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Dear friends, The last few days have been very difficult for a lot of members in our community, particularly those of Jewish and Palestinian ties. What occurred on October 7th was not only a tragic event, but it also marked the deadliest day for Jewish people since the Holocaust. We must continue to condemn it. […]

  Over 13% of the population in Canada has a disability – over 4 million people. Over 400,000 adults with more significant disabilities are in “core housing need” – the standard Canadian federal definition of low housing affordability, quality, and adequacy. However, a growing body of evidence shows that People with physical disabilities often require […]

  STATEMENT The passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II It is with great sadness that we learn of the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. As the longest reigning monarch for the United Kingdom and the Commonwealth, her passing is a significant loss. For most, she is the only Sovereign that has ruled in their lifetime. On behalf of my […]

When I first started working in politics, I knew how difficult the path I had chosen would be. I knew that politics required long hours, a healthy dose of selflessness and a willingness to get back up and keep fighting when the going gets tough. I also knew what it meant for my family and […]

Today, the Honourable Ahmed Hussen, Minister of Housing, Diversity and Inclusion, alongside Peter Fragiskatos, Member of Parliament for London North Centre and Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of National Revenue, Arielle Kayabaga, Member of Parliament for London West, Josh Morgan, Deputy Mayor on the behalf of Ed Holder, Mayor of London, and Jeff Neven, CEO […]

In continuation of our response to Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) today announced the launch of applications for the Canada-Ukraine Authorization for Emergency Travel (CUAET). This is a special, accelerated temporary residence pathway for Ukrainians seeking safe haven in Canada while the conflict in their home country continues. The […]

Every Canadian deserves a safe and affordable place to call home. The COVID-19 pandemic has made it clear that affordable housing is key to Canada’s recovery. On March 11th in London, Peter Fragiskatos, Member of Parliament for London North Centre and Arielle Kayabaga, Member of Parliament for London West on behalf of the Honourable Ahmed […]

Small businesses are the backbone of the Canadian economy and the heart of our communities across the country. As small businesses adapt to the digital economy and the lasting impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Government of Canada is working to help them continue to grow, thrive, and create good jobs. Today, we are pleased […]

The Honourable Marci Ien, Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Youth, issued the following statement today on International Women’s Day: “Happy International Women’s Day! Today we celebrate the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women and girls, in all their diversity, who are breaking down barriers, lifting each other up, and making the […]

Canada will be providing additional humanitarian aid to Ukraine by matching every donation made by individual Canadians to the Canadian Red Cross between February 24, 2022, and March 18, 2022, up to a maximum of $10 million. The generosity of Canadians when a crisis strikes is always remarkable, and their efforts in times of need […]