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Don Davies

I have spent the last three months meeting with constituents, community groups and businesses, listening to your ideas and concerns about our country. I heard a fantastic range of views, but a clear message has been expressed: you care deeply about our democracy, our economy and our environment.

With Parliament now sitting, I will work to bring your opinions and voice to the House of Commons. I will work on your behalf for a fairer, more compassionate country. Vancouver Kingsway is a wonderful, diverse community of communities. I am very proud to represent you.

Please feel free to contact me at any time to discuss your federal views and needs.

Dear Neighbours, 親愛的鄰居們, ipAwry gvWFIa, Kính gởi cộng động, Mga kapitbahay,

M.P. forVancouver Kingsway

Upcoming Events In Vancouver Kingsway

在過去的三個月我與選民、社區團體和商界人士開會，聽取你們對我們國家的意見和你們關心的問題。

我聽到了各種意見，但都表達了一個明確信息：你們十分重視加國的民主制度、經濟和環境。

現在國會既已復會，我將努力把你們的主張和願望帶到眾議院。我會代表你們為一個更加公正、更富有同情心的國家而努力工作。

溫哥華京士威是一個優秀的、匯聚了各種文化群體的多元化社區。

我為能夠代表你們感到非常自豪。

請隨時與我聯絡，討論你們對有關聯邦政府的看法和需要。

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Community NewsletterApril 2010

APR| APR|Garden Bed Preparation WorkshopHosted by the Renfrew/Collingwood Food Security Institute, this workshop gets you ready for the gardening season! Email: foodsecurity@cnh.bc.ca

Trout Lake Farmers MarketTake in the first market of the season May 1st, and every Saturday until October. Visit eatlocal.org for details.

Vaisakhi Parade 2010Take in the amazing and colourful parade, music, and of course food! The parade’s route is centred along Main Street south of 49th Ave.

Keep Vancouver Spectacular!Join Don for a community cleanup in the Fraser/King Edward Neighbourhood. Email us for more information.

Collingwood Days 2010An old-fashioned fair with a multicultural flair! Food, shows, games, and a parade! For more info visit: collingwooddays.com

Easter EggstravaganzaFace painting, crafts, & an easter egg hunt for children 2-10yrs at Renfrew Community Centre. Buy tickets early, $4 per child. Call: 604-257-8338.

18th Annual Community CarnivalCome down to the Cedar Cottage Neighbourhood House between10 AM-4 PM for all ages fun.Call: 604-874-4231 for info.

Scottish Ceilidh Family DanceLearn Ceilidh dances at Renfrew Community Centre - instruction incl - no partner req. 7 PM-11PM, $7 (Child/Youth: Free). Call: 604-257-8338

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Nitong nakaraang tatlong buwan, nakipagkita ako sa mga manghahalal, lupon ng pamayanan at mga negosyante, upang makinig sa inyong mga ideya at mga inaalala tungkol sa ating bansa. Marami akong iba’t-ibang mga mahusay na mga tanawing pederal na narinig, pero may isang malinaw na mensaheng ipinahayag: malaki ang inyong pagmamalasakit tungkol sa ating demokrasya, ating ekonomiya, at ating kapaligiran. Habang nagpupulong ngayon ang Parlamento, patuloy akong maglilingkod upang dalhin ang inyong mga opinyon at boses sa House of Commons. Magtratrabaho ako para sa inyo para sa isang mas makatwirang bansa na mas maawain. Ang Vancouver Kingsway ay isang maganda at magkakaibang komunidad ng mga komunidad.Lubos na pinagmamalaki kong katawanin kayo.Mangyaring huwag mag-atubiling kontakin ako kahit kailan upang talakayin ang inyong mga pederal na tanawin at mga pangangailangan.

Trong ba tháng vừa qua tôi đã tiếp xúc với các cử tri, các đoàn thể cộng đồng và giới doanh nghiệp để tiếp nhận các ý kiến và các mối quan tâm của quí vị.Tôi đã được nghe rất nhiều quan điểm khác nhau, nhưng tất cả đều có một thông điệp rất rõ là quí vị quan tâm rất nhiều tới chế độ dân chủ, nền kinh tế và môi trường của chúng ta.Bây giờ Quốc hội đang nhóm họp, tôi sẽ nỗ lực chuyển các ý kiến và tiếng nói của quí vị tới Hạ nghị viện. Tôi sẽ thay mặt quí vị hoạt động để xây dựng một quốc gia công bằng và bác ái hơn.Vancouver Kingsway là một cộng đồng tuyệt vời đa dạng gồm nhiều cộng đồng khác nhau.Tôi rất tự hào đã được đại diện cho quí vị.Xin quí vị cứ liên lạc với tôi bất cứ lúc nào để thảo luận về các quan điểm và nhu cầu của quí vị đối với chính quyền liên bang.

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Tax Tips 2010The April 30th tax filing deadline is just around the corner. Here is some information on federal government tax credits and deductions that could save you and your family money:

Medical expensesYou can deduct the cost of eligible medical expenses that total more than 3% of your net income, including prescription drugs.

Tradesperson Tools DeductionYou can deduct the cost of tools purchased that you used to earn employment income as a tradesperson.

Children’s Fitness Tax CreditReceive a tax credit of up to $500 per child for registration fees for sports teams, dance classes or other programs involving physical activity.

Seniors’ Tax CreditIf you are 65 or over, and have an income of less than $32,312, you can claim an additional income exemption of $6,408. You can claim a partial exemption for income less than $75,032.

(This information is provided to inform you of tax savings you may be eligible to claim. For more information on these or any other federal tax credits, please contact the Canada Revenue Agency atwww.cra.gc.ca or 1-800-959-8281.)

Home Renovation Tax CreditReceive a credit of up to $1350 on eligible expenses for home renovations between January 27, 2009 and January 31, 2010.

First Time Homebuyer’s Tax CreditFirst time homebuyers after January 27, 2009 can receive a $750 tax credit.

Tuition Tax CreditStudents can deduct their tuition costs and an allowance for textbooks and living expenses. To claim this deduction, you need a T2202A tax receipt which should be provided by your educational institution.

Student Loan InterestYou can deduct the cost of any interest you have paid on student loans from your taxable income.

Public Transit PassesYou can claim the cost of your monthly transit pass and receive a 15% non-refundable tax credit.

Tupper Secondary Students organized

an amazing event to celebrate youth, unity

and multiculturalism called “CommUnify”.

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Don talking about salmon with Grade 5 students at Grenfell Elementary School. The class was learning about the environment and how important wild salmon are to our economy. Don explained the role of the federal government and his work as an MP on this issue.

Don at Cedar Cottage Neighbourhood

House presenting longtime Kingsway

resident Florence Anderson with a

certificate honouring her 95th birthday.

Don brought special greetings from the Prime Minister and

New Democrat Leader Jack Layton.

Don (who is born in the year of the Tiger!) participated in Lunar New Year celebrations across Metro Vancouver.

屬虎的戴偉思參加大溫哥華地區的農曆新年慶祝活動 。

Don took part in the dedication of the new mural at Jones Park on Victoria Drive. This great project was a partnership between the Victoria Drive Business Improvement Association and the City of Vancouver. One of the largest murals in Vancouver will help publicize one of the most vibrant centres of small business in the city!

Don participated in the 19th Annual

Women’s Memorial March to show support for the

missing and murdered women

of British Columbia. We must make a

strong commitment to end poverty,

homelessness, and violence against

women.

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Green Tips – Saving Money, and Our Environment

On April 22nd, 2010 people around the world will mark Earth Day – a day to inspire awareness and appreciation of our shared environment. I am at work in Ottawa pressing the federal government to take action on the environment. As individuals, there are simple actions we can take to reduce our waste and energy consumption. Here are just a few ideas:

Smart food choicesBuying locally produced food reduces emissions for transportation. The food is often healthier, because fewer preservatives are required to keep it fresh. For information on Vancouver Farmers Markets, visit eatlocal.org. When you eat seafood, choose fish that is harvested sustainably – for more information, visit http://www.vanaqua.org/oceanwise/ or http://www.seachoice.org/

Install low-flow shower heads25% of home energy use is for heating water. You can save up to $200 a year by switching to low-flow shower heads. You can pick up a water saver kit at City Hall for only $12.

For more tips like these, visit www.onedayvancouver.ca

Unplug your appliances Anything with a remote control, digital clock or indicator light consumes power all the time, even when it is turned off. Unplug these devices when not in use, or connect them to a power bar that you can turn off at the end of the day.

Recycle your old electronicsComputers, phones and TVs all contain toxic metals and dangerous chemicals. These toxins can leach into our soil and water from the landfill if they are not safely disposed of. The Electronic Recycling Association will take your unwanted electronics and recycle them. Visit www.era.ca for details.

Cold-water laundryUse cold-water wash settings and detergents. 85% of the energy used for washing clothes is used to heat the water.

The Olympic Torch came through

Kingsway on February 11, and Don joined

thousands of Kingsway residents to show our pride.

Events were held at Trout Lake,

Collingwood and Oak Street... and Don was

there to hand out flags and celebrate

our spirit.

Don has worked with many veterans’ groups in Kingsway to help advance the

care of those who served. Here, Don is honouring the contributions of

Vietnamese veterans of the land, air, and

sea.

Don rất tôn trọng những đóng góp

việt cựu chiến binh về đất đai, không

khí và biển.

Don with members of the “Athletes” team after appearing on CBC’s Test The Nation. Don was on the “Politicians” team that finished second in the nationally-televised IQ test. The NDP members of the “Politicians” team scored highest of all the political parties!

Don attended the No Prorogue rally in Vancouver. He joined thousands of citizens united in their support for democracy in Canada.

Kasama si Don ng may isang libong mamayan na nag-tipontipon konstra sa “Prorogue” O pagsasara ng Parlamento at sumusuporta sa pagtataguyod ng demokrasya sa Canada.

Don visited businesses along Kingsway Avenue and handed out New Year Red Packets to the people who help make these businesses successful. Don is working to build a future that allows all Canadians to enjoy lives of security and prosperity.

Don appeared at the Park Board to fight for

the preservation of the Mount Pleasant

Pool. Community facilities make our neighbourhoods

sustainable, keep our kids fit and active, and

bring our residents together.

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Contact Don Davies, MP

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Community Office

2951 KingswayVancouver, BC

V5R 5J4Tel: 604-775-6263Fax: 604-775-6284

Ottawa Office

518 Confederation Bldg.House of Commons, Ottawa, ON

K1A 0A6Tel: 613-943-0267Fax: 613-943-0219

Email: Davies.D@parl.gc.ca

. . . and Don Working Hard For You!The final numbers are in - during the last session of Parliament:

• Don ranked 19th out of 308 MPs for words spoken in the House of Commons.

• Don was the 2nd most active newly-elected MP.

• Don introduced 4 Bills and 9 Motions.

• Don was a co-sponsor of 72 Bills.

New Democrats: Working Hard For You. . .

•NDP MPs spoke an average of 74,000 words

• Liberal MPs spoke an average of 19,000 words

•Conservative MPs spoke an average of 13,000 words

74,000

19,000

13,000•NDP MPs introduced an

average of 7 bills each (or 85% overall)

• Liberal MPs introduced an average of 1 bill each (or 12%)

•Conservative MPs only introduced an average of 0.2 bills each! (or 2%)

85%

12%

2%

NDP MPs are some of the hardest-working representatives in Ottawa. Let’s compare NDP MPs, Liberal MPs, and Conservative MPs from all across the Lower Mainland. In the House of Commons:

NDP Conservative Liberal NDP Conservative Liberal

Here’s What You Had to Say!Don held a community Town Hall meeting to help prepare for the current Parliamentary session. He invited all Vancouver Kingsway residents to share their ideas and comments on federal issues of every type. Here’s a sample of what you had to say...

“Government needs to be flexible and nimble. We need to respond quicker and better to people’s needs....”

“Copenhagen was a dismal failure. We must acknowledge the reality of climate change and start addressing CO2 emissions now....”

“We must protect the Public Service Pension Plan. These are workers’ deferred wages and it is unfair to cancel benefits that were earned....”

“I’m concerned about food security and genetically modified foods....”

“There is undue corporate influence in government. I like an election system that is publicly financed and takes big money out of the equation....”

“I’m for fair copyright laws and a free and open internet. Media concentration is bad for our democracy....”