Thank you Matthew Klassen and Sheldon McCormick for hosting us at Communitech earlier this summer.
Strengthening the relationship between Ottawa and Kitchener Centre is key to unlocking long-term economic growth—not just for the region, but for Canada as a whole.
We had productive discussions around artificial intelligence, dual-use technologies, and how the federal government can better support the local tech ecosystem and the founders driving innovation here.
Special thank you to The Honourable Cheryl Gallant for making the trip down to Kitchener Centre to support this initiative. As well, thank you Barbara Shackleton for your support and insight.
Grateful for the chance to listen, learn, and collaborate. Looking forward to building on this momentum 🇨🇦
@cherylgallantmp @shackleton.barbara @communitech
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Monthly update · August 2025
August 2025: Open House, Local Visits and Community Celebrations
In August 2025, Kitchener Centre MP Kelly DeRidder opened her new constituency office, toured local charities and tech and youth groups, and celebrated community festivals across the riding.
Year in review · 2025
2025: Kelly DeRidder Works for Kitchener Centre, Home and Away
In 2025, Kelly DeRidder, MP for Kitchener Centre, spoke up in Ottawa for local priorities and met with innovators, charities and neighbours across the riding. See what she did on housing, safety, jobs and community.
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Facebook · August 18, 2025
Great conversation recently with Alex Oestreicher, President, and Justin McLaughlin, Sr. Manager of Student Advocacy at Conestoga College. We discussed key issues that matter to students in our community — including Work-Integrated Learning & Student Employment, International Stu… Read more
dents & Immigration, and Student Affordability. I enjoyed learning more about the important work CSI is doing and look forward to finding ways we can align on shared priorities to support students here in Kitchener Centre. You can learn more about it here: www.conestogastudents.com/representation/advocacy #KitchenerCentre #ConestogaCollege #StudentSuccess #Community
Facebook · September 3, 2025
📣 Town Hall – Let’s Talk! Join us for an open and engaging Town Hall where community voices take centre stage. This topic is "Your Voice, Your Concerns for Ottawa" and will provide a great chance to share your priorities, ask questions, and connect with our team. 🗓 Date: Thu… Read more
rsday, September 11 🕓 Time: 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. 📍 Location: 201 – 130 Weber Street West Whether you have ideas, concerns, or just want to listen in, we’d love to see you there. Everyone is welcome! #TownHall #CommunityMatters #YourVoiceCounts #kitchenercentre
Facebook · September 4, 2025
My colleagues and I recently had the pleasure of visiting the University of Waterloo — such a great experience. 💡 We had thoughtful discussions on how the university and its partners are strengthening Canada’s tech sector and driving economic growth through forward-thinking pol… Read more
icy. From AI and deep tech to advanced manufacturing, the conversation reinforced why our region truly is Canada’s capital of innovation. For Kitchener Centre, tech isn’t just important — it’s vital. It drives local opportunity, attracts talent, and supports families right here at home. The visit even brought back memories of my own time in robotics during secondary school — building machines for final projects and learning hands-on. 🤖✨ I’m excited about the collaboration and policy development that will keep Kitchener Centre and our region a global leader in tech and innovation. #Innovation #KitchenerCentre #UWaterloo #FutureOfTech #AI #advancedmanufacturing @conniecodymp @mattstraussksh
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