Welcome, we are the Progressive Senators

The Progressives are a parliamentary group of like-minded Senators, united by a common set of views and a philosophy grounded in the values of liberty and equality.

We invite you to explore our website to find out about the important issues being debated and studied, and to learn more about the role of Senators and the Senate. We encourage you to share your ideas and opinions so that we may engage one another on issues that matter most to Canadians.

Meet a Progressive Senator

The Hon. Danièle Henkel

Quebec
Danièle Henkel is a businesswoman, strategic advisor, mentor, coach, speaker, and respected author with more than 30 years of expertise. Born in Morocco, Ms. Henkel worked as a political and economic advisor at the United States Consulate General in Algeria…

Progressive Highlight

Ministerial Question Period: Good Samaritan Drug Overdose Act

By: The Hon. Marty Klyne
Hon. Marty Klyne: Minister, the epidemic of overdose deaths continues to devastate Canadian families and communities from coast to coast to…
Question Period
Maman statue and the National Gallery of Canada, Ottawa

Meet the Senators

Each Senator brings to Parliament a wealth of professional and personal experience which contributes to this Chamber’s legislative role and offers regional representation to Canadians.

About the Progressives

Formed in 2019, the Progressive Senate Group aims to provide a balance to Parliament, ensuring legislation and important concerns facing Canadians get the attention they deserve.

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We are regularly posting discussions, bills our Senators are working on, statements, blog posts and more! Easily stay up to date with all of our efforts by checking in for updates.

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