The Writ
Ep. #108: What's the summer like for an MP?
Aug 25, 2023
Dan Albas and Greg Fergus, Members of Parliament, discuss the challenges of engaging with constituents during breaks, difficulties of travel and time management in Canada, the importance of empathy, recharging during the summer, and transitioning back to Ottawa for the Fall Sitting.
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Quick takeaways
- MPs have a significant workload during the summer break, engaging with constituents and attending events to fulfill their duties.
- The summer break provides MPs with the opportunity to focus on their constituencies, engage with constituents personally, and work on other projects to better serve their constituents.
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MPs have a busy schedule during the summer months
During the summer months, MPs are not in Ottawa but still have a lot of work to do. They engage in activities like mending fences in their constituencies, connecting with constituents, and attending events. The workload increases as they are expected to be present and engage with their constituents even during the summer break. MPs have to balance personal and professional responsibilities while making the most of the limited time available to them.
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