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Now more than ever, the Canada Child Benefit (CCB) is a lifeline for Canadians with small children continuing to struggle with the financial impacts of COVID-19. That is why our government is providing additional payments through the CCB this year to support families through the pandemic. Families will receive up to $1,200 per child under […]

It was my honour to address the House of Commons on the importance of Bill C-15, An Act respecting the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples. Once passed, Bill C-15 will affirm UNDRIP as a universal human rights instrument with application in Canadian law, and provide the Government of Canada with a […]

After decades of strong public advocacy, Scarborough is finally getting the rapid transit expansion it deserves! Today, the Government of Canada announced an investment of $2.26 Billion for the development of the three stop Scarborough Subway Extension. The Scarborough Subway Extension will add ~8km of rail into Scarborough, along with 3 additional stops along TTC […]

Calling all youth! Are you interested in learning about upcoming local job opportunities in Scarborough-Rouge Park? If so, join us this Monday, April 26 at 4:00 PM for our Virtual Youth Job Fair! Join us to hear from local businesses, organizations, and non-profits who are looking to hire local youth from our community. We will have […]

The best vaccine is the first one available to you. Starting April 20th, individuals who are 40 and over are now eligible to receive the AstraZeneca Vaccine at select pharmacies.   For full eligibility and to find a participating pharmacy near you, please visit the Ontario COVID-19 website at: https://covid-19.ontario.ca/book-vaccine/

Today, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, the Honourable Chrystia Freeland, released  Budget 2021: A Recovery Plan for Jobs, Growth, and Resilience, the Government of Canada’s plan to finish the fight against COVID-19 and ensure a robust economic recovery that brings all Canadians along. COVID-19 has disproportionately affected low-wage workers, young people, women, and […]

    As schools in Scarborough resume in-class learning today, our government is ensuring students and teachers can return safely to the classroom. Our $2 Billion Safe Return to Class Fund will provide provinces and territories with the support necessary to invest in adapted learning spaces, PPE and cleaning supplies, and upgraded ventilation systems.

26 years ago, the Hon. Jean Augustine put forth a motion in the House of Commons to commemorate February as Black History Month in Canada.  Since 1996, Canada has celebrated and acknowledged the role Black Canadians have in building Canada from coast to coast to coast. From Amber Valley in Alberta, to Africville in Nova […]

Downloaded by more than 5.4 million Canadians already, the COVID Alert App is an additional way to protect ourselves, our families, and those most vulnerable from COVID-19. The more the app is downloaded the more effective it will be to help stop the spread of the pandemic.  The COVID Alert App is a secure app […]

As the Government continues to protect and support Canadians through the pandemic, we must also lay the foundation for a better future, with cleaner air and healthier communities. Recently, Minister Wilkinson, the Minister of Environment and Climate Change, tabled legislation to hold the federal government to its commitment of achieving Net-Zero emissions by 2050.  The […]