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Senator Margaret Dawn Anderson

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Senator for the Northwest Territories & member of the Progressive Senate Group. Appointed to the Senate of Canada on December 12, 2018. Account managed by staff

Joined October 2022
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@SenMarilou
Marilou McPhedran
21 days
👏🙏 to @ITK_CanadaInuit Board with President Natan Obed & amazing team for #Tapiriit2024 - another fabulous evening to be inspired by food, fashion, future of Inuit Nunangat and celebrate w @KPateontheHill & @DawnSenator
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Senator Margaret Dawn Anderson
5 months
Quyanainni to the @FurInstitute for meeting with me yesterday to discuss cultural, economic, and practical significance of fur and its role in Indigenous culture and heritage. Quyanainni!
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@DawnSenator
Senator Margaret Dawn Anderson
5 months
It is with deep sadness and a profound sense of loss that we extend our sincere condolences to the families and friends affected by the recent plane crash in Fort Smith, NT. Together, we will navigate this sorrow, standing united in our shared grief.
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Senator Margaret Dawn Anderson
6 months
On December 13th, I rose to speak to Bill C-21 An Act to amend certain Acts and to make certain consequential amendments (firearms). To watch the full speech, visit:
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Senator Margaret Dawn Anderson
7 months
Another successful meeting with @CASAACAE student delegation addressing issues on cost of living & financial affordability of education, access to mental health resources & high-quality research opportunities. I was delighted to hear from Indigenous & Northern youth voices, too!
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@SenateCA
Senate of Canada
8 months
Canada must accelerate psychedelic drug therapy research for veterans with PTSD: Subcommittee on Veterans Affairs Read the report: #SenCA #VEAC #CdnPoli #Veterans #Psychedelics
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Senate of Canada
8 months
The Arctic is more than a strategic location for @DawnSenator , the first female Indigenous senator from the Northwest Territories. It’s her home and the home of Inuit. #SenCA #SECD #InuitDay
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Senator Margaret Dawn Anderson
8 months
✨Proud to share about the incredible work of Ember unit at @girlguidesofcan 🇨🇦 They're fostering leadership, empowerment, and Canadian connections. Meeting these bright young leaders was a privilege. Quyanainni 🙌Keep shining, Ember unit! 💪 #GirlGuidesofCanada #EmpowerGirls
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Senator Margaret Dawn Anderson
8 months
A special thank you to Kevin Halwa from the @npffpn for discussing pressing issues facing RCMP Members and all Canadians related to policing and public safety.
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Senator Margaret Dawn Anderson
8 months
Today, I met with teenage youth at Mackenzie Mountain School in the small community of Norman Wells, NT. They learned about the Senate of Canada and my role as a Senator. It's always a pleasure engaging with youth from my territory!
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Senate of Canada
9 months
(1/3)⚠️Content warning: Violence related to Indian Residential Schools Members of the Senate Committee on #IndigenousPeoples invited colleagues to join those from coast to coast to coast who are taking part in #OrangeShirtDay . #APPA #EveryChildMatters #SenCA
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Senate of Canada
9 months
The #NationalDayforTruthandReconciliation is a time to honour Indian Residential School Survivors and the children who never came home. #SenCA 1/2
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@SenateCA
Senate of Canada
9 months
Read #NDTR reflections by senators @DawnSenator , @michele_audette , @SenatorBoyer , @senatorbrazeau , @BrianFrancisPEI , Margo Greenwood, @Mister_Regina , @MetisSenatorPLB , Paul J. Prosper and Judy A. White: 2/2
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Senator Margaret Dawn Anderson
9 months
Ending the week on a positive note: Thank you to representatives of Accelerate, Adam Johnson (Nano One), Joanna Kyriazis (Clean Energy Canada), and Mathieu Lalonde (Glencore), for the engaging and honest discussion on Canadian Zero Emissions Vehicles.
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Senator Margaret Dawn Anderson
9 months
Re-entry from evacuations due to wildfires in the NWT is progressing for most communities and Enterprise may be allowed to return tomorrow. I extend a warm welcome back home to all affected. For the most up-to-date information, I recommend following @NWTFire and @CabinRadio
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Senator Margaret Dawn Anderson
9 months
Large & competitive operators, upcoming regulations, & lack of infrastructure could negatively impact air operations in northern and remote communities. Thank you to Northern Air Transport Association board members Capt. Speer and Capt. Michel for these key discussions.
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