Brian McFarlane has been appointed to the Order of Canada — one of our country’s highest civilian honours — for his contributions to the sport of hockey, as a sportscaster, writer and historian. He’s also a resident of Markham-Stouffville! Yesterday, I delivered a Member’s statement about his impressive achievements. To see the statement, click here: […]
Tonight, Jewish communities across Canada are welcoming the beginning of Hanukkah, the festival of lights. Lighting the menorah is not merely about tradition, it’s an affirmation of the power of hope and perseverance. To everyone celebrating—I wish you a safe, happy and healthy Hanukkah! Chag Hanukkah Sameach! (The menorah in the photo is a family […]
Today, we reached a critical milestone in our fight against COVID-19: the first COVID-19 vaccine has been approved by Health Canada. 30,000 doses are expected to arrive as early as Monday at the 14 points of shipment across the country. Up to 249,000 doses are coming this month, with millions more in the new year. […]
This year’s Whitchurch-Stouffville’s Santa Claus Parade with Mayor Iain Lovatt and MPP Paul Calandra. It was wonderful to see everyone!
Speaking in the House about the Whitchurch-Stouffville Museum’s ‘Archaeology Alive!’ — the winner of the 2020 Ontario Museum Association’s Award of Excellence in exhibitions. The exhibit focuses on the Jean-Baptiste Lainé site in Whitchurch-Stouffville. In the late 16th century, the site was a remarkable Huron-Wendat community. It’s an amazing exhibit! Please learn more by clicking […]
Today, on the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, we honour all Canadians with visible and non-visible disabilities–which includes so many extraordinary people who continue to break down stigma and stereotypes. Their efforts are helping us create a more accessible and inclusive society. Please see the Prime Minister’s statement: https://bit.ly/37qS8jG
Investing in accessible and affordable child care is not only good for families, it’s good for our economy. It helps create jobs and it spurs economic growth. It makes sense that investing in child care would be part of Canada’s plan for a post-pandemic recovery. I asked the Prime Minister about this issue today in […]
As the second wave of the pandemic has gripped people and economies around the world, Canadians are facing challenging times. Today, our government released our plan to confront these challenges: ‘Supporting Canadians and Fighting COVID-19: Fall Economic Statement 2020’ is focused on fighting the pandemic, supporting Canadians and once the virus is defeated, investing in […]
At the Standing Committee on Industry, Science and Technology, I spoke with Minister Monsef about our government’s $1.75B Universal Broadband Fund, and the heritage neighbourhood of Locust Hill in Markham-Stouffville. To find out more about the Universal Broadband Fund: https://bit.ly/3fz3mq3 To learn about Canada’s high-speed internet access strategy, please see: https://bit.ly/2UY0oSM To see the […]
Over the past 10 months, our government has been working hard to fight COVID-19 and keep Canadians safe. That’s our top priority, but that doesn’t mean it’s our only priority. As our government works to protect and support Canadians during the pandemic, we also need to lay the foundation for a better future. Climate change […]
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