Heather McPherson is the newly-elected NDP MP for the Edmonton-Strathcona riding.
Some MPs are setting their political differences aside Monday evening to gather in Speaker Greg Fergus's office, watch the game and eat popcorn — reviving a long tradition on Parliament Hill.The Edmonton Oilers have a chance to do what no Canadian NHL team has done in more than three decades: win the Stanley Cup. Andrew Chang breaks down how deep-seated team rivalries and fan loyalty make it a stretch for many Canadians to get on the bandwagon.
Some MPs are setting their political differences aside Monday evening to gather in Speaker Greg Fergus's office, watch the game and eat popcorn — reviving a long tradition on Parliament Hill.Edmonton Oilers not taking chance to hoist Stanley Cup for granted And previous Speakers going back to Geoff Regan have hosted hockey nights during late sittings for Canadian teams competing in the playoffs, said Gravel.
For the final round, McPherson has painted her nails orange and blue — a colour combination not typically seen in the House of Commons.
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