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Leah ProudLakota (she/her) @leahgazan.bsky.social · 18h

Words are one thing, action is another.

The Liberals and Conservatives like to talk about defending workers. But if they really care about protecting workers' rights, will they support my #BillC247 to repeal Section 107 of the Canada Labour Code?

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Leah ProudLakota (she/her) @leahgazan.bsky.social · 1d

I am deeply troubled by the silence of the Canadian government while Israel illegally arrests and detains Canadian citizens who are involved in these missions.

Canada must demand the safe return of abducted Conscience crew Flotilla members and demand an end to the genocide in Gaza. (2/2)

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Leah ProudLakota (she/her) @leahgazan.bsky.social · 1d

Israel is violating international humanitarian law by not allowing the Flotilla missions to deliver essential aid, and arresting and detaining individuals who are participating in these humanitarian missions. (1/2)

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Leah ProudLakota (she/her) @leahgazan.bsky.social · 1d

(3/3) I hope this sign of support by petitioners will urge the government to finally act to resolve this issue.

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Leah ProudLakota (she/her) @leahgazan.bsky.social · 1d

(2/3) to brick-and-mortar banks within reasonable walking distance from their homes. This closure will leave many of our neighbours more vulnerable to predatory lenders and exploitative cheque cashing operations.

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Leah ProudLakota (she/her) @leahgazan.bsky.social · 1d

This week I was honoured to table my constituents’ petition to halt the closure of the RBC Bank Branch on the corner of Sargent and Sherbrook in Winnipeg.

Our community is home to diverse populations including newcomers, Indigenous people, seniors and young families who depend on access (1/3)

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Leah ProudLakota (she/her) @leahgazan.bsky.social · 1d

«Qu’il s’agisse d’Air Canada, de Postes Canada, des chemins de fer ou des ports, le message est toujours le même: quand les grandes entreprises se plaignent, le gouvernement cède», a déclaré Mme Gazan en présentant le texte législatif.

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Un projet de loi du NPD pour défendre le droit à la grève

Le Nouveau Parti démocratique (NPD) a déposé un projet de loi pour empêcher le gouvernement fédéral d’intervenir «abusivement» dans les conflits de travail.

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Leah ProudLakota (she/her) @leahgazan.bsky.social · 1d

Striking and collective bargaining are protected by our Constitution. They are not optional, they are fundamental parts of a democratic society.

Through my #BillC247 I and the @ndp.ca are putting power back where it belongs: with the workers. #UnionStrong

MP Leah Gazan stands alongside labour leaders and NDP interim leader Don Davies presenting her Bill C-247 to remove Section 107 from the Canada Labour Code.

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Leah ProudLakota (she/her) @leahgazan.bsky.social · 2d

It’s time to return negotiations to the bargaining table, not the back rooms of corporate elites. And it’s time to give the power back to workers.

We must protect free, collective bargaining, and the right to strike. #UnionStrong

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Leah ProudLakota (she/her) @leahgazan.bsky.social · 2d

Today I stood with @cupescfp.bsky.social and @canadianlabour.bsky.social leaders, flight attendants and other workers presenting my Bill C-247 to remove Section 107 from the Canada Labour Code.

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Leah ProudLakota (she/her) @leahgazan.bsky.social · 2d

Today I’m joining union leaders, workers and Don Davies at the
@cupescfp.bsky.social National Convention presenting my Bill C-247 to remove Section 107 from the Canada Labour Code and end union busting.

It’s time to give power back to workers. #UnionStrong

Hill Times article announcing a press conference of Leah Gazan, Don Davies and Bea Bruske presenting MP Gazan's private member's bill.

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Leah ProudLakota (she/her) @leahgazan.bsky.social · 3d

Read #BillC247: www.parl.ca/legisinfo/en...

A screenshot of the LEGISinfo webpage showing Bill C-247, An Act to amend the Canada Labour Code, with the page URL displayed at the bottom.

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Leah ProudLakota (she/her) @leahgazan.bsky.social · 3d

“If the Liberals truly believe in workers’ rights, they must stop siding with corporate interests and commit to repealing Section 107 once and for all. Because workers’ rights are not optional — they are the foundation of a fair and just democracy.”

A photo of MP Leah Gazan in the House of Commons with text overlaid:
“If the Liberals truly believe in workers’ rights, they must stop siding with corporate interests and commit to repealing Section 107 once and for all. Because
workers’ rights are not optional — they are the foundation of a fair and just democracy.”

MP Leah Gazan, Winnipeg Centre

Introducing Bill C-247 to repeal
Section 107 of the Canada Labour Code

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Leah ProudLakota (she/her) @leahgazan.bsky.social · 3d

That's why I and my @ndp.ca colleagues tabled Bill C-247 to remove Section 107 from the Canada Labour Code.

Contact your MP today and tell them to support #BillC247 and uphold workers' rights!

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Leah ProudLakota (she/her) @leahgazan.bsky.social · 3d

Time and again the Liberals have violated workers' constitutional right to strike by abusing Section 107 of the Canada Labour Code, showing they're with corporations, not workers.

Workers' rights are fundamental to democracy, not a minor inconvenience to be overridden without a second thought.

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Leah ProudLakota (she/her) @leahgazan.bsky.social · 5d

Congratulations to @Giganawenimaanaanig on the launch of Red Dress Stories. May the voices of our ancestors and love ones guide us toward justice. #nationaldayofactionformmiwg2s

www.reddressstoriesmb.ca

Red Dress Stories MB

www.reddressstoriesmb.ca

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Leah ProudLakota (she/her) @leahgazan.bsky.social · 6d

"I wish to lift up organizations, advocates, families, and survivors of violence who have led the way in advocating for justice, and all of those who are working to put an end to this genocide. I love you."
#nationaldayofactionformmiwg2s

An image of MP Gazan wearing a red dress while speaking in the House of Commons, with the following text overlaid:

"I wish to lift up organizations, advocates, families, and survivors of violence who have led the way in advocating for justice, and all of those who are working to put an end to this genocide. I love you.”

National Day of Action for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and Two-Spirit People

Leah Gazan, MP for Winnipeg Centre

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Leah ProudLakota (she/her) @leahgazan.bsky.social · 6d

Thank you to the families, advocates, and survivors for leading this movement year after year. I would like to make a special mention of Bridget Tolley with Sisters in Spirit.

We will not stay silent in the face of this ongoing genocide.

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Leah ProudLakota (she/her) @leahgazan.bsky.social · 6d

I was honoured to join at the 19th annual Sisters in Spirit vigil on Parliament Hill today honouring survivors, families and communities impacted by this ongoing genocide.

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Leah ProudLakota (she/her) @leahgazan.bsky.social · 6d

If the Liberals really stand with workers, will they repeal section 107 of the Canada Labour Code now?

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Leah ProudLakota (she/her) @leahgazan.bsky.social · 7d

(3/3) This practice disproportionately harms incarcerated Indigenous and Black persons, often worsening pre-existing mental health issues and trauma.

We need real pathways to improve public safety. That’s why I’m lending my full support to Tona’s Law.

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Leah ProudLakota (she/her) @leahgazan.bsky.social · 7d

(2/3) Our visit reaffirmed for me why I am so proud to sponsor Senator Pate’s private members bill, Tona’s Law in the House of Commons. Segregation and solitary confinement have nothing to do with rehabilitation.

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Leah ProudLakota (she/her) @leahgazan.bsky.social · 7d

(1/3) Last week I joined Senator Kim Pate and National Chief Cindy Woodhouse Nepinak to tour Stony Mountain Penitentiary in Winnipeg.

MP Gazan stands alongside Senator Pate and National Chief Woodhouse Nepinak at the Stony Mountain Penitentiary.

A cell at the Stony Mountain Penitentiary.

MP Gazan observes a cell at the Stony Mountain Penitentiary.

Leah observes and installation at the Stony Mountain Penitentiary.

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Leah ProudLakota (she/her) @leahgazan.bsky.social · 8d

“If Canada is serious about building an economy rooted in dignity and human rights, the Liberals must ensure that Indigenous women and girls are given a seat at the table, that our voices are heard, and that our lives are safeguarded.”

hilltimes.com/story/2025/0...

Headline of MP Gazan's Hill Times Op-Ed: 'Message to Carney: The safety of Indigenous women and girls is in the national interest.

Photo features many Indigenous women marching in solidarity.

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Leah ProudLakota (she/her) @leahgazan.bsky.social · 8d

Why won’t the Liberal Minister do his job and protect the public service and good jobs instead of cutting them?

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