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Sharif Haji @sharifhajimla.bsky.social · 13h

Moments like receiving heartfelt cards from children in my constituency remind me why I do what I do everyday.

It is to serve, to listen, and to make a difference in the lives of those I represent in the Legislative Assembly.

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Sharif Haji @sharifhajimla.bsky.social · 13h

Moments like receiving heartfelt cards from children in my constituency remind me why I do what I do everyday.

It is to serve, to listen, and to make a difference in the lives of those I represent in the Legislative Assembly.

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Sharif Haji @sharifhajimla.bsky.social · 21h

Teachers strike means empty classrooms.

For many kids, it also means empty plates. They're missing the nutrition they relied on at school.

This was preventable. It's time to FUND Public Schools fairly.

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Sharif Haji @sharifhajimla.bsky.social · 6d

If you are young albertan who is struggling to find a job, this is NOT YOUR FAULT.

If you are a young albertan who is paid the lowest wage in Canada, it is NOT YOUR FAULT.

The economic environment and the UCP policies are to be blamed.

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Sharif Haji @sharifhajimla.bsky.social · 7d

Today, October 1st, Saskatchewan increased its minimum wage. This will officially make:

👉Young Albertans receive the LOWEST MINIMUM WAGE in Canada.

👉Young Albertans have the HIGHEST unemployment rate in Canada.

Next week, young Albertans will have no teachers & classrooms.

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Sharif Haji @sharifhajimla.bsky.social · 8d

Toolkits aren’t teachers!

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Sharif Haji @sharifhajimla.bsky.social · 8d

Today is the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.

Today and everyday we have the obligation to;

👉Remember a dark and painful past.
👉Honour survivors and their stories.
👉Continue the important work of reconciliation.
👉Build a more just and equitable future together.

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Sharif Haji @sharifhajimla.bsky.social · 11d

This isn't just a policy failure, it's a failure of empathy and basic governance.

The UCP government needs to listen to the people it's meant to serve.

I stand with my constituents like Daryl & the entire community in demanding review & reform of ADAP.

‘The disabled community does not approve’: Edmonton man starts petition against ADAP

One man has started a petition against the provincial government’s new Alberta Disability Assistance Program which is scheduled to take over the Assured Income for the Severely Handicapped program nex...

www.ctvnews.ca

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Sharif Haji @sharifhajimla.bsky.social · 12d

40% of Albertan children are living in homes without enough to eat.
Albertan children are going to school hungry.

This is not acceptable
www.ctvnews.ca/edmonton/art...

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Sharif Haji @sharifhajimla.bsky.social · 12d

Alberta leads Canada in a shameful statistic: students going to school hungry.

40% of kids in our province are food-insecure. A 30% increase in one year.

This is a result of policy failure from the UCP government.

Albertans deserve better!

Alberta leads Canada in number of students showing up to school hungry: organization

Alberta leads the country in the number of students showing up to school hungry, according to the Breakfast Club of Canada.

www.ctvnews.ca

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Sharif Haji @sharifhajimla.bsky.social · 14d

The UCP government strategy on the Corrupt Care scandal is and has been:

❗️No public inquiry.
❗️A delayed report.
❗️No promise of release.

What are they hiding from Albertans?

Carrie Tait @carrietait.bsky.social · 14d

The retired judge the Alberta govt hired to investigate allegations of impropriety tied to contracts at Alberta Health Services and Alberta Health missed the deadline to submit his interim report.
www.theglobeandmail.com/canada/alber...

Investigator’s report into Alberta Health Services contract allegations delayed again

Raymond Wyant was scheduled to deliver an update to Premier Danielle Smith’s government Wednesday

www.theglobeandmail.com

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Sharif Haji @sharifhajimla.bsky.social · 16d

Across Canada, provinces are raising minimum wages this October to help workers.

In Alberta, the UCP refuses to act. Minimum wage has been frozen at $15 since 2018, the lowest in the country.

Families are struggling with rising rent and groceries while the government does nothing.

Unacceptable!

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Sharif Haji @sharifhajimla.bsky.social · 21d

I think it should be part of the options on the table.

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Sharif Haji @sharifhajimla.bsky.social · 21d

Wyman and Nous report, commissioned by government of Alberta

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Sharif Haji @sharifhajimla.bsky.social · 21d

Albertans pay second highest auto insurance in Canada. On average, we approximately pay:

👉 $770 more than Manitobans
👉 $777 more than British Columbians
👉 $763 more than Saskatchewanians
👉 $510 more than Quebecers

Why? Those provinces are in common having public insurance system. Alberta doesn’t.

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Sharif Haji @sharifhajimla.bsky.social · 22d

The Premier claims showing citizenship on driver's licenses helps AISH recipients.

Do you know what would help?

✋Stop clawing back the $200.
✋Stop the anxiety due to your policies.
✋Stop pushing them into a bad job market.
✋Treat them with the dignity.

That is what helps!

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Sharif Haji @sharifhajimla.bsky.social · 24d

Under the UCP, Alberta now has:

➡️ The 2nd most expensive utilities ➡️ The 2nd highest auto insurance
➡️ The HIGHEST unemployment
➡️ The LOWEST minimum wage

They have a whole ministry tasked with making life affordable. But, does it feel more affordable for you & your family?

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Sharif Haji @sharifhajimla.bsky.social · 26d

Building inclusive communities starts with housing.

Honoured to join a roundtable with Janis Irwin , Lorne Dach , the Intentional Community Consortium.

We discussed expanding affordable, accessible housing for Albertans with developmental disabilities.

Better is possible!

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Sharif Haji @sharifhajimla.bsky.social · 27d

If we want strong communities, we need strong public education. It is non negotiable.

Alberta’s classrooms bursting at the seams and teacher burnout help no one.

Our children deserve the best, and so do their teachers.

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Sharif Haji @sharifhajimla.bsky.social · 28d

Great to join Gursharan on My Radio 580AM this morning to discuss the upcoming legislative session & how excited our Caucus is to have @naheednenshi.bsky.social in house this fall.

We dug into the pressing issues like the looming teacher strike, rising unemployment,& affordability crisis.

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Sharif Haji @sharifhajimla.bsky.social · 29d

I keep hearing from my constituents that;

🆙Grocery bills.
🆙Unemployment.
🆙Food bank use.
🆙Youth unemployment.
🆙Insurance.
🆙The general cost of living.

Everything is up, except the support for struggling Albertans.

We can do better & better is possible.

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Sharif Haji @sharifhajimla.bsky.social · Sep 8

Had an amazing time at our BBQ with MLA Janis Irwin and the wonderful community at Al Ameen Mosque ☀️

It was great to share food, connect with neighbours with laughs and meaningful conversations.

Thank you to all the volunteers who helped make the day so special!

Sharif Haji @sharifhajimla.bsky.social · Sep 8

How can the UCP justify pushing severely disabled Albertans into a terrible job market?

Alberta's unemployment is the highest in 50 years.

Forcing AISH recipients to compete in such a job market is a recipe for increased homelessness & profound hardship.

We can do better.

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Sharif Haji @sharifhajimla.bsky.social · Sep 7

Had a fantastic time at our annual BBQ at Al-Omari Mosque with MLAs Heather Sweet and Peggy Wright.

Great chats, connecting with neighbours and fun in the sun for the kids 🌭☀️😎

Huge thanks to the volunteers for your efforts and making the day so memorable!

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Sharif Haji @sharifhajimla.bsky.social · Sep 6

The Alberta we know & believe in is one that:

👉 Protects the vulnerable.
👉 Supports those in need.
👉 Lifts each other up.

We know Albertans have the heart & the strength to build such caring society.

We just need the right compassionate leadership to get us there.

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