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conThomas Mulcair expanded his arguement that some of Canada's successful industries represent a disease to our manufacturing economy. Today he added northern Ontario softwood lumber and eastern Canadian shale gas to his list that also includes energy and mining. This appears to be Frank Graves "culture war" suggestion being played out pitting Canadian against Canadian and region against region. Its irresponsible, reprehensible and frankly not supported by the facts. http://www.calgaryherald.com/news/politics/Alberta%20Premier%20Alison%20Redford%20uses%20tweet%20to%20slam%20NDP%20leader%20Thomas%20Mulcair%20over%20oilsands%20claims/6631549/story.htmlMay 16, 2012 2:22 pm | Ontario, Peterborough - MPconEzra Levant pulls no punches (in fact he's frankly over the top) in this segment on Tides Canada but his research is interesting. http://www.sunnewsnetwork.ca/video/featured/prime-time/867432237001/money-laundering-charities/1630650411001/page/2May 10, 2012 3:16 pm | Ontario, Peterborough
- MPconTides Canada insists it is in fact a charity, what do you think? Personally if taxpayers are going to support charities I wouls sure prefer to see the money going to groups like the United Way or the Canacer Society. http://www.theglobeandmail.com/news/national/british-columbia/gary_mason/asking-some-fair-questions-of-tides-canada/article2428025/May 10, 2012 3:12 pm | Ontario, Peterborough
- MPconThe NDP are not bad people but this is what they do in power (tax and spend). This is not a good time to be increasing taxes on hard working families in particular on the price of gas. http://www.winnipegsun.com/2012/04/30/gas-tax-hike-starts-tuesdayMay 01, 2012 7:35 am | Ontario, Peterborough
April
- MPconThis is tragic news for the horse industry in Ontario, including so many people in my riding. This was a business agreement, a partnership not a subsidy and whomever undertakes any future gaming relationship with the province of Ontario will also receive a portion of the overall take. The difference is that this partnership benefitted rural Ontario, its doubtful that any future agreement will do the same. http://www.torontosun.com/2012/04/28/horse-breeders-reject-foal-killingApr 30, 2012 3:10 pm | Ontario, Peterborough
- MPconThis is obviously an important revelation regarding what Elections Canada does and does not do during an election. Elections Canada was unequivocal that they do not call any voters that appears to be incorrect. http://www.torontosun.com/2012/04/25/elections-canada-targeted-voters-by-race-docsApr 26, 2012 11:06 am | Ontario, Peterborough
- MPconDean Del Mastro, MP - Peterborough - Local Joint Committee Set to Receive Nominations for Queen’s Di
Apr 24, 2012 11:01 am | Ontario, Peterborough - MPconApr 24, 2012 7:21 am | Ontario, Peterborough
- MPconI simply cannot believe that the CP Rail situation is not getting a lot more national attention. I would like to express my support for the current plan and management of Canadian Pacific. I have considerable first-hand experience in dealing with CPR and support their current robust investment plans. I cannot help but contrast CP's positive approach to the one taken by Hunter Harrison during his tenure at CN; Chuck Strahl sums it up well in today's Globe and Mail. http://www.theglobeandmail.com/news/politics/railroads-cant-afford-a-return-to-their-bad-old-days/article2406180/?utm_medium=Feeds%3A%20RSS%2FAtom&utm_source=Politics&utm_content=2406180Apr 19, 2012 5:33 am | Ontario, Peterborough
- MPconOn this mornings radio show; Canada's jobs engines rips into high gear, whats up with the F-35 and much more. Listen live at 8:30 on 100.5 Kruz FM. Or online at http://player.kruzfm.ca/Apr 07, 2012 4:54 am | Ontario, Peterborough
- MPconThis was a great article written by David Frum that quite correctly points out the balanced and astute approach that the Prime Minister and Minister Flaherty have taken since 2009. http://fullcomment.nationalpost.com/2012/03/31/david-frum-canada-can-fairly-claim-to-be-the-best-governed-country-in-the-world/David Frum: Canada can fairly claim to be the best-governed country in the world | Full Comment | Na
Apr 02, 2012 1:34 pm | Ontario, Peterborough - MPconI'm with Charlie on this one. I shut down twitter on my blackberry and playbook months ago and don't miss it a bit. http://www.huffingtonpost.ca/charlie-angus/quit-twitter_b_1394617.html?ref=canadaApr 02, 2012 9:00 am | Ontario, Peterborough
March
- MPconPart of the "all-star" voting block at http://faqmp.ichannel.ca/. You can vote once a day until April 10, and submit your questions.Mar 28, 2012 9:49 am | Ontario, Peterborough
- MPconWhile many of you have e-mailed or written me on the subject, I have avoided commenting on the Graham James sentencing to this point because I wanted more time to reflect on the matter. Graham's brother Rusty James has spoken out and brought a new perspective and its simply this; whats worse to steal peoples money like Bernie Madoff or their childhood and dreams like Graham James? Madoff was sentenced to 150 years in jail, Graham James just got 2 years.Mar 25, 2012 6:03 am | Ontario, Peterborough
- MPconRecent riots in London, Montreal, Vancouver and Toronto all have one thing in common namely a shocking disrespect of foundational laws that govern decent societies. While some will rush to blame alcohol consumption or excuse some actions as legitimate protest, I feel strongly that there is no excuse for these actions. Lawful protest has a place in Canada, civil disobedience and vandalism does not and must be followed up with penalties that deliver a lesson.Mar 20, 2012 8:40 am | Ontario, Peterborough
- MPconThe importance of the upcoming Ontario and federal budget's cannot be overstated. In the case of my home province, its clear that we have to reduce spending and operate more efficiently. Its also clear that Ontarian's cannot afford higher taxes, higher license fees and new user fees. Constituents are also clear the the electricity rates in Ontario are hurting them and are genuinely concerned that they will become unaffordable. We must end the "green" energy subsidies program immediately and cut our losses. Ontarians already have to pay for 20 years for the mistakes that have been made to date, lets stop the insanity now.Mar 15, 2012 1:08 pm | Ontario, Peterborough
- MPconThe Ontario government's proposed move to end the agreement between OLG and the Ontario Harness Racing Association will have a profoundly negative impact on our region. The success of Kawartha Downs and the local horse owners and horse farms significantly contributes to our local economy. Any move to unilaterally end the agreement would constitute an economic attack on rural Ontario. This is a business agreement, not a subsidy.Mar 14, 2012 5:08 pm | Ontario, Peterborough
- MPconThis is tremendous news for our region! SGS is a world leader in metallurgical research and an important partner in the global mining industry. The work they are doing improves the efficiency of mining operations and reduces the impact of mining activities dramatically. This is huge for Lakefield, to all the staff and management thank you for your efforts and your remarkable work!Mar 13, 2012 9:49 am | Ontario, Peterborough
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- MPconWildrose leader Danielle Smith made an interesting arguement regarding refining Canadian oil in Canada. The truth is that most of the gasoline we burn in Ontario has been made with oil harvested from the North Sea as opposed to Alberta and its appropriate to ask why. The fact is that Enbridge owns and operates "line 9" which connects Alberta to Canadian refiineries in Sarnia and Montreal and Canadian oil has and continues to sell at a discount (West Texas as opposed to Brent crude) rate. Using Canadian oil at Canadian refineries makes sense and governments should work to see that it becomes a reality. That said, I firmly believe that both Keystone and Gateway pipelines need to be built as they are critical to the entire Canadian economy.Mar 11, 2012 6:46 am | Ontario, Peterborough
- MPconIts Saturday April 30th, 2011 and the Toronto Star is endorsing Jack Layton and the NDP. Its desperation time for the Liberal party as they conduct a 1pm. english training session on "robocalls". The Liberalist site contains a short cut direct sign-up and instructions on how to place the calls and the urgent message goes out to place these calls. We now know that Guelph MP Frank Valeriotte took direction from this session and placed a robocall breaking both elections law and CRTC regulation. He also used a spoofed number to intentionally disguise the caller identity, just to be sure that the call could not be traced back to him by Guelph voters. The Liberals have hid these truths while conducting a smear campaign that has undermined some Canadians faith in our democracy. What else do they know? How many of these calls were made? Who else did they pretend to be and why weren't they honest about it from the beginning?Mar 11, 2012 6:12 am | Ontario, Peterborough
- MPconFrank Valeriotte could have been open and transparent about his robocalls with Canadians but has instead concealed them; why? He has broken elections law by failing to tag these attack calls and it was no "oversight" as he claims. His campaign in fact went out of their way to mask the identity of the sender; again, why would he/they do this? More details to come. The Liberals need to come clean about their campaign of dirty tricks.Guelph robocall attacks Conservatives, but doesn't reveal who paid for it | Full Comment | National.
Mar 10, 2012 5:11 am | Ontario, Peterborough - MPconI understand that it is the duty of defence attorneys to defend their clients but I wonder if it was his 15 year old daughter would he classify these statuatory rapes as "minor" offences? I think most of my constituents would see two years for an admitted sexual predator that targeted these two young women as a light punishment.Mar 08, 2012 7:11 am | Ontario, Peterborough
- MPconThis is interestingMar 06, 2012 5:59 am | Ontario, Peterborough
- MPconThis just might be the most rational and sensible piece wriiten on this subject; its worth reading.Mar 05, 2012 8:59 pm | Ontario, Peterborough
- MPconThe rail update for the county will demonstrate that significant steps are being made in getting the project completed. I cant thank the volunteer board enough for their efforts in supporting this transformational project that is so critical to our entire region. One thing I can promise, the board wont need the county to work through road blocks with the federal government; I will make sure the promise is kept on our end.Mar 05, 2012 8:27 pm | Ontario, Peterborough
- MPconThe VIA rail derailment is such a sad tragedy and its extremely uncommon. Canada's engineers are among the very best in the world and those that lost their lives in this incident simply made what was an extremely rare mistake. I'm sure I speak for all Canadians when I say our hearts go out to the families of the VIA engineers that lost their lives.Mar 01, 2012 5:49 pm | Ontario, Peterborough
February
- MPconPremier Alison Redford can count on my full and unconditional support in working to promote Alberta's energy. The oil and gas industry is Ontario's second largest industry and its growing rapidly supporting jobs at plants like GE Large Motors in Peterborough. Premier McGuinty's comments yesterday should have been "yes we support you and we would like to be your partner and share in your success".Terence Corcoran: Ontario bashes Alberta oil sands to make play for federal cash | FP Comment | Fina
Feb 28, 2012 5:51 am | Ontario, Peterborough - MPconThe National Post concludes that Jason Kenney is "very likely" the best immigration minister that Canada has ever had, I agree 100%. He is also in my opinion one of the best ministers the country has ever had. http://fullcomment.nationalpost.com/2012/02/21/national-post-editorial-board-making-canadian-citizenship-matter/Feb 21, 2012 10:54 pm | Ontario, Peterborough
- MPconFeb 20, 2012 7:36 am | Ontario, Peterborough
- MPconIn his September 27th report on fiscal sustainability, PBO Kevin Page stated that "population ageing along with assumed growth in spending - adjusted for inflation and ageing - on health care and elderly benefits are projected to result in sizeable operating deficits over the long term" (p. 19). Now the PBO has apparently changed his mind...apparently Kevin Page has now gotten to the point where he disagrees with himself.Feb 15, 2012 6:55 pm | Ontario, Peterborough
- MPconIf you are looking for a great family event or two for the upcoming Family Day Weekend, might I suggest the Darling Insurance Hands-Up Hockey Challenge in Norwood on Feb 17 or the Telus Hands-Up Hockey Challenge in Peterborough on Feb 18 - both great family events in support of the United Way and the Good Samaritan Hands-Up Foundation.Feb 15, 2012 4:43 pm | Ontario, Peterborough
- MPconLarry Miller is a force within our caucus. A number of years ago following the retirement of Myron Thompson I coined him the conservative "keeper of the flame" because of his dedicated efforts on behalf of everyday Canadians. The attached article fairly describes Larry but fails to mention how respected he is by his elected colleagues. Larry is genuine, principled, humble and fearless. I'm proud to have Larry Miller on my team and honoured to be able to count him as a friend.Feb 09, 2012 3:07 pm | Ontario, Peterborough
- MPconThe way in which Caterpillar closed the EMD plant in London demonstrated no regard what so ever for the workers employed there or for the community. However, the comments made by Premier McGuinty that the Investment Canada Act played a role in allowing Caterpillar to purchase the former General Motors subsidiary are completely false. The purchase of EMD by Caterpillar was an American company buying an American company; Andrew Coyne accurately reflects this in the attached article. Canadian businesses, industry and municipalities are now free to choose if Catarpillar is a company that they want to support when they are pruchasing heavy equipment.Feb 07, 2012 12:27 pm | Ontario, Peterborough
January
- MPconGreat article on the federal funding for healthcare and the provinces' opportunity for reformsJan 24, 2012 6:30 am | Ontario, Peterborough
- MPconFinally, an article about the federal health transfer that correctly outlines the situation! The Canada Health Act and abiding by it is a condition of federal funding; nothing has changed in this regard. Can you imagine if Ontario had to deal with Chretien and Martin cuts given the large structural deficit that the province has created? Under Stephen Harper, federal tranfers to Ontario have increased by 80% in leas than 6 years and will continue to do so; this is the fairest federal government Ontarians have ever had.Jan 16, 2012 7:06 am | Ontario, Peterborough
- MPconSo, I am am the last person that would ever complain about investment in Peterborough and welcome this news. Lets be clear however that if the city is to compete for and attract significant conferences and experience the full economic benefit that they entail a new conference centre must be built downtown and should be on the water. The opportunity to do so clearly exists and I stand ready to support that effort.Jan 11, 2012 7:58 am | Ontario, Peterborough
- MPconCongratulations to the Layton family on the arrival of baby Solace!Jan 05, 2012 2:20 pm | Ontario, Peterborough
- MPconPeterborough's hospital CEO is set to make $392,000 this year including car benefit which is $85,000 more than the Prime Minister receives to oversee the country and $155,000 more than Finance Minister Jim Flaherty will receive. The story is not Ken Trembley's salary its that its only one example of bureaucratic executive compensation in Ontario. The Minister of Health in the Province of Ontario will earn roughly $165,000 this year, shouldn't that be the top salary for executives in health in this province?Jan 04, 2012 12:48 pm | Ontario, Peterborough
December
- MPconTo be clear, I had nothing to do with the Canadian Pacific add featuring GE locomotives and John Deere tractors promoting Canadian agriculture and the rural way of life that's airing during the WJHC. That said, what a great ad!! You have got to love an iconic Canadian company promoting Canada!!Dec 26, 2011 1:31 pm | Ontario, Peterborough
- MPconYesterday I had th opportunity to tour Minute Maid's Peterborough plant with plant manager Peter Jobe; what an impressive operation!! If you've drank Minute Maid juice from concentrate anywhere in North America then you've had a taste of what we do in Peterborough!Dec 20, 2011 10:35 am | Ontario, Peterborough
- MPconDec 16, 2011 11:47 am | Ontario, Peterborough
- MPconA Very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to all...Dec 16, 2011 9:17 am | Ontario, Peterborough
- MPconGo Leafs Go! What a great day for Leaf Nation and their long suffering fans.Dec 09, 2011 8:38 am | Ontario, Peterborough
- MPconToday in Washington the Prime Minister is once again demonstrating the kind of leadership on important matters that Canadians need and support. His clear and decisive leadership also continues to attract international attention such as the attached article.Dec 07, 2011 1:03 pm | Ontario, Peterborough
- MPconYesterday's AG report in Ontario was troubling in that excessive cost burden on individuals and businesses hurts our productivity, competitiveness and our opportunity for growth.Dec 06, 2011 7:35 am | Ontario, Peterborough
- MPconThe sign on the Ottawa bus promoting a local shopping centre reads "rekindle your love of the holidays". Who doesn't love holidays? They must mean Christmas...Dec 01, 2011 10:35 am | Ontario, Peterborough
November
- MPconAccording to this article, 60,000 industrial jobs and $60 billion worth of contracts are at stake for Ontario in the proposed Keystone XL pipeline project. It also confirms that Ontario stood to gain the most of any Canadian province other than Alberta.Nov 28, 2011 12:31 pm | Ontario, Peterborough
- MPconThe Federal Court of Appeal ruled appropriately yesterday in favor of the Information Commissioner with respect to the CBC challenge of her authority. The separate issue of better defining the necessary exemptions for CBC under access to information has always rested with parliament and will be the subject of the committee report.Nov 24, 2011 1:58 pm | Ontario, Peterborough
- MPconAccording to data just shared by Nick Nanos at the IRPP luncheon, 9 out of 10 Americans and 8 out of 10 Canadians support a more integrated shared energy strategy. That makes the Keystone pipeline project both an economic and political "no brainer".Nov 21, 2011 10:17 am | Ontario, Peterborough
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