Yasir Naqvi, MPP - Ottawa

May 29, 2013

Dutch Heritage Month

Yasir speaks in the Ontario Legislature on May 6m 2013 in honour of Dutch Heritage Month.

May 17, 2013

Happy Victoria Day 2013

Have a safe and happy Victoria Day weekend!

April 22, 2013

Debate on Local Food Act

Yasir speaks about Bill 36, the Local Food Act, 2013.

March 28, 2013

Easter 2013

Yasir wishes you and your loved ones a Happy Easter.

March 25, 2013

Happy Passover

Yasir wishes you and your loved ones a Happy Passover. Chag Sameach!

March 20, 2013

Debate on Bill 14

See Yasir's Statement in the Legislature regarding "Bill 14: An Act to amend the Co-operative Corporations Act and the Residential Tenancies Act, 2006 in respect of non-profit housing co-operatives and to make consequential amendments to other Acts" on Mar 20, 2013.

February 27, 2013

Debate on the Speech from the Throne

Yasir highlights our community of Ottawa Centre in the Legislature.

December 10, 2012

Happy Hanukkah 2012

November 9, 2012

Lest We Forget - Remembrance Day 2012

October 6, 2012

Happy Thanksgiving

Yasir wishes you and your family a very Happy Thanksgiving!

September 19, 2012

Ottawa Little Theatre's 100th Season

Congratulations to the Ottawa Little Theatre who is celebrating their 100th Season!

September 12, 2012

Mayfair Theatre's 80th Anniversary

Congratulations to the Mayfair Theatre on celebrating 80 years in our community!

August 20, 2012

Capital Pride 2012

Yasir wishes you a very Happy Pride!

August 17, 2012

Eid Mubarak!

Yasir Naqvi wishes you and your family a happy and joyous Eid!

June 29, 2012

Happy Canada Day 2012!

A Canada Day message from Yasir Naqvi, MPP for Ottawa Centre. Happy Canada Day!

May 29, 2012

Question on Violence Against Women

Yasir Naqvi's Question regarding "Violence Against Women" on Dec. 7, 2011

May 18, 2012

Happy Victoria Day 2012!

MPP Yasir Naqvi wishes you a safe and fun long weekend.

April 17, 2012

30th Anniversary of the Charter of Rights and Free

Yasir Naqvi, MPP for Ottawa Centre, celebrates the 30th Anniversary of the Charter of Rights and Freedoms. The Charter was signed into law on April 17, 1982.

April 5, 2012

Passover 2012

A Passover message from Yasir Naqvi, Member of Provincial Parliament for Ottawa Centre.

April 5, 2012

Easter 2012

An Easter message from Yasir Naqvi, Member of Provincial Parliament for Ottawa Centre.

March 28, 2012

Ottawa Muslim Association 50th Anniversary

Yasir Naqvi's Member Statement regarding the "Ottawa Muslim Association's 50th Anniversary" on Mar. 28, 2012.

March 20, 2012

Nowruz 2012

A message of celebration from Yasir Naqvi, Member of Provincial Parliament for Ottawa Centre on the occasion of Nowruz.

March 8, 2012

International Women's Day 2012

A message from Yasir Naqvi, Member of Provincial Parliament for Ottawa Centre on International Women's Day 2012.

December 31, 2011

Happy New Year

Yasir wishes you and your family a safe and happy New Year!

December 26, 2011

Happy Kwanzaa 2011

Yasir wishes you and your family all the best as you celebrate Kwanzaa this year.

December 22, 2011

Holiday Message 2011

Yasir extends his best wishes to you and your family this holiday season.

December 7, 2011

15th Anniversary Co-operative Housing of Eastern O

Yasir congratulates Co-operative Housing of Eastern Ontario on their 15th anniversary

December 6, 2011

Introduction of the Escaping Domestic Violence Act

Yasir re-introduces the Escaping Domestic Violence Act, 2011 to help victims of domestic violence flee dangerous living situations.

November 30, 2011

Canada World Youth 40th Anniversary

Yasir congratulates Canada World Youth on their 40th anniversary.

November 28, 2011

Question on Funding for Immigrant Settlement Servi

May 20, 2011

Happy Victoria Day 2011

Yasir wishes you a safe and fun long weekend.

May 19, 2011

Personal Support Workers' Day

Yasir recognizes the important work being done by Personal Support Workers across Ontario.

May 18, 2011

125th Anniversary of the Glebe Centre

Yasir congratulates the Glebe Centre on their 125th Anniversary.

May 16, 2011

Andrew Fleck 100th Anniversary

Yasir congratulates the Andrew Fleck Centre on their 100th anniversary.

May 11, 2011

Plasco Industries

Yasir shares the good work being done at Plasco with his colleagues in the Legislature.

May 4, 2011

80th Anniversary of Parkdale United Church

Yasir congratulates Parkdale United Church on their 80th anniversary!

May 4, 2011

Question on Health Care Infrastructure

Yasir asks Minister Matthews what our government is doing to improve health care infrastruture in our community.

April 21, 2011

Happy Easter!

Yasir wishes everyone a bright and happy Easter!

April 20, 2011

Happy Passover!

Yasir wishes everyone a Happy Passover.

April 20, 2011

Bill 184, College and University Student Associati

Yasir introduces Bill 184, College and University Student Associations Act, 2011.

April 20, 2011

Festival of Friendship dinner

Congratulations to the Ottawa Muslim Women’s Organization whose 10th annual Festival of Friendship dinner takes place on May 1!

April 13, 2011

Question on Ottawa Convention Centre

Yasir asks Minister Chan what our government is doing to support convention centres across Ontario.

April 11, 2011

Question on Family Law

Yasir asks the Attorney General what Ontario is doing to provide more information to families about the family court system.

April 5, 2011

Question on Energy Investments

Yasir asks the Minister of Energy what Ontario is doing to ensure that we are getting our fair share of federal energy investments.

April 4, 2011

75th Anniversary of SEVEC

Yasir congratulates the Society for Educational Visits and Exchanges in Canada, (SEVEC) who recently celebrated 75 years of providing educational exchanges to Canadian youth!

March 29, 2011

Question on Ontario Human Rights Commission

Yasir asks the Attorney General what Ontario is doing to ensure that we continue to be a leader in protecting human rights.

March 28, 2011

Carleton Ravens

Yasir congratulates the Carleton University Ravens men's basketball team on winning the Canadian Interuniversity Sport—CIS—National Championship.

March 23, 2011

Red Tape Regulation

Yasir asks the Minister of Economic Development and Trade what the government is doing to help small businesses save time and money.

March 23, 2011

50th Anniversary of CTV Ottawa

Yasir congratulates CTV Ottawa on their anniversary and thanks them for 50 years of service to the community.

March 21, 2011

5 Days for the Homeless

Yasir congratulates the students at Carleton University for raising money for the homeless.

March 9, 2011

20th Anniversary of the Heart Institute Telethon

Yasir congratulates the team at the Ottawa Heart Institute on their 20th successful telethon, and thanks them for their tremendous contributions to our community.

March 8, 2011

Question on Changes to the Liquor Act

Yasir asks the Attorney General how the recent changes to the Liquor Act will affect festivals in Ontario.

March 8, 2011

International Women's Day 2011

Yasir honours International Women's Day and recognizes the outstanding achievements of women and girls in our community.

March 7, 2011

OCISO 3rd Annual Gala

Yasir congratulates OCISO on a successful Gala honouring newcomers in our community.

March 7, 2011

Question on Services for Deaf Blind Persons

Yasir asks the Minister of Community and Social Services about funding for intervener services for deaf and blind persons.

March 1, 2011

Kindness Week 2011

Yasir reminds everyone that it is Kindness Week and congratulates the organizers for another successful year.

February 28, 2011

Question on Immigrant Services

Yasir asks Minister Hoskins what Ontario is doing to help immigrant service agencies recover from federal program cuts.

February 28, 2011

Black History Month

Yasir recognizes Black History Month and congratulates Ottawa Black History for the success of their events.

February 23, 2011

Rainbow Family Day

Yasir congratulates the organizers on a successful first annual Rainbow Family Day.

February 2, 2011

Chinese New Year 2011

Yasir wishes everyone a happy, healthy and prosperous Chinese New Year!

February 2, 2011

Vietnamese New Year 2011

Yasir wishes everyone a happy and healthy Vietnamese New Year!

December 8, 2010

Christmas Dinners in Ottawa Centre

Yasir thanks the Carleton Tavern and the Newport Restaurant for hosting free Christmas dinners for those in need in our community.

December 6, 2010

Question: Energy Rebates for Affordable Housing

Yasir asks the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing what the government is doing to help residents in affordable housing with their hydro bills.

December 6, 2010

CKCU Radio 35th Anniversary

Yasir congratulates CKCU Radio on 35 years of community radio at Carleton University.

December 2, 2010

Happy Hanukkah 2010

Yasir wishes you and your family a very Happy Hanukkah.

November 23, 2010

Ottawa Chinese Community Centre

Yasir congratulates the Ottawa Chinese Community Service Centre on their 35th anniversary.

November 23, 2010

Question: Male Victim Support Services

Yasir asks the Attorney General what the government is doing to help male victims of sexual assault.

November 22, 2010

Fall Economic Statement 2011

Yasir shares the good work being done to ensure that Ontario's economy recovers fully from the global economic slowdown and continues to prosper for generations to come.

November 21, 2010

Question: Immigrant Services

Yasir asks the Minister of Citizenship and Immigration what the government is doing to help newcomers to find meaninful employment in Ontario.

November 15, 2010

Question: Scholarship for International PhD Studen

Yasir asks the Minister of Training, Colleges and Universities what the government is doing to support Ontario's university students.

November 15, 2010

Council of Aging Ontario

Yasir congratulates the Council on Aging of Ottawa on 35 years of service to our seniors.

November 3, 2010

Question: Adoption Awareness Month

Yasir asks the Minister of Children and Youth Services what the government is doing to support adoption in Ontario.

November 2, 2010

Canadian Museum of Nature

Yasir congratulates the Canadian Museum of Nature as they celebrate the 100th anniversary of their historic, landmark building.

November 1, 2010

Question: Affordability of Post-Secondary Educatio

Yasir asks the Minister of Training, Colleges and Universities what the government is doing to help ensure post-secondary education remains affordable and available to all Ontarians.

October 27, 2010

Ottawa Gymnastic Centre 50th Anniversary

Yasir congratuates the Ottawa Gymnastic Centre on their 50th Anniversary.

October 19, 2010

Jaku Konbit 10th Anniversary

Yasir congratulates Jaku Konbit Academy on their 10th anniversary of working with children and youth in the African and Caribbean communities.

October 18, 2010

Chinatown Gateway and Public Art in the Community

Yasir congratulates the Chinese community and the Somerset Chinatown BIA on the unveiling of the new Chinatown Gateway in Ottawa. He also highlights the new displays of public art in Little Italy, Hintonburg and along Wellington Street.

October 13, 2010

Devonshire Public School 100th Anniversary

Yasir congratulates the staff, students and parents of Devonshire Community Public School on their 100th Anniversary!

October 7, 2010

Debra Dynes Family House

Yasir congratulates the Debra Dynes Family House on their 15th Anniversary.

October 6, 2010

Ontario Research & Innovation Optical Network

Yasir congratulates the Ontario Research and Innovation Optical Network for adding the Ottawa Catholic School Board to their network, improving education in our community.

September 28, 2010

100th Anniversary Ottawa Tennis & Lawn Bowling Clu

Yasir congratulates the Ottawa Tennis and Lawn Bowling Club on their 100th anniversary.

September 22, 2010

Association of Progressive Muslims of Canada Eid C

Yasir congratulates the Association of Progressive Muslims on their 16th Annual Eid Celebration, and thanks them for the work they do in our community.

September 13, 2010

Capital Pride 25th Anniversary

Yasir congratulates the organizers of Capital Pride on their 25th anniversary!

May 31, 2010

Carleton Tavern 75th Anniversary

Yasir congratulates the Carleton Tavern for being a part of our community for 75 years. Cheers!

May 20, 2010

Brian Tardif 25th Anniversary

Yasir congratulates Brian Tardiff for 25 years of service to Citizen Advocacy and thanks him for his outstanding commitment to helping our community.

May 17, 2010

International Day Against Homophobia

Yasir rises in the Legislative Assembly to recognize the International Day Against Homophobia.

May 12, 2010

Hopewell Avenue Public School 100 Anniversary

Yasir congratulates the staff, students, parents and alumni of the Hopewell Avenue Public School on their 100th anniversary.

May 11, 2010

Royal Ottawa Hospital 100th Anniversary

Yasir congratuates the Royal Ottawa Hospital on providing over 100 years of exceptional mental health care services to our community.

May 5, 2010

Chair Leaders

Yasir informs the Legislature about Chair Leaders, an initiative run by the Canadian Paraplegic Association to raise awareness of accessibility issues.

April 28, 2010

Good Companions Centre 55th Anniversary

Yasir congratulates the staff and volunteers of the Good Companions Centre for providing quality services for seniors for 55 years.

April 27, 2010

Sens Mile Fundraising

Yasir congratulates the organizers of the Sens Mile on raising $10,000 for the Ottawa Senators Foundation.

April 26, 2010

Sustainable Community Summit

Yasir thanks the participants of the Sustainable Community Summit, and shares some of the ideas that were heard.

April 26, 2010

Sustainable Community Summit

Yasir thanks the participants of the Sustainable Community Summit, and shares some of the ideas that were heard.

April 21, 2010

Jer's Vision

Yasir shares the good work of Jer's Vision with his colleagues, and congratulates Jeremy Dias for his success in promoting diversity and creating awareness in our community.

April 18, 2010

Tulip Festival

Yasir congratulates the Tulip Festival on their 65th anniversary.

April 13, 2010

Leading Women/Leading Girls, Building Communities

Yasir gives a Member's Statement to recognize the recipients of Leading Women/Leading Girls, Building Communities Awards in Ottawa Centre. Congratulations ladies!

April 12, 2010

Question on Feed In Tariffs

Yasir asks Minister Brad Duguid what Ontario is doing to support renewable energy in Ontario.

March 30, 2010

Support for Education

Yasir gives a Member's Statement to recognize the significant investments in education that the 2010 Budget contains.

March 25, 2010

Open Ontario

Yasir highlights the benefits of the Open Ontario Plan.

March 22, 2010

Retirement of Max Keeping

Yasir thanks Max Keeping for his dedication to Ottawa for almost four decades.

March 9, 2010

Journey to Pakistan

Yasir congratuates the Canada Pakistan Association for organzing the successful celebration, Journey to Pakistan.

March 9, 2010

Question on Domestic Violence

Yasir asks Minister Meilleur what the Government of Ontario is doing to protect women and children from domestic violence.

March 5, 2010

International Women's Day Greeting

Yasir extends his best wishes as we celebrate International Women's Day on March 8.

March 2, 2010

Yasir Honours our Hometown Olympians

Yasir rises in the Legislative Assembly to recognize and celebrate the achievements of Ottawa's Olympians!

February 24, 2010

Question on Services for Children and Youth

Yasir asks Hon. Laurel Broten what the government has done to increase services for children and youth.

February 23, 2010

Question on MRI Wait Times

Yasir asks Hon. Deb Matthews, Minister of Health and Long-Term Care, what the government is doing to lower the wait times for MRIs in Ottawa.

February 22, 2010

Statement in Honour of Constable Czapnik

Yasir rises in the Legislative Assembly to honour the memory of Constable Czapnik - a true community builder and an inspiration to everyone.

February 18, 2010

Rabbi Bulka Gets Keys to Ottawa

Yasir rises in the Legislative Assembly to congratulate Rabbi Bulka on receiving the Keys to Ottawa.

February 18, 2010

Question to Minister Dombrowsky on Full Day Learni

Yasir asks the Minister of Education how full-day learning will be implemented and how this will impact our Poverty Reduction Strategy.

February 17, 2010

Youth Services Bureau 50th Anniversary

Yasir rises in the Legislative Assembly to congratulate the Youth Services Bureau on 50 years of providing exceptional services for youth in our community.

February 16, 2010

Kindness Week 2010

Yasir rises in the Legislative Assembly to share the spirit of Kindness Week 2010 with all his colleagues.

February 9, 2010

Happy Chinese New Year

Yasir wishes everyone a Happy 2010 and a prosperous Year of the Tiger!

December 23, 2009

Holiday Greeting

Happy Holidays everyone!

December 17, 2009

Happy Holidays From Yasir!

Yasir extends his sincerest best wishes for a safe and happy holiday season.

December 8, 2009

Memory of Bernie Stewart

Yasir rises in the Legislative Assembly to share his memories of Bernie Stewart.

December 1, 2009

Student Fundraising

Yasir gives a Member's Statement congratulating the students of Nepean High School and Lisgar Collegiate High School for organizing successful pancake breakfasts to raise money for the United Way and the Dave Smith Youth Treatment Centre.

November 18, 2009

Diabetes Awareness Month

Yasir gives a Members Statement on Diabetes Awareness Month and the wonderful care being provided in our community.

November 16, 2009

H1N1 Vaccine Question

Yasir asks the Hon. Deb Matthews, Minister of Health, a question on the availability of the H1N1 vaccine in our community.

November 11, 2009

Remembrance Day

Yasir makes a statement on Remembrance Day.

November 4, 2009

Immigrant Health Services

Yasir askes the Hon. Michael Chan, Minister of Citizenship and Immigration what the Ontario Government is doing to ensure that newcomers have access to mental health care services.

November 4, 2009

Infrastructure Investments

Yasir makes a Member's Statement on infrastructure investments in Ottawa.

November 3, 2009

Statement on CPR Awareness Month

Yasir makes a Member's Statement on CPR Awareness Month.

October 23, 2009

French Language Services

Yasir asks Hon. Madeleine Meilleur, Minister Responsible for Francophone Affairs, what Ontario is doing to improve access to French language services.

October 22, 2009

Islamic History Month

Yasir celebrates Islamic History Month.

October 21, 2009

High Tech Sector

Yasir askes the Hon. John Milloy, Minister of Research and Innovation what the Ontario Government is doing to promote innovation in Ottawa.

October 19, 2009

Hellenic Community 80th Anniversary

Yasir celebrates the 80th anniversary of the Hellenic Community Association here in Ottawa.

October 19, 2009

Question on Health Promotion

Yasir askes Minister of Health Promotion, Margarett Best, what the Government is doing to support community-based organizations to promote health in our neighbourhoods.

September 23, 2009

Question on Legal Aid

Yasir askes the Attorney General what Ontario is doing to support Legal Aid in Ontario.

September 17, 2009

Kindess Week - Part 3

Conculsion of debate and unanimous vote to pass the Kindness Week Motion.

September 17, 2009

Statement on Eid

Yasir commemorates Eid in the Legislative Assembly.

September 17, 2009

Fire Sprinkler System Debate

Yasir participates in the debate about installing fire sprinkler systems in new homes in Ontario.

September 16, 2009

Question on Economic Development

Yasir askes Minister Pupatello what the Ontario Government is doing to support economic development in the province.

September 14, 2009

Affordable Housing

Yasir asks the Hon. Jim Watson, Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing about the status of affordable housing in our province.

September 14, 2009

Cap and Trade Legislation

Yasir speaks about the improtance of passing cap and trade legislation to the members of the Legislative Assembly.