“Millions of people of Irish descent all around the world celebrate Saint Patrick’s Day.“The Irish played an important role in our pre-Confederation history, going back as early as the 1600s. Individuals like Father of Confederation Thomas D’Arcy McGee had a great impact on our democracy and the early development of Canada. “During the Irish potato […]
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NORTH BAY – Today, Ontario PC Finance Critic and Nipissing MPP Vic Fedeli blasted the Wynne Liberals’ new hydro scheme for ignoring the needs of hospitals, saying that hospitals across the province will be forced to cut jobs to pay for increasing hydro bills. “The Wynne Liberals have created a hydro crisis in Ontario where […]
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(Manotick)- Nepean-Carleton MPP Lisa MacLeod was in Manotick today at SUNTECH Greenhouses with owner Bob Mitchell to highlight the challenges the Ontario Liberal Government’s energy policy have placed on local agri-food producers. SUNTECH is best known for greenhouse tomatoes which are regularly referred to as the “little miracles from Manotick.” “Between the Liberals’ Green […]
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“The second Monday in March of every year marks Commonwealth Day—a celebration of our history as a proud member of the Commonwealth of Nations. “Some 52 countries throughout the world belong to this body. Canada proudly embraces our roots with other members of the Commonwealth family. “Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, Canada’s head of […]
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“Canadians of Hindu ancestry gather to celebrate Holi—the “festival of colours” and the “festival of love.” “This holiday dates back millennia and is a celebration of the coming of spring and the triumph of good over evil. One of the most enjoyable features of the festivities include spraying family and friends with brightly coloured water […]
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“Today marks four years since Jorge Mario Cardinal Bergoglio of Argentina was elected Pope of the Roman Catholic Church. “Like his predecessors, Pope Francis has been a strong voice for the poor and destitute. His message of showing compassion and helping one’s neighbours continues to resonate in Ontario and across the world. “He has […]
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“Today we mark International Women’s Day, which gives us an opportunity to reflect on the past, present and future of women in our province. This year’s theme for International Women’s Day is women in the changing world of work. “At the time of the first International Women’s Day 109 years ago, the world of work […]
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“Today we mark International Women’s Day, which gives us an opportunity to reflect on the past, present and future of women in our province. This year’s theme for International Women’s Day is women in the changing world of work. “At the time of the first International Women’s Day 109 years ago, the world of […]
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The following is a statement from Ontario PC Leader Patrick Brown on the nomination of Sam Oosterhoff as the Ontario PC candidate for Niagara West: “I congratulate Sam on his nomination as the Ontario PC candidate for Niagara West. “Since his by-election victory in November,Sam Oosterhoff has been strong voice for this community at […]
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QUEEN’S PARK – Today, Ontario PC Leader Patrick Brown called on the Liberal Government to immediately issue a moratorium on school closures and an immediate review of the flawed Pupil Accommodation Review Guideline that determines school closures. “School closures have a devastating impact on our communities,” said Brown. “And for students it can mean more […]
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