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House of Commons · April 16, 2026

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Thank you, Chair. Mr. Kovrig, a lot of members of my community have reached out to my office because they're worried about their jobs. They're a part of the larger ecosystem with auto manufacturing and what's happening with the decline in our auto industry right now. I am speak… Read more

ing on behalf of them when I'm asking you questions. When we open the door to tens of thousands of Chinese Communist Party-linked EVs while our sector is already under pressure, does this risk weakening our local manufacturing ecosystems over time?

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House of Commons · April 13, 2026

House of Commons: Oral Questions — Taxation

Mr. Speaker, Canadians are struggling with the rising gas prices while the government keeps piling on taxes, taxes and more taxes. Kitchener Centre families are paying more at the pump. Our seniors are worried about driving to see their grandchildren. Our workers have to pay more… Read more

just to get to work, on top of the rising cost of everything else. Why will the Prime Minister not adopt our Conservative plan and reduce the gas tax? It will save 25¢ per litre for Canadians to give them the relief they deserve.

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Facebook · April 12, 2026

Round two of the OHL playoffs is here. I'm issuing a friendly wager to MP Terry Sheehan. Losing teams MP wears the other jersey on the House floor. GO RANGERS GO!

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Facebook · April 11, 2026

Spent time canvassing in Kitchener Centre, connecting with neighbours and listening to their priorities. It’s always valuable to hear directly from people about the issues that matter most to them.

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Facebook · April 10, 2026

Join us on April 25 for a free community shredding event. Safely dispose of your documents and protect your privacy. If you’re able, please consider bringing a donation for Food4Kids Waterloo.

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Facebook · April 9, 2026

A convenience store robber gets house arrest. Where is the rehabilitation? If we’re serious about breaking cycles of crime and addiction, sentences must include real recovery. That’s what my Private Members’ Bill, C‑240, and MP Luc Berthold’s C‑231 aim to do.

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Facebook · April 9, 2026

Great meeting with Jennifer Scott, CEO of House of Friendship, to discuss community supports, housing, and food security. Grateful for the vital work their team does to support people across our community.

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Facebook · April 8, 2026

Incredible courage from Katelynn Saengdala of Kitchener, who dove into a dangerous rip current to save a father and daughter in Lake Erie. Her selfless actions, even while recovering from an injury herself, are a powerful reminder of the bravery in our community.

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Facebook · April 8, 2026

Thank you to Key Metrix Rehabilitation for a productive meeting on rehabilitation and workforce recovery. These conversations directly support the goals of my private member’s bill, C-240.

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Facebook · April 7, 2026

Free income tax clinic on April 11, 9:30–4pm at the Kitchener Library. The filing deadline is April 30. Appointments can be booked in person or by calling 519‑743‑0271. More info at the link in bio.

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Facebook · April 7, 2026

Great conversation with the civics class at Eastwood Collegiate. Thoughtful questions, engaged students and a strong interest in how democracy works in practice. Always encouraging to see young people involved and curious.

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Facebook · April 5, 2026

My thoughts are with this WRPS officer - wishing him a speedy recovery. This is the reality of our drug crisis. My Private Member’s Bill, C-240 is about accountability, real rehabilitation and harsher consequences for large-scale fentanyl traffickers.

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Facebook · April 4, 2026

Recovery works best when the goal is clear: getting people drug‑free. Abstinence‑based treatment delivers real recovery, stability, and long‑term hope. My private member’s bill, C‑240, directs the system toward structured rehabilitation and measurable recovery outcomes.

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Facebook · April 4, 2026

Great to be at the political science showcase at the University of Waterloo. Impressive research, great questions and a lot of energy - its great to see students digging into these complex issues.

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Facebook · April 2, 2026

Keeping people in addiction and calling it compassion is not the answer. My private member’s bill, C-240, puts recovery first, walking alongside people no matter their path. Canadians deserve a system that removes obstacles to healing, not keeps them trapped.

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