News & Community Updates
Where is the Funding for MIFO?
Stephen asks the Minister of Francophone Affairs if the Ontario government will provide the necessary investments in Budget 2023 to…
Fighting For Fairness After the Storm
Last spring a violent derecho caused massive destruction across Ontario including here in Orléans and rural east Ottawa. With winds…
Legislature set to return Tuesday
The Legislature is set to return on Tuesday, February 21. During the break in the sitting of the Legislature, Stephen…
Government Housing Bill Fails to Build Livable Communities
The Ontario Liberal Caucus is urging the government to fix their new housing bill by adopting amendments that would build livable communities, not just houses.
“We are…
Re-introduction of Private Members Bill
Stephen introduces Bill 5, 2023: Stopping Harassment and Abuse by Local Leaders Act in the Legislature.
Stephen answers questions from the Queen's Park media on the return of the Legislature
Stephen takes questions from the Queen's Park press gallery on the return of the Legislature and the re-introduction of his private members bill.
Legislature set to return on August 8
The Legislative Assembly of Ontario is returning for a summer sitting on August 8. This will give the Ontario government an opportunity to table and pass their budget, and lay out its priorities through the Speech From the Throne.This will be the first Session for many members who were elected for the first time on June 2.
End of the Legislative Session
Following the presentation of the 2022 Budget, the Government of Ontario has adjourned the Ontario Legislature until Monday, September 12, 2022.It has been the privilege of a lifetime to represent you as the Member of Provincial Parliament for Orléans during the 42nd session of Parliament.
Ontario Government Adjourns Legislature
With already very little time left in this legislative session, the government of Ontario has adjourned the Legislative Assembly of Ontario until Thursday, April 28, 2022.
Defending Franco-Ontarian Culture and Heritage
Stephen pledges to always defend franco-ontarian heritage and culture.
Let's Support our Public Schools 👩🏫👨🏫📚
Stephen asks the government why they are prioritizing Private Schools over Publicly funded schools for access to rapid tests.
Protect Women from Harassment
Stephen asks the government if they will support his PMB, Bill 10, and ensure that it receives a vote before the upcoming election.
The Rising Cost of Living
Stephen discusses the rising cost of living, the lack of action from the government, and the need for a plan to support families, seniors and those who are struggling.
The City of Barrie Endorses Stephen's Private Members Bill
The City Council in Barrie endorsed Bill 10, 2022, Stopping Harassment and Abuse by Local Leaders Act. “It’s important that we…
Implementing a Consumer Watchdog
Stephen debates Bill 77, a private member’s bill to create a consumer watchdog in Ontario….
Blais' Bill to Stop Harassment and Abuse by Local Leaders Passes Vote at Second Reading
— Bill 10, 2022, Stopping Harassment and Abuse by Local Leaders Act, moves one step closer towards becoming law — Stephen Blais,…
Stopping Harassment and Abuse by Municipal Politicians Bill finally reaches the floor for debate
— Blais urges all MPPs to vote in favour of Bill 10 , 2022, to hold municipal leaders accountable — “Surely everyone…
Stephen's First Private Members Bill
Stephen called on the government to support his Private Members Bill, Bill 10, 2022: Stopping Harassment and Abuse by Local Leaders Act, 2021.
International Women's Day
Stephen helps celebrate International Women's Day by congratulating the Cumberland Panthers Football Club for receiving a grant from NFL Canada for the creation of the first independent youth girls tackle football program in Ontario.
Ottawa Needs Ontario's Support After Occupation
After pressure from Stephen and others, the Government announces support for Ottawa The Ontario government is providing up to $11.5…