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“Phase II of Action Plan for Faster Family Reunification Will Help Further Reduce Backlog” – MP Parm Gill
Brampton, ON – Member of Parliament Parm Gill applauded the Government’s recent announcement of Phase 2 of the Action Plan for Faster Family Reunification, designed to reduce wait times an prevent further backlogs in the immigration system. “Our Government has already dramatically decreased wait times for family reunification applications, and cut the backlog for application ...
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MP Gill Applauds Student Jobs Created by Canada Summer Jobs Initiative
Brampton, ON – Member of Parliament Parm Gill applauded the announcement today that 36 000 jobs for students will be created over the summer through the Government’s Canada Summer Jobs initiative. “These 36,000 jobs will be a tremendous opportunity for youth across the country, and these jobs benefit us all,” said MP Gill. “Creating summer ...
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MP Parm Gill Addresses the House of Commons on Organ Donation Awareness Campaign
On May 9, 2013, MP Parm Gill rose in the House of Commons to provide an update on the success of a campaign to promote Organ Donation in the community, run in association with the Amar Karma Organ Donation Society. Mr. Parm Gill (Brampton—Springdale, CPC): Mr. Speaker, over the past month I have had the ...
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MP Gill’s Anti-Gang Recruitment Bill Passes in the House of Commons
Ottawa, ON – Law enforcement agencies across the country will soon have a new tool to combat the rapid growth of street gangs in their communities, after the House of Commons voted to pass a bill introduced by MP Parm Gill designed to target those who recruit new members. “I am overwhelmed by the support ...
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MP Gill Encourages Community to Take Part in National Day of Mourning Ceremonies
Brampton, ON – Member of Parliament Parm Gill is encouraging all members of the community to take part in ceremonies marking the National Day of Mourning, which commemorates all whom have been affected or killed by accidents while at work. “On behalf of the Government of Canada, I extend my sympathies to Canadian families and ...
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MP Gill’s Efforts to Curb Gang Problem Passes Crucial Vote
Ottawa, ON –Member of Parliament Parm Gill was pleased to see his Private Member’s Bill aimed at combating gang recruitment pass a crucial Report Stage vote this evening, as the Government voiced their strong support for additional tools for law enforcement to combat gangs. “I am thrilled to see this House vote so strongly in ...
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“New CIC Tools Will Help Newcommers Succeed in Canada” – MP Gill
Brampton, ON –Member of Parliament Parm Gill praised an announcement by Citizenship & Immigration Canada of the release of two new web videos designed to help newcomers to Canada prepare for their arrival & navigate the first few weeks in a new country. “The first few weeks in a new country can be quite a ...
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MP Parm Gill Poses Question to Minister Uppal on Electoral Reform
On Tuesday, April 16th 2013, MP Parm Gill rose in the House of Commons to ask Minister of State for Democratic Reform, Tim Uppal, about plans to introduce comprehensive electoral reform legislation. FULL TEXT: Mr. Parm Gill (Brampton—Springdale, CPC): Mr. Speaker, in the government’s response to the Standing Committee on Procedure and House Affairs’ 15th ...
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MP Parm Gill Addresses the House of Commons on Vaisakhi
On Monday, April 15th 2013, MP Parm Gill rose in the House of Commons to speak on the significance of the festival of Vaisakhi, and the rich history thereof. FULL TEXT Mr. Parm Gill (Brampton—Springdale, CPC): Mr. Speaker, Vaisakhi is one of the most important observances of the year for Sikhs around the world. It ...
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Statement From MP Parm Gill on Vaisakhi
Brampton, ON –Member of Parliament Parm Gill issued the following statement marking Vaisakhi: “On behalf of the Government of Canada, I would like to send my best wishes to all those around the world gathering with family and friends to celebrate Vaisakhi.” “Today marks one of the most important observances of the year for Sikhs ...
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