A new exhibit is now open at the Great Lakes Museum! 🐟🌊 “Aquaculture: Farming the Waters” explores how fish, shellfish, and seaweed are farmed in Canada, including Indigenous aquaculture practices, through interactive hands-on displays for all ages. On now until mid-October. Check it out! 👀

Today is Canadian Multiculturalism Day! 🇨🇦🌎 Today, we celebrate the diversity that makes our country stronger and reaffirm our commitment to inclusion, equity, and mutual respect.

The only people criticizing the needed renovations at The Prime Minister’s official residence at 24 Sussex are Pierre Poilievre — who lives in Stornoway, the official residence of the Leader of the Opposition — and Andrew Scheer, who has lived in both Stornoway and the Speaker’s residence, The Farm.

Congrats to three outstanding members of our community who were announced as appointees to the Order of Canada! 🇨🇦👏 Congratulations to Stephen Archer, Nancy Nicol, and Bhavana Varma on this well-deserved recognition for their contributions to health care, human rights, and community leadership.

Yesterday was the Cruise for a Cause fundraiser in support of the EMBER Program, the anti-human trafficking and exploitation program operated through Victim Services of Kingston and Frontenac. Thank you to everyone who took part in raising awareness and supporting survivors in our community.

Great to welcome Wyatt Scott from the Canadian Association of the Deaf my office! We had the opportunity to try a new pilot program that provides Deaf Canadians with direct access to their Members of Parliament through on-demand remote ASL and LSQ interpretation. 🔗 Learn more: cad-asc.ca

Congratulations to Andy Mills on his retirement! 🎉 As the school year wraps up, we recognize his 7 years of leadership with The Food Sharing Project, helping ensure more children have access to nutritious food. Thank you, Andy, and best wishes for retirement! 👏

Canada has launched a new Nuclear Energy Strategy. ⚛️🇨🇦 Canada’s nuclear sector currently supports 90,000 jobs and contributes $22 billion to the economy each year. The new strategy aims to double the workforce by 2050 and attract billions in private investment. 🔗 News release: bit.ly/44wbUZ2

Earlier this week, I toured the Kingston Humane Society and saw firsthand the need for a modern facility to better support the animals in their care. 🐾 Thank you to the team for sharing their vision through the Room to Care campaign and for all they do in our community. 🔗 roomtocare.ca

The Report to Canadians 2026 highlights key areas of the House of Commons’ work over the past year. 📊🇨🇦 This includes Chamber activity, committees, constituency work, and more. 👉Take a look: bit.ly/449a6oK

We need more fact-checking like this! 👏

Some highlights from the Minister of Transport’s speech. 🚆 Excited to see Kingston being considered as a potential key regional mobility hub and looking forward to the next steps for this important project.

📢 Reminder: Canada Day lawn signs are still available, but only for a limited time! 🇨🇦 You can pick one up at my office during business hours: 📍 234 Concession Street, Suite 303 🕒 8:30 am – 1:00 pm | 2:00 pm – 4:30 pm. Available while supplies last.

Happy to see continued support for women entrepreneurs across Canada. 🇨🇦 The Government of Canada is investing $173.7 million over 5 years to continue the Women Entrepreneurship Strategy, helping women access the support they need to start and grow their businesses. 🔗 News release: bit.ly/4eXMcme

A stronger food system means more food grown in Canada, more support for farmers and producers, and more affordable options for Canadians. 🍎🇨🇦 That’s the goal of Canada’s first-ever National Food Security Strategy. 🔗 Learn more: bit.ly/4a0jRZV

Exciting news! 🚆 Kingston is being considered as a potential stop on Canada’s future high-speed rail network and a key regional mobility hub, connecting with VIA Rail services to improve regional connectivity and support economic growth in our community. 🔗 News release: bit.ly/44nj5me

🎓 Congratulations to all the graduates from elementary, secondary, and post-secondary schools across Kingston and the Islands! You did it! Wishing you all the best as you begin your next chapter. 👏

Today, we celebrate all those who take on a fatherly role in the lives of others, with love, guidance, support, and care. Thank you for everything you do. 👏

Today we celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day, held on June 21, the summer solstice, which holds deep cultural and spiritual meaning for many First Nations, Inuit, and Métis communities. 🔗Learn more: bit.ly/4egRHLa

Before you believe the meme, here’s what’s actually going on.

A great time at Super Jimmy Day! 🇨🇦 Thank you to the organizers, CAF members, and families who made this such a fun, family-friendly event.

Thanks to everyone who stopped by our booth at the Princess Street Promenade today! 🎉 Great to see our community come together and enjoy a wonderful day downtown.

Today I joined the 2nd Annual Philippine Independence Day Civic Celebration at Confederation Park 🇵🇭🇨🇦 Thank you to PIC-KO, the organizers, and everyone who helped make this event a meaningful celebration of culture and community.

Today, I joined the Walk to End ALS in Kingston. Thank you to the organizers, volunteers, and families who came together to raise awareness, honour loved ones, and support those affected by ALS.

We're at the Princess Street Promenade today 🎉 Stop by our booth in front of Fresh Burrito near Princess and Wellington to pick up a free Canada Day lawn sign, make a button, and grab some new swag!

Today marks 50 years of the Seniors Association Kingston Region! 🎉 Congratulations to all the staff and volunteers, and thank you for your service and community impact for older adults in our community.

Today, the Government of Canada launched the Local Food Infrastructure Fund: Community Support Stream. 🇨🇦 This new $20-million program will help food banks and organizations get and distribute nutritious food to families in need. 🗓️ Applications open from June 19 - July 9 🔗 bit.ly/4oDacyp

The Canada Strong Pass is back for the summer! 🇨🇦☀️ From June 19 to September 7, enjoy free or discounted admission at participating parks, museums, galleries, and VIA Rail. Make sure to plan your visit! 🔗Learn more: bit.ly/CanadaStrongPass

As Parliament rises for the summer, here’s a recap of the Bills that have been introduced, debated, or advanced through the legislative process this session. 🇨🇦 🔗 Learn more: bit.ly/3SNJ0y0 (1/4)

The real glue in public life is the people you walk it with.

AI is changing how we live and work. 🤖🇨🇦 Canada’s new 𝗔𝗜 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗔𝗹𝗹 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗴𝘆 is focused on building trust, creating opportunities, and ensuring AI reflects Canadian values. 🔗Explore the Strategy: bit.ly/3SLzqi0

The Report to Canadians 2026 is now online! 📊🇨🇦 This annual report provides an overview of the work of the House of Commons over the past year, including activity in the Chamber, committees, constituencies, and abroad. 👉Please take a look: bit.ly/449a6oK

In May, Kingston’s Town Crier, Chris Whyman, brought home the Provincial Town Crier Championship trophy! 🏆 Congratulations on this incredible achievement, and thank you for more than 40 years of proudly representing our community. 👏🇨🇦

Last year, Canada became the first non-European country to join the EU’s Security Action for Europe (SAFE) initiative. 🇨🇦🇪🇺 Now, a Montréal-based defence technology company has secured the first SAFE contract awarded to a Canadian business. 🔗Learn more: bit.ly/3QGgII6

The CRTC has strengthened consumer protections by cutting extra fees, improving contract notifications, and making it easier to switch or cancel services. 📱💻 Now, they’re seeking input on a single, simplified code for Internet, cellphone, home phone, and TV services. 🔗Learn more: bit.ly/4eFQSNz

Canada is strengthening its partnership with Ireland 🇨🇦 🇮🇪 On Sunday, Prime Minister Mark Carney concluded a visit to Ireland focused on strengthening cooperation in areas such as artificial intelligence, health sciences, food security, clean growth, research, and culture. 🔗More info: bit.ly/3QFI1Co

We have a limited number of Canada Day lawn signs available. 🇨🇦 You can pick one up this Saturday at our booth during the Princess Street Promenade, or stop by my office during business hours. 📍 234 Concession Street, Suite 303 🕒 8:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. | 2:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Great to see the 9th Annual Diversity Dinner bring people together once again to celebrate culture, community, and connection. Thank you to Jimmy Hassan, BGC South East, and all the sponsors, organizations, families, and volunteers who made this event possible.

What is Canada’s first-ever National Food Security Strategy? 🍎🇨🇦 The strategy is built around four key priorities: increasing competition, boosting food production, growing more food year-round, and reducing red tape across the supply chain. 🔗Learn more: bit.ly/4a0jRZV

Happy National Public Service Week! 🇨🇦 This week, we recognize the work and dedication of public servants across Canada who help deliver the programs and services Canadians rely on every day. Thank you for your service to our communities and our country. 👏

Happy to attend the first-ever Mabuhay Festival Kingston and celebrate Filipino culture, heritage, and community. 🇵🇭 Congratulations to the organizers, volunteers, and community partners who helped bring this new festival to life! 👏🎉

Happy to join the Ukrainian Canadian Club of Kingston as they celebrated their 57th anniversary and showcased the vibrant traditions of Ukrainian culture through the Lviv, Ukraine Folklore Festival. 🇺🇦 Congratulations to everyone involved in making this event so special! 👏

The arson investigator is the same guy yelling “everything’s burning”.

Today, we recognize Men’s Mental Health Awareness Day and the importance of breaking stigma. Men and boys continue to face barriers to speaking openly about well-being. No one should have to struggle in silence.

Watching a business legend and Dragon’s Den tycoon smack down Conservative MP’s BS is truly one of my all time favourite things to see! 😂

With Kingston Pride choosing not to include elected officials in an official capacity this year, I want to say that although I’m disappointed, I respect the decision — and I’m still incredibly proud of our Pride community here in Kingston. #kingstonpride

Canada has launched its first-ever National Food Security Strategy. 🍎🇨🇦 This strategy, backed by more than $3 billion in investments over 10 years, aims to support farmers and producers, strengthen food production in Canada, and help make food more affordable for Canadians. 🔗 bit.ly/4vpV9Lf

Wishing Team Canada the very best as they begin their World Cup journey. We will be cheering you on! ⚽ 🇨🇦 Let’s go Canada! 🔗PM’s Statement on 2026 World Cup: bit.ly/3SkNG17

The Government of Canada has introduced the Safe Social Media Act, proposed legislation to help make social media platforms and AI chatbots safer for children. 📱 👉What are your thoughts on these proposed changes? 🔗News release: bit.ly/4v9TcCk

The Major Projects Office was created to help move nation-building projects forward more efficiently. 🇨🇦 👉 Take a look at some of the projects currently advancing across Canada and the sectors they support. 🔗 Learn more: bit.ly/MPO2526 (1/4)