Empowering Canadians to Have Their Say About Our Democracy
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The Government of Canada wants to hear from as many Canadians as possible in a national conversation about electoral reform.
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Clerk’s Remarks at Justice Canada’s Business and Regulatory Law Portfolio Training Day
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So the idea of a society that operates under the rule of law with democratic institutions and protections for its minorities and has to be reasserted. And in that role, going back 149 years or 148 years ago, there has been an Attorney General function, and a Department of Justice within the Public Service of Canada, and I think it’s important that you celebrate that anniversary when it comes. You have made a contribution, both to the Public Service and to your country.
Strengthening Democracy by Making Voting Easier
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The Government of Canada is introducing legislation that proposes 7 changes to the Canadian electoral system. Bill C-33, An Act to amend the Canada Elections Act, was introduced today in the House of Commons by the Honourable Maryam Monsef, Minister of Democratic Institutions.
Bill C-33: 7 Reforms to Increase Voter Participation and Electoral Integrity
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The Government of Canada has introduced An Act to amend the Canada Elections Act in the House of Commons on November 24, 2016. The Bill includes seven measures that, if passed, would increase voter participation by breaking down barriers to voting while enhancing the efficiency and integrity of our elections.
News Conference by Minister Monsef on Introduction of Bill
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Media representatives are advised that the Minister of Democratic Institutions, the Honourable Maryam Monsef, will be holding a news conference following the introduction of a Bill in the House of Commons.
Clerk’s Remarks at the INAC Executive Forum
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The topic of the day is mental health and well-being. I am not an expert by any means, but I have seen the efforts over the last few years of the public service as the largest employer in the country to catch up with the societal trend to deal with mental health and wellness issues. I am very pleased with the progress we have made but there is so much more that we need to do. So today, we can certainly talk about that; or we can talk about the world of EXs; whatever you like.
Clerk’s Remarks at the APEX Induction Ceremony
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I am very proud to be here today as Clerk. Like many of you, I got a new job this year and mine has three hats. I like being deputy minister to the Prime Minister – it's pretty cool many days – and I like being Secretary to the Cabinet and sitting in the corner. But I'm especially pleased to be statutorily Head of the Public Service and to be an ambassador and a spokesperson for this wonderful institution. And to be here and celebrate your personal accomplishments in getting into this community and to collectively celebrate who we are and what we do makes me especially proud. I’m really proud to be with you this evening.
Clerk’s Remarks at the Parks Canada Executive Forum
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It's very important in every department, agency, organization, to know your business, know your people, know the work environment, and know what you can do. As feedback to you, I would say that I'm very impressed with what the agency is doing in the field of mental health, and workplace well-being. Keep it up and share your best practices and what you learn with the rest of the Public Service.
Minister Monsef available to media following dialogue on electoral reform in Calgary on October 29 at the Sheraton Suites Calgary Eau Claire
| Privy Council Office | media advisories
Media representatives are advised that the Minister of Democratic Institutions, the Honourable Maryam Monsef, will be in Calgary to host a public dialogue on federal electoral reform with local residents.
Minister Monsef available to media following dialogue on electoral reform in Victoria on October 27 at the Harbour Towers Hotel and Suites
| Privy Council Office | media advisories
Media representatives are advised that the Minister of Democratic Institutions, the Honourable Maryam Monsef, will be in Victoria to host a public dialogue on federal electoral reform with local residents.