Edmonton, AB – Today, the Honourable Laurie Hawn, PC, CD, MP for Edmonton Centre celebrated the accomplishments of 30 outstanding citizens by awarding those individuals Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medals for their contributions to their local community, and to Canada. “It is an honour to be able to recognize thirty Edmontonians who have made significant […]
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Connecting Young Canadians with Jobs
Edmonton, AB – Today the Hon. Laurie Hawn, PC, CD, MP for Edmonton Centre, highlighted the Government of Canada’s investment of $50 million in the Youth Employment Strategy (YES), a new approach to help approximately 3000 young Canadians find jobs in high demand sectors of the economy. The initiative will help address labour shortages by equipping […]
MP Hawn Congratulates the 2012 Vanier Scholars
Edmonton, AB – Today, the Honourable Laurie Hawn, PC, CD, MP for Edmonton Centre congratulated recipients of the Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarships from Alberta, and across the country. As university campuses across the country come back to life with the start of a new school year, 156 new 2012 Vanier Scholars are being celebrated for their […]
Love me? Hate me? Beat me!
“Whether you love me or hate me, this is the type of event that can bring people together for a common cause, and helps raise much-needed funds to help folks battling HIV/AIDS right here in Edmonton,” said MP Hawn.
Additional support for crime prevention in Alberta
“I am so proud of the hard work that is being accomplished at the Alberta Council of Women’s Shelters,” said MP Laurie Hawn.
Government of Canada helps people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness in Edmonton
“Our government is giving a hand-up to Canadians with housing needs and is helping to break the cycle of homelessness and poverty,” said Mr. Hawn.
Creation of an RCMP-led INSET in Alberta
“The most fundamental job of any government is to provide for the safety and security of its citizens,” said the Honourable Laurie Hawn, Member of Parliament for Edmonton-Centre.
Hawn Applauds Government of Canada Decision to Regulate Key Ingredient in ‘Bath Salts’
“I am pleased that our government is taking proactive action to criminalize the possession and trafficking of this dangerous drug, especially before it gains too much traction in our city,” said MP Hawn.
MP Laurie Hawn Announces Funding for New War Memorial in Edmonton
“Our Government commends the members of the Victoria Cross Memorial Park Monument Society for their dedication to ensuring that the important contributions of our Veterans will be remembered for future generations.”
Government of Canada Invests in Green Agriculture Research
“This investment reinforces our Government’s commitment to providing farmers with tools and knowledge to maximize returns from their land while ensuring the preservation of our environment,” said MP Hawn.