Dear Friend,

On Friday, Remembrance Day, I was honoured to join the RCAF Foundation  for a poignant morning spent commemorating our fallen soldiers, our veterans, and those currently serving in a ceremony at Mount Pleasant Cemetery Mausoleum in front of W/C William G. Barker memorial.

Remembrance Day has always been such an important day to my family. Peter’s grandfather was a RCAF pilot in WW1, Peter’s father was a spitfire pilot in the Battle of Britain in WWII and my father was a member of Conn Smythe’s 30th Battery arriving in France on D-Day+5 - While in Mt. Pleasant Cemetery, I took a moment to visit his grave and lay a wreath in thanks. 

They never wanted to talk about war. They lived through it and it was awful. Every year, we take this day to give thanks to those who have served and continue to serve our country.

Each year I love to share my father-in-law’s favourite poem. We think Peter’s father may actually have written it:

The drum is silent now,

And the wind sighs

Where once they walked;

And the stars, which watched

The valour of their days,

At each new dusk

Remember.

We Remember.

Lest we forget,

Are you between the ages of 14-25, live in Toronto-St. Paul's and feel passionate about politics and social issues?  Do you want to get involved and meet like minded individuals?  

Join the Toronto-St. Paul’s CYC to share your unique perspective and to participate in policy discussions, projects and initiatives with the Hon. Carolyn Bennett. 

The application deadline has been extended to November 30th, 2022.

Do you know an amazing neighbour or ‘unsung hero’ that should be
recognized for their service to our Toronto-St. Paul's community? Nominate them today!

Winners will be celebrated at a special ceremony and awarded a Queen Elizabeth II’s Platinum Jubilee Pin!

The application deadline has been extended to November 30th, 2022.

On November 3rd, the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, Chrystia Freeland, released the 2022 Fall Economic Statement.

The  Statement will continue to make life more affordable for people and build an economy that works for all Canadians. Highlights include:

• Permanently eliminating interest on student and apprentice loans
• Doubling the GST tax credit
• Providing dental care for kids under twelve

On November 10th, Dr. Theresa Tam, Chief Public Health Officer, warned us that as COVID-19 transmission continues across the country, other respiratory viruses have increased to above seasonal levels as respiratory virus season gets underway early across Canada. She encourages all Canadians to meet the challenges of this fall and winter, and recommit to not losing the gains we've made as we resume in-person activities by focusing on the three #VaccinePlus precautions: 

• Boost your immunity - get vaccinated
• Protect yourself - wear a mask and wash your hands
• Reduce the spread - if you are sick, stay home!

COVID-19 Free vaccines are available to everyone in Canada. To learn more about Canada's response to COVID19 visit:
canada.ca/covid-19

WELLNESS TOGETHER Connects Canadians to peer support workers, social workers, psychologists and other professionals for confidential chat sessions or phone calls.
wellnesstogether.ca

KIDS HELP PHONE Connects youth with professional counselling, information and referrals across Canada without any face-to-face contact.
kidshelpphone.ca

The Toronto -St. Paul's  constituency office is open Monday-Friday, 8:30am-4:30pm.  Call us at 416-952-3990, or email [email protected] for assistance in any federal matter.

Hon. Carolyn Bennett
40 Holly St - Suite 103
Toronto, ON M4S 3C3
Canada