Canada Day was unfortunately cut short for many families across Ottawa after record-breaking rainfall caused widespread flooding and damage…Almost THREE weeks after the storm, the Ford government has finally confirmed that the DRAO program will be activated in certain parts of the city.

My family’s thoughts and prayers are with everyone affected by the flooding. While Orléans was fortunate to avoid the worst of the storm, many families across Ottawa are now facing the emotional and financial challenges of rebuilding their lives.

Last spring a violent derecho caused massive destruction across Ontario including here in Orléans and rural east Ottawa. With winds…