Together with its affiliated provinces, Spinal Cord Injury Canada (formerly known as The Canadian Paraplegic Association) provides services to over 20,000 members yearly.

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