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Kelly DeRidder's posts, videos and House of Commons speeches about her work for Kitchener Centre. Search by topic, or browse by month.

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Facebook · November 10, 2026

TODAY! Stop by the Seniors Clinic at Victoria Park Pavilion! Come connect with local organizations, get answers to your questions and learn about the services and resources available to seniors in our community. Hope to see you there!

Facebook · November 7, 2026

Our Seniors Clinic is coming up November 10 from 12–3 p.m. at Victoria Park Pavilion in Kitchener. Join us for information, resources and support on a range of issues. We look forward to seeing you!

House of Commons · November 5, 2026

House of Commons: Government Orders — Connected Care for Canadians Act

Mr. Speaker, we get emails all the time about how people go to one practitioner and then have to go to the hospital and re-explain their entire medical history. Then they go back to their practitioner to get a referral and go to the specialist with the referral, and they end up o… Read more

n the operating table if need be. They have to share their information across all those different avenues. That is happening all the time. I get emails all the time from constituents who ask why they cannot do it once to make sure they mark the right leg and move forward. Yes, I think this is going to help in specific situations like that.

Facebook · November 5, 2026

This week’s Women’s Spotlight honours Diane Freeman for her service to our community and her dedication to Canada’s veterans. From her work on Waterloo City Council to her involvement with the Legion, Diane continues to make a difference. During Veterans Week, we thank Diane an… Read more

d all those who serve and support those who have served.

Facebook · November 2, 2026

Applications are open for employers looking to hire young Canadians through the Canada Summer Jobs program. If your business or organization could use extra help this summer, apply by December 3!

Facebook · October 31, 2026

Our downtown communities deserve to feel safe. We need real solutions to the drug crisis that connect people with treatment, support recovery, and make our streets safer for everyone.

Facebook · October 30, 2026

AI will shape our economy, security and future. But if we don’t control our data, we risk giving away a critical national asset. Canada needs data sovereignty so Canadian data remains under Canadian control.

Facebook · October 30, 2026

It was a pleasure to join the Navratri celebrations and experience a vibrant celebration of culture, tradition, and community. Thank you to everyone who helped organize this special event and share the spirit of Navratri with our community!

Facebook · October 29, 2026

I had an impactful conversation with Latasha Wilson about incarceration and rehabilitation. Conversations like these are important as we look at how our justice system can support accountability, recovery, and meaningful pathways forward.

Facebook · October 29, 2026

This week’s womens spotlight recognizes Sara Casselman, Director of the SASC in Waterloo Region for winning the 2026 Legacy of Equity Award by the Women's Nonprofit Network. Congratulations on this well-deserved award and thank you for your dedication in supporting survivors in … Read more

our community.

Facebook · October 29, 2026

Great to attend the Southern Ontario Cricket Association banquet and celebrate the players, volunteers, and community members growing the sport across our region. Thank you to SOCA for bringing the cricket community together!

Facebook · October 29, 2026

One year ago, Eli Wood went missing following a house fire in Kitchener. A year later, his family is still waiting for answers. Our thoughts are with Eli’s loved ones, and we urge anyone with information to come forward. Eli must not be forgotten, and we hope he can be brought… Read more

home.

Facebook · October 28, 2026

Jim Balsillie’s incredible $4.5M donation will make a real difference for local families. With 1 in 9 Waterloo Region households relying on food banks, we need to ask why so many Canadians are struggling to afford groceries. The current government must act on affordability.

Facebook · October 26, 2026

Municipal elections matter! Your vote helps shape the future of your community, from housing and roads to public safety and local services. Make your voice heard and get out to vote in Ontario’s municipal election!

Facebook · October 25, 2026

As the holidays approach, I'm proud to highlight the work of Reception House Waterloo Region and its Home Begins Here initiative. With 34 transitional housing units planned, this project will help vulnerable families in Waterloo Region move from crisis to stability while reducin… Read more

g pressure on community resources. Every family deserves a safe place to call home.

Facebook · October 25, 2026

Kitchener is Canada’s innovation capital, built on resilience, creativity, and determination. I’m proud to support initiatives that strengthen our local economy. If you need, assistance, please reach out to my office!

Facebook · October 25, 2026

Great to welcome Senator Jim Quinn to the Conservative Caucus and discuss how data and innovation can drive economic growth in Kitchener and across Atlantic Canada.

Facebook · October 24, 2026

It was great to celebrate German Pioneers Day at the Concordia Club! Thank you to everyone who works to preserve and share the German heritage and traditions that have helped shape our community here in Kitchener Centre.

Facebook · October 23, 2026

Our next Seniors Clinic is coming up November 10! Join us from 12:00 to 3:00 p.m. at Victoria Park Pavilion to get help with your questions and connect with our team. 📍 80 Schneider Ave., Kitchener See you there!

House of Commons · October 23, 2026

House of Commons: Oral Questions — The Economy

Madam Speaker, of course, the member used the opportunity to attack Conservatives instead of focusing on a solution. One in nine households in the Waterloo region struggles to afford food. Across Canada, food banks saw 2.36 million visits in March alone, and one-third of those we… Read more

re children. There are 800,000 children going hungry in Canada. Canadians cannot afford excuses, and they cannot afford the government. When will the government take responsibility for making life more expensive and finally admit that we are in an affordability crisis?

Facebook · October 23, 2026

Oktoberfest may be over for another year, but the community spirit lives on! Thank you to all the local businesses, organizations, volunteers and everyone who helped make this year’s celebrations so special. From TechToberfest and Chamberfest to Damenfest and events supporting … Read more

great local causes, it’s traditions like these that bring our community together. Prost!

YouTube · October 22, 2026

Kitchener Needs Answers

Today, I presented a petition on behalf of Kitchener Centre residents demanding answers about the Rogers radio closures. During the Shaw acquisition, assurances were made that local radio would not be impacted. Kitchener residents deserve answers and accountability. Local jobs,… Read more

local news, and our community’s voice matter.

Facebook · October 22, 2026

Today, I presented a petition on behalf of Kitchener Centre residents demanding answers about the Rogers radio closures. During the Shaw acquisition, assurances were made that local radio would not be impacted. Kitchener residents deserve answers and accountability. Local jobs,… Read more

local news, and our community’s voice matter.

House of Commons · October 22, 2026

House of Commons: Routine Proceedings — Petitions — Local Radio

Mr. Speaker, today I am presenting a petition on behalf of Kitchener Centre residents concerned about the Rogers radio closures and their impact on our community. During the Shaw acquisition campaign, assurances were made that local radio would not be impacted. Petitioners want… Read more

to know what the response is to these closures, and whether Rogers will be held accountable for breaking those assurances. These closures threaten local jobs, access to local news and voices of our community. Kitchener residents deserve answers, and this petition is an important step towards holding Rogers accountable.

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