Building community leaders… something I am passionate about and have been involved in for much of my working career. On Saturday I was pleased to join a group from Agricultural Societies around the province, as they participated in a two-day Building Community Leaders workshop

I was pleased to join friends and family at the @uofg Alumni Association Awards of Excellence on Friday evening. Four outstanding alumni were honoured for their significant involvement, commitment & support of the U. of G., including my friend Doug Wagner, the 2025 UGAA Legacy

🔍Approximately 365,000 stones make up Centre Block’s facade and every single one is being examined closely during the building’s rehabilitation. 💡Fun fact: Nepean sandstone — sourced from a quarry that operated on the western outskirts of Ottawa — forms the bulk of the facade

On October 24th, we celebrate United Nations Day and the 80th anniversary of the UN Charter’s entry into force. Today, we honour the @UN's commitment to promoting peace, human rights and social progress, improving the lives of people around the world. Thank you for your

I look forward to working with my parliamentary colleagues to enhance the Scotland-Canada relationship and deepen the ties between our two countries.

Did you know that Canada is the 8th largest forest producer in the world with 480,000 forest landowners and 25 million hectares of forest? This week, I enjoyed engaging with the Canadian Forest sector through a productive discussion with the Canadian Forest Owners and a great

As a national voice of the seed sector, Seeds Canada represents members from across the value chain that drive this $3.2 billion industry. I enjoyed meeting with representatives from @Seeds_Canada and co-hosting their evening reception. It’s always great connecting with leaders

With deep roots in farming communities, the Canadian Foodgrains Bank is one of Canada’s leading agencies in addressing global hunger. Earlier this week, I was happy to join them at their parliamentary reception to connect with leaders in the field and learn about how Canada is

Yesterday, I was pleased to meet with Grain Growers of Canada representatives to discuss some of the critical issues their membership is facing. It was also great to attend their evening reception to connect with parliamentary colleagues and leaders in the grains field. What a

It’s Ontario Public Library Week! This #OPLW, let us celebrate all the stories, support and opportunities libraries offer every stage of life. From internet access to job search help, there are services available to everyone. Visit your local branch this week and discover all the

Did you know that more than 8% of Canada’s electricity demand was met with wind and solar in 2023? Last night, I enjoyed attending a reception hosted by the Canadian Renewable Energy Association to hear about the immense potential for wind energy, solar energy, and other

It was great to celebrate #LocalGovWeek by attending the Eastern Ontario Wardens’ Caucus Breakfast. Did you know that the @EOWC_ON advocates for 103 municipalities? It was great to connect with leaders who are representing over 1.1 million residents across Eastern Ontario to

Last week, the Food and Agricultural Organization of the United Nations celebrated their 80th anniversary of leading the fight to end world hunger. Today, I stood in the @SenateCA to highlight the dedicated work of the @FAO and this impressive milestone. Learn about FAO and watch

Did you know that 98% of businesses have less than 100 employees? Supporting small businesses in our local communities means money is being put right back into our community, building strong and competitive entrepreneurs right in our own neighborhoods! Let us celebrate

What a pleasure it was to celebrate with folks from across Canada & around the world last evening at the wrap-up gala for the 31st annual Communities in Bloom - Collectivités en fleurs Symposium, held in Stratford, ON. With initiatives focused on sustainability, green space

On October 18, 1929, the Famous Five succeeded in their advocacy to include women in the legal definition of “persons”. Did you know that this decision led to Cairine Wilson becoming the first Canadian woman named to the @SenateCA in 1930? On Persons Day we honour the Famous Five

“Buying local and shopping Canadian celebrates the people, cultures, and places that shape our nation” was the theme of my keynote address last evening at the South Grey Chamber of Commerce Business Gala Awards. Outstanding volunteers from each of the municipalities were honoured

It was a pleasure to speak at the Waterloo Federation of Agriculture AGM yesterday evening to discuss the #AGFO soil report and the vital importance of protecting agricultural lands in Canada! It is always great to connect with new and old friends alike. Thank you for the

Earlier this week, I was pleased to meet with the Virginia Agriculture Leaders Obtaining Results, or VALOR, who are making stops on their drive from Virginia to connect with different leaders in the agriculture industry in New York and Ontario. It was great to tour them around