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Senator Stan Kutcher @stankutcher.sencanada.ca · 5d

Part 2 of my 3rd reading speech

Senator Stan Kutcher @stankutcher.sencanada.ca · 5d

It was with great pleasure that I rose in the Senate Chamber to deliver my third reading speech on Bill S-210, the Ukrainian Heritage Month Bill. The bill has officially passed in the Senate and will now move to the House of Commons.

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Senator Stan Kutcher @stankutcher.sencanada.ca · 7d

I am pleased to announce that my bill, S-210, An Act Respecting Ukrainian Heritage Month, has passed third reading in the Senate today. I hope Bill S-210 progresses smoothly through the House of Commons and when passed, it will designate each September as Ukrainian Heritage Month across Canada.

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Senator Stan Kutcher @stankutcher.sencanada.ca · 9d

Today, on National Day of Truth and Reconciliation, let us remember that we have to move forward together with compassion, clarity, purpose and courage. Working together to do what is necessary and is right - is our task.

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Senator Stan Kutcher @stankutcher.sencanada.ca · 9d

I was honoured to join Senators Donna Dasko and Rebecca Patterson in hosting Ukrainian Heritage Day in the Senate of Canada. We celebrated Ukrainian culture as a symbol of resilience. Thank you to UCC and MEEST Canada for supporting this event.

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Senator Stan Kutcher @stankutcher.sencanada.ca · 15d

It was a pleasure to meet with the Canadian Medical Association alongside some of my fellow health Senators. We had discussions about how to support Canadian physicians, and improving healthcare access for Canadians. I am grateful for the CMA’s ongoing leadership to advancing health nationwide.

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Senator Stan Kutcher @stankutcher.sencanada.ca · Aug 26

Canada can step should Ministers Joly and Champagne choose to do so. Must double funding to TriCouncils and scholarships and create a by pathway for US researchers. We can do it, if we choose to.

Kelly McNagny @kmcnagny.bsky.social · Aug 12

bbc.com/news/articles/c74dzdddvmjo 2 of 2) Canada, you stepped up on vaccine development. Time to double down and become the world leaders. US chaos/self-goal is a scientific and economic opportunity and we have the skill...time to be bold @stankutcher.sencanada.ca @canada-gov-ca.bsky.social

RFK Jr cancels $500m in mRNA vaccine development in the US

Since taking office, the vaccine sceptic has made a number of changes to how vaccines are regulated.

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Senator Stan Kutcher @stankutcher.sencanada.ca · Aug 25

I am honoured to receive the Order of Merit from President Zelenskyy for Ukraine’s Independence Day. This reflects the strong bond between Canada and Ukraine. I remain committed to supporting Ukraine. Read more: www.president.gov.ua/documents/61...

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Senator Stan Kutcher @stankutcher.sencanada.ca · Jul 17

Let’s be clear: vaccines do not cause autism. This false claim has been thoroughly disproven by decades of research. For some reason there are people who continue this lie, causing unfounded concern amongst parents who want to do the best for their children. @scienceupfirst.bsky.social

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Senator Stan Kutcher @stankutcher.sencanada.ca · Jul 3

It was a privilege to meet with MEEST, a Canadian organization with (Ukrainian roots) over 30 years of experience. “Meest” means “bridge” in Ukrainian, and that’s exactly what they are: MEEST delivers tons of humanitarian aid, offers consistent support to Ukrainians.

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Senator Stan Kutcher @stankutcher.sencanada.ca · Jun 12

Earlier this week, I asked the Government Representative of the Senate about how Canada will be promoting the Sky Shield Initiative to our allies, which will provide Ukrainian children the protection they need.

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Senator Stan Kutcher @stankutcher.sencanada.ca · Jun 11

Today, on June 11, the Senate of Canada adopted my motion condemning all Russian attacks and interference targeting Ukrainian children and calls for all states part of the International coalition to return all Ukrainian children and protect them against Russian aggression.

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Senator Stan Kutcher @stankutcher.sencanada.ca · Jun 11

On June 10, I gave notice to move a motion that the Senate of Canada condemns all Russian attacks and interference on the lives of Ukrainian children and calls for all states part of the International coalition to return all Ukrainian children and protect them against Russian aggression.

Senator Stan Kutcher @stankutcher.sencanada.ca · Jun 5

Yesterday, June 4, the world marks the International Day of Innocent Children Victims of Aggression. 630 children were will by Russia in Ukraine since full-scale invasion. 19546 children deported/stolen by Russia.To commemorate this important day, I spoke at their awareness event on Parliament Hill.

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Senator Paula Simons 🇨🇦 @senatorpaulasimons.bsky.social · Jun 4

A solemn gathering on Parliament Hill, gathered to remember the hundreds of Ukrainian children killed in war - and the thousands more, kidnapped and taken to Russia for “reeducation.” Among the speakers were my Senate colleague @stankutcher.sencanada.ca and Edmonton MP @heathermcpherson.bsky.social

A small group, holding Ukrainian & Canadian flags, stands outside the West Block on Parliament Hill. On the green lawn are hundreds of white squares, each with the name and age of a Ukrainian child killed by Russian aggression.

Ukrainian-Canadian Senator Stan Kutcher in a dark grey suit and red tie, stands behind a microphone and music stand, a yellow dandelion in his lapel. Behind him, the East Block building - and some evidences of the construction around Centre Block

Edmonton-Strathcona NDP MP Heather McPherson, in an orange blazer and a colourful orange green and yellow striped dress, stands in front of East Block. She stands in a bright green lawn, covered with name plates of Ukrainian children killed in the war.

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Senator Stan Kutcher @stankutcher.sencanada.ca · Jun 4

Yesterday, I rose in the Senate Chamber to begin the 2nd reading of my Bill S-210, An Act respecting Ukrainian Heritage Month. Bill S-210 would declare September of every year as Ukrainian Heritage Month. I look forward to working with my colleagues to advocate for all Ukrainian Canadians.

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Senator Stan Kutcher @stankutcher.sencanada.ca · May 29

Great news! 🎉 The S-210, Ukrainian Heritage Month Act, has officially been introduced in the Senate — a meaningful step toward recognizing and celebrating the rich contributions of Ukrainian Canadians! 🇺🇦

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Senator Stan Kutcher @stankutcher.sencanada.ca · May 29

Yesterday, I rose in the Senate chamber to highlight the urgent need to combat neglected tropical diseases—21 treatable illnesses affecting 1 in 8 of the world’s most vulnerable. Canada has shown leadership before, and now is the time to do even more.

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Senator Stan Kutcher @stankutcher.sencanada.ca · May 28

Tyranny

The Washington Post @washingtonpost.com · May 28

Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said that he could bar government scientists from publishing in the world’s leading medical journals, instead proposing the creation of “in-house” publications by his agency.

RFK Jr. says he may bar scientists from publishing in top medical journals

Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. took aim at reputed journals such as the Lancet and said the agency will create “in-house” publications instead.

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Senator Stan Kutcher @stankutcher.sencanada.ca · May 22

I shared 5 priorities Canada should focus on for Ukraine—from boosting defense (Denmark model, Sky Shield, frozen assets) to trade and humanitarian support. We must lead with purpose. 🇨🇦🇺🇦
Watch the full interview here: youtu.be/1bDT9JOJm8g

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Senator Stan Kutcher @stankutcher.sencanada.ca · May 16

Vyshyvanka is the shirt of freedom — a symbol of Ukraine’s dignity, resilience, and beauty. Yesterday, on #VyshyvankaDay, we wear it for those who can’t: under fire, in occupation, or on the front lines. We stand with them. We believe in Ukraine’s victory. #Ukraine

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Senator Stan Kutcher @stankutcher.sencanada.ca · May 9

I will be speaking at first Ukrainian Community Development Summit on May 31. Register using the link: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

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Senator Stan Kutcher @stankutcher.sencanada.ca · May 2

Yes. And his anti-vax actions have the potential to bring back epidemics and pandemics of infectious diseases, harming untold numbers of innocent people and destabilizing national and global security.

André Picard @picardonhealth @picardonhealth.bsky.social · May 1

RFK Jr.’s views on #autism are clearly offensive. What’s less obvious is that they are also self-serving: He has earned money from his crusade, and stands to do so again in the future, by Donald G. McNeil Jr. www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/202... via @postopinions.bsky.social #infodemic

Opinion | RFK Jr.’s view of autism is wrong — but profitable

The study he hopes to conduct within a year is unlikely to refute the strong existing evidence against his ideas.

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Senator Stan Kutcher @stankutcher.sencanada.ca · May 1

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Senator Stan Kutcher @stankutcher.sencanada.ca · May 1

Canada’s democracy is under threat—from both Russian disinformation and a growing wave of Trump-aligned rhetoric echoing the Kremlin’s playbook. In our latest op-ed, Marcus Kolga and I explore how these converging narratives are designed to destabilize and divide. The time to act is now.

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