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libI want to thank everyone who came out to this on Tuesday and made this town hall another great success!Fri 7:30 am | Ontario, Guelph- libHappy Mother's Day!May 12, 2013 8:30 am | Ontario, Guelph
- libIt's Hunger Awareness Week, so my staff and I are joining hundreds across Parliament Hill to raise awareness with Food Banks Canada. It's important to remember that hundreds of thousands of Canadians rely on Food Banks because not having access to food is their daily reality.May 08, 2013 6:56 am | Ontario, Guelph
April
- libPolitics can be mean and cynical, or they can be hopeful and constructive. Watch and get to know my friend and leader Justin TrudeauApr 24, 2013 1:38 pm | Ontario, Guelph
- libIt wasn't even Justin's first full day on the job before the Conservatives were at it again, but like he said: "You just have to laugh". Help us fight back in a positive way!Apr 16, 2013 10:32 am | Ontario, Guelph
- libThe news and images from Boston are horrific. Canadians in Boston who require emergency assistance can reach the Consulate General at (617) 247-5100. Additionally, you can call 1-800-387-3124 for more information or email sos@international.gc.caApr 15, 2013 1:11 pm | Ontario, Guelph
- libSoup's on at 'Souperlicious' in support of Lakeside Hope House!Apr 10, 2013 8:34 am | Ontario, Guelph
- libToday, farmers and Canadians from across the country are holding a day of action to stop genetically modified alfalfa. Here is my statement and my motion calling for a moratorium on Roundup Ready alfalfa.Apr 09, 2013 10:45 am | Ontario, Guelph
- libApr 02, 2013 10:02 am | Ontario, Guelph
March
- libIf you have a chance this weekend, swing by the The Joint Cafe and check out the Bracelet of Hope Mural of Hope. Maddy Arbour is doing a great job so far!Mar 28, 2013 10:58 am | Ontario, Guelph
- libYesterday I rose in the House to pay tribute to fallen Guelph Police Service Constable Jennifer Kovach. Touchingly, MPs from all parties rose at the end of Question Period to observe a moment of silence in her honour.Mar 19, 2013 9:30 am | Ontario, Guelph
- libIt is with a great sadness and incredible feeling of loss that I learned of Guelph Police Service Constable Jennifer Kovach’s death while on-duty this morning. Bravely, she put her life on the line every day and tragically she was taken from us all too soon. During this difficult time, my heart, prayers and condolences go out to her family and to the men and women of the Guelph Police ServiceMar 14, 2013 7:43 am | Ontario, Guelph
- libToday is International Women's Day. Let's recognize our wives, sisters, daughters, mothers and all the other strong women we have in our lives and remember that we have to work harder to ensure gender equality for all women - here in Canada and across the world.Mar 08, 2013 7:35 am | Ontario, Guelph
February
- libAdapted from my remarks last week on C-400, an editorial in today's Mercury calling for a Canadian national housing strategy.Feb 21, 2013 8:37 am | Ontario, Guelph
- libCanada and particularly Canadian farmers lost a giant today with the passing of Eugene Whelan. Farmer, MP, Agriculture Minister and Senator, Gene spent his whole life in the service of his community and country. I will miss his valuable advice and my heart goes out to his family.Feb 20, 2013 10:23 am | Ontario, Guelph
January
- libI wrote the Minister of Industry last week and asked that he not allow the installation of a Rogers Telecommunication tower at 987 Gordon.Jan 10, 2013 6:27 am | Ontario, Guelph
- libMy daughter and I visited protestors in Sarnia last week to listen to their concerns. It was an important and powerful experience for both of us.Jan 03, 2013 7:34 am | Ontario, Guelph
December
- libFrom my family to yours, Merry Christmas. I'll see you in the new year!Dec 21, 2012 7:42 am | Ontario, Guelph
- libFrom yesterday's Guelph Mercury - While we gather and share meals with family and friends over the next few weeks, it is important to remember that not everyone will be so fortunate this holiday season.Dec 19, 2012 6:41 am | Ontario, Guelph
- libThis government thinks it can put a price tag on democracy and transparency just so it does not have to answer necessary questions - I won't stand for it.Dec 18, 2012 6:39 am | Ontario, Guelph
- libToday is the 23rd anniversary of the senseless and tragic murder of 14 women at Ecole Polytechnique. We must commit, today and every day, that our sisters, daughters , wives and mothers will never live in fear for their lives or their safetyDec 06, 2012 8:05 am | Ontario, Guelph
November
- libThis Veterans' Week, the government must act immediately and establish an Independent Task Force to review the Last Post Fund. Our veterans sacrificed so much for us - we must stand with them and their families who are seeking funds to help cover funeral costsNov 05, 2012 2:51 pm | Ontario, Guelph
October
- libWearing red laces in support of Special Olympics Canada on #BeAFan Day. Thanks to the Canadian Association of Chiefs of Police for their championship of this important intiative!Oct 25, 2012 8:46 am | Ontario, Guelph
- libSaddened to learn of Lincoln Alexander's passing. He was a statesman and a leader, especially when it came to his beloved University of Guelph where he was Chancellor from 1991-2007. His impact on our community, on Hamilton and across Ontario will live on.Oct 19, 2012 8:30 am | Ontario, Guelph
- libToday I brought a motion to study what went wrong that lead to one of the largest recalls in our history due to meat contaminated with E. coliOct 02, 2012 9:47 am | Ontario, Guelph
September
- libI had an opportunity to tour the NRC Biofuel Test Facility yesterday. This renewable source will help farmers, rural economies, our aeronautics industry and importantly, our environmentSep 21, 2012 7:55 am | Ontario, Guelph
August
- libA month ago, we called on the federal government to act and support farmers suffering through a once-in-generation drought. I'm glad to see they have implemented one of our recommendations and will offer livestock tax reliefAug 29, 2012 8:08 am | Ontario, Guelph
- libMy statement on today's CRTC findings:Aug 24, 2012 9:24 am | Ontario, Guelph
- libFrom The Hill Times - Canadian farmers are facing uncertainty and instability in the face of this terrible, once-in-a-generation drought. They need their federal governement to act now and activate disaster assistance programsRitz should not wait 45 days, must offer Ontario farmers unequivocal sign of support now, ‘don’t bai
Aug 01, 2012 8:33 am | Ontario, Guelph
July
- libWaiting to act will be catastrophic for farmers suffering from once in a generation drought and other severe weather. The federal government can, and must act now to help Canadian farmers.Jul 24, 2012 6:43 am | Ontario, Guelph
- libWith Olympic fever kicking off -I am very proud to hear Guelph's own Jeff Tromp and Dan Jamieson will be competing at the Special Olympics World Winter Games next January in PyeongChang, South Korea. Visit their profiles http://teamcanada2013.ca/?athlete=jeff-tromp and http://teamcanada2013.ca/?athlete=dan-jamieson and give them your support!Jul 17, 2012 7:30 am | Ontario, Guelph
May
- libThe Special Rapporteur for the Right to Food concluded 10 days of investigating food insecurity in Canada and found shocking results as 2-3 million Canadians are food insecure.May 16, 2012 4:56 pm | Ontario, Guelph
- libMay 7-11 is Hunger Awareness Week. Along with staff and other Members of Parliament I will be fasting all day tomorrow to raise awarenss. Take a look at the site and see what you can do to help.May 08, 2012 2:17 pm | Ontario, Guelph
- libI met today with representatives from Food Secure Canada and with the United Nations Special Rapporteur for the Right to Food. The Special Rapporteur's visit is unprecedented as Canada is the first developed nation he's had to visit, but it is really no surprise when you realise that approximately 2 million Canadians are food insecure and we still do not have a National Food Policy.May 07, 2012 2:11 pm | Ontario, Guelph
April
- libFood safety is vital to Canadian families. We deserve better than a warning to eat at our own risk.Canadians Endangered by Conservative Plan to Reduce Food Safety Oversight at Canadian Food Inspectio
Apr 24, 2012 12:16 pm | Ontario, Guelph - libThe streets are safe thanks to MP Frank Valeriote and Ward 4 Councillor Cam GuthrieApr 18, 2012 4:56 pm | Ontario, Guelph
- libDuring time for Statements by Members today, my colleague Roger Cuzner celebrated Justin Trudeau's boxing victory over Conservative Senator Patrick Brazeau during the Fight for the Cure with a poem!Apr 02, 2012 2:13 pm | Ontario, Guelph
March
- libI was pleased to come into the office this morning and waiting for me was an award of recognition from the Canadian Association of Fire Chiefs as a "Friend of Volunteer Firefighters". I am honoured by the recognition and steadfast in my support of volunteer firefighters, who give so much to our communityMar 27, 2012 8:06 am | Ontario, Guelph
- libI was pleased to come into the office this morning and waiting for me was an award of recognition from the Canadian Association of Fire Chiefs as a "Friend of Volunteer Firefighters". I am honoured by the recognition and steadfast in my support of volunteer firefighters, who give so much to our communityMar 27, 2012 8:06 am | Ontario, Guelph
- libHappy International Women's Day. We've certainly come a long way, both in Guelph and across Canada; however, there is still much more work to be done for women across the world and, fittingly, rural women who are celebrated in particular this year.Mar 08, 2012 1:25 pm | Ontario, Guelph
- libMany residents of Guelph have already called my office or spoken with Elections Canada regarding the fraudlent and misleading calls that went out on May 2nd. If you recieved a call and have not spoken to Elections Canada, or know someone who has - you can follow this link to file a complaint with Elections Canada.Mar 02, 2012 1:25 pm | Ontario, Guelph
February
- libThe Conservatives have manufactured a problem that does not exist. Police have tools within the Criminal Code allowing them to track predators and child pornographers. Seems the Conservatives are only concerned about privacy when it involves having a long-gun or counting the numbers of bathrooms in their houses.Feb 17, 2012 10:48 am | Ontario, Guelph
- libHappy National Flag Day!Feb 15, 2012 6:13 am | Ontario, Guelph
- libIn Guelph, in 2005, Stephen Harper accused the Liberal Party of lying and promised not to tax income trusts and promised to protect public pension programs. In 2006, Conservatives taxed income trusts and now they are coming after seniors retirement benefits. He owes Canadians an apology for not being honest about his agenda for seniors.Feb 10, 2012 8:15 am | Ontario, Guelph
- libAbsolutely shameful and dishonest that the PM would promise to preserve the OAS and then when he thinks no one is paying attention - pull the safety net out from under vulnerable senior citizensFeb 10, 2012 6:48 am | Ontario, Guelph
- libFeb 01, 2012 12:46 pm | Ontario, Guelph
- libBy the time they reach retirement age, Canadian seniors have contributed so much to our country. We cannot let the Conservatives take away the benefits that assist Canadian seniors in their retirement - please sign the petition and tell the Prime Minister and his government that you support Canadian seniors.Feb 01, 2012 8:16 am | Ontario, Guelph
January
- libGoing to OYL - Ontario Young Liberals at Ontario Model Parliament at University of Toronto? On Saturday, our MP Frank Valeriote is the special guest for this great day of policy!Jan 30, 2012 7:35 pm | Ontario, Guelph
- libThank you to everyone who voted for me to be interviewed by #FAQMP! You can send in the questions you want asked here: http://faqmp.ichannel.ca/upload/?mp=FrankValeriote, until February 2nd.Jan 24, 2012 10:05 am | Ontario, Guelph
- libThank you to everyone who has voted so far at http://faqmp.ichannel.ca to see me interviewed! Keep voting until noon today!Jan 24, 2012 6:29 am | Ontario, Guelph
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