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February 27, 2017 | No Comments

Highly organized professional needed for Edmonton constituency office

THIS JOB COMPETITION IS CLOSED.

The office of Kerry Diotte, Member of Parliament for Edmonton Griesbach, is seeking a candidate to fill the full-time position of Constituent Assistant in Edmonton.

The ideal candidate is a self-starter who takes initiative and possesses strong interpersonal skills. The candidate must possess sound judgement and absolute discretion.

Position Description:

  • General office duties
  • Assisting constituents with requests pertaining to federal government departments
  • Liaising with community leaders and organizers
  • Monitoring key events and activities in the community, including local media
  • Organizing the Members’ schedule in the community
  • Occasional weekend and evening events with the Member
  • Photography and videography at local events

Qualifications and Experience:

  • Academic degree in a relevant field or equivalent work experience
  • High level of interpersonal communication skills including professionalism on the phone
  • Excellent writing, organizational and time management skills
  • Works well as part of a team in a professional setting
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Office, Excel, Outlook
  • Previous political work experience

Assets:

  • Proficiency in languages other than English
  • Photography and videography
  • Social media abilities

Interested candidates should send their cover letter, resume and writing samples to the attention of Sally Harris at: [email protected]

**We thank all for applying, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. **

 

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February 25, 2017 | No Comments

Calling all young writers!

What does Parliament mean to you?

The Speakers of the House of Commons and the Senate have launched a speech writing competition in honour of Canada’s 150th anniversary.

Find full details here: https://www.facebook.com/PARLyouth/app/941345315938094/

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February 23, 2017 | No Comments

Passing Wynn’s law should be a no-brainer

Yesterday, I had the opportunity to speak in the House during the debate on Wynn’s law.

This legislation will require that prosecutors disclose a bail applicant’s criminal history at a bail hearing.

By closing this loophole in the Criminal Code, this legislation could save lives and increase public safety.

But the Liberals have vowed to vote against this common-sense piece of legislation.

Sign this petition today to tell the Liberal government to support Wynn’s law: https://petitions.parl.gc.ca/en/Petition/Details?Petition=e-712

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February 20, 2017 | No Comments

Happy Family Day!

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February 17, 2017 | No Comments

Sign this e-petition today urging the Liberals to pass Wynn’s Law

Constable David Wynn was murdered by a career criminal out on bail, whose criminal history wasn’t disclosed at the bail hearing.

Currently, Canada’s Criminal Code doesn’t require the disclosure of a bail applicant’s criminal history.

Wynn’s law would close this loophole.

I’ve already received feedback from hundreds of you that think Wynn’s law is common-sense legislation.

Shamefully, the Liberal government has vowed to defeat this legislation.

If you want to see Wynn’s law passed, send the Liberals a message and sign this e-petition today: https://petitions.parl.gc.ca/en/Petition/Details?Petition=e-712

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February 9, 2017 | No Comments

Why hasn’t the construction started?

Edmonton’s Liberal Infrastructure Minister Amarjeet Sohi talks a good game but he’s failing to deliver the goods on his promised projects.

Only one of 127 infrastructure projects announced by the Liberals has started construction.

Nothing has started in Edmonton.

In the House of Commons, I demanded to know why. Sohi evaded the question.

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February 9, 2017 | No Comments

Nominate a deserving student

The MP Youth Award is an opportunity to recognize students who have shown outstanding leadership in their school or community.

The award is open to outstanding young leaders from schools in our riding of Edmonton Griesbach. Students can be nominated in the following three categories: Grades K-6, Grades 7-9 and Grades 10-12.

To nominate an outstanding young leader, please complete this nomination form or contact my office for more information.

Nominations will be accepted until May 15, 2017.

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January 28, 2017 | No Comments

Happy Lunar New Year!

To all those celebrating today, I wish you and your family health, happiness and prosperity.
Happy New Year!

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January 19, 2017 | No Comments

Apply today for the Canada Summer Jobs program

Don’t forget the extended deadline for the Canada Summer Jobs program is February 3, 2017.

This initiative supports local employers, while also providing valuable work experience for students across Canada.

Visit here for more information.

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January 7, 2017 | No Comments

Merry Christmas to all those celebrating according to the Julian calendar

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