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STAYING CONNECTED ! JULY 2010
Parliament has adjourned in Ottawa and, as we head into summer, I am happy to be back in the riding full time and I look forward to seeing more of you....

Aboriginal Day

On Sunday, June 21, Canadians of every origin are invited tocelebrate National Aboriginal Day. It is an opportunity for the Inuit, the Métis and the members of First Nations to express the deep pride they feel in their heritage and their successes...

Commemorate the Anniversary of the Escuminac Disaster
This year marks the 51th anniversary of the worst work-related disaster to occur in New Brunswick. This catastrophe, known as the Escuminac Disaster, took place during the night of June 19 - 20, 1959...

Government of Canada creates summer jobs in Miramichi
More Miramichi riding students will have an opportunity to gain valuable work experience and earn money for the upcoming school year thanks to a Government of Canada initiative. Ms. Tilly O’Neill Gordon, Member of Parliament for Miramichi, made the announcement on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development.

Canadian Forces and Veterans to be Honoured Once Again with Free VIA Rail Travel This Summer
OTTAWA, ONTARIO. June 1, 2010 – The Government of Canada and VIA Rail have announced the third year of VIA Rail’s Canadian Forces Family Appreciation fares to celebrate the contributions made to the country by Canada’s military personnel and veterans.

MP Tilly O’Neill Gordon recognizes International Day of Families
OTTAWA, Ontario - Tilly O’Neill Gordon, MP for Miramichi, would like to encourage people throughout the riding to take a moment today to think about the importance of family in their lives...

CANADA’S GOVERNMENT MOVES TO INCREASE VOTER PARTICIPATION
Ottawa, Ontario – Voter turnout will increase in Canada thanks to the Government of Canada’s Increasing Voter Participation Act, said Tilly O’Neill Gordon Member of Parliament for Miramichi.

Emergency Preparedness Week – May 2 to 8, 2010
MP for Miramichi Tilly O’Neill Gordon Announces Launch of 15th Annual Emergency Preparedness Week (May 2 to 8, 2010), encouraging Canadians to take practical steps to prepare for emergencies.

Mental Health Week – May 3 to 9, 2010
At some point in our lives, we may need to give our mental health a boost by seeking the help of a professional

Earth Day is the largest, most celebrated environmental event worldwide.
Ottawa, Ontario — Tilly O’Neill Gordon, Member of Parliament for Miramichi, invites you to celebrate Earth Day’s 40th anniversary on April 22, 2010. This annual event marks the birth of the environmental movement as we know it today.

MP O’Neill-Gordon Announces Funding for Miramichi Folksong Festival
Ottawa (Ontario) - The Miramichi Folksong Festival received a grant of $6,700 through the Building Communities Through Arts and Heritage program for its 53rd edition which will be held from August 1 to 6, 2010.

Government of Canada supports military families
Miramichi, New-Brunswick, April 9, 2010—On behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development, Mr. Pierre Poilievre, Parliamentary Secretary to the Prime Minister and to the Minister of Intergovernmental Affairs, today announced that the Government intends to improve access to Employment Insurance (EI) parental benefits for military families. Tilly O’Neill Gordon, Member of Parliament for Miramichi, spoke about the new measure today.

E-Newsletter April 2010
First, I hope you had a good Easter week-end. April is here, the parliamentary session is well underway and lots of work is being accomplished, especially in the Fisheries and Oceans Committee and the Official Languages Committee on which I sit. Read More...

HAPPY INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY !
Members of Parliament returned to Ottawa at the beginning of March; the Speech from the Throne was delivered on March 3...

National Flag of Canada Day
Ottawa, Ontario - February 15 will mark the 45th anniversary of Canada’s maple leaf flag. Canadians in every province and territory will mark National Flag of Canada Day – an opportunity for each and every one of us to honour an important symbol of this country.

Government of Canada launches Canada Summer Jobs 2010 to help students and serve communities
Ottawa, Ontario- Miramichi Member of Parliament Tilly O’Neill Gordon announced that the Conservative government has launched Canada Summer Jobs 2010, which supports work experiences for students and helps provide important community services.

E-Newsletter February 2010
First of all, I’d like to thank everyone who came out to meet the Hon. Jim Flaherty, Minister of Finance, on January 18. His visit was very productive and he got a first-hand look at the needs of our region, especially in terms of job creation. Read More...

Earthquake in Haiti: MP Tilly O’Neill Gordon offers her support to the Haitian community of New Brunswick and to victims’ families
Ottawa, Ontario – A powerful earthquake struck Haiti late Tuesday afternoon, causing death and devastation in the region. According to witnesses, as dusk descended, chaos reigned in the capital, Port-au-Prince, which was surrounded by a large cloud of dust.

E-Newsletter January 2010
It is hard to believe that the holidays are already over and we are starting a new year! I hope that you had a great time celebrating with friends and family.

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