News & Updates

It’s been a week since the City of Ottawa announced their plans for a newcomer reception centre in Kanata, in the form of a sprung structure. I have taken the last week to listen to our community, to ask questions, and to meet with those involved in making this decision.

Have a student in the family? On November 13th, the CRA is hosting a free webinar to share information about the benefit and credit payments that they could qualify for. We know that doing your taxes, especially as a new filer is difficult – new things always are. This stress-free way to learn about how…

Thanksgiving, Halloween and the changing of the leaves in between. It really feels like fall in Kanata passes by in a flash… and this October was a pretty special month – packed full of excitement.

Sharing an update concerning Best Theratronics in response to messages and emails of concern from community members about the possibility of unmanned nuclear material.

Today, on World Ageism Awareness Day, I'd like to share my friend Helen's TEDx Talk and also raise awareness around an incredible program called New Horizons for Seniors.

With fall in full force, our local farmers’ markets are sadly wrapping up at the end of this month. Thank you to everyone who supported our local vendors throughout the season at the Kanata Farmers’ Market and the Carp Farmers’ Market.

I’d like to wish all students, educators, and parents a safe and happy return to school. And a big thank you to the Kanata Food Cupboard who just wrapped up their annual Back to School Program by providing school and lunch bags to local youth in need.

As summer is in full swing and I’m lucky to spend more time in our beautiful community, I’ve never wanted to work harder so that everyone here has the support they need. But it’s not just me working hard on your behalf. Kudos to my Constituency Team for everything they do.

Australia, Canada and New Zealand today issued the following statement on the need for an urgent ceasefire in Gaza and the risk of expanded conflict between Hizballah and Israel.