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  Are you looking to connect with your peers, discuss the issues that matter most to you, and get more involved in your community? Submit your application to be a part of the Honourable Karina Gould’s Burlington Youth Council! Applications will be open from October 4th-October 18th at the link found here. All Burlington students […]

The Government of Canada supports community action to improve the health of Hamilton Harbour  Up to $425,000 to support The Royal Botanical Gardens’ Wetlands Rehabilitation Program and $154,000 to support the City of Burlington’s Grindstone Creek Erosion Control Planning.   News release From Office of Karina Gould, MP – Burlington  August, 12th, 2021 – Burlington, Ontario  The […]

Dear friends, As of today, over 78% of Halton residents age 12+ have received their first dose of the Covid-19 vaccine, and 33% are now fully immunized. All eligible residents can now book their second dose at www.halton.ca. We’ve reached important milestones in our community, let’s keep it up! As things are beginning to open up, […]

Collectively, we are in mourning, as a country. With the heartbreaking and shameful realities of the Residential School System coming to light over the past month, many in our community are asking themselves what to do this Canada Day. It certainly doesn’t feel like a time of celebration. Sadly, the news of the “discoveries” of […]

Read my statement on the LGBTQ2+ discrimination and harassment in Burlington. These acts of hatred are unacceptable. #LoveisLove #FlyTheFlag #Pride   Statement on Anti-LGBTQ2+ Discrimination in Burlington, ON – June 4, 2021   Last night, I was made aware of instances of discrimination and hatred in Burlington towards the LGBTQ2+ community. This week there have […]

Dear Friends,  While the COVID-19 pandemic has been difficult for all of us, it has highlighted barriers that many individuals and sectors face disproportionately.  This month, I hosted roundtables to discuss issues facing seniors and individuals living with disabilities.  I heard from service providers and community advocates on how to continue building a community that is […]

Dear Friends,  As many of you know, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance the Honourable Chrystia Freeland introduced Budget 2021 on April 19th. The Budget confirms the federal government’s commitment to support Canadians now and into the future. Over the last week, I have heard from people in Burlington, and across the country, what this […]

This April, we recognized the amazing volunteers in Burlington who have selflessly given their time and efforts to support those who need it most. Thank you to the over 30 organizations in Burlington who joined me in celebrating volunteers in our community on April 27th at my Volunteer Appreciation Event. This year especially has been incredibly […]

Dear Friends,    On April 19th, the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, the Honourable Chrystia Freeland presented Budget 2021, highlighting the federal government’s plans to invest in Canadians and our economy as we continue the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic.  This is a recovery plan for job creation, growth, and resilience. Whether it […]

Hi Burlington,  Please see the link here for a helpful fact sheet compiling information from the Government of Canada, the Province of Ontario, and Halton Region.  Stay safe!