News & Community Updates
A heartfelt thanks to all of our first responders
I would like to give my heartfelt thanks to the teams from the Ottawa Paramedic Service, Ottawa Fire Services and Ottawa Police Services who responded to the 911 call that ultimately saved my life in 2013.
Premier Ford’s luxury private business jet
On Tuesday morning, the Premier wasn’t in the Legislature, so MPP Blais asked the President of the Treasury Board how often she has authorized the Premier to fly private, why she authorized the purchase of a luxury business jet and if she signed off on the Premier flying private to Ottawa for a photo-op.
Ontario Big City Mayors’
MPP Stephen Blais, Orléans & Mayor Marianne Meed Ward from Burlington at the Queen’s Park Ontario Big City Mayors’ reception.
Upload of Highway 174 and LRT: we need more than photo-ops
We need more than photo-ops and old announcements, The upload of Ottawa’s LRT was promised last year and the upload of Highway 174 was promised two years ago. Zero progress has been made on both…
Grade 7 & 8 students - become a Legislative Page at Queen’s Park!
Legislative page applications for this upcoming fall term are now open. I encourage you to pass this along if you know a Grade 7 or Grade 8 student from Orléans who might be interested in this incredible opportunity.
Talented young public speakers
MPP Blais was honoured to attend the Public Speaking Competition at Chapel Hill Catholic School last Friday and participate as a judge.
Ford Government loses 150 inmates
The Ford government says that it is tough on crime, but according to public reporting this week, Ontario has improperly released at least 118 inmates between 2021 and 2024, with another 39 mistakenly released in just the first nine months of 2025. How does that even happen?
Calling for Real Solutions in Ontario Classrooms
During Second Reading debate on Bill 101, MPP Stephen Blais, Orléans welcomed parts of the government’s intent, but challenged the bill for falling short of delivering meaningful improvements for students, teachers, and families.
Screens & Text books in schools
I've heard it from parents and teachers and I've experienced it myself as a Dad. It's time to reduce the screens in our classrooms, get back to textbooks & paper and get our kids back to a system of learning that was proven to work.
📢 Francophone Community Grants Open until Apr 23
Non-profit organizations, social entreprises and businesses can apply through two funding streams: community and culture (up to 80% of the project will be covered) and economic development (up to 50% of the project will be covered).
Orléans still waiting for Highway 174 upload 2 years later
When the Premier came to Ottawa two years ago, he made a clear promise to the residents of Orléans: the province would upload Highway 174. People believed him, including the Mayor and Councillors. Two years later, nothing has happened.
Speaking to Ontario’s infrastructure leaders 🏗️
MPP Blais had the opportunity to address a room filled with infrastructure leaders across Ontario, including Angeline from All Pro Electrical in Ottawa.
Fix OSAP ASAP - Bringing the voices of Orléans students to Queen’s Park
Last week, MPP Blais held a virtual town hall with high school students across Orléans on the Ford government’s decision to drastically reduce OSAP supports, pushing more and more students into a greater debt burden. We are calling on the government to fix OSAP ASAP and ensure that students across the province can study and start their lives without a mountain of debt.
Calling on the Premier to put money behind solving the crises facing boys and young men
The Legislature is finally back in session after the Ford government decided to give themselves a 102 day break from all real accountability. MPP Blais used the Leader’s leadoff questions to raise a concern that he’s been talking about a lot lately: the crises facing boys and young men.
Getting tough on drinking and driving
I’ve said this before and I’ll say it again: we need to have tougher penalties for people who drink and get behind the wheel. Full stop.
Special Education Funding is Broken
MPP Blais provided notice of dissatisfaction to his question about Special Education funding in December and had the opportunity to debate it now that the Legislature has finally resumed after a prolonged winter break because families across Ontario still aren’t getting the support they need. If the system only works when a story goes viral, then the system is not working.
“Waves of Change” Movement for Obesity Awareness
Vicki-Anne Rodigue, I want to thank you for your dedication and courage in raising awareness and reminding our community that dignity and respect must be at the centre of every health conversation. Your determination, strength, and leadership are truly inspiring.
Eye Care Access in Orléans
MPP Stephen Blais Meets with Optometrists to Discuss Expanding Eye Care Access in Orléans…