MPP for Kitchener- Conestoga. Minister of Natural Resources.
Kitchener, Ontario
Joined February 2018
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It's Small Business Week!
Small businesses like Shuh Orchards are the backbone of Kitchener- Conestoga's economy. Our government is taking action to make sure they can navigate economic uncertainty, grow and create jobs.
It’s so important this week and every week to #ShopLocal
Today we wrapped up the the federal, provincial and territorial ministers' meeting.
I was pleased to lead an important discussion about how practical conservation and wildlife protection strategies can be shared between jurisdictions.
Huge thanks to everyone who participated!
Proud to co-host ministers from across Canada alongside Minister @juliedabrusin to discuss ways to conserve and invest in nature.
Today's productive discussions and visit to Lake Ontario served as an important reminder of what we're working together to protect.
Today, I joined Minister @samoosterhoff and PA @paulvickersmpp at @MartinsApples to announce a $22.5M investment to help Ontario’s agri-food businesses grow & innovate. This investment will support hardworking farmers and food producers right here in Kitchener–Conestoga.
Our government is investing $31 billion to expand highways and roads across the province.
The new Highway 7 between Kitchener and Guelph will create shorter, safer commutes for hardworking people, and support the long-term growth of our local economy.
This year, we’re investing more than $101 billion in health care, the most in Ontario’s history.
That includes the $10 million announced to support the new Waterloo Regional Health Network hospital, connecting more patients to convenient, high-quality care closer to home.
We’re protecting jobs in Waterloo Region and across the province by unlocking new markets, lowering costs, and building a stronger, more self-reliant economy.
Ontario continues to lead the nation in eliminating interprovincial barriers that cost the Canadian economy up to $200 billion annually.
By ensuring we have free and fair trade within our own borders, we’re unlocking new opportunities for workers and industries, lowering costs and strengthening our economy for generations to come. 🇨🇦
With more than 1,200 farms in Waterloo Region, I’m aware of the importance of the agricultural sector to the local economy.
I’d like to thank the people who own and operate these important businesses that help to strengthen Ontario’s economy
We owe it to our brave police officers to ensure they have the tools they need to do their jobs safely.
We’re urging the federal government to take the actions below to protect our officers and communities they serve.
September 30th is the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day.
Today, and everyday, we honour Survivors of Indian Residential Schools, their families and communities, and remember the children who never came home.
On the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day, we honour the Survivors of the residential school system and remember those who never came home.
Read my full statement here: news.ontario.ca/en/statement…
Our government invested $4.1M to strengthen primary care across Waterloo Region, including at @WoolwichCHC in Kitchener–Conestoga.
WCHC has since connected 2,978 people to care.
Today, we’re taking the next step in our $3.4B plan, by connecting 600,000 more Ontarians to care.
#ONRuralWeek is a time to celebrate the communities and traditions that make rural Ontario so special.
Join us this Saturday at the 51st annual @wellesleyabc Festival to celebrate the local farmers, businesses, and traditions that are such an important part of Waterloo Region.
What a night @THEMUSEUM in Kitchener for the official opening of Leonardo da Vinci 500 Years of Genius!
Thank you to David Marskell and the entire team for your vision, and a warm welcome to Ambassador Alessandro Cattaneo and our Italian partners.
Exciting news for our region!
With 2,515 more seats in high-demand programs at @UWaterloo, more students will have the opportunity to build their careers here at home and become the skilled graduates local businesses need to grow and strengthen our local economy.
@UWaterloo has been a longstanding builder of Ontario’s STEM workforce.
Great to tour the university and celebrate our $80M investment to fund 2515 more seats that students want and local employers need.
Ontario is investing $5M in 119 projects to protect our lands and waterways from invasive phragmites.
It's the latest step in our plan to stop the spread of invasive species by working with partners like @InvSp and @NCC_CNC.
Thank you to @niagaracollege for hosting us today.
Ontario is starting construction on one of Canada's largest clean energy projects, creating 30,500 jobs.
The Pickering Nuclear Refurbishment is part of one of the most ambitious nuclear energy expansions in North America, creating 150,000 new jobs & adding $800B to our economy.
Apply now for the Medical Education stream of the Ontario Learn and Stay Grant: ontario.ca/page/ontario-lear…
Applications are now open for the new stream of Ontario’s Learn and Stay Grant, covering education and related costs for more than 2,000 family doctors who agree to work here in Ontario.
Since 2023, the grant has supported more than 13,300 Ontario nurses, paramedics and medical lab techs working in the regions of the province that need them most.
news.ontario.ca/en/release/1…
September is Firefighter Appreciation Month.
Ontario’s Fire Rangers work throughout fire season to suppress and manage wildland fires. Their commitment to the safety and protection of this province is unwavering.
To all firefighters across Ontario, thank you for your service.
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Buy Ontario. Buy Canadian.
For governments across Ontario, it’s not an option. It’s the law.
Now, more than ever, we need a Team Canada approach to protect our workers, businesses and communities.
Yesterday, I wrote to Ontario’s 444 municipalities to make clear our expectation that they fully comply with Buy Ontario policies and maximize the use of Ontario and Canadian goods and services.
In the face of U.S. tariffs, every procurement dollar matters. Together, we will stand up for our workers, strengthen our economy and protect Ontario.
Ontario’s wildfire response is built on a proud history of aviation innovation.
Yesterday in Sault Ste. Marie, I toured the @BushplaneCentre and saw the aircraft that helped inspire the modern technology we use today. We’re proud to continue building on this history.
