Often described as a modern-day form of slavery, human trafficking occurs across the world and involves recruiting, moving, or holding victims, usually women and children to exploit them for profit, usually for sexual reasons or forced labour.
July 30 WORLD DAY AGAINST TRAFFICKING IN PERSONS
Ashura is an important occasion in the Islamic calendar that carries a spiritual and historical significance for both Sunni and Shia Muslims.
July 27 - 28 ASHURA
This year marks the 70th anniversary of the signing of the Korean Armistice Agreement, which ended over three years of fighting on the Korean Peninsula.
July 27 KOREAN WAR VETERANS DAY
Our Jewish neighbours and friends will observe Tisha B’Av today, a day of communal mourning
July 26-27 Tisha B'Av
On this day, I remember with my Tamil friends and neighbours, the thousands of Tamil people who were killed, injured, or displaced in the tragic pogroms in July 1983
July 23 TAMIL: BLACK JULY
On this Muharram, I hope for a year full of peace, happiness, good health, and many new friends, for my Muslim friends and neighbours.
July 18 -19 MUHARRAM ISLAMIC/ISLAMIC NEW YEAR
Happy Canada Day! I hope you have fun and safe celebrations. Let’s continue to work together to build a better Canada, one that honours and welcomes Indigenous peoples wisdom and experience
July 1 CANADA DAY
On Ismaili Imamat Day, we join Ismaili Muslims in Canada and around the world to celebrate the accession of His Highness Prince Karim Aga Khan IV as the 49th hereditary Imam – spiritual leader – of Shia Ismaili Muslims.
July 8 ISMAILI IMAMAT DAY
Nunavut Day is an annual celebration that commemorates the creation of the Canadian territory of Nunavut in 1993
July 9 NUNAVAT DAY
Nelson Mandela, human rights lawyer, a prisoner of conscience, an international peacemaker, and the first democratically elected president
July 18 NELSON MANDELA DAY
Leah Taylor Roy
I was born in York Region and have deep roots here. I currently live in Aurora, with my husband, Peter Roy. Together we raised six children and have the pleasure of two granddaughters.
I grew up in a family, who still lives in York Region, that served and continues to serve in public office and are leaders and members of many community charities and not-for-profits. This gave me the legacy to be a dynamic, effective, and passionate Member of Parliament, ready to dedicate my life to serving you and our communities. As MP, I will be your strong voice in Ottawa, working hard in Parliament to ensure that the priorities of Aurora—Oak Ridges—Richmond Hill, are heard and addressed now and for future generations.
I have the proven experience it takes to make me a successful Member of Parliament for Aurora—Oak Ridges—Richmond Hill. I have been well prepared by a rigorous and comprehensive education. After graduating from the University of Toronto with a degree in Commerce, I attended Harvard University where I received a Master’s in Public Policy, with a focus on International Finance and Development, as well as taking classes at the MIT Sloan School of Business, the Harvard Business School, and the Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy.
My passion for public policy and business led me to a position with the World Bank, where I worked in both policy analysis and the Treasury. I returned to Canada and joined the global management consulting firm, McKinsey and Company, in the Toronto office where I worked across Canada for major Canadian corporations in every region and sector of the economy. Later, I became an Executive Vice President of my husband’s family’s energy co-generation company.
My commitment to the community goes beyond politics. I am proud to have established a not-for-profit that focused on practical solutions to support small businesses in developing countries. I am now an active supporter of numerous York Region charities, including CHATS, Habitat for Humanity, Aurora Black History Association, CMHA, Inn from the Cold, Salaam Foundation, Heart and Stroke, and Voices of Joy - a local choir for people of all abilities - York Regional Environmental Alliance, Oak Ridges Morraine Conservation, Community Living, and the Salaam Foundation. The opportunity for serving our communities and helping our neighbours are endless. I encourage you to find your own niche.
Resources
My office can help you navigate the many federal programs and services the Government offers. Before we assist you, we may need your permission to act on your behalf. Below you will find all the services along with a form you will be required to complete. Please note: not all services require an authorization form.
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Canada Pension Plan (CPP) - Authorization Form
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Old Age Security (OAS) - Authorization Form
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Passport Canada - Authorization Form
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Employment Insurance Benefits (EI) - Authorization Form
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Citizenship and Immigration - Authorization Form
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Canada Student Loans (CSL)
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Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) - Authorization Form
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Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS)
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Veterans Affairs - Authorization Form
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Federal Crown Corporations
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Federal funding for organizations
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Petitions to Parliament
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Acquiring Canadian flags and pins
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ACOA
Help With Your Casework
Our office is here to help you with all the questions and requests you have concerning your casework associated with federal programs. Some of the things we can help you get more information on are:
Immigration, Citizenship and Permanent Resident applications
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Canada Pension Plan (CPP)
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Old Age Security (OAS)
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Employment Insurance Benefits (EI)
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Canada Revenue Agency (CRA)
This list is not exhaustive and we recommend you reach out to us if you are not sure.
Please Note: Please make sure to not include your SIN or any other personal identification number through this form.
