Events

Word from your MP Canadians joined the world in mourning Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II during commemorative services held simultaneously this week in the United Kingdom in Canada and fellow Commonwealth countries. I stood with my fellow parliamentarians at Ottawa’s Christ Church Cathedral to observe the final commemorative service. Queen Elizabeth II frequently visited Canada, […]

Dear constituents, Happy back to school to all the young people who are going back to school or are still continuing their studies virtually! We’ve all come a long way...

Happy New Year dear constituents! On behalf of my family, my team and I, I want to wish you a happy new year filled with joy and good health! The new year offers us an opportunity to refocus our goals and redouble our efforts. It offers us an opportunity for reflection and renewal as we […]

Word of the MP Dear constituents, I want to wish you all a holiday season full of joy and a happy year 2022! As the snow sets in and the days get shorter, I hope you’re staying warm and safe. In recent weeks, Canadians have been lining up for their booster shots and have continued […]

Thank you for your renewed trust and support! Dear constituents, Thank you so much for your renewed trust in me as your Member of Parliament for Ottawa–Vanier, and for your support and kind words before, during and after the election. It’s an honour to serve this community and I look forward to continuing to work […]

Black Canadian business owners and entrepreneurs make important contributions to the Canadian economy, yet they continue to face systemic racism and obstacles in starting and growing their businesses. This has been further exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic. The Government of Canada is working to address long-standing barriers with its first-ever Black Entrepreneurship Program—an over $400-million investment […]

The COVID-19 pandemic has reinforced the importance of a strong and vibrant science and research ecosystem. The Government of Canada remains committed to supporting this ecosystem, along with the talent and innovation that it nurtures. Since 2016, we have made the largest science investments in Canadian history. We are committed to continuing these investments in […]

Our two official languages are an integral part of our national identity. Canadians in official language minority communities have been resilient in preserving their language and culture for generations. Today, the Honourable Mona Fortier, Minister of Middle Class Prosperity, Associate Minister of Finance and Member of Parliament (Ottawa–Vanier), announced an investment of $393,600 to support four official […]

Every Canadian deserves a safe and affordable place to call home. Thanks to investments made by the Government of Canada, residents of Ottawa will now have access to more stable rental housing options. Today, the Honourable Mona Fortier, Minister of Middle Class Prosperity and Associate Minister of Finance and Member of Parliament for Ottawa-Vanier, on behalf of […]

News release – For immediate release $1,690,000 in funding for the ByWard Market area to improve its infrastructure and respond to the impacts of COVID-19 Ottawa, Ontario, July 20th, 2021— The health and well-being of Canadians are top priorities for the governments of Canada and Ontario. Communities across Canada are on the frontlines of the […]