Oakville North-Burlington Newsletter May 1st, 2026

May 1, 2026

“ Our government is expanding access to fertility care through a historic $250 million investment. In 2026/27, $100 million will support 27 clinics across Ontario, including new IVF clinics, helping reduce wait times and connect thousands of families to care.
In our community, Oakville will benefit from expanded services through Halton Fertility and Women’s Health Centre, supporting more local families.
This builds on earlier investments and will deliver thousands of additional IVF treatments over the next two years.
Our goal is clear: to ensure more families can access high-quality fertility care, closer to home, when they need it most.”—MPP Effie Triantafilopoulos





Driving Investment and Innovation in Oakville

My colleague MPP Stephen Crawford joined me in a productive discussion with Craig Tavares, President and COO of Buzz High Performance Computing, regarding a proposed data centre investment in north Oakville.
We discussed the potential of Canadian-owned, sovereign AI and data infrastructure to support innovation, strengthen the digital economy, and create long-term opportunities for the region.
I appreciated the opportunity to connect and exchange perspectives on how projects of this nature can align with Ontario’s economic and infrastructure priorities.



Protecting our Communities and standing firmly against Hate.

I had the opportunity to meet with ICNA Canada at its Oakville location at Al Falah Islamic Centre to highlight Ontario’s $80,000 investment through the Anti-Hate Security and Prevention Grant in support of safety and security enhancements.
This funding will help safeguard places of worship and ensure that community members can gather in a safe, secure, and welcoming environment.
Our government remains committed to working alongside community partners to combat hate, promote inclusion, and ensure that Oakville North–Burlington continues to be a safe and welcoming community for all.

Advancing Awareness and Care for Rare Diseases

It was a pleasure to meet with Riham Badawy, CEO and Co-Founder of ALD Hope, to discuss the realities faced by individuals and families living with rare diseases.
We had a meaningful discussion on the need to increase awareness, support earlier diagnosis, and improve equitable access to care and treatments across Ontario, as well as the importance of supporting patients and caregivers throughout every stage of their journey.
Thank you for your continued advocacy and for sharing your experience to help strengthen support for rare disease patients and their families.

Smile Cookie Campaign is back

From now until May 3rd, pick up a Smile Cookie at Tim Hortons and support important causes in our communities. 100% of proceeds go toward programs that provide care, support, and essential services to individuals and families in need. 
A small treat can make a big difference. Be sure to grab a Smile Cookie and support these incredible organizations.
It was a pleasure to drop by the Trafalgar and Postridge Tim Hortons location in our community to pick up my Smile cookie!.




Supporting Hospitality and Tourism Growth Across Ontario

It was a pleasure to welcome the Ontario Restaurant Hotel & Motel Association to Queen’s Park.
Ontario’s restaurants, hotels, motels, and broader hospitality sector play a vital role in strengthening our tourism industry. They support local employment, welcome visitors from around the world, and contribute significantly to economic growth across communities in Ontario.
Our government remains committed to supporting this important sector through strategic investments in festivals and events, promoting Ontario as a world-class destination through Destination Ontario, reducing costs for small businesses, and lowering the small business tax rate from 3.2% to 2.2%, effective July 1, 2026.
We extend our sincere thanks to ORHMA and all industry partners for their continued advocacy and valuable contributions to Ontario’s tourism and hospitality industry.



Improving Regional Governance for Stronger Communities

This week, I participated in the Standing Committee on Heritage, Infrastructure and Cultural Policy, where we heard from witnesses, including representatives from Halton Region, regarding Bill 100, the Better Regional Governance Act.
This legislation is focused on strengthening regional governance to support more timely decision-making, reduce inefficiencies, and deliver the housing and infrastructure which communities need.
Working in partnership with municipal leaders, the Government of Ontario is taking decisive action to ensure regional governments remain representative, effective, and focused on delivering results.





Ontario Connecting More Families to Fertility Supports

The Ontario government is taking the next steps in its plan to expand access to fertility care as part of its historic $250 million investment to help more families access life-changing fertility treatment. Through this next phase, the province is investing $100 million in 2026/27 to support 27 clinics across Ontario, including two new in vitro fertilization (IVF) clinics, helping to shorten wait times and connect thousands of families to fertility services in both hospital and community settings.
Learn more: Ontario Connecting More Families to Fertility Supports



Ontario Completes Major Milestone on G7’s First Small Modular Reactor

Ontario is building the Western World’s first Small Modular Reactor, creating 18,000 good-paying jobs,” said Stephen Lecce, Minister of Energy and Mines. “Ontario just executed with great precision the first foundation of a new nuclear reactor in Ontario in over 30 years. This is a major achievement as the world turns to Ontario to refurbish and build large scale nuclear on-time and on-budget. For the first time, Ontario has secured over 100 Canadian-based businesses to help build the components for SMRs, infusing over $500 million into Ontario’s economy. Our government is deeply committed to building more in Canada, which is why we are proud to invest at least 80 per cent of every dollar in the Canadian supply chain.
Learn more: Ontario Completes Major Milestone on G7’s First Small Modular Reactor



Ontario Investing $1.6 Billion to Build and Expand Schools Across Ontario

The Ontario government is continuing to deliver on its plan to protect Ontario and ensure students have access to modern classrooms by investing $1.6 billion in 79 school construction projects across Ontario. The investments will support growing communities by creating over 29,000 new student spaces and over 1,900 licensed child care spaces so students have the modern learning spaces they need to succeed in their studies and prepare for in-demand careers.
Learn more: Ontario Investing $1.6 Billion to Build and Expand Schools Across Ontario



Ontario Begins Civil and Utility Work for Hamilton LRT

The Ontario government has awarded a contract for the first major package of civil and utility work for the Hamilton Light Rail Transit (LRT), marking a significant milestone in the province’s plan to build fast, reliable and affordable transit across the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area (GTHA). The 14‑kilometre LRT will strengthen the local economy by creating approximately 6,000 jobs annually during construction and up to 1,000 permanent jobs to support operations and maintenance when the project is complete.
Learn more: Ontario Begins Civil and Utility Work for Hamilton LRT




Ontario Building Workers’ Memorial at Queen’s Park

On the National Day of Mourning to remember and honour those who have died, been injured or suffered illness in the workplace, the Ontario government unveiled the design concept for a new memorial to commemorate the contributions and sacrifices of construction workers whose lives have been lost or changed forever due to work-related incidents. The memorial, which will be located on the grounds of Queen’s Park near the intersection of College Street and University Avenue, will provide a dedicated space for reflection and remembrance, while serving as a lasting reminder of the shared responsibility to protect workers every day.
Learn more: Ontario Building Workers’ Memorial at Queen’s Park



Ontario Investing More Than $20 Million to Support Local Festivals and Events

The Ontario government is protecting Canadian culture and identity by investing over $20 million to support nearly 400 festivals and events across the province this year. The funding, made through Experience Ontario 2026, will help boost tourism, create jobs and celebrate the best of the province’s local communities.
Learn more: Ontario Investing More Than $20 Million to Support Local Festivals and Events




Happy International Guide Dog Day!

Last Thursday, we recognized the incredible impact of guide dogs in supporting independence, safety, and confidence for individuals with vision loss.
Organizations like the Lions Foundation of Canada Dog Guides help match hundreds of Canadians each year, with more than 500 active Dog Guide teams currently supporting people across the country.
Thank you to the dedicated staff, volunteers, and donors who make this life-changing work possible, and to the amazing guide dogs who serve every day.

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