Oakville North-Burlington Newsletter November 21, 2025
November 20, 2025
“Ontario is expanding its energy savings programs to help families and businesses lower bills and reduce energy use. The new rebates will support households across the province including families in Oakville North–Burlington with up to $200 for energy-efficient appliances such as fridges, freezers and laundry machines. The province is also offering incentives for industrial, municipal, institutional and health-care organizations to upgrade equipment and cut energy consumption.
These programs are part of Ontario’s 12-year, $10.9 billion Energy Efficiency Framework, the largest investment in energy-efficiency in Canadian history, under Energy for Generations, Ontario’s first integrated energy plan. With rising electricity demand, these measures help people save money, reduce strain on the grid, and ensure a reliable and affordable power system for the future ” .—MPP Effie Triantafilopoulos
Community Spirit Shines at Oakville Christmas Parade
It was lovely to see so many familiar faces at the Oakville Santa Claus Parade this past weekend. It was always inspiring to see our community come together in the holiday spirit.
A heartfelt thank you goes out to the families, volunteers, performers, and community groups who made this festive tradition possible. Their energy and dedication brought joy to Oakville throughout the event.
Wishing everyone a very Merry Christmas and a happy, healthy holiday season. Click here to watch the video
Community Partners Boost Learning and Wellbeing for Halton Youth
Recognizing the needs of neurodiverse youth means meeting them where they are. I was pleased to join the Centre for Diverse Learners and local partners to celebrate the Homework Health program, which provides tutoring, mental-health support, and confidence-building resources for young people across Halton.
Funded by the Ontario Trillium Foundation, this initiative ensures students have accessible, inclusive supports that make a real difference in their academic and personal wellbeing. My sincere thanks go to Executive Director Carolyn Rankin-Boutin, the CDL team, the OTF, and all partners for their dedication to supporting youth and families.
Collaboration Strengthened with CFAA Ontario Chapters on Fire Safety
I had a productive meeting with Mike, representing the CFAA Ontario Chapters, to discuss their ongoing initiatives and opportunities to strengthen collaboration on building safety and fire alarm system standards.
The CFAA plays a critical role in promoting public safety, advancing training for skilled professionals, and supporting best practices across the fire alarm and life-safety sector.
Thank you to Mike and the CFAA for sharing your insights and for your continued leadership in keeping our communities safe.
Discussed Barriers to Disability Supports with MS Canada
It was great to meet with Jeff Mamer from MS Canada to discuss the challenges that people living with multiple sclerosis faced when accessing supports like ODSP and the Disability Tax Credit.
Many individuals with MS experienced changing symptoms, but the support programs they relied on were often difficult to navigate and involved complex paperwork.
I thanked MS Canada for their continued advocacy and commitment to making supports more accessible and person-centered for those living with MS in our community.
Queen’s Park Weekly Update
This week at Queen’s Park was, like all others, a busy one! We started off the week with by keeping debate going until approximately midnight on Monday so Members could debate Bill 46, Protect Ontario by Cutting Red Tape Act, 2025 and it didn’t let up from there. See below for highlights of legislation that was debated and voted on.
Key Legislation Debated This Week
Buy Ontario Act, 2025
Our Buy Ontario Act was introduced in the Legislature this week. The Bill is about protecting workers and businesses by prioritizing Ontario goods and services in public procurement. The Buy Ontario Act, 2025, will ensure tax dollars support Ontario jobs and products.
Bill 60, Fighting Delays, Building Faster Act, 2025
Members debated Bill 60, which prioritizes reducing delays in infrastructure and construction projects to speed up the delivery of homes, roads, and public facilities and voted to move it into Third Reading
Bill 33, Supporting Children and Students Act, 2025
Members, including Effie, debated Bill 33, which aims to strengthens the support systems students rely on—improving access to mental-health resources, enhancing special education services, modernizing school safety measures, and ensuring families receive the help they need. It’s about giving every child in Ontario the chance to succeed and Effie highlighted how these improvements will make a real difference for students, educators, and families in Oakville North–Burlington and across our province. Members then voted to move Bill 33 into Third Reading
Bill 40, Protect Ontario by Securing Affordable Energy for Generations Act, 2025
Members debated Bill 40, which aims to strengthen Ontario’s long-term energy security by modernizing the electricity system to support economic growth, attract major job-creating industries, and ensure affordable, reliable power for generations to come and voted to move it to Third Reading
Bill 68, A Plan to Protect Ontario Act (Budget Measures), 2025
Members debated Bill 68, which outlines key fiscal measures to protect jobs, support families, and respond to global economic challenges and moved it to Third Reading.
Bill 46, Protect Ontario by Cutting Red Tape Act, 2025
Members debated Bill 46, which would aggressively cut red tape across dozens of laws, making it easier for businesses and citizens to deal with government — saving time, reducing costs, and unlocking growth. This Bill is still in Second Reading.
Members also debated – and unanimously passed – Government Motion No. 8 (Intimate Partner Violence). The Motion called for the Standing Committee on Justice Policy meet to review a draft report on intimate partner violence. Those meetings have now commenced.
Building Strong Schools Across Ontario
I was pleased to speak in the Legislature in support of Bill 33, the Supporting Children and Students Act, 2025. Bill 33 is focused on giving every child in Ontario the opportunity to succeed, with meaningful improvements that will support students, educators, and families in our community and across the province.
Strong schools build strong communities, and this legislation represents an important step toward a brighter future for all Ontario students. Click here to watch the video
Advancing Paramedic Care Across Ontario
I had a great discussion with my colleague Natalie Pierre and Greg Sage, President of the Ontario Association of Paramedic Chiefs and Chief of Halton Region Paramedic Services about the challenges and opportunities facing paramedic services across Ontario.
Paramedic Chiefs and their teams play an essential role in delivering high-quality, life-saving care in every corner of the province. Greg’s leadership supports the frontline paramedics who respond to emergencies every day with professionalism, compassion, and expertise.
Our government is committed to strengthening Ontario’s emergency services, improving response capacity, and supporting the paramedics who keep our communities safe and healthy.
Thank you to the OAPC Halton Paramedics for your partnership and dedication.
Priorities with Police Association of Ontario
It was great to meet with Police Association of Ontario members Ellie Bale and Lori Steacy from the Halton Regional Police Association, along with PAO At-Large Director and HRPA Civilian Director, Becky Verreault, to discuss the issues that mattered to officers and the communities they served.
The HRPA played an essential role in supporting frontline officers, advocating for their needs, and strengthening community safety across Halton. Our government continued to make historic investments in policing, crime prevention, and resources that helped officers do their jobs safely and effectively.
Thank you to the HRPA for its leadership and ongoing commitment to keeping Oakville North–Burlington safe.
Ontario Investing $16.5 Million to Protect Tariff-Impacted Workers and Businesses
As U.S. tariffs continue to threaten Ontario’s critical industries, our government remains focused on ensuring our manufacturers have the resources needed to adapt and expand,” said Vic Fedeli, Minister of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade. “Through the Ontario Together Trade Fund, we are taking decisive action to enhance the competitiveness of our economy, increasing opportunities for Ontario businesses and workers, now and for generations to come.
Learn more: Ontario Investing $16.5 Million to Protect Tariff-Impacted Workers and Businesses
Province Protecting Ontario with the Buy Ontario Act
Ontario workers and business owners’ livelihoods are under attack from President Trump and his tariffs, and they’re counting on us to step up,” said Stephen Crawford, Minister of Public and Business Service Delivery and Procurement. “Every year, the province spends more than $30 billion procuring goods and services that help serve the people of Ontario. We’re making sure that every possible procurement dollar that can be spent in Ontario is spent in Ontario, so we can protect our workers and build a more competitive, self-reliant and resilient economy.
Learn more: Province Protecting Ontario with the Buy Ontario Act
Ontario Protecting Families by Holding Impaired Drivers Accountable
No child should have to bear the weight of losing a parent to impaired driving,” said Attorney General Doug Downey. “The devastating impact reaches far beyond the immediate loss—it can leave children struggling emotionally and financially. That’s why our government is looking at practical solutions that can ease their burden in the wake of such tragedies and provide financial stability for children who are left behind.
Learn more: Ontario Protecting Families by Holding Impaired Drivers Accountable
Ontario Welcomes $3.2 Billion Investment by Vianode in St. Thomas
Our government announcement is a historic milestone for southwestern Ontario and a major win for workers, creating good-paying manufacturing jobs today and for generations to come,” said Premier Doug Ford. “We’re proud to welcome Vianode to St. Thomas as we strengthen our province’s competitive advantage in a critical industry and build the most competitive, resilient, self-reliant economy in the G7,
Learn more: Ontario Welcomes $3.2 Billion Investment by Vianode in St. Thomas
Ontario Investing $3.7 Million to Expand Skin and Wound Care Training in Long-Term Care Homes
Our government is improving the care that long-term care residents receive with strategic investments to train and upskill our long-term care workforce,” said Natalia Kusendova-Bashta, Minister of Long-Term Care. “Having more staff trained in skin and wound care will support a better quality of life for residents and protect our health-care system by reducing unnecessary hospital visits.
Learn more: Ontario Investing $3.7 Million to Expand Skin and Wound Care Training in Long-Term Care Homes
Experience Ontario Program
The Experience Ontario program provides support for festivals and events with a tourism economic impact to motivate visitors to discover Ontario, connect people with local experiences, and increase tourism spending.
Oakville North–Burlington Spirit Award
I was pleased to present an Oakville North–Burlington Spirit Award to Grade 12 student Sean Yang for his outstanding contributions to our community.
During the pandemic, Sean created free online public speaking and math sessions to help younger students build confidence, improve their skills, and stay socially connected during a difficult time. His initiative, leadership, and compassion truly reflected the spirit of this award.
Congratulations to Sean and thank you for making a meaningful difference in our community.
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