Quite the headline for the National Post. ๐
Quite the headline for the National Post. ๐
Vanessa and I were happy to attend the launch of Maple Madness 2026 at the Little Cataraqui Creek Conservation Area. ๐
Great to see the recent renovations and improvements to the sugar shack and wagons!
๐๏ธ Maple Madness opens Saturday, March 7
๐ bit.ly/46KCz69
One list we should all be proud to be at the bottom of. ๐จ๐ฆ
P.S. This reception was extra special, not only because we hosted it in our new office, but also because we had the chance to feature โIN BETWiN,โ an art exhibition by Sergio Jaua, a Canadian-Venezuelan artist whose work highlights the resilience and contributions of immigrants in our community.
Happy to have hosted our first Citizenship Reception of the year! ๐จ๐ฆ
Congratulations to all the new citizens, and thank you for choosing Kingston, and Canada, as your home.
If youโre a first-generation youth working toward your goals, take a look at the Michael Harris Youth Award.
๐ Deadline: April 3 at 4:00 PM
More info below ๐
keys.ca/michael-harr...
Over 900 new homes are coming to Kingston as part of Canadaโs historic expansion of military housing.
The program will use modern construction methods, along with low-carbon materials to deliver sustainable, and scalable housing production.
๐ Learn more: bit.ly/3Oxm9aW
Thank you to Kingston Community Health Centres, KEYS, KIP, and ACFOMI for your leadership and daily impact.
๐Hereโs my speech: youtu.be/t9qk788D4tA?...
Grateful for this letter from local organizations supporting newcomers and refugees in Kingston.
Over 2,000 refugees have made our city home, contributing to health care, education, small businesses, and more. They make our community stronger.
The National School Food Program delivering to students in Kingston! ๐๐ฅช Spotted today while visiting students at Bayridge Secondary School.
A shoutout to the students at Bayridge Secondary School! ๐
As I shared this morning: you are the future, and the ideas, curiosity, and commitment you show today are what will shape it. Keep asking questions. Keep caring. Your voice always matters.
Thanks again for having me! ๐
Happy Holi! ๐
The Festival of Colours, is a vibrant Hindu celebration that marks the arrival of spring and the triumph of good over evil. Itโs a time for joy, renewal, and optimism.
We also celebrate the important contributions of Hindu communities across Canada!
Rehabilitation and reintegration matter. When we invest in training, opportunity, and second chances, we strengthen our entire community.
Thank you to everyone who played a role in getting us here. (3/3)
Through CORCAN, participants are gaining both hard and soft skills, learning not only how to be better farmers, but building the responsibility, teamwork, and confidence that help people successfully reintegrate into society. (2/3)
So proud of what this team has accomplished at Joyceville Institution! ๐
Todayโs CORCAN Farm Advisory Panel close-out meeting was a celebration of years of dedication, advocacy, and hard work to bring farming operations back โ and to make them a success. (1/3)
Canada and India are launching a new CanadaโIndia Talent and Innovation Strategy ๐จ๐ฆ ๐ฎ๐ณ
This initiative will strengthen research exchanges, skills development, and collaboration between our two countries.
๐For more information: bit.ly/4l391GE
Happy Irish Heritage Month! โ๏ธ
Did you know that Canadians of Irish descent make up 15% of our population, over 4.6 million people?
This March, letโs honour that legacy and celebrate the vibrant Irish spirit that continues to enrich our country.
Prime Minister Carney and Indian Prime Minister Modi meet in New Delhi, India.
The Canada-India relationship has created enormous opportunities for our workers and businesses.
Prime Minister Modi and I are building on that โ to double our trade, drive massive new investment, and forge new partnerships in energy, talent, and AI.
Purim is a joyful Jewish holiday celebrating courage, resilience, and community.
Jewish communities across Canada and around the world mark the occasion with the reading of the Megillah, sharing food, charitable giving, and festive celebrations.
Chag Purim Sameach! ๐
A graphic with a blurred background showing a flag with green, white, and red horizontal stripes. The title reads โCanadians in the Middle-East โ Emergency Consular Support.โ Three white information boxes with red checkmark icons list resources. The first box says: โRegister Your Travel โ travel.gc.ca/travelling/registration.โ The second box is titled โEmergency Watch & Response Centreโ and lists phone +1 613โ996โ8885, text +1 613โ686โ3658, WhatsApp +1 613โ909โ8881, Signal +1 613โ909โ8087, and email meโmo.sos@international.gc.ca. The third box says โCanadian Offices in the Regionโ followed by a list of countries: Israel, Palestine, Tรผrkiye, Jordan, Pakistan, Egypt, Armenia, Iraq, Lebanon, UAE, Qatar, and Kazakhstan. At the bottom is the text โMark Gerretsenโ with a small maple leaf icon.
If you are in the Middle-East right now, or know someone who is, please review the following consular resources and support services.
Canadians in Iran are urged to shelter in place and follow the instructions of local authorities.
Please share this information with anyone who may be affected.
Take a look at the Benefits Payment Dates for March, 2026! ๐๏ธ
Share this post with friends and family to help keep everyone informed.
๐See the full 2026 benefits payment calendar here: bit.ly/4emJUdg
Statement by Prime Minister Carney and Minister Anand on the situation in the Middle East
My statement on Iran-related hostilities in the Middle East:
PD opportunity for teachers! ๐
Programs like this help strengthen civic education and inspire the next generation to engage in our democracy.
๐More info: learn.parl.ca/teachers
Strong news for Canadaโs economy ๐จ๐ฆ
Foreign investment has surged to its highest level since 2007, a clear sign that global investors see Canada as a stable, competitive place to grow and do business.
๐bit.ly/4lhegmt
P.S: You can pin more than once! Members from other communities who support this approach can also pin their comments to Kingston to reinforce the message. The more pins we generate, the louder and clearer it becomes โ Kingston must be on this route. Letโs flood that map! ๐ช
Kingston, your voice matters! The public consultation for the Alto high-speed rail project is still open. Drop a pin on the interactive map and show your support for a route that comes to our city.
๐ Interactive map: bit.ly/4jHb82a
Take a look at these job opportunities across our country! ๐จ๐ฆ
More info below โฌ๏ธ
bit.ly/4cgm4SO
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Yet again, the Conservatives resort to dogโwhistle politics, targeting asylum seekers and others striving to contribute to our countryโsome of the most vulnerable people in our society.