Press Release March 22, 2025 Calgary, Alberta FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – Hon. Len Webber, ECA, MP (Calgary Confederation) made the following announcement ahead of an anticipated federal election call this weekend. “It has been an honour to be the elected Member of Parliament for Calgary ... Full Article

Report cheating in federal government contracts Do you suspect that a colleague, acquaintance or an industry competitor is cheating or is unfairly benefiting from a Government contract?  You can make a difference by reporting it. Contract cheating affects all Canadians and can amount to fraud ... Full Article

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Buy Canadian, Shop Local As we navigate through these challenging times, it’s more important than ever to support our local economy and fellow Canadians. By choosing to buy Canadian-made products and shopping locally, we can make a significant impact on our community’s prosperity ... Full Article

Directory of Federal Real Property There is a free online directory that allows you to search and view all federal properties, buildings and contaminated sites.   You can also filter the results by many other attributes including electoral districts. Nationally, the Directory of Federal Real ... Full Article

Are You Registered? CHECK NOW Canada will have a federal election this year, but its timing is uncertain. We may be in the middle of one by the time you read this. When an election is called Elections Canada provides information about when and where you can vote. To do this, the non-partisan ... Full Article

What to do when someone dies There can be a lot of things to do when someone has died. Depending on your relationship to the person, you may have different tasks or activities to complete. Find out what has to be done if you are not sure or need guidance. Prepare for end of life […] Full Article

2025 Benefit Payment Dates You can find the payment dates for federal programs here. This includes: Canada Pension Plan (CPP) Old Age Security (OAS) GST/HST Credits Canada Child Benefit (CCB) Advanced Canada Worker’s Benefit (ACWB) Alberta Child and Family Benefit (ACFB) Veteran ... Full Article

Remembering Zhou Video games have become a popular pastime for many Canadians, offering entertainment and a sense of community. However, as with any activity, moderation is key. A teenager in our community passed away in October in a suspected case of extreme exhaustion brought on by excessive ... Full Article

CHRISTMAS HELP This month families will gather around the table to celebrate Christmas with loved ones.  Unfortunately, the meal will not be as grand as it once was for a growing number of families. Food Banks Canada has reported that food bank use in Canada is setting all-time records with ... Full Article

Travel Advisories & Warnings You are responsible for your own safety when travelling. Please use the free travel advisories and warnings information to make the right decision. Before you travel, enter your destination to know what risks there are, how to mitigate them and how to get help. ... Full Article

Making Time To Remember Have you ever wondered why Canadians and Americans don’t celebrate Thanksgiving at the same time? Following the Great War in 1919, the Parliament of Canada, like other countries of the British Empire, passed legislation to mark November 11th as Armistice Day. The day ... Full Article

See the results of the 2024 Annual Community Survey. As part of my ongoing pledge to represent you in Parliament, I regularly consult with you on important issues through my community mailings and online surveys. A mail-in survey was sent to all households asking which issues you would like to ... Full Article

Canadian Retirement Income Calculator The Canadian Retirement Income Calculator will provide you with retirement income information. This includes the Old Age Security (OAS) pension and Canada Pension Plan (CPP) retirement benefits. To estimate your retirement incomes from various sources, you ... Full Article

Time, Talent & Treasure We all have something to give – our time, our talents and our treasure (money).  Some have more of one than another, but we all have something we can give. Community service is the price you pay to live somewhere and everyone should get involved in their community ... Full Article

Work Opportunities Unemployment in Calgary continues to rise, but many do not know where to start the job search, especially if they are looking to change careers. Our local economy benefits when those looking to fill jobs get connected with the right people. Whether you are in need of a job, ... Full Article

  Spot the health hazards in your home and learn how to protect yourself and your loved ones. Take the Healthy Home Challenge at www.canada.ca/healthy-home. Full Article

MP REPORT Do You Know Your ABCDE’s?   Hopefully you are enjoying the outdoors this summer, but are putting yourself at risk?  This year, almost 7,000 Canadians will be diagnosed with melanoma after spending too much time in the sun in the past. Melanoma is one of the most aggressive ... Full Article

The Dalhousie Digest is going Digital! Sign up for the community newsletter online at www.dalhousiecalgary.ca and take advantage of every community event, program, and opportunity to get involved. Full Article

It Costs Everyone Car theft becoming a massive cost for every Canadian because the problem is getting out of control and the criminals are far ahead of law enforcement.  Car theft us up over 35% since 2015. Car theft provides a major source of funding for terrorist and crime organizations to ... Full Article