Oakville North-Burlington Newsletter May 16, 2025
May 16, 2025
” This week, Sylvia Jones, the Minister of Health introduced the Primary Care Act, 2025 in the Ontario Legislature—a bold step forward in our government’s commitment to ensuring every Ontarian has access to a family doctor or care team. This legislation builds on historic investments that will directly benefit communities like Oakville North–Burlington.
With $1.8 billion in funding for over 300 new primary care teams, and $300 million to launch 17 new teaching clinics, we’re expanding access to care while training the next generation of health professionals. Programs like the Learn and Stay Grant will help recruit family doctors to communities across Ontario, while new nurse practitioner-led clinics and enhanced digital tools will make it easier to book appointments and access services. With nearly 100,000 new nurses and over 15,000 doctors added since 2018, our government is delivering real, lasting improvements in healthcare—right here in Oakville North–Burlington and across the province.”— Effie Triantafilopoulos, MPP for Oakville North–Burlington
Welcomed the Ontario Association of Fire Chiefs to Queen’s Park
It was a pleasure to meet with members of the Ontario Association of Fire Chiefs at Queen’s Park for Fire and Life Safety Advocacy Day. I was especially glad to speak with Oakville Fire Chief Paul Boissonneault and Deputy Chief Jeremy Inglis— two outstanding leaders who continue to serve our community with dedication and professionalism.
Our government is proud to stand with fire services across Ontario — including through a new $5 million investment to help communities enhance their emergency preparedness and keep people safe.
Thank you to fire chiefs across the province for your leadership and unwavering commitment to public safety.
Celebrating Ontario’s Arts, Culture and Tourism at Shaw Festival’s Annual Tourism Night
It was a wonderful evening at Shaw Festival’s annual Tourism Night in beautiful Niagara-on-the-Lake, celebrating Ontario’s vibrant arts, culture, and tourism sectors.
I was pleased to join Minister Stan Cho and fellow Parliamentary Assistants Billy Denault and Mohamed Firin to connect with industry leaders and highlight how our government is supporting the growth of this vital sector. From iconic destinations like 13th Street Winery and Pearl Morissette to local gems like the Roadside Flower Market and The Watering Can Flower Market, Niagara region continues to shine as a world-class destination.
Announced Over $876K in Funding for Haven to Home Project at Halton Women’s Place
I joined Women’s Social and Employment Opportunities Minister Charmaine Williams and Burlington MPP Natalie Pierre at the Halton Women’s Place to announce more than $876,000 in funding for the Haven to Home project. This Ontario government grant supports the partnership of Home Suite Hope and Halton Women’s Place to assist 33 families to transition into stable housing.
This vital funding will help ensure these women and children can recover, rebuild and thrive.
Police Week in Ontario
This Police Week in Ontario, we celebrate the theme “Protecting Ontario” by recognizing the dedicated work of the Halton Regional Police Service in Oakville North–Burlington.
From supporting public safety to strengthening community trust, Halton’s officers and civilian staff go above and beyond every day.
Thank you for your service—and for keeping our neighbourhoods safe.
Mother’s Day
It was a privilege to join the Mother’s Day celebration at Vaishno Devi Temple in Oakville, with my colleague MPP Stephen Crawford. With heartfelt bhajans, spiritual reflection, and a moving tribute to the incredible mothers, grandmothers and special women in our lives, the event was a great celebration of love, strength, and grace that they bring to our families and communities.
Arthur Chao Named DECA Provincial Champion
Arthur Chao, President of my Youth Council and a Grade 11 student at Garth Webb Secondary School, was named an Ontario DECA Provincial Champion—placing top 10 in the Marketing Communications Series. He is now among the 700 Canadian delegates advancing to the DECA International Career Development Conference (ICDC) in Orlando, Florida—one of the world’s largest high school business competitions, with over 18,000 global participants. Arthur’s success highlights his passion for marketing, communication, and leadership on the international stage. We are rooting for him!.
Ontario’s 2025 Budget: A Plan to Protect Ontario
The 2025 Budget outlines a strong plan to protect Ontario’s workers, businesses, and families in the face of global economic uncertainty and U.S. tariffs. Key initiatives include:
• Healthcare and Education: Expanded access to MRI and CT scans and new investments to grow post-secondary training in skilled trades and STEM fields.
• Infrastructure Investment: Doubling down on the province’s efforts to build, this budget supports the most ambitious capital plan in Ontario’s history—over $200 billion in planned investments over 10 years, including more than $33 billion in 2025–26 alone. This includes nearly $30 billion for highway expansion and rehabilitation, approximately $61 billion for public transit, $56 billion for health infrastructure, and over $30 billion to build new schools and childcare spaces.
• Economic Support: A $5 billion emergency fund for businesses affected by tariffs and a $1.3 billion boost to the manufacturing investment tax credit.
This budget reflects our government’s commitment to strengthening Ontario’s economy, delivering better services, and building for the future.
Learn more: Ontario’s 2025 Budget: A Plan to Protect Ontario
Ontario and Manitoba Signed Internal Trade Agreement
In these times of economic uncertainty, Canada cannot afford to be divided. What’s good for one province is good for another!
This is why, our government signed a new agreement with Manitoba to cut red tape, move goods faster, and get more workers on the job.
Manitoba is now the third province to partner with Ontario on internal free trade joining Nova Scotia and New Brunswick.
Learn more: Ontario and Manitoba Sign Memorandum of Understanding to Tear Down Interprovincial Trade Barriers
Ontario Permanently Cutting the Gas Tax and Taking Tolls Off Highway 407 East
As part of its plan to protect Ontario, the government is continuing to lower costs for hard-working families, support local businesses and put more money back into people’s pockets through its plan to permanently cut the gasoline and fuel tax rates. This would save households, on average, about $115 per year going forward.
The government is also proposing to remove tolls from the provincially owned Highway 407 East, which is expected to save daily commuters an estimated $7,200 annually.
“I know that families and business owners are worried about rising costs, especially as U.S. tariffs threaten to raise the price of everyday essentials,” said Premier Doug Ford. “That’s why we’re cutting the gas tax permanently and taking tolls off Highway 407 East, and that’s why we’ll always keep looking for ways to put more money back into the pockets of Ontario families.”
Learn more: Ontario Permanently Cutting the Gas Tax and Taking Tolls Off Highway 407 East
Ontario Getting Homes and Infrastructure Built Faster and Smarter
We are taking bold action to protect Ontario in the face of economic uncertainty by speeding up construction so we can lower housing costs and keep workers on the job,” said Rob Flack, Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing. The legislation was introduced this week and responds to recommendations and requests from municipal leaders and will help build the homes and infrastructure Ontario needs.
Learn more: Ontario Getting Homes and Infrastructure Built Faster and Smarter
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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