As the Member of Parliament for Edmonton Centre, my staff and I are here to assist you with federal programs, benefits and services. Below, you will find many useful links to commonly asked questions. Please contact our constituency office at 780-633-4944 or e-mail us at [email protected] if you need information or assistance in any of these areas:
GOVERNMENT
Who is my Member of Parliament?
Each MP provides services to constituents living in their riding. You can check who your MP is by entering your postal code on the following website: Find Members of Parliament
Who is my provincial Member of Legislative Assembly (MLA)?
Each MLA provides services to constituents living in their riding. You can check who your MLA is by entering your postal code on the following website: Find Members of the Legislative Assembly
Who is my City Councillor?
Each City Councillor provides services to residents living in their ward. You can find out who your City Councillor is by entering your address on the following website: Find Edmonton City Councillors
Where can I find information about the Government of Canada?
Phone 1-800-O-Canada (1-800-622-6232) or visit canada.ca
INVITATIONS
How do I send an invitation to Minister Olszewski?
To send an invitation, please send an e-mail to [email protected] with all the relevant information.
CITIZENSHIP & IMMIGRATION
How do I find information about immigrating to Canada?
There are a number of different programs that allow you to immigrate to Canada permanently. To learn more about these programs and eligibility requirements, follow this link: Immigrating to Canada
How do I apply for Citizenship?
To apply for Canadian citizenship, visit the following link: Citizenship
How do I apply for a temporary resident permit?
To learn about how you can extend your stay in Canada as a visitor, visit the following link: Temporary Resident Visa
How do I obtain a student permit or working permit?
To learn about obtaining a student visa, visit the following link: Studying in Canada
To learn about obtaining a work visa, visit the following link: Work Permits
How do I become a Canadian permanent resident?
To learn more about applying for permanent residency in Canada, visit the following link: Permanent Residency
Do my friends and relatives require a visa to visit me in Canada?
To learn more about visitor visas, visit the following link: Visitor Visa
PASSPORT
How do I apply for a passport?
To learn more about how to obtain a passport, visit one of the regional passport offices or apply online at the following link: Apply for a passport
Note: Urgent or express passport services may be available for emergency or compassionate reasons, on a case-by-case basis. These services are offered only to applicants who apply in person at a regional office and can provide proof to justify the urgency.
Can I submit my passport renewal application at the constituency office?
To apply for a passport renewal, please go to a Service Canada office. You can find the office nearest to you by visiting the following link: Find a Service Canada Office
To access passport or travel document forms, visit: Find a passport or travel document form
EMPLOYMENT
How do I apply for Employment Insurance (EI)?
Apply online through the following link: Employment Insurance benefits
Or contact the EI section of Service Canada at 1-833-966-2099.
How do I find a job?
View the Government of Canada Jobs, Workers, Training & Careers web page through the following link: Job Bank
How do I obtain a Social Insurance Number (SIN)?
The Social Insurance Number (SIN) is a nine-digit number used in the administration of various Canadian government programs. You will require a SIN to work in Canada or to receive government benefits. To apply, update, or obtain a SIN, visit the following link: Social Insurance Number
STUDENTS
What student loan programs are available to me?
Financial assistance, loans and grants are available to post-secondary students through both the provincial and federal government.
Further information on Alberta Student Aid is available here.
For further information on Government of Canada student loans, visit the National Student Loans Service Centre, here.
Where can I find information on Canadian universities?
To learn more about Canadian universities — including information on facilities, services, academic programs, expert insights, and statistics — visit the following link: Universities Canada.
REQUEST A CERTIFICATE
How can I request a congratulatory message from Minister Olszewski?
If you or a loved one is celebrating a milestone birthday or anniversary, or if your organization is marking a special occasion, you can request a congratulatory message by emailing [email protected]
Please provide advance notice to allow sufficient time to accommodate your request.
Can I request a certificate from the Prime Minister?
Yes. Upon request, the Prime Minister sends congratulatory certificates for special birthdays and anniversaries through the following link: Request a greeting from the Prime Minister
Can I request a certificate from the Governor General or His Majesty the King?
The Governor General of Canada sends birthday greetings to Canadians who are 90 years or older and to couples celebrating an anniversary of 50 years or more.
His Majesty the King sends birthday greetings to Canadians who are 100 years or older and to couples celebrating an anniversary of 60 years or more.
Certificates can be requested through the following link: Request a greeting from the Governor General or His Majesty the King