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Federal Liberal Candidate for Kingston and the Islands 🔗 markgerretsen.ca
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Thank you, Jacob, for your endorsement and for the work you do as President of the Queen’s University Liberal Association! I'm grateful for the energy, ideas, and dedication young people like Jacob bring to our campaign. Thank you! 💪🇨🇦 🔗 Read more endorsements here: markgerretsen.ca/endorsements

Just went to vote at the advance polls with Vanessa! Vote early at advance polls from April 18–21, 9am to 9pm. 👉 Need a ride or have questions? Call us at 613-507-6275 #TeamGerretsen2025 #VoteEarly

Advance polls are officially OPEN! Skip the Election Day rush and vote today. 📍 Find your voting station on your voter information card or visit elections.ca ⏰ Open from 9 AM to 9 PM 📆 From April 18–21 Let’s make each vote count! 💪🇨🇦 🔗 More info: elections.ca #TeamGerretsen2025

There is no place in Canada for this right wing nonsense. Right wing agitators posing as journalists with no objective other than to disrupt creditable reporting for partisan and monetary gain.

Today, on Good Friday, many in our community pause for prayer and reflection. It’s a meaningful day of peace and faith for Christians around the world. ✝️ Wishing everyone in Kingston and the Islands a peaceful time of reflection. #GoodFriday #KingstonAndTheIslands

Mark Carney has a plan to build Canada Strong. Tune in to the English Leaders’ Debate at 7pm ET to learn more. #Debate2025 liberal.ca/2025-leaders...

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Our volunteers have been working hard the last few days to make sure our identified Liberals have the information they need for advance polls! 💪 👉 Remember: Advance polls are open from April 18-21, 9am-9pm. Let’s do this, Kingston and the Islands! 💪🇨🇦 #TeamGerretsen2025 #KingstonAndTheIslands

Thank you, Heather, for your endorsement! Her words are a reminder of what the Liberal team is all about: evidence-based action, inclusive policies, and making sure no one is left behind. 💪 🔗 Read more endorsements here: markgerretsen.ca/endorsements

Advance Polls start tomorrow! Here’s what to bring: ✅ Your voter information card (only if you have it) ✅ ID with your name and address ✅ A friend or family member who’s ready to vote too! 👉 Remember, advance polls run from April 18–21, open from 9 AM to 9 PM. Don’t miss out!

Mark Carney is the best choice to stand up for Canada.

Vanessa, Vivian, and Frankie bought cheesecakes to support Indie, Kingston Secondary School’s first intervention dog. 🐕‍🦺 Indie helps students and staff with mental health and well-being, alongside her handler, Emma-Jane. We’re always happy to support local initiatives that make a difference. 💪

These aren’t just promises — they’re priorities. They reflect the conversations I’ve had at your doors, in the streets, and across our community. And they’re exactly what I’ll keep working on every day as your MP for Kingston and the Islands. We’re ready to build a #CanadaStrong. 💪🇨🇦

Advance polls open this Friday! Voting early means shorter lines, more flexibility, and peace of mind. ✅ Pick the day that works best for you ✅ Find your voting station on your voter information card or visit elections.ca ✅ Make sure you’ve got your ID 👉Open from April 18–21, 9 AM to 9 PM.

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Amber’s endorsement means so much — it makes me proud of what local leaders are doing every day to lift others up, and I’m more committed than ever to keep supporting them. Thank you, Amber, for your support! 🙏 🔗 Read more endorsements here: markgerretsen.ca/endorsements

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This is an important election — and having a plan to vote matters! Have you made yours yet? 👀 Let me know your voting plan by using a reaction on this post. 💬 Share more in the comments! Are you bringing a friend or family? Let’s spread the word and make every vote count. 💪 #TeamGerretsen2025

Mark Carney’s Liberals have just announced a plan to help workers build strong careers, especially in these tough economic times. This is just one step in creating a strong, prosperous Canada. Let’s make sure our workers have the tools to succeed! 🇨🇦 🔗 More info: bit.ly/4czDDeM #CanadaStrong

Benjamin Perrin, former legal advisor to Prime Minister Stephen Harper, endorses Mark Carney and the Liberal Party.

Meet Liam, one of our #TeamGerretsen volunteers! Liam is also a proud member of the Queen's University Liberal Association (QULA), like many other students who’ve been volunteering their time and energy at our campaign office. Thank you! 🔗 More info: markgerretsen.ca

After spending weeks attacking Mark Carney's former company, it is now revealed that *SEVEN* Conservative MPs held stock in that company - including Poilievre and his Deputy Leader, Melissa Lantsman.

We’re ready to take action to secure Canada — by strengthening our military, boosting Canadian industries, and opening new markets for local businesses. 🇨🇦 🔗 More info: bit.ly/4ijUbsm #CanadaStrong

Here’s another way to cast your vote! 🗳️ Vote on Campus at Queen’s University. Anyone can vote here! 📍Voting Room: Ban Righ Hall (10 Bader Lane) 🗓️ Now until April 16 🕘 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. 🔗 For more voting options: bit.ly/4icTTDq #TeamGerretsen2025

Steve knows this is an important and consequential election. That’s why—despite his history with the NDP—he’s proudly supporting the Liberal Party of Canada this time to keep building a #CanadaStrong. 💪🇨🇦 🔗 See more here: markgerretsen.ca/endorsements

This election is about the future we want—for ourselves, our families, and our country. It’s time to make an informed choice that keeps Canada free, strong, and inclusive for everyone. See what the Liberal team is standing for: 🔗 markgerretsen.ca/ourplans

We'll make your family's summer memories more affordable this year.   The Canada Strong Pass will make our National Parks, national galleries, museums, and VIA Rail free for kids under 18.   Take a look: liberal.ca/mark-carneys...

We’re ready for Week 4! 🗳️ Here are some key things to remember this week: 👉 Vote early until April 22 at 40 Hyperion Court. 👉 Vote at Queen's University (Ban Righ Hall) from April 13–16 👉 Vote at Advance Polls from April 18–21 🔗 More ways to vote here: bit.ly/4icTTDq EVERY VOTE COUNTS!

Each day brings us closer to April 28! 🗳️ Thank you for all the support—and for the delicious homemade treats over the past few days! 👉 If you’d like to support our team, you can donate here: bit.ly/4l8iuMp 🔗 Learn more: markgerretsen.ca #TeamGerretsen2025

Waving those lawn signs and spreading the word with Jennifer! Did you get the pause? 👀 Share your screenshot in the comments! #ThePauseGame (Original audio from Martin and Bex FB account)

Elon Musk, Joe Rogan, Matt Gaetz - They've all endorsed PP. That should tell you everything you need to know about him.

Thank you to the Arab Society of Kingston for the warm welcome yesterday! 🙏 It was great to connect and hear directly from members of the community. Looking forward to staying in touch! 🇨🇦 #KingstonAndTheIslands

Special thanks to my good friend and colleague, Jennifer O'Connell, and her amazing mom, Doreen, for coming all the way from Pickering to help canvass today! 🤩

What I’ve been hearing at the doors is clear: this is the election of a lifetime—and there’s only one leader ready to keep #CanadaStrong. 🇨🇦 👉 Take a look at the latest Liberal policy announcements to keep building a stronger Canada: bit.ly/42aiap5 #TeamGerretsen2025 #KingstonAndTheIslands

This evening at sundown marks the beginning of Passover. Wishing all who celebrate a joyful and meaningful holiday. Chag Pesach Sameach! ✡️

Vanessa and I visited the Food Sharing Project! Their pilot project, funded by the National School Food Program, provides free lunches to schools. Huge thanks to staff, Andy, Brenda, and volunteers! 🙌 foodsharingproject.org

Our early voting list is growing fast at the campaign office—thank you to everyone who’s already cast their ballot! 🗳️ 👉 Don’t forget: early voting is open until April 22 at 40 Hyperion Court. 🔗 More info: elections.ca #TeamGerretsen2025

Thank you, Lynda Colgan, for your endorsement and for your continued leadership in science outreach and education in Kingston! I’ll always stand up for public education, scientific research, and the values we share as a community. 💪 🔗 See more here: markgerretsen.ca/endorsements

Time is flying! Every day brings us closer — and I couldn’t be more grateful for the incredible commitment of our volunteers. Let’s keep pushing forward — for a more inclusive, safe, and united Canada! 💪🇨🇦 PS: Remember, you can vote early at 40 Hyperion Court. More info at elections.ca 🗳️

We are ready to fight crime, protect Canadians, and build safer communities. We are committed to making Canada a safer place to live, work, play, and worship. 🔗More info: bit.ly/3G4VpdB

Here’s the heart of our campaign — the volunteer lounge! It’s where we all get together to plan our door-knocking days or lawn signs routes, meet up after canvassing, and take a quick break with snacks before getting back to work. Show your support by VOTING EARLY! 🗳️ 🔗 More info: elections.ca

We’ll turn Canada into a world-leading energy superpower — in clean and conventional energy — while cutting emissions and creating good jobs across the country. Let’s protect what’s ours — and power a strong future for Canada. 🔗More info: bit.ly/44m46KC

Meet Joe, our top volunteer who's been making the most phone calls every week since we started this campaign! So grateful for your support, Joe. It's been a privilege to have you on our team and to see your commitment firsthand—while enjoying it along the way! 💪 🔗More info: markgerretsen.ca