The Government of Canada is investing $1.5 billion to support Canadian businesses and workers impacted by tariffs. 🇨🇦 🔗 News release: bit.ly/4eHlEX0

Don’t forget to check your mail! 📬 Your #2026Census invitation includes instructions and your secure access code to complete it online. 👉Fill it out at census.gc.ca

This National Nursing Week, we thank nurses in Kingston and the Islands, and across Canada, for the care and compassion they show every day. 👩‍⚕️👨‍⚕️🩺 You make a real difference in our communities.

This isn’t the self-own you think it is.

Today, we celebrate all the love, guidance, and strength that comes with being a mother or maternal figure. Thank you for the care and support you bring into our lives every day. Happy Mother’s Day! 💐

Poilievre’s MPs are peddling the same misinformation.

We had a great time at Science Rendezvous Kingston today! 🎉 Happy to see so many hands-on STEM activities and live demos bringing our community together and sparking curiosity. 🔬💡 If you get a chance, stop by before 3pm!

Today, on Victory in Europe Day, we remember the courage and sacrifice of Canadians and allies who served during the Second World War. Their bravery helped restore peace and freedom in Europe.

Thinking about starting a petition? 🇨🇦 Here’s a breakdown to help you understand how each works, and which might be right for you 👇 🔗Paper petition: bit.ly/48WzdxS 🔗Online petition: bit.ly/48pNhQq

Today, PM Mark Carney welcomed a historic agreement for 150 Airbus A220-300 aircraft. ✈️ This milestone will support thousands of jobs and strengthen Canada’s aerospace industry. A strong step forward for Canadian workers and innovation. 💪 🔗News release: bit.ly/4tiK5NM

More than 6.5 million Canadians are now covered under the Canadian Dental Care Plan, including 21,385 residents in Kingston and the Islands as of April 2026. 👉 Don’t forget to renew your coverage by June 1, 2026 to avoid any interruption! 🔗 Renew here: Canada.ca/dental

May is Canadian Jewish Heritage Month ✡️ A time to celebrate the rich culture, history, and contributions of Jewish communities across Canada. Let’s also reaffirm our commitment to stand against antisemitism and all forms of hate.

Conservatives have it *wrong* when it comes to Sovereign Wealth Funds. Watch.

Canada has a new Governor General 🇨🇦 Congratulations to Louise Arbour on her appointment as Canada’s 31st Governor General! A special thank you to Mary Simon for her dedicated leadership and service to Canadians as Governor General since 2021. 🔗News release: bit.ly/48FYJHA

Today is Red Dress Day, a time to honour the lives of missing and murdered Indigenous women, girls, and Two-Spirit people across Canada. May 5 is a powerful reminder of the ongoing violence faced by Indigenous communities and our shared responsibility to work toward justice, healing, and change.

The #2026Census is underway across Canada 🇨🇦 Your response helps plan important services like health care, education, and transit in our community. 👉Complete yours today at census.gc.ca

Mental Health Week is here! Learn more and access resources at the link below. 👇 cmha.ca/mental-healt...

On Sunday, a memorial service was held at Navy Memorial Park to mark the Battle of the Atlantic. 🇨🇦 This ceremony honours the courage and sacrifice of those who served, and recognizes the role they played in securing peace and freedom. Lest we forget.

By this point, I’m sure this doesn’t surprise you. #cdnpoli #gasprice #oil

May is Asian Heritage Month! A time to learn about the diverse cultures and histories of Asian communities, and to recognize their many contributions to Canada. Let’s celebrate the diversity that helps shape our country.

Great evening at Savour Spring: A Culinary Experience 🍽️ Six local restaurants came together to support The Food Sharing Project and help provide nutritious food to students in our community. Thank you to the organizers, partners, and everyone who came out!

Today was the Steps for Life Walk in Kingston! Thank you to Threads of Life and the organizers for bringing people together, and to all the walkers who showed up to support families affected by workplace tragedies.

The 2026 Census starts May 4 across Canada. 🔗More info: bit.ly/3Pdm2ly

Take a look at the Benefits Payment Dates for May, 2026! 🗓️ Share this post with friends and family to help keep everyone informed. 🔗See the full 2026 benefits payment calendar here: bit.ly/4emJUdg

An absolute delight chatting with Chantal Hebert last night at Politics and the Pen.

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Keeping Canadians safe and supported is essential to a strong country. 🇨🇦 These investments focus on safety, connection, and building places where people can thrive. 🔗 Read the full update: bit.ly/49gNS74

Helping Canadians with the cost of living remains a key priority. 🇨🇦 Targeted measures are focused on easing everyday pressures and supporting families when they need it most. 🔗 Read the full update: bit.ly/49gNS74

Supporting workers means creating more opportunities, strengthening skills, and helping people succeed in a changing economy. These efforts are about building a workforce that’s ready for today and tomorrow. 🇨🇦 🔗 Read the full update: bit.ly/49gNS74

Continuing to build a stronger, more resilient Canada means investing in the foundations of long-term growth. 🇨🇦 This includes the projects and partnerships that will shape our economy for years to come. 🔗 Read the full update: bit.ly/49gNS74

We're relentlessly focused on making life more affordable and building a stronger economy.

The Spring Economic Update 2026 continues the plan to build a stronger Canada 🇨🇦 It focuses on key priorities that support long-term growth, affordability, and stronger communities while maintaining a responsible fiscal approach. 🔗 Read the full update: bit.ly/49gNS74

“We have built the second-fastest growing economy in the G7—while reducing our projected deficit for 2025-26 by more than $11 billion”. 🇨🇦

One year ago, @brucefanjoy.bsky.social Fanjoy pulled off the unimaginable! 👏

The Spring Economic Update 2026 is here 🇨🇦 It highlights key steps to build a stronger, more resilient Canada: ✅The Canada Strong Fund ✅Team Canada Strong ✅Building Stronger, Safer Communities king communities 🔗 News release: bit.ly/4tz61oU 🔗 Spring Economic Update 2026 speech: bit.ly/4tOSauP

Today marked the opening of the new Food Hub at Regiopolis-Notre Dame Catholic High School! 🎉 Proud to see the National School Food Program in action, alongside the important work of the Food Sharing Project, its partners, and volunteers.

One year after the 2025 federal election, we continue working to build a Canada Strong! 🇨🇦 Progress is being made on housing, affordability, jobs, major projects, and national defence. Here are some highlights of what has been delivered so far 👇

One year ago today, our community came together and chose to move forward. 🇨🇦 To the incredible volunteers behind #TeamGerretsen, thank you for making it happen! Proud to continue working together for our community.

Happy Spring Economic Update Day! What’s the over/under on PP recycling his speech about very old coins?

Today is the National Day of Mourning 🕯️ We remember all those who have lost their lives, been injured, or become ill due to workplace incidents. We honour them, and recommit to building safer workplaces for everyone.

The Spring Economic Update is happening tomorrow! An important moment to learn more about the government’s plan to build a stronger economy and the actions being taken to support Canadians. 🗓️ April 28 at 4:00pm 👉 Watch live on CPAC

Today, PM Carney announced the Canada Strong Fund, Canada’s first national sovereign wealth fund. 🇨🇦 With an initial federal contribution of $25 billion, the Fund will support key sectors to drive economic growth and build a more resilient future. 🔗Learn more: bit.ly/4uhmSga

Today, three newly elected MPs took their seats in the House for the first time! 🇨🇦 Congrats to Tatiana Auguste, Danielle Martin, and Doly Begum. Wishing you all the best as you begin your work serving Canadians!

Smile Cookies are back! 🍪 This year, 100% of proceeds in Kingston will support The Inclusive Play Project, bringing us one step closer to a fully inclusive playground in our community. If you have a chance, pick up some cookies and support this incredible initiative! 🗓️ Available until May 3

On Tuesday, we’ll release the government’s first Spring Economic Update. This is the next step in our plan to build a stronger, more independent, more resilient Canadian economy — and ensure all Canadians can share in its success.

He says he never said it. Watch.

Great time at the Kingston Grandmother Connection Spring Market for Africa today! If you can, stop by! They’re there until 2 PM at St. John’s Anglican Church Hall in Portsmouth Village.

Happy to have attended the Rotary District 7040 Conference opening ceremonies! 🇨🇦 Always great to take part in events that bring people together in the spirit of service and community.

Tonight’s International Mother Language Day event, hosted by the Queen’s Bangladeshi Students’ Association, celebrates the importance of linguistic and cultural diversity. Thank you to the organizers for bringing the community together to mark this important occasion!

Today is the final day to take part in the Alto high-speed sail public consultation. 👉 Make your voice heard! 🔗 bit.ly/4pUJNey