News & Community Updates
In-Person Return to School Delayed
As part of the province’s response to the Omicron variant, starting January 5, students will move to remote learning for 2 weeks….
New Province-Wide COVID-19 Measures
The Ontario government is moving the province into Step Two of its Roadmap to Reopen with modifications that take into account the…
All Ontarians 18+ Eligible for COVID-19 Booster Appointments at Three-Month Interval
To protect Ontario’s progress in the fight against COVID-19 and safeguard the province’s hospitals and intensive care units (ICUs) in…
Letter to Premier on Omicron
COVID-19 cases in Ontario are exponentially growing and our province is being dominated by the Omicron variant. This is why…
We Need Booster Shot Clinics in Orléans
On December 13, 2021, Stephen wrote to Ottawa’s Medical Officer of Health urgently requesting she ensure that booster shot capacity in…
Booster Shots Expanding to Ontarians 18+
The Ontario government, in consultation with the Chief Medical Officer of Health, is taking action to further encourage vaccination and…
Christmas Break at the Legislature 🎄
Christmas break has now begun at the Ontario Legislature! It is an absolute honour to represent the residents of Orléans…
Special statement from Dr. Vera Etches
Hello. Bonjour. Kwey. Current monitoring indicators show a consistent and significant increase in the number of people testing positive for…
Delay lifting COVID restrictions
The province is adjusting its COVID-19 response that will strengthen the province’s proof of vaccination requirements and enhance public health…
Last Legislative Week of 2021
This Thursday December 9th will mark the end of the Ontario Legislature’s Fall Session. The Legislature will resume on February 22, 2022. …
The New Horizons for Seniors Program
The Government of Canada launched the New Horizons for Seniors Program (NHSP) 2021-2022 call for proposals for community-based projects. The deadline to submit applications is December…
The Cumberland Museum Vintage Village of Lights
Cumberland Heritage Village Museum provides an immersive and educational experience that showcases life in the 1920s and 30s with dozens…
How Did the Government Lose $200 Million?
Last week Ontario’s Auditor General released her annual report. Amongst her many observations, the AG found serious issues and misappropriation…
COVID-19 Vaccines Authorized for Children
On Friday, Health Canada authorized the use of the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine for children 5-11 years of age. This is…
Ontario Expanding Booster Eligibility to More Ontarians
Eligibility Will Expand Gradually Based on Age and Risk to Provide Extra Layer of Protection Against the Delta Variant The…