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.

All major grocery retailers agree to sign on to industry-developed code of conduct.

Auto thefts were down 17 per cent during the first six months of 2024 compared with the same period last year.

My latest community newsletter is out, featuring community meetings and events, Kanata—Carleton funding, details on Capital Gains Tax Changes, and more.

We’re changing the inclusion rate on capital gains to make our tax system fairer. Why? We don’t believe that an investor should pay lower taxes than an employee.

Our government is investing $10M in 6 local tech companies to help them scale up and develop more innovative digital solutions.

Now that the House of Commons spring session has ended, let’s look back on the progress that we have made to support Canadians.

School food programs boost our children’s physical and mental wellbeing. That's the spirit behind the National School Food Policy, the federal vision for school food programs in Canada.

Making our communities more liveable in world of climate impacts such as floods, storms and wildfires means planning ahead and building more resilient roads, bridges, water treatment facilities, telecommunications, evacuation routes and much more.

I can’t remember a Victoria Day long weekend with weather as stunning as this past one! I was happy to spend it in our beautiful community with a very special visit to a new Andrew Fleck Child Care Centre at 415 Corkstown Road in Kanata that will be opening its doors to 73 little ones in a few weeks.

Yesterday, I visited a new Andrew Fleck Day Care centre in Ottawa that will be opening its doors to 73 little ones in a few weeks. Centres like this are part of our plan to create 250,000 new spots by 2026.

April showers bring May flowers! I always love this time of year - with longer days and spring blooms. Speaking of blooms, one of my favourite community events is coming up in May, the Grassroot Grannies annual plant sale. The Kanata United Church book fair is also returning - not to mention the local farmers’ markets.

Without significant winter runoff, the current water levels are unexpectedly high. I have proactively engaged the Minister of Emergency Preparedness on behalf of all those affected in our community and also requested an update from the Ottawa River Regulation Planning Board (ORRPB).

Today, the Honourable Chrystia Freeland, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, released Budget 2024: Fairness for Every Generation.