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was a moving tribute to our veterans. I’m proud to stand with our community in honouring those who have served and sacrificed for our country.

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pal and federal leaders work together, we create opportunities to improve the lives of people in Kitchener Centre. Thank you, Berry Vrbanovic , for taking the time to stop by and engage in such an important discussion. I look forward to continuing this partnership to build a stronger, more connected community.

mes from my home riding, being an innovative joint replacement technology, but they can't monetize. They're having trouble scaling because of red tape bureaucracies. It's hard to scale here in Canada. Also, there was an article that came out today from CTV that said, “Warren Lovely, managing director with National Bank Financial, told BNN Bloomberg...the private sector has already lost confidence in the federal government, and the country is dependent on the U.S.” Current policy, in the past 10 years, has not been in the form to create innovation and technology in Canada, and we've lost investor confidence in this country. This has been over the past 10 years. To me, these are policy and bureaucracy problems. You even said that it's not something to throw money at. It's how we create investment. In terms of policy, what can we do to create investment here in Canada and to support our innovation and technology sector?

tion. For years, John has led with compassion, vision, and unwavering commitment to building a more inclusive and caring Kitchener. Under his leadership, the House of Friendship has become a beacon of hope for thousands, providing shelter, food, addiction treatment, and support to those who need it most. Their work is more than service delivery; it’s about restoring dignity, building community, and creating pathways to a better future. Whether it’s helping someone find stable housing, access mental health supports, or rebuild their life, the House of Friendship is there, day in and day out, with open arms and open hearts. John’s legacy is one of empathy and action. His impact will be felt for generations, and his example will continue to guide us as we work together to build a more just and compassionate society. Thank you, John, and thank you to everyone at the House of Friendship. You remind us what it means to truly care for one another.

and technology that benefit Kitchener Centre and across Canada — always putting Canadians first.

AI investment, but 75% of that has now gone abroad to companies not here in Canada, so our public tax dollars are funding, as you said, the futures of someone else. What specific competition-focused policies could reverse Liberal oversight, incentivize private investment and prevent IP leakage to ensure that our youth who are driving our innovation as well as our next workforce have a bright future here in Canada?

ans two-way, all-day GO service is coming soon. This is a huge win for our community. Grateful to Prabmeet Singh Sarkaria , Mike Harris , and Jess Dixon for being the government to deliver a milestone that truly matters to our community. Way to GO, Kitchener! #kitchener #gotransit

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hospital. You're very community-focused, and you're right in my community in Kitchener, so I have some community questions for you. What has this drug crisis in Kitchener contributed to the spread in the transmission of AROs in our community?

de rehabilitation progress in parole decisions Bill C-240 is a non-partisan bill that will help Canadians get the help they need while at the same time, go after fentanyl kingpins who destroy our communities.

lief in education, and her quiet leadership are nothing short of inspiring. I’m proud that Canada is now part of her journey, and that she is here, pursuing her dreams with the same resilience that carried her through so much. Her story reminds us why we must continue to fight for opportunity, dignity, and hope—for every child, everywhere. Rahima Khushi, YOU GO GIRL!!! Cannot wait to watch what you accomplish in life.

multiple small businesses and incubator programs into one collaborative ecosystem — supporting social and environmental innovators and equity-deserving entrepreneurs. It’s an incredible space built on the belief that collaboration drives innovation. As their website explains, a factory isn’t just a place that produces goods — it’s a place where people come together to build better solutions, faster. The SDG Idea Factory is inspired by the United Nations’ 17 Sustainable Development Goals — a global call to action to promote peace, prosperity, and sustainability for all. Check them out ---> https://www.sdgideafactory.ca #Kitchenercentre #SDGIdeaFactory #Innovation #Sustainability #Collaboration #Entrepreneurship #CommunityDevelopment #EconomicGrowth #SocialImpact #futureready

ent and for bringing to life such a wonderful community event. #BraveheartsPremierLeague #CommunitySpirit #LocalSports #CricketCanada #Teamwork #communityevent #kitchenercentre

nders are released, only to harm again. You deserve better. You deserve safety, dignity, and peace of mind in your own community. Today, as we vote on our motion in the House of Commons, I ask others in this house to listen. This is not about politics. This is about people. About families. About the right to live without fear. Conservatives hear you. We stand with you. And we will fight to get this done, for the sake of every neighbour, every child, and every small business trying to survive and thrive in Kitchener Centre and across Canada. Let’s make our communities safer. Let’s pass this motion—together.

ad to food insecurity as well. We do know that the homeless population is more at risk for infectious disease. That includes those who are struggling with addiction. In my riding in Kitchener, I was driving by one of our encampments over the summer. Someone had passed in the encampment. I was deeply saddened by their passing, but I was even more saddened by the fact that those cleaning up his area were dressed in full haz-mat. In another story from my riding, a lady lost her son because he injected with water from our Grand River. He got an infectious disease straight from our river when he injected with that water. We've lost 53,000 people to this opioid crisis that we're facing right now. That's more people than we lost in World War II. It just seems that these failed social experiment policies are leading to more deaths in our country. I have two questions: How is this drug crisis today contributing to the infectious disease increase in Canada, and do you have any data on the actual AMR deaths contributing to what we're facing in Canada today?

the Buddy Choir… what a highlight. Their energy, their spirit, it was uplifting and unforgettable. A heartfelt thank-you to the sponsors, volunteers, and organizers who made this celebration possible. Bringing inclusion and ability to the forefront of our community is not only meaningful, it’s essential. Cannot wait for next year! #kitchenercentre #CelebrateAbility #CommunityStrong #JoyInInclusion

ng people rebuild their lives, we must invest in accessible, immediate mental health and addiction treatment services. We need more beds, more supports, and a system that responds with urgency when someone says, ‘I’m ready to change.’ That’s the kind of rehabilitation-first approach I want to see us build across this country.

entrepreneurship, not penalize it. Building up innovators is how we build up communities. Thank you to my colleague Sandra Cobena for this important question in committee.

g arts, empowering artists and audiences alike. It’s more than a venue, t’s a place where creativity builds connection, and where community comes alive through transformative experiences. Here's to a wonderfully successful 2025/26 season, I personally cannot wait for the official start of the season to take in some shows myself. All the details in the link provided check them out!!! 📍122 Frederick Street, Kitchener 🎟️ Upcoming shows: registrytheatre.com