Oakville North-Burlington Newsletter July 11, 2025
July 11, 2025
Ontario Premier Doug Ford and Alberta Premier Danielle Smith have signed two MOUs to build pipelines, rail lines, and infrastructure connecting Ontario’s critical minerals and Western Canada’s oil and gas to global markets. The goal is to reduce U.S. dependence and support Canadian workers, businesses, and communities.
Pipelines built with Ontario steel will link Alberta’s energy to southern Ontario refineries. Rail lines will connect the Ring of Fire to western ports and a planned James Bay deep-sea port—establishing a complete critical minerals supply chain and boosting exports.
“In the face of U.S. tariffs and economic uncertainty, we’re building a stronger, more self-reliant Ontario and Canada,” —MPP Effie Triantafilopoulos
Minister of Education Visited Burlington to See Summer Learning in Action
It was a pleasure to join Ontario’s Minister of Education Paul Calandra in Burlington to visit with students participating in summer programs at Alexander’s Public School and John William Boich Public School.
These programs support student wellness, literacy, and numeracy through hands-on learning, mental health education, and engaging classroom environments. Minister Calandra was on the “hot” seat, peppered with tough questions by the enthusiastic students.
Thank you to the dedicated teachers, principals, and Halton District School Board staff for supporting student success all year long — and even through the summer.
Team Effie At the Doors Listening to Our Community
Team Effie was once again out in our community, knocking on doors, meeting with constituents, and listening to their concerns. It was a pleasure to speak to residents and hear directly about their concerns. As always, I am committed to bringing your voices forward and delivering your concerns to our government. Together, we are working hard to build a stronger Ontario and make it the best place to live, work, and raise a family.
Connected with PEO-Oakville Chapter to Discuss the Future of Engineering in Ontario
It was great to welcome Chair Mazen Abuomar, Jeffrey Lee, and Sam Inchasi of the PEO-Oakville Chapter to our community office. The PEO regulates the profession and protects the public including facilitating professional development opportunities to build a better Ontario. Thank you for providing an update on your latest developmen
Oakville Marked Egyptian Heritage Month with a Flag Raising Ceremony
It was an honour to join the Egyptian community at Oakville Town Hall for a flag raising ceremony in celebration of Egyptian Heritage Month in Ontario.
July is the month designated in Ontario to celebrate a rich heritage of over 7,000 years- maked by innovation, resilience and community.
Thank you to the Canadian Underserved Diversity Centre for organizing this meaningful event and bringing us together in recognition of the remarkable contributions that Egyptian Canadians continue to make in Oakville and across our province.
How Ontario Government Support is Fueling Small Business Growth
It was pleasure to meet Sanathan to congratulate him for receiving a RAISE grant from the Ministry of Citizenship and Multiculturalism for his small business, the Red Cap Hot Sauce Co. The grant helped his business to expand its retail presence and included training and mentorship. This is a great example of how our government initiatives can truly make a positive impact on local businesses. Wishing Sanathan continued success!.
Ontario and Alberta Working Together to Build New Energy and Trade Infrastructure
Ontario Premier Doug Ford and Alberta Premier Danielle Smith signed two Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) to support Canadian workers by building new pipelines, rail lines and other energy and trade infrastructure that will diversify Canada’s trading partners by unlocking new markets for Ontario’s critical minerals and Western Canada’s oil and gas. Built using Ontario steel, new pipelines will connect western Canadian oil and gas to new and existing refineries in southern Ontario and will expand export opportunities, including by way of a new James Bay deep-sea port in northern Ontario. New rail lines, also built using Ontario steel, will connect Ontario’s Ring of Fire region, critical mineral mining projects and processing facilities to western Canadian ports as Ontario builds an end-to-end critical minerals supply chain.
“In the face of President Trump’s tariffs and ongoing economic uncertainty, Canadians need to work together to build the infrastructure that will diversify our trading partners and end our dependence on the United States,” said Premier Ford. “By building pipelines, rail lines and the energy and trade infrastructure that connects our country, we will build a more competitive, more resilient and more self-reliant economy and country. Together, we are building the infrastructure we need to protect Canada, our workers, businesses and communities. Let’s build Canada.”
Learn more: Ontario and Alberta Working Together to Build New Energy and Trade Infrastructure
Ontario Investing $55.8 Million to Expand Teaching Workforce
The Ontario government is investing $55.8 million to expand teaching training seats at universities across the province to strengthen the teaching workforce and ensure Ontario has the teachers it needs in underserved and remote communities. This investment will train up to 2,600 new teachers by 2027, building a robust workforce of English and French-language teachers for Ontario’s classrooms. To support the government’s plan to protect Ontario by helping train students for successful careers and good-paying, in-demand jobs, the funding will be prioritized to support underserved communities as well as programs that will help students gain practical skills.
Teachers play a vital role in ensuring our children receive a strong start to their education and future careers,” said Nolan Quinn, Minister of Colleges, Universities, Research Excellence and Security. “Through this investment, our government is protecting our children’s future by expanding teaching capacity and bringing more highly qualified teachers to communities across Ontario.
Learn more: Ontario Investing $55.8 Million to Expand Teaching Workforce
Ontario Supporting Long-Term Care Residents with Complex Needs
The Ontario government is investing $35 million to help long-term care homes across the province support residents with complex needs. The Local Priorities Fund (LPF) is designed to support programs that connect people with the right care for them, reducing emergency department visits and hospital stays. This investment is part of the government’s plan to protect Ontario by ensuring long-term care residents get the quality of care and quality of life they need and deserve.
“Our government is protecting our long-term care system by investing in the tools and training to ensure residents can get the right care in the right place,” said Natalia Kusendova-Bashta, Minister of Long-Term Care. “This funding will expand the specialized equipment and innovative services available at long-term care homes across our province, so those with complex needs get the support they deserve.”
Learn more: Ontario Supporting Long-Term Care Residents with Complex Needs
Free Entry to Ontario Parks on July 18 for Healthy Parks Healthy People Day
Ontario is marking Healthy Parks Healthy People Day on July 18 by offering free day-use entry to all provincial parks – an excellent opportunity to enjoy nature, support local businesses and explore all that our parks have to offer. Visitors will be issued a complimentary day-use permit to enjoy park facilities including hiking trails, beaches, Discovery programs and more.
Oakville North-Burlington Spirit Awards
It’s truly an honour to shine a light on the dedicated volunteers who have contributed to making our community better. Thank you for your community spirit. If you would like to nominate a member of our community who has gone above and beyond to contribute to our community, please contact my office and let me know at Effie.triantafilopoulos@pc.ola.org
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