Oakville North-Burlington Newsletter October 24, 2025

October 24, 2025

“Ontario is investing $1 billion through the Building Ontario Fund to develop the first small modular reactor (SMRs) in the G7 at Darlington Nuclear Station. The project will create 18,000 jobs during construction and 3,700 permanent jobs during operation, contributing $38.5 billion to Canada’s GDP over 65 years.
Together with a $2 billion federal investment through the Canada Growth Fund, the four SMRs will generate1,200 megawatts of clean electricity, enough to power 1.2 million homes. This historic initiative supports good-paying, long-term jobs and strengthens Ontario’s clean energy infrastructure, helping build a more competitive, resilient, and self-reliant economy.” -MPP Effie Triantafilopoulos





What a Summer!
More than 128 community events celebrating connection, culture and community spirit across Oakville North–Burlington. Excited for what’s ahead! Click here to watch the video



Celebrated Sixteen Years of Empowering Women in the Fire Service

An inspiring morning at the Fire Service Women Ontario Annual Training Symposium Awards Gala held in Oakville.
For sixteen years, Fire Service Women Ontario has been a driving force for progress, supporting women in the fire service through training, mentorship, and leadership.
I was honoured to attend on behalf of Solicitor General Michael Kerzner to offer congratulations to this year’s award recipients and thank you to Oakville Deputy Chief Kalpana Rajgopalan, Sgt. Kate Jamieson, and FSWO President Tracey Shields for their outstanding leadership and dedication and to all the female firefighters who have paved the way and opened doors for new recruits to follow .

Take Your MPP to Work Day

An absolute pleasure to take part in the Take Your MPP to Workday at the Oakville Trafalgar Memorial Hospital with my colleague MPP Zee Hamid.

Thank you to Halton Health care and the Registered Nurses’ Association of Ontario (RNAO) for organizing this valuable opportunity to see firsthand the incredible work of the frontline nursing staff.

Ontario’s healthcare professionals continue to show outstanding skill, compassion, and dedication to patients and families across our community




Coptic Orthodox Community Celebrated Thanksgiving

Last weekend, the congregation of Archangel Raphael and Saint Marina Coptic Orthodox Church in Burlington hosted their annual Thanksgiving Dinner.
More than 200 families came together to celebrate in fellowship, and I was pleased to send a congratulatory message to mark the occasion.
Thank you to Father Anthony Wadie and the entire congregation for your ongoing contributions to Burlington and for the many community-based services you provide.





Ontario Legislature Returns for the 44th Parliament

The Legislative Assembly of Ontario is officially back in session for the 44th Parliament at Queen’s Park.
It was a pleasure to join the Honourable Donna Skelly, Speaker of the Ontario Legislative Assembly in my new role as Deputy Speaker and reconnect with colleagues as we returned to the Legislature.
As your MPP for Oakville North–Burlington, I remain   committed to advancing policies that strengthen our local economy, support families and seniors, invest in the essential infrastructure for our growing communities to deliver real results for our community and the people of Ontario.



Persons Day Honouring the Women Who Fought for Legal Equality

This week, I was honoured to rise in the Ontario Legislature to recognize Persons Day — the moment in 1929 when Canadian women were recognized as “persons” under Canadian law.
This historic milestone reminds us that the rights Canadian women enjoy today were hard-won — achieved through courage, persistence, and collective action.
In our community, I’m proud to honour local leaders like Florence Meares, one of the first female principals in Halton, and Veronica Tyrrell, whose leadership has strengthened inclusion and belonging in our community.
These trailblazers remind us that equality is not only about holding public office — it’s also about building strong communities and giving voice to those who have long been unheard. Click here to watch the video



A Legacy of Leadership: Congratulations to former Speaker Ted Arnott

I was honoured to welcome the former Speaker of the Legislative Assembly, the Honourable Ted Arnott, to Queen’s Park this week.
With 35 years of dedicated public service, his thoughtful leadership and deep respect for Ontario’s Legislature have been an inspiration to many and have significantly contributed to the strength of our parliamentary democracy. Congratulations on receiving the 2025 Parliamentarian Lifetime Achievement Award.




First “Pink Tea” at Queen’s Park

It was a pleasure to join the Honourable Donna Skelly, Speaker of the Ontario Legislature, and MPP colleagues at Queen’s Park for the first “Pink Tea” in recognition of Persons Day — celebrating the courageous women who championed the legal right for women to serve in the Senate of Canada.
Thank you to Frances Wright, CEO and Co-Founder of the Famous 5 Foundation, for sharing the inspiring story of the Famous Five and their lasting impact on our democracy.
Their legacy is reflected today in the women and girls who lead, participate, and shape our communities, our province, and our country.

Province Introducing Legislation to Protect Ontario by Building a More Competitive Economy

Ontario government introduced the Building a More Competitive Economy Act and related initiatives that would, if passed, protect and strengthen the province’s economy by streamlining regulatory processes, championing local businesses, advancing labour mobility and increasing competitiveness. These measures will help build a resilient and self-sustaining economy that can withstand disruption and thrive in a rapidly changing world, while making Ontario the best place in the G7 to invest, do business and create jobs.
Learn more: Province Introducing Legislation to Protect Ontario by Building a More Competitive Economy



Ontario Implements “One Project, One Process” to Build Mines Faster

With President Trump taking direct aim at our economy, it has never been more important to protect Ontario jobs and build the mines that will power our future. The ‘One Project, One Process’ framework ends the era of unacceptable delays. The government will cut review times in half, giving operators and investors the confidence they need to hire, and helps us unlock the full economic potential of our province’s world-class resource sector.
Learn more: Ontario Implements “One Project, One Process” to Build Mines Faster



Ontario Supporting Worker Mobility Across Canada

As part of the government’s plan to protect Ontario by building a more competitive and resilient economy, Ontario will soon introduce legislation to support greater worker mobility across Canada. The proposed legislation, which will be introduced next week, will advance the government’s ongoing work to build a more united and resilient Canadian economy by expanding “as of right” provisions for Canadian workers licensed and credentialed in other provinces and territories, particularly health-care workers, and move forward with automatic recognition of credentials for doctors and nurses from the rest of Canada
Learn more: Ontario Supporting Worker Mobility Across Canada



Ontario Investing More Than $60 Million in Skilled Trades Apprentices

We need to keep building, no matter what global challenges come our way, to deliver on our $200 billion plan to build more infrastructure like highways, hospitals and schools. By expanding access to in-class training and removing barriers, we’re helping more apprentices gain the skills they need for good-paying jobs, while protecting them in the face of U.S. tariffs.
Learn more: Ontario Investing More Than $60 Million in Skilled Trades Apprentices



Small Business Week

This week, we’re celebrating the small businesses that fuel Ontario’s economy and support jobs across the province.
Every time you shop locally, you’re helping protect Ontario’s economy, while supporting your community.
Learn more about our investments and support at: Business, workplace and economy



Ontario Investing Nearly $2 Billion to Protect and Expand Long-Term Care

Our government is making historic investments to improve long-term care, by training, hiring and retaining thousands of health care workers. This record investment into staffing will ensure those living in Ontario’s long-term care homes receive the quality of care and quality of life they need and deserve
Learn more: Ontario Investing Nearly $2 Billion to Protect and Expand Long-Term Care
 



Happy Diwali

Wishing a very Happy Diwali and Bandi Chhor Divas to everyone celebrating in Oakville North–Burlington and across Ontario!
This festive season reminds us of the triumph of light over darkness and good over adversity. May the Festival of Lights bring peace, joy, and prosperity to you and your loved ones.




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

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