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Dear friends, On Friday, the Canada Job report was published for the month of April. These numbers tell us what we already know, Canadians are hurting as a result of this pandemic. Everyone has their own story and experience through this situation but as Canadians we are not alone as the world faces COVID-19. Friends, […]

Dear Friends, On Wednesday, a Royal Canadian Navy helicopter on a NATO mission, carrying six members of the Canadian Armed Forces went down with all hands in the Ionian Sea off the coast of Greece. The helicopter was flying from the Canadian naval frigate HMCS Fredericton as part of Operation Reassurance. All of those on […]

Dear friends, April 24th marked the beginning of Ramadan.  I would like to take this opportunity to wish everyone observing a blessed and peaceful Ramadan. I know this year will be difficult and instead of going to the Mosque or having large iftars with family and friends, the holiday will be different as we continue […]

Dear friends, Thank you for continuing to take COVID-19 seriously. I know that physical distancing is difficult, especially during the holidays that have recently passed, but the more sacrifices we make now, the earlier we will be able to begin to resume a normal lifestyle.  As we navigate these challenging times, we are all going […]

Dear Friends, I know this past weekend has been difficult. One where you would normally have gathered with friends and family to celebrate Passover, Easter, or Vaisakhi. Usually at this time you might have attended church or temple, or volunteered with a local community organization but this year, we have had to adapt. Just because […]

Dear Friends, Thank you to everyone in our community who is doing their part to stop the spread of COVID-19 and to those who are doing their part to keep us safe, and supplied.  I know the last few weeks have been difficult, adjusting to new circumstances and ensuring that your family and your loved […]

These are unprecedented times we are living in. Know that the Government of Canada has your back. Protecting the health and safety of Canadians, jobs and our economy is the top priority of the Government of Canada. No Canadian should have to choose between protecting their health, putting food on the table, paying for their […]

Dear Friends, I know the past few weeks have been really tough. You’ve been worried about what COVID-19 means for you, your family, your job, your business, and your future. These are uncertain times but my message to you is: the Government of Canada is here for you.  To further protect the health and safety […]

Dear Friends, As I have often said, Burlington is a caring and compassionate community and that has not changed through the ongoing COVID-19 situation. Many people have contacted my office and shared heartwarming stories on how they helped their elderly neighbours pick up groceries or sharing essentials with a casual delivery to a friend’s door […]

I understand these are worrying times. I want to assure you that the time to act and stop the spread of COVID-19 is now. It is up to us. We have the opportunity to stem the spread of COVID-19 by practicing physical distancing and staying home, especially if we’re feeling unwell. The measures the government […]