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Laurel Collins @laurelcollins.bsky.social · 07/07/2025

Wonderful to see so many people in Victoria out celebrating and working for a world where we can all love who we love and be who we are. 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️ Happy Pride! ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜

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Laurel Collins @laurelcollins.bsky.social · 29/04/2025

What a wild campaign! To the people of Victoria, thank you for the honour of serving as your MP. It has been the privilege of my life to represent this community - to fight for justice, climate action, and to bring your voices to Ottawa. (1/7)

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Laurel Collins @laurelcollins.bsky.social · 28/04/2025

Thank you to these incredible community leaders for your support. When you send New Democrats to Ottawa, we always fight for you. I’m asking for your vote so that we can continue working towards a better future, together. Polls are open from 7:00am - 7:00pm. Let’s do this!

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Laurel Collins @laurelcollins.bsky.social · 28/04/2025

On April 28th, vote for the NDP. New Democrats have a proud history of getting things done and we’ll always keep fighting for you! Head to howyouvote.ca to find your polling station. @dianagibson.bsky.social

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Laurel Collins @laurelcollins.bsky.social · 28/04/2025

When we lift each other up, we all rise. This message is at the heart of Sikhism and is amplified at every Vaisaki celebration being held in Victoria and all across the country today 🧡

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Laurel Collins @laurelcollins.bsky.social · 27/04/2025

Thank you to Darlene Rotchford for your support!

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Laurel Collins @laurelcollins.bsky.social · 27/04/2025

Our wonderful sign wave crew was in Quadra Village this afternoon 🧡 We’ve knocked on thousands of doors this campaign & had great conversations with voters. Join our final few shifts before the polls close on election night! volunteer.ndp.ca/BVIC/rsvp/c0...

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Laurel Collins @laurelcollins.bsky.social · 23/04/2025

On Earth Day, and every day, we know that young people are on the front lines of the climate crisis. That’s why we have a plan to launch a $500 million Youth Climate Corps to invest in your future! www.ndp.ca/news/earth-d... @ndp.ca

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Laurel Collins @laurelcollins.bsky.social · 21/04/2025

I just voted early and you can too! Big thank you to all of the Elections Canada workers for making the process so seamless! Today’s the last day to vote in the Advanced Polls. They’re open until 9:00pm tonight. Let’s get out and vote, Victoria 🗳️

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Laurel Collins @laurelcollins.bsky.social · 20/04/2025

Always great to have @jagmeetsingh.ca in Victoria 🧡 We knocked on doors, spoke with voters and ended the evening at the Beacon Hill Drive In. With a record high turnout to the Advanced Polls, our movement grows every single day! A vote for New Democrats is a vote for a brighter future.

Laurel Collins and Jagmeet Singh are pictured smiling while handing out ice cream at the Beacon Hill Drive In in Victoria, BC.

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Laurel Collins @laurelcollins.bsky.social · 17/04/2025

New Democrats will always fight to put people first and invest in a stronger, more equitable, social support system. We made this video back in 2019 when I first ran to be a Member of Parliament and the message still rings true today. @ndp.ca 1/2

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Laurel Collins @laurelcollins.bsky.social · 17/04/2025

Thank you to the incredible Carole James for your endorsement! “Laurel brings her hard work, determination, & passion to the job as MP. She’s a strong voice for Victoria & has pushed to make housing, healthcare & child care front & centre. Proud to have her as our rep in Ottawa.” - Carole James

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Laurel Collins @laurelcollins.bsky.social · 16/04/2025

We have an incredible group of New Democrat women running on Vancouver Island. They’re collaborative, generous, & resilient - just what we need in Ottawa to ensure our gov is working for you! Vote for these New Democrats to stand up against Conservative rhetoric & defend what matters most to you.

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Laurel Collins @laurelcollins.bsky.social · 16/04/2025

There’s a lot at stake in this election but we’re going to get through this & come out stronger, together. Join our people-powered movement during the Advanced Polls by signing up to door knock, distribute “Where to Vote” cards or help drive voters to the polls. volunteer.ndp.ca/BVIC/

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Laurel Collins @laurelcollins.bsky.social · 14/04/2025

Advanced Voting is April 18th - 21st. A vote for New Democrats is a vote for a brighter future. We’ll implement a cap on groceries, support truly universal healthcare, & make billionaires pay their fair share. @davidebybc.bsky.social @majatait.bsky.social @colinplantndp.bsky.social

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Laurel Collins @laurelcollins.bsky.social · 14/04/2025

Happy Vaisakhi! It was wonderful to attend yesterday’s celebration at the Gurdwara. Sikhism embodies equality, justice and being of service to others. Values that are inherent to New Democrats. May we continue to lift each other up and lead with compassion.

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Laurel Collins @laurelcollins.bsky.social · 13/04/2025

Best wishes to all members of the Jewish community marking Passover. May your celebrations be joyous and peaceful. Chag Pesach Sameach!

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Laurel Collins @laurelcollins.bsky.social · 13/04/2025

On-Campus polling stations at UVic and Camosun Lansdowne open tomorrow! Anyone can participate in special ballot voting! For a full list of accepted ID, head to elections.ca 🗳️

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Laurel Collins @laurelcollins.bsky.social · 10/04/2025

A new shipment of lawn signs has arrived at the campaign office! Request a Sign: laurelcollins2025.ndp.ca/get-your-sig... Our people-powered movement is made possible with your support. Let's win this together! @ndp.ca

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Laurel Collins @laurelcollins.bsky.social · 10/04/2025

BREAKING: @leadnowca.bsky.social is endorsing 17 Raise the Bar champions for the 2025 federal election! We’re fighting for a future where everyone can afford a safe place to live, we lead in building a clean energy economy & corporations pay their fair share. Thank you Lead Now!

This photo includes a head shot of Laurel Collins on a black background with white and pink text sharing Leadnow’s endorsement for her during the 2025 federal election.

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Laurel Collins @laurelcollins.bsky.social · 09/04/2025

Today we commemorate the bravery, courage and sacrifice made by every Canadian who fought at Vimy Ridge during the First World War. We also pay tribute to all those who have served and continue to serve Canada, at home and abroad. Lest we forget. 📷 DND Archives

This photo is from the Department of National Defence Archives. Pictured are members of The Canadian Light Horse heading into action at Vimy Ridge.

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Laurel Collins @laurelcollins.bsky.social · 08/04/2025

Poilievre met with residential school deniers and refused to apologize. He refuses to drop his candidate Aaron Gunn, who made horrific comments about residential schools and supports Putin’s attacks on queer rights. When Conservatives show you who they are - believe them.

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Laurel Collins @laurelcollins.bsky.social · 08/04/2025

Today Colin Plant, Maja Tait & I joined UNITE HERE Local 40 workers in Victoria as they rallied for a fair contract that recognizes their hard work & contributions. They’re standing up for fair wages, job security & respect in the workplace - rights that all Canadians should be afforded. 1/2

Laurel is standing in a crowd of union workers who are all holding up UNITE HERE signs as they rally for fair contracts!

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Laurel Collins @laurelcollins.bsky.social · 06/04/2025

Grateful to have the support of Gavin Pitchford, Executive Director of Clean50. Thank you Gavin! "Laurel is one of the best advocates for climate action in the country. Without a doubt she is the voice that forced the government to stay on track w/ their climate action plans..." - Gavin Pitchford

This photo includes an image of Gavin Pitchford, ED of Canada’s Clean50, on an orange background beside white text that includes his endorsement of Laurel Collins for the 2025 federal election.

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Laurel Collins @laurelcollins.bsky.social · 05/04/2025

Wonderful to see friends and neighbours come together for today’s Elbows Up rally in Victoria! We celebrated our shared values and pledged to stand up for our sovereignty and take care of one another. When we stand together, we win. Elbows up, Canada 🇨🇦

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Laurel Collins @laurelcollins.bsky.social · 04/04/2025

Love getting out on the doors with our volunteer crew 🧡 We’re heading out every day at 11:00am, 2:00pm and 5:00pm until Election Day on April 28th. Join our people-powered movement by signing up for a shift here: volunteer.ndp.ca/BVIC

Laurel and six volunteers are pictured outside, smiling while holding Laurel’s campaign info cards

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Laurel Collins @laurelcollins.bsky.social · 03/04/2025

Trump’s trade war is driving up costs for families while threatening thousands of good paying jobs - but New Democrats won’t let you pay the price. We have a plan to protect Canadian workers. www.ndp.ca/news/ndp-lea... 1/3

Photo of Laurel smiling while standing with her arms crossed in front of a large Canadian flag

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Laurel Collins @laurelcollins.bsky.social · 02/04/2025

Housing should be for people - not corporate profit. 🏠 Our plan: ✅ Ban corporate landlords & Real Estate Investment Trusts from buying affordable housing. ✅ Cut off federal financial supports for corporate landlords who gouge tenants. ✅ Invest more in the Rental Protection Fund.

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Laurel Collins @laurelcollins.bsky.social · 01/04/2025

I’m grateful to have the support of Murray Rankin, former MLA for Oak Bay-Gordon Head and former MP for Victoria. Thank you Murray!

This photo includes an image of smiling Murray Rankin on an orange background with white text that includes Murray’s endorsement of Laurel for the 2025 federal election.

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Laurel Collins @laurelcollins.bsky.social · 31/03/2025

Happy Trans Day of Visibility! Today we are celebrating our Trans & gender diverse friends, family & community members! It’s more important than ever that we stand up to the threats from the US & ensure that we protect the rights & lives of Trans people. 1/2

Laurel is pictured smiling with her family at a Support Trans Rights rally in front of the BC Legislature.

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Laurel Collins @laurelcollins.bsky.social · 25/03/2025

Today, CSIS confirmed India interfered with Poilievre's leadership race. But Poilievre refuses to get his security clearance, so CSIS can’t share detailed intel with him. Poilievre refuses to protect the integrity of his own party & refuses to protect our democracy. 1/2

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Laurel Collins @laurelcollins.bsky.social · 24/03/2025

The election is here! We’re out in Victoria setting up signs. On Vancouver Island, it’s the NDP who beats Conservatives. New Democrats have a proud history of getting things done. Tommy Douglas got Universal Healthcare for Canada. We got Dental Care & Pharmacare for Canadians. @ndp.ca

This image is a collage of photos from a sign waving event with Laurel Collins and NDP volunteers.

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Laurel Collins @laurelcollins.bsky.social · 22/03/2025

The Canada Dental Program is being expanded! This wouldn’t have happened without the NDP. From Tommy Douglas creating universal health care in Canada to our work to get dental care, pharmacare, and to invest in our public care system - New Democrats will keep fighting for you!

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Laurel Collins @laurelcollins.bsky.social · 17/03/2025

Today, Poilievre announced that he’ll scrap the industrial carbon tax. So, I thought I’d repost this gem where he responds to my question by saying that the industrial carbon tax “doesn’t exist.” In case you needed a reminder that Pierre Poilievre straight up lies - just like Trump.

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Laurel Collins @laurelcollins.bsky.social · 14/03/2025

It’s been great to be out on the doors w/ incredible volunteers, connecting w/ people about the issues that matter most. It’s never been more important to get involved. Every conversation makes a difference! Be a part of our movement! Sign up for a shift here: volunteer.ndp.ca/BVIC

This image is a collage of photos with Laurel and door knocking volunteers, outside, holding handbills and smiling at the camera.

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Laurel Collins @laurelcollins.bsky.social · 14/03/2025

If you’re looking for some hope amidst the dark times we’re facing, I want let you know that the people I’ve been talking to on the doorstep & in our community have never been more politically engaged - coming together as Canadians in a way that I haven’t seen in my lifetime. 1/7

Laurel and her daughter Alora are pictured sitting on the front steps of the BC Legislature, smiling and waving a Canadian flag.

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Laurel Collins @laurelcollins.bsky.social · 08/03/2025

On International Women’s Day, it was wonderful speaking with Port Angeles Mayor Kate Dexter talking about building relationships w/ elected women on both sides of the border to resist & push back against what’s happening. I loved that she wanted to take the photo under the Team Canada sign 🇨🇦 1/2

Photo of Mayor Alto, Mayor Dexter and MP Collins standing together and smiling at the camera during the International Women’s Day event.

Candid shot of the group chatting together during the Women’s Day event.

Group photo of some of the participants at the Women’s Day event.

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Laurel Collins @laurelcollins.bsky.social · 06/03/2025

Join Laurel & Jagmeet for a Telephone Town Hall tomorrow at 6:30pm PST. They'll be discussing housing, health care & the cost of living. Throughout the event, you can submit questions to our team that Laurel & Jagmeet will then answer live on air. Live stream it here: bit.ly/MPCOLLINS

This image includes a photo of Laurel wearing a blue and orange scarf and Jagmeet wearing a black jacket. Both are smiling at the camera.

Beneath the photo, the details of the event are written out in white text on an orange and purple background.

6:30pm PST / Thursday, March 6th

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Laurel Collins @laurelcollins.bsky.social · 24/02/2025

3 years ago today Putin launched his brutal illegal invasion of Ukraine. The @ndp.ca stands in solidarity w/ Ukrainians defending their country, freedom & democracy. As Trump echoes Russia—falsely calling Zelenskyy a dictator— Canada must affirm our steadfast support of Ukraine.

In this photo, MP Laurel Collins stands on the steps of the BC Legislature holding a microphone and speaking to a crowd who have gathered in support of Ukraine.

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Laurel Collins @laurelcollins.bsky.social · 19/02/2025

Trump’s position on Gaza, international justice & Canadian sovereignty are grave threats. Gaza belongs to the Palestinian people. Canada must move beyond words of condemnation & take concrete steps to uphold international law.

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Laurel Collins @laurelcollins.bsky.social · 13/02/2025

This Saturday marks National Flag Day & the 60th anniversary of our Canadian flag! Canadians are proudly flying the flag - not just to celebrate, but to stand together against Donald Trump’s threats to our economy & sovereignty. A few flags are left at my office - drop by & pick one up today 🇨🇦

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Laurel Collins @laurelcollins.bsky.social · 08/02/2025

The City of Victoria is holding a referendum for Crystal Pool this Saturday, February 8th. Victoria residents will vote yes or no to an updated facility & choose between two location options at Central Park. More info on the project, where to vote and ID to bring can be found at victoria.ca

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Laurel Collins @laurelcollins.bsky.social · 05/02/2025

Call on Elections Canada to investigate Elon Musk, X & potential foreign interference in our elections by signing here: www.ndp.ca/protect-elec... Part 2/2

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Laurel Collins @laurelcollins.bsky.social · 05/02/2025

Elon Musk has been meddling in elections around the world, supporting Conservative candidates & he’s been accused of manipulating algorithms to amplify his preferred candidates. Elections should always be decided by the people - not by billionaires. Part 1/2

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Laurel Collins @laurelcollins.bsky.social · 30/01/2025

2025 marks the Year of the Snake! As those celebrating the Lunar New Year revisit traditions and connect with loved ones, my family and I are wishing you peace, strength and good luck throughout this year of positive transformation 🏮

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Laurel Collins @laurelcollins.bsky.social · 27/01/2025

On International Holocaust Remembrance Day, we remember the 6 million Jewish lives lost in the Holocaust. 80 years after Auschwitz's liberation, the pain & impact of this heinous genocide has not been forgotten. 1/2 (Photo of the Holocaust Memorial in Berlin via Markus Schreiber).

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Laurel Collins @laurelcollins.bsky.social · 10/01/2025

While everyday people are being impacted by the strain of inflation, corporations and their CEOs are raking in record profits. We can change this! Join Laurel for a Town Hall this Monday, January 13th. RSVP here: laurelcollins.ndp.ca/events

This graphic includes a photo of Laurel with details about her Town Hall on Monday, January 13th at the Vic Theatre.

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Laurel Collins @laurelcollins.bsky.social · 07/01/2025

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Laurel Collins @laurelcollins.bsky.social · 07/01/2025

The Prime Minister is resigning. Here are my thoughts on what it means for an election date and for our country. Join us in the fight for a better future! (Part 1 of 2 video clips)

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Laurel Collins @laurelcollins.bsky.social · 06/01/2025

If you oppose callous Conservative cuts. If you oppose the rich getting richer while everyone else falls further behind. Stand with the NDP. 2/2

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