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Why the Harper Government is Scrapping the Long-Gun Registry Wednesday, 01 February 2012 Canadians want and deserve safe streets and communities. Canadians want effective measures to reduce gun crime, including the control of firearms. And, rightly, Canadians expect...

2011 in Review Sunday, 01 January 2012 Looking back over this last year, from a federal perspective as your Member of Parliament we have had a very full and eventful year. I would like to personally thank all residents of Sherwood...

Merry Christmas Tuesday, 06 December 2011 As we enter the Christmas season it is a time to gather together with friends and family, and to be thankful for the many blessings that God has graced our lives with. During this season we celebrate...

Lest We Forget Tuesday, 08 November 2011 On November 11th, Canadians remember the generations of men and women in uniform who have answered the call of duty and served our country. From World War I, when Canada first proved our strength and...

Temporary Foreign Worker Roundtable Tuesday, 01 November 2011 Our Conservative Government in Ottawa is squarely focused on what matters to Canadians – economic growth and jobs. That’s why we are working hard in Parliament to implement the Next Phase...

Canada: "The Soundest Financial System in the World" Tuesday, 25 October 2011 In September, the World Economic Forum released its annual Global Competitiveness Report, declaring Canada as having the soundest financial system in the world – for the fourth year in a...

Women's History Month: Honouring Women's Contribution to Canada's Military Tuesday, 18 October 2011 In October 1929, a group of strong-minded, trail-blazing Prairie women, now known as the “Famous Five,” succeeded in having women declared “persons” before the law....

One Crime Victim is One Too Many Tuesday, 11 October 2011 From drive-by shootings, to gang violence, to random assault; the friends and family of victims of crime understand first-hand how the protection of Canadians requires constant vigilance. We...

Celebrating Canada's First National Seniors Day Wednesday, 28 September 2011 Seniors play an important role in our community. They have helped to shape our country, raised a generation and fought for our rights and freedoms. Today they continue to share their knowledge, time...

Sports Day in Canada: Celebrating Canadian Sports and Physical Activity Tuesday, 13 September 2011 I would like to take this opportunity to urge everyone to join in on the Sports Day in Canada Celebrations this week. Sports Day in Canada is back due to popular demand for the second annual...

Young Canadians Making a Difference in Developing Countries Tuesday, 06 September 2011 We are all very fortunate to live in a great country like Canada. Here we have a strong education and health care system, and we live in a safe and democratic society. We also have a good justice...

Recognizing Those that Make a Difference - Prime Ministers Volunteer Awards Wednesday, 31 August 2011 You have seen them lead fundraising events or spearhead new initiatives to tackle local challenges. Often they work behind the scenes. They are the key to the success of our communities and every...

100 Gun Salute for the 100th Anniversary of Parks Canada Friday, 12 August 2011 100-Gun salute for Parks Canada and our Canadian Forces This year marks the 100th anniversary of Parks Canada. As the steward and guide to our natural and cultural treasures, from Banff National...

Increased help for seniors starting this July Monday, 11 July 2011 In the past election, I had the privilege to listen and to speak to many seniors across our community. Seniors, such as those I recently met in Clover Bar Lodge and Dr. Turner Lodge, have...

Local Minister Tim Uppal introduces the Senate Reform Act Tuesday, 21 June 2011 Ottawa, ON (June 21, 2011) – Today, the Harper government introduced the Senate Reform Act to make the Senate more democratic, accountable, and representative of Canadians. “After...

MP Tim Uppal appointed Minister of State (Democratic Reform) Wednesday, 18 May 2011 MP Tim Uppal appointed Minister of State (Democratic Reform) On May 18, Tim Uppal was sworn into cabinet as the Minister of State for Democratic Reform. "I am honoured to be appointed to this...

MP Tim Uppal honoured by Beth Israel Synagogue Saturday, 26 February 2011 On Saturday, February 26, 2011 Beth Israel Synagogue hosted a special ceremony honouring MP Tim Uppal's contribution to the Canadian Jewish community and to humanity. As Mr. Uppal is an...

MP Tim Uppal holds roundtable on Cutting Red Tape for Small Businesses Friday, 25 February 2011 Excellent input was given by small business owners who attended a round table on Cutting Red Tape hosted by Mr. Uppal on Feb. 17 at the Chamber of Commerce. Feedback provided by small business...

MP Tim Uppal announces funding for Fort Saskatchewan Historical Society Thursday, 24 February 2011 On March 24th, MP Tim Uppal presented funding on behalf of Hon. James Moore, Minister of Canadian Heritage and Official Languages to Ray Thurston, President of the Fort Saskatchewan Historical...

Statement by MP Tim Uppal on Canadian Museum of Human Rights Thursday, 24 February 2011 Tim Uppal, MP February 17, 2011 For Immediate Release Statement by Member of Parliament, Tim Uppal Recently I have heard from many representatives of the Ukrainian-Canadian community...

Tim Uppal speaking at Alberta Industrial Heartland Association conference Thursday, 27 January 2011 On January 27, MP Tim Uppal was invited to speak at the Alberta Industrial Heartland Association conference. MP Uppal gave an update on Canada's Economic Action Plan and importance of Alberta's...

MP Tim Uppal attends Strathcona County Youth Council meeting Monday, 24 January 2011 MP Tim Uppal was invited to the Strathcona County Youth Council meeting and makes it a pizza night! The youth shared their role and vision in the community and asked questions about current affairs...

MP Tim Uppal hosting joint pre-budget consultation public meeting Saturday, 22 January 2011 On January 22, MP Tim Uppal hosted a joint Pre-Budget Consultation roundtable at the Strathcona County Community Centre with MP Leon Benoit. This meeting gave members of the community...

MP Tim Uppal speaks with grade 9 class at Jean Vanier Catholic School Friday, 21 January 2011 On January 21, Tim Uppal was invited to speak with a grade 9 social studies class at Jean Vanier Catholic School. MP Uppal was truly impressed by the quality of questions he was asked by the...

MP Tim Uppal attends traditional celebration with grade 9 Ukrainian class Friday, 21 January 2011 On January 21, MP Tim Uppal enjoyed a presentation of traditions and food for Sviat Vechir (Christmas Eve) prepared by the Grade nine Ukrainian class of Jean Vanier Catholic School, Sherwood Park.

MP Tim Uppal hosts family skate at James Mowat Outdoor Rink Wednesday, 19 January 2011 On January 19th, Tim Uppal hosted a Family Skate with music and hot chocolate - following the Grand Opening of the James Mowatt Outdoor Rink in Fort Saskatchewan. The renovated skating rinks at...

MP Tim Uppal attends Sherwood Park & District Chamber of Commerce breakfast Thursday, 06 January 2011 On January 6th, Tim Uppal was invited to speak at the Sherwood Park and District Chamber of Commerce breakfast.

MP Tim Uppal Elected Acting Chair of Standing Committee on Health Tuesday, 04 January 2011 February 14, 2011 - Ottawa, ON At the request of the Joy Smith, Chair of the Standing Committee on Health, an Acting Chair was appointed to the Health Committee. MP Tim Uppal was nominated as...

MP TIM UPPAL'S PRIVATE MEMBER'S BILL PASSES THROUGH HOUSE OF COMMONS Wednesday, 08 December 2010 House of Commons Press ReleaseFor Immediate ReleaseTim Uppal, MP December 8, 2010MP TIM UPPAL'S PRIVATE MEMBERS' BILL PASSES THROUGH HOUSE OF COMMONS WITH UNANIMOUS SUPPORTOttawa, ON - Today, MP Tim...

MP Tim Uppal hosts roundtable on palliative and compassionate care Saturday, 23 October 2010 On October 23, MP Tim Uppal hosted a roundtable on palliative and compassionate care. Representatives from various organizations and levels of government had an opportunity to provide input on a...

MP Tim Uppal attends highway opening in Fort Saskatchewan Friday, 15 October 2010 MP Tim Uppal participated in the opening of Highway 15/21 Upgrade Project in Fort Saskatchewan along with Premier Stelmach and Mayor Jim Sheasgreen. Tim Uppal joined in celebrating the Royal...

MP Tim Uppal speaks to grade 9 students Friday, 15 October 2010 On October 15th, MP Tim Uppal spoke to grade 9 students at the Rudolph Hennig School in Fort Saskatchewan and Clover Bar Junior High School in Sherwood Park. Tim Uppal discussed the role of a...

MP Tim Uppal holds coffee meet n' greets Thursday, 14 October 2010 On October 14th, Tim Uppal held coffee meet n' greets throughout the riding. These meet n' greets gave another opportunity for constituents to meet with their Member of Parliament and discuss...

MP Tim Uppal and supporters meet with the Prime Minister at Edmonton rally Friday, 08 October 2010 On October 8th, Tim Uppal and Prime Minister Stephen Harper attended a rally in Edmonton that was well attended by supporters from Edmonton-Sherwood Park. MP Uppal gave closing remarks thanking...

MP Tim Uppal Votes to Scrap the Long Gun Registry Wednesday, 22 September 2010 Ottawa - September 22, 2010 - Today, local Member of Parliament Tim Uppal voted to scrap the Long Gun Registry."The Long Gun Registry is a massive waste of money that ignores criminals and harasses...

Ending the Wasteful Failed Long-Gun Registry Tuesday, 21 September 2010 Long-guns are typically owned by law-abiding farmers and hunters, not the dangerous criminals who are endangering our neighbourhoods and communities.For too long, law-abiding hunters and farmers have...

MP Tim Uppal holds community BBQs Thursday, 12 August 2010 Throughout the week of August 9th, MP Tim Uppal held summer bbqs throughout the communities in Sherwood Park, Edmonton and Fort Saskatchewan. Even though the weather was not always agreeable,...

MP Tim Uppal and Olympic gold medal winner Shannon Szabados Thursday, 12 August 2010 Shannon Szabados, goaltender for the Canadian national women's hockey team, dropped by MP Tim Uppal's community BBQ in Lago Lindo for a visit. Shannon played for Canada in the 2010 Winter...

MP Tim Uppal visits seniors centres in Sherwood Park and Fort Saskatchewan Tuesday, 10 August 2010 On Tuesday August 10th, MP Tim Uppal visited seniors centres in Sherwood Park and Fort Saskatchewan, asking to hear the thoughts and opinions of the residents. MP Uppal also shared news on...

MP Tim Uppal attends Capital Ex Parade 2010 in Edmonton Friday, 23 July 2010 Edmonton's Capital Ex is an annual 10-day exhibition which covers the grounds atNorthlands Park with games, rides, entertainment, concerts, shopping, food and family entertainment. On July 22, the...

MP Tim Uppal celebrates opening of the Kennedale Wetlands facility Thursday, 22 July 2010 On July 22, MP Tim Uppal attended the official opening of the Kennedale Wetlands facility in the City of Edmonton alongside Mayor Stephen Mandel, and City Councillors Ed Gibbons and Karen Leibovici. ...

MP Tim Uppal attends Canada Day celebrations Thursday, 01 July 2010 This year on Canada Day, MP Tim Uppal attended celebrations in Sherwood Park, Fort Saskatchewan and Edmonton. "For all of us, Canada Day is a welcome summer holiday. Canadians enjoy Canada Day in...

MP Tim Uppal talks with grade two students at the New Horizons School Friday, 18 June 2010

MP Tim Uppal poses with Prime Minister Stephen Harper and 'Flat Courtney' Wednesday, 19 May 2010 A young resident of Sherwood Park sent a little paper version of herself, named 'Flat Courtney', to Tim Uppal as part of a grade school project. Courtney's class was assigned to mail their paper...

MP Tim Uppal lays a wreath for the 65th anniversity of VE Day Friday, 14 May 2010 On May 14th, MP Tim Uppal attended a VE Day ceremony at the Royal Canadian Legion in Fort Saskatchewan. "Sixty-five years ago, Canadians celebrated the news that the war in Europe was over and...

MP Tim Uppal talks about the 'My Park Pass' program with students Friday, 14 May 2010 On May 14th, MP Tim Uppal visited schools in Sherwood Park and Fort Saskatchewan to distribute the 'My Parks Pass Program' recently introduced by Environment Canada. The pass provides free access...

MP Tim Uppal joins walk around Parliament Hill to support Make-A-Wish® Wednesday, 05 May 2010 The mission of Make-A-Wish® is to grant the wishes of children with life-threatening medical conditions to enrich the human experience with hope, strength and joy. This walk highlighted children of...

MP Tim Uppal Speaks On The Sherwood Park MS Community Group Tuesday, 04 May 2010 Mr. Speaker, As MS Awareness Month begins, I would like to recognize a topic that is important to many constituents in my riding and as well thousands of other people across Canada. The Sherwood...

Tim Uppal Recognizes MS Community Group Tuesday, 04 May 2010 News Release Tim Uppal, MP Edmonton- Sherwood Park May 4, 2010 For Immediate Release Sherwood Park MS Community Group, recognized in Parliament as the largest in Canada Today,...

Euthanasia Bill Rejected Thursday, 22 April 2010 News Release Tim Uppal, MP Edmonton- Sherwood Park April 22, 2010 For Immediate Release Euthanasia Bill Rejected, Tim Uppal debates in House Last night Tim Uppal, MP for...

MP Tim Uppal Speaks Against Bloc Euthanasia Bill C-384 Tuesday, 20 April 2010 Bill C-384 An Act to amend the Criminal Code (right to die with dignity) Mr. Speaker,...

MP Tim Uppal Speaks on Budget 2010 Tuesday, 09 March 2010 Thank you Mr. Speaker. There have been a number of important points about this budget brought forward already, and I would like to highlight the two main reasons I support this budget. The...

MP Tim Uppal Celebrates New Fire Truck with Strathcona Fire Fighters Thursday, 18 February 2010

MP Tim Uppal Announces Funding For Two Community Skating Rinks in Fort Sask Wednesday, 17 February 2010 February 17, 2010 MP Tim Uppal Announces Federal Investment to Enhance Two Community Skating Facilities in Fort Saskatchewan Edmonton, Alberta - The City of Fort Saskatchewan is moving forward...

MP Uppal and the Government of Canada are seeking your input on the budget Thursday, 28 January 2010 Please visit www.fin.gc.ca to provide your feedback.

Olympic Torch Visits Edmonton-Sherwood Park Saturday, 16 January 2010

MP Tim Uppal Announces Funding for Fort Saskatchewan NWMP Fort Friday, 15 January 2010 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 15, 2010 Government of Canada Investment to Create Jobs and Encourage Tourism in Fort Saskatchewan Fort Saskatchewan, Alberta - Tim Uppal, Member of Parliament...

MP Tim Uppal Announces Affordable Housing Opening Thursday, 14 January 2010 News Release January 14, 2010 Governments of Canada, Alberta and the City of Edmonton celebrate new affordable housing Edmonton, Alberta - The Government of Canada,...

MP Tim Uppal Announces Funding for Canadian Progress Club Wednesday, 13 January 2010 MP Tim Uppal Announces Funding For Canadian Progress Club Sherwood Park, AB- January 13, 2010 - Tim Uppal, Member of Parliament for Edmonton-Sherwood Park, on behalf of the Honourable James...

Statement from Tim Uppal Thursday, 31 December 2009 Tim Uppal, Member of Parliament, issued the following statement on the deaths of two Sherwood Park soldiers. "It is with a very heavy heart that I learnt that four Canadian soldiers were killed in...

Christmas Message from Tim Uppal Wednesday, 09 December 2009 As we near Christmas, I have been receiving comments about a letter to the editor I submitted last year. To those interested, here are my comments. A cheerful Merry Christmas shouldn't offend anyone,...

Tim Uppal Attends Silverbirch Division Girl Guides Award Ceremony Tuesday, 01 December 2009 Tim Uppal, M.P. brought greetings on behalf of the Government of Canada and his constituents to the Silverbirch Division Girl Guides during their awards ceremony.

Tim Uppal Supports Legislation to Help Protect Children Tuesday, 24 November 2009 News Release Tim Uppal, MP November 24, 2009 For Immediate Release MP Tim Uppal Supports Legislation to Help Protect Children from Internet Sexual Predators Ottawa - Tim Uppal,...

Our Duty to Remember Wednesday, 11 November 2009 On November 11th, we remember the generations of Canada's best and brightest who have answered the call of duty and served our country. From World War I, when Canada first proved our strength and...

Strathcona County Lauded in House of Commons Tuesday, 20 October 2009 News Release Tim Uppal, MP October 20, 2009 For Immediate Release Strathcona County Lauded in House of Commons Ottawa - Yesterday, MP Tim Uppal made an announcement in the House of...

Liberal Senators Gut Conservative Crime Legislation Thursday, 08 October 2009 News Release: Working for You Tim Uppal, MP Working For You October 8, 2009 For Immediate Release Liberal Senators Gut Conservative Crime Legislation MP Tim Uppal Calls for Public...

Government of Canada Invests in Key Strathcona County Recreational Centre Friday, 25 September 2009 Government of Canada Invests in Key Strathcona County Recreational Centre Sherwood Park, AB Tim Uppal, Member of Parliament for Edmonton-Sherwood Park on behalf of the Honourable Lynne...

Government of Canada Invests in Upgrades to the Shell Theatre Friday, 25 September 2009 Government of Canada Invests in Upgrades to the Shell Theatre FORT SASKATCHEWAN, Alberta, September 25, 2009 - On behalf of the Honourable James Moore, Minister of Canadian Heritage and...

MP Tim Uppal Announces Funding for Elks Wednesday, 23 September 2009

Tim Uppal Supports creation of National Holocaust Memorial Friday, 18 September 2009 September 18, 2009 TIM UPPAL MP INTRODUCES BILL TO BUILD HOLOCAUST MONUMENT IN THE NATION'S CAPITAL Ottawa, ON - Tim Uppal, Member of Parliament for Edmonton-Sherwood Park, today introduced...

Tim Uppal talks with the Minister of Health about H1N1 Flu Virus Thursday, 13 August 2009 Tim Uppal, MP for Edmonton-Sherwood Park, Talks with the Minister of Health about H1N1 Flu Virus Ottawa- Tim Uppal, MP for Edmonton-Sherwood Park, sat down with the Minister of Health, Leona...

Tim Uppal secures innovative research and development in Sherwood Park Thursday, 13 August 2009 News release Government of Canada supports innovative research and development in Sherwood Park, Alberta For immediate release August 13, 2009, Sherwood Park, Alberta - Mr. Tim Uppal, Member of...

Tim Uppal announces Free Summer BBQ's in Riding! Wednesday, 05 August 2009 Free Summer BBQ's!!!!! Tim Uppal, Member of Parliament for Edmonton-Sherwood Park, is happy to announce that he will be hosting a series of four FREE BBQ's later this month. These events will be a...

Tim Uppal addresses new visa requirements for Mexico and Czech Republic Tuesday, 04 August 2009 New visa law is a necessary step This week, the Minister of Immigration, Jason Kenney, announced that, beginning at 12:01am EDT on July 14th, Mexican and Czech nationals will require a visa to...

Canadian government supports local culture Monday, 13 July 2009 A few weeks ago, Tim Uppal had the great opportunity to present Gavin Farmer and the Festival Place Society with $60,000 as part of the Arts Presentation Program created by Heritage Canada....

Government of Canada helps students find summer employment Monday, 01 June 2009 Government of Canada helps students find summer employment June 1, 2009-Tim Uppal, Member of Parliament for Edmonton-Sherwood Park, today congratulated the organizations and students in Edmonton,...

New Petition Section added! Monday, 01 June 2009 We are pleased to announce that we are adding a new section to the website of Tim Uppal, MP. The new petitions section will allow concerned constituents to download, print and sign a variety of...

Governments of Canada and Alberta Create Jobs, Build Communities Thursday, 28 May 2009 Governments of Canada and Alberta Create Jobs, Build Communities Fort Saskatchewan--Residents of Fort Saskatchewan will benefit from joint federal and provincial funding to upgrade the Highway...

Tim Uppal praises Rev. Elaine Baillie and Prayer Team Thursday, 28 May 2009 On May 28, 2009, Tim Uppal rose in the house to honour Rev. Elaine Baillie and the members of the New Generation Prayer Team of Fort Saskatchewan Christian School. Click on the link below to hear...

Tim Uppal addresses the situation in Northwest Pakistan Thursday, 14 May 2009 On May 14, 2009, Tim Uppal rose in the house to address the deteriorating situation on Northwest Pakistan and to call on the Pakistani government to protect all civilians and...

Tim Uppal addresses the House about reckless Liberal policies Thursday, 07 May 2009 On May 7, 2009, Tim rose in the house to speak of the Conservative government's economic action plan that is helping revive the Canadian economy and then compared those policies with the reckless...

Tim Uppal calls out Opposition on Pseudo-Petition Thursday, 30 April 2009 On April 29th, Tim Uppal called out the opposition for attempting to present a petition to the Heritage Committee that contained no signatures or addresses. Read the story...

MP Tim Uppal Questions CBC Expenses in House Committee Tuesday, 28 April 2009 MP Tim Uppal Questions CBC Expenses in House Committee Ottawa - Yesterday, Tim Uppal, Member of Parliament for Edmonton-Sherwood Park and member of the Standing Committee on Canadian Heritage,...

Protecting Canada from Bioterrorism Monday, 27 April 2009 Protecting Canadians from Bioterrorism By Tim Uppal, MP On February 9, 2009, our Conservative Government tabled Bill C-11, the proposed Human Pathogens and Toxins Act. Pathogens are diseases of...

Fort Saskatchewan Trade Fair Thursday, 23 April 2009 From Friday, April 24 to Sunday, April 26, the Fort Saskatchewan Chamber of Commerce will be hosting its annual Trade Show and Sale at the Dow Centennial Center. Tim Uppal will be in attendance at...

Sherwood Park Trade Fair Wednesday, 15 April 2009 From Friday April 17th to Sunday April 19th, the Sherwood Park Chamber of Commerce is holding its annual Trade Fair at Millennium Place. The event will be a great chance to come and meet Tim...

Members Statement Thursday, 29 January 2009