News & Updates

Happy fall! I know, this time of year is very busy for many, with families re-adjusting to school routines, but I hope you’ll find time to enjoy this beautiful weather. We are lucky to have many places in Kanata—Carleton to enjoy the colourful foliage. What’s your favourite spot for a fall hike, walk, or run?…

September 30th marks the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, a day to honour the children who never returned home and Survivors of residential schools, as well as their families and communities. Take the time to learn and reflect. We all have a role to play on the journey toward reconciliation.

On September 18th, the Prime Minister informed the House of Commons and all Canadians about credible allegations of a potential link between agents of the Government of India and the killing of a Canadian Citizen, Hardeep Singh Nijjar. I understand this is deeply upsetting for many in our community, particularly South Asians and families who…

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau apologizes on behalf of Canada's Parliament after a man who fought in Adolf Hitler's Nazi forces was included in an event last week honouring Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.

And just like that, the summer school holidays are coming to an end. How does time always seem to speed up during July and August? I hope you all had a wonderful summer and I’d like to wish all educators and kids a successful return to school. Here's my update for our community from the…

July has been a busy month for Kanata—Carleton! As we head into August—the final month of summer recess before the House of Commons resumes—I'm speaking directly with residents to hear your feedback, stopping in at local businesses, working with my new provincial counterpart (more on that below!), and getting up to speed on the functions…

“We have the right team, made up of accomplished people who reflect the diversity and talent of our country. Together, we will keep building a strong future for the middle class, and for all Canadians.” -Prime Minister Justin Trudeau Photo: THE CANADIAN PRESS/Justin Tang

From June 24 to 25, Jenna Sudds, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Youth, met with G7 Gender Equality Ministers over a two-day session to discuss lessons learned from the COVID-19 pandemic, as well as gender equality policies to support women’s economic empowerment. The sessions were preceded by a dialogue…

Set in the heart of Area X.O, the DARTT Zone is a high-tech obstacle course, which features specialized infrastructure that puts aerial and ground robots through rigorous tests and challenges in mixed terrain and diverse weather to assess and advance their performance, safety, and market readiness.