September 2026 News

A beautiful day to be out in the community! | Sep 29, 2026

Enjoyed a delicious lunch supporting the Royal Canadian Legion Fort Malden Branch 157.

Page Program! | Sep 29, 2026

Applications are now open for the 2027–2028 House of Commons Page Program! Each year, 40 bilingual students from across Canada have the opportunity to work in the House of Commons while completing their first year of post-secondary studies in the nation’s capital.

It’s a unique chance to experience Parliament firsthand, build valuable skills, and be part of Canada’s parliamentary traditions.

Apply here by November 8, 2026.

Do you think they are struggling right now and need a break on costs? | Sep 28, 2026

New CFIB research shows that 22% of small businesses describe their current condition as weak or critical, with high costs, taxes and red tape among the biggest concerns. Small businesses are a big part of our communities and local economy.

We will remember them | Sep 27, 2026

We honour the police and peace officers who gave their lives in service to Canada and to the safety of our communities.

We remember their courage, their sacrifice, and the families, friends, and colleagues who carry their loss every day.

To all who serve and protect, thank you for your commitment, professionalism, and dedication to keeping our communities safe.

Ruthven Apple Festival | Sep 26, 2026

Always a joy to attend the Ruthven Apple Festival. Celebrating Community Living Essex County.

Thank you to the organizers, vendors, volunteers and Colasanti’s Tropical Gardens for your continued commitment to our community. The Ruthven Apple Festival is the place to be this weekend! Open from 9-5 today and tomorrow at Colasanti’s!

My Summer 2026 Community Newsletter is now available. | Sep 25, 2026

Inside, you’ll find an update on the work I’ve been doing this summer, the local events and community visits I’ve attended, and the issues I’ll continue bringing forward on behalf of the people of Essex. If you did not receive it and would like to stay updated, you can subscribe here.

As always, thank you for staying connected and for sharing the issues that matter to you, your family, and our community

Seniors in Essex are being forced to make impossible choices | Sep 23, 2026

They deserve better.

Our Conservative plan is to save Canadians money, so seniors can keep more of their money and enjoy the retirement they earned.

Watch here.

A great day for a BBQ! | Sep 23, 2026

They served some tasty Canadian beef, raised by producers across the country at Canadian Cattle Association’s Annual BBQ on the Hill!

Thanks Canadian Cattle Association for hosting & your advocacy for Canadian beef producers!

Singing O Canada | Sep 23, 2026

Starting the Parliamentary Day, each Wednesday, with our national anthem. This was the first of this fall session.

Hearing a colleague lead all Parliamentarians as they raise their voices in an acapella, O Canada, is moving. I am proud to be Canadian and honoured to represent the people of Essex in this House.

First meeting of the fall session was today! | Sep 21, 2026

From Lake Erie to communities across Canada, the Great Lakes are our country’s greatest assets.

Proud to announce I am a member on Fisheries and Oceans Committee where I will be prioritizing protecting the Great Lakes — which means protecting jobs, protecting our fisheries and freshwater for generations to come.

Plane ride chat | Sep 20, 2026

It was so amazing to sit next to Isabel, wife of former NHL Dallas Star Francis Wathier. Their son Sam is now playing for the Spitfires on defense #98

What a fantastic conversation with a great person! Thank you Isabel (and your lovely mama) for a great flight to Ottawa on Porter Airlines.

Federal Services | Sep 16, 2026

Many federal government services begin with the right contact information. For general Government of Canada enquiries, residents can call 1-800-O-CANADA for help finding information about federal programs, services, departments, and supports.

Whether you are looking for direction on benefits, passports, pensions, taxes, immigration, veterans services, or other federal matters, this line can help point you in the right direction.

My office is also available to assist constituents in Essex with federal government matters

Chili Cook-off | Sep 13, 2026

Enjoying the Cottam Rotary Fall Fair’s Chili Cook-off in the Gosfield Communications Community Centre at Ridgewell Park!

Come on out and enjoy the Fair! Pop by and try some fabulous chili and vote for your favourite! We’re here until we sell out!

We remember | Sep 11, 2026

Today we pause to remember the lives lost on September 11, 2001, including 24 Canadians, and the families who still carry that grief. We also remember how Canadians responded. When U.S. airspace closed, Canada welcomed 224 diverted flights and more than 33,000 passengers into our airports, communities, and homes. In the years that followed, more than 40,000 Canadians served in Afghanistan alongside our allies. On this anniversary, we honour the victims, the first responders, our men and women in uniform, and the Canadians who showed compassion, courage, and friendship in a moment of great darkness.

Truly an honour. | Sep 10, 2026

I was pleased to attend the Kingsville Fire Department’s 2025 Recruit Class Badge Pinning Ceremony and to celebrate the new recruits. Your commitment and service to community is appreciated and celebrated. It certainly doesn’t go unrecognized.

I am thankful to have served with my brothers and sisters of KFD.

Thank you Chief for your time | Sep 10, 2026

Great to catch up with Fire Chief Mio in Amherstburg covering a wide variety of topics for the safety of the people of Amherstburg.

Have a great school year! | Sep 8, 2026

Wishing all students, parents, teachers, school staff, and bus drivers across Essex a safe and successful first day back to school. As students return to classrooms, please take a little extra care on the roads. Watch for school buses, slow down in school zones, and keep an eye out for children walking or biking to school.

Thank you to everyone who helps make the school year safe, welcoming, and positive for our young people.