{"id":42164,"date":"2024-01-24T08:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-01-24T12:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thelaker.ca\/?p=42164"},"modified":"2024-01-24T08:00:00","modified_gmt":"2024-01-24T12:00:00","slug":"column-mps-news-views-with-darrell-samson-11","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/staging-z.thelaker.ca\/?p=42164","title":{"rendered":"COLUMN: MPs News & Views with Darrell Samson"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

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The following is a column submitted monthly by Sackville-Preston-Chezzetcook MP Darrell Samson:<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

BLACK HISTORY MONTH<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The month of February is a time to celebrate the many contributions of Black Canadians to our history, identity, and strength as a nation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We are home to the largest multi-generational Black Community in Canada, making February a particularly special month here. Black History month recognizes the sacrifices and perseverance of racial equality in Canada.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Happy Black History Month!\u00a0 \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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CANADIAN DENTAL CARE PLAN<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

To meet anticipated demand and ensure a smooth onboarding process, the CDCP will be rolled out using a phased approach over the coming months, starting with seniors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Letters will be mailed to qualifying individuals with instructions on how to apply, along with a personalized application code.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To qualify for the CDCP, all of the following criteria must be met:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00a0no access to employer\/pension-sponsored or private dental insurance;<\/p>\n\n\n\n

an adjusted family net income of less than $90,000;<\/p>\n\n\n\n

be a Canadian resident for tax purposes; and<\/p>\n\n\n\n

have filed their tax return in the previous year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Learn more by visiting: www.canada.ca\/en\/services\/benefits\/dental\/dental-care-plan.html?fbclid=IwAR2u6slhgNGGD3uu5KKNhfb2HVrYlIEfCNsqqOX-hC4mA8l79xc-zjn2y8E Care Plan – Canada.ca<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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HERITAGE DAY – FAMILY SKATE (PARTNERING WITH FRABA)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Date: Monday February 19, 2023<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Time: 11:00 am to 1:00 pm<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Location: Sackville Arena<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Come join us for a FREE Skate and FREE Chili!!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bring a Helmet!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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VALENTINES FOR VETS<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Valentines for Vets is a great opportunity to show appreciation to Veterans for their accomplishments and sacrifices. Canadians are invited to create a handmade Valentine and send it to the address below by February 1st to be distributed to Veterans in long-term care.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Valentines for Vets<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Veterans Affairs Canada<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Commemoration, Distribution Unit<\/p>\n\n\n\n

125 Maple Hills Avenue<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Charlottetown, PE C1C 0B6<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For more information and tips for making a Valentine for a veteran, please visit:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

www.veterans.gc.ca\/eng\/remembrance\/classroom\/valentines-for-veterans?fbclid=IwAR1AMtUeqk0DrQZ2ilCeWFqvzjyNqMQdFqqg8y0ZoFjZPH0ecJsXJFZ9Brk<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

HAPPY GROUNDHOG DAY!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  • – Darrell Samson, <\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • MP Sackville-Preston-Chezzetcook <\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

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