Each year Halton Hills Chamber of Commerce hosts the Mayor’s Lunch, a chance to hear municipal priorities & connect w community & business leaders. Yesterday Mayor Lawlor highlighted Vision Georgetown, Fairy Lake rehab & Guelph St revitalization. Thanks to the Chamber & sponsors!

Great conversations over pizza at yesterday’s roundtable with young people from our community. We discussed what’s working, what isn’t, and what they want from politics. Thanks to everyone who came, I’m grateful for your honesty, energy, and ideas.

The Canada Strong Pass is back for the holidays! Dec 12–Jan 15: enjoy free or discounted access to Parks Canada sites, museums & more — plus reduced VIA Rail fares for kids & youth. Provincial spots like the AGO, ROM & RBG are also joining in 🇨🇦 📸 Parks Canada + @viarailcanada.bsky.social

Met in Ottawa with the Canadian Association of Fire Chiefs and Fire Service Women to discuss resource, training & safety challenges facing fire services. Grateful for the chance to support the brave firefighters who keep communities safe across Canada.

Today is the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, a reminder of the work needed to build communities where everyone can participate with dignity. Grateful to the advocates, families, & organizations in Milton & Georgetown. Let’s keep pushing for a barrier-free Canada.

Yesterday in Milton I joined Minister Valdez to highlight our govt’s new investments to prevent gender-based violence. Budget 2025 provides $660M over 5 yrs incl $223M to strengthen supports for those facing violence. More work ahead & I’ll keep advocating for safety & equality

Milton’s Miracle on Main Street is a beloved annual tradition. I had a great time promoting it yesterday with my friend and community leader Tiger Jeet Singh Jr. at the Campbellville Community Association Christmas Market. Join us this Saturday, Dec 6, in downtown Milton!

Join me Jan 14 at 6pm for a Bail Reform Townhall. We’ll discuss our new legislation, current challenges, and what’s next. Keeping our community safe starts with open, honest dialogue. Register at the link in our bio. www.mpkristinatd.ca/event-detail...

Met Colonel Jeremy Hansen this week, Mission Specialist on Artemis II & set to be the first non-American to travel into deep space. He follows Canadian greats like Chris Hadfield and Marc Garneau. Canada is proud of him, and we wish him and the whole team a successful mission! ✨

The Swiss Embassy in Canada and U of T’s PRiME hosted a Swiss-Canadian Innovation Symposium on AI-driven precision oncology and drug discovery. Honoured to join Ambassador Olaf Kjelsen, Dr. Molly Shoichet, and my friend Dr. Urs Obrist,my first-year TA!

Yesterday was International Men’s Health Day. I encourage men to prioritize their physical and mental well-being. As a mom to three young men, I know how important this is. I’m grateful for the men in my life and remain committed to supporting their health.

I attended a Palliative Care Coalition of Canada event yesterday, meeting hospice workers, health professionals & advocates. After 5 years on the Townsend Smith Foundation Board, I remain committed to bringing a hospice to Georgetown & Milton and championing end-of-life care in Ottawa.

Joined the Milton Santa Claus Parade with the Tiger Jeet Singh Foundation, bringing joy, generosity, and community spirit year after year. Huge thanks to the organizers and volunteers who make this festive tradition such a highlight!

Last week I visited the Grade 5 class at Park Public School to talk about serving as an MP and how our government works - I was so impressed by their questions and enthusiasm! Thanks to everyone at Park PS for the warm welcome.

Thank you to the organizers, volunteers, sponsors, and all who came out for the 94th Georgetown Santa Claus Parade! 🎅 Special thanks to the Georgetown Lions Club for bringing this tradition to life. Wonderful way to kick off the holiday season together!

Building Canada Strong means building infrastructure that makes us self-sufficient and resilient. The PM announced 6 new nation-building projects in hydro, clean energy, critical minerals, and LNG, to unlock resources, attract investment & creat thousands of careers across Canada

Thank you to the students at Georgetown District High School for an inspiring discussion on civic participation and public service. Your enthusiasm is a powerful reminder of why engaging young people in our democracy matters.

Honoured to join our community in remembrance across Haltonville, Glen Williams, Georgetown & Allendale. Thank you to Legion Branches #120 & #136 for the privilege of laying wreaths on behalf of the Government of Canada. Lest we forget. #RemembranceDay

So proud of our community! ‘A Night in Tuscany’ raised over $550K for a new CT scanner at Georgetown Hospital. Huge thanks to the Foundation team, Emcee Rick Campanelli & all who gave so generously. Grateful to see Drs. Debbie & Paul Zeni again, who delivered all four of our kids.

We face uncertainty and challenges from Trump’s tariffs, but Canada’s fiscal position is strong. Today’s budget delivers new opportunities to grow our economy. Together, we’ll build big, bold, and better.

A Wicked night at the MDHF Emerald Ball! 💚 Grateful for a community that comes together to fund vital hospital equipment & celebrate generosity (with the Jays on in the background!). Truly, there’s no place like home.

Honoured to attend the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 120 Remembrance Dinner last night. As Veterans’ Week begins, we recommit to remembering the price of freedom and the sacrifices of our veterans. Lest we forget.

Had a great visit to Intlvac Thin Film in Georgetown, an industry leader in advanced manufacturing and R&D. Thanks to the team for showcasing your innovation and impact. Your work helps keep Canada competitive and forward-looking.

Congratulations to Saint Benedict’s Parish CWL on their inaugural fundraising gala this Saturday—a beautiful evening raising awareness for breast cancer and the Juravinski Cancer Centre. Thank you to the CWL and all who came out to support!

Had the pleasure of experiencing an incredible evening of world-class choral music in Milton! The Nathaniel Dett Chorale, led by Dr. Brainerd Blyden-Taylor, performed beautifully at St. Paul’s United. Thanks to the Halton Music Project for making it happen!

Happy Diwali! Honoured to join celebrations in Milton & Georgetown—thank you to Festive India, the Hindu Canadian Foundation & Aditee Goswami for the warm welcome. Wishing peace, joy & prosperity to all celebrating!

Joined volunteers, organizers & Halton Hills forestry staff as Trees for Halton Hills planted 150 native trees at Georgetown Fire Hall. Trees are a cost-effective climate solution & planting is great exercise! Thanks to all who spent Saturday making a difference! 🌳

Honoured to emcee the 7th annual Townsend Smith Foundation Candlelight Vigil, a moving night to remember loved ones, reflect on our journey, & look ahead with hope. Proud to support our shared dream of a palliative care hospice here in North Halton.

Pleased to join Schneider Electric in Georgetown to celebrate the opening of their new Canadian Distribution Centre—a major investment in Halton Hills, clean energy & local jobs. Congrats to the team on this exciting milestone!

Great morning at the Halton Hills Chamber of Commerce Power Breakfast with Mayor Ann Lawlor & MPP Joseph Racinsky. We discussed key local issues: housing, infrastructure, business support—and how to keep Halton Hills a great place to live & work

Honoured to attend the naming of the hall at Knox Presbyterian Church for Rev. Barrow, who served Knox & Limehouse churches for over 30 years. I met him 25 yrs ago as a new funeral director—he had a warm smile, sharp wit & deep care for the people of Georgetown.

Spent a sunny Saturday at the 8th annual RunForMilton organized by Mercy 4 Mankind & Ahmadiyya Muslim Youth Assn. Over $100K raised for Milton District Hospital Foundation! Thanks to all runners & amazing volunteers. This is community at its best!

Canadians deserve to feel safe. That’s why our Liberal government is reforming the bail system and toughening the criminal code—to hold violent and repeat offenders accountable and restore confidence in our justice system. #cdnpoli #PublicSafety

Proudly joined Halton Regional Police at the Canadian Police & Peace Officers’ National Memorial Day. Held each September it honours those who gave their lives in service. We remember their sacrifice & thank all who keep our communities safe

On National Day for Truth & Reconciliation we honour the children who never came home, Survivors, their families. Grateful to Grandmother’s Voice for the Walk to Remember the Children, a powerful reminder that reconciliation means action. Every child matters.

Honoured to join the Glen Bicentennial Fair today as Glen Williams celebrates 200 years! Shared a message from PM Mark Carney - thank you to our whole community for making this incredible milestone possible. Here’s to the next 200 years!

Grateful to meet with Chris Kirby, co-founder of The Ironwood Project, a volunteer-run org supporting adult survivors of child sexual abuse and working to prevent future abuse. Thank you for the powerful work you’re doing to heal and protect our community.

Today is the UN International Day of Sign Languages—a time to celebrate the richness of sign languages & the communities, cultures & identities they represent. Thanks to all who celebrated the flag raising this morning!

Yesterday in the House of Commons, I shared the story of the Georgetown Boys—over 100 orphaned Armenian children resettled in Canada in the 1920s. It was our first humanitarian resettlement, setting a lasting example of compassion. Canada can and must remain a force of hope.

Honoured to join Seniors for Climate, Halton Hills Climate Action, and GASP for Draw the Line in Georgetown yesterday. Thank you to all who came together for climate action — across generations, we’re stronger together. #HaltonHills

Today on Armenian Independence Day, we reflect on the deep ties between Canada and Armenia—especially the story of the Georgetown Boys, Canada’s first humanitarian resettlement. A legacy of compassion, courage, and hope. 🇦🇲🇨🇦

Had a wonderful time at Tour the Hills in Georgetown! A beautiful way to explore the countryside while supporting Cancer Assistance Halton Hills. Huge thanks to the organizers, volunteers & riders—your efforts truly make a difference in our community

Cheers to 10 years of the Head for the Hills Craft Beverage Festival! 🍻 Run entirely by volunteers, it supports local charities through Georgetown’s 5 service clubs. Grateful to the organizers for their incredible work and community spirit!

It was a pleasure to attend Pivot Point’s End of Summer BBQ at Country Heritage Park in Milton this wknd. Thank you for the warm welcome & for your impactful work supporting & empowering individuals of all ages with diverse abilities.

Far too many Canadians, especially young people can’t find an affordable home. It’s time to build. This week, the PM launched Build Canada Homes to double housing construction over the next decade. Smart. Sustainable. Scaled. Let’s build Canada strong 🇨🇦

So many friends, neighbours & supporters joined the Adam Malki Walkathon this weekend at Milton Community Sports Park. Funds support a scholarship in Adam’s memory—$21K awarded to 9 MDHS students this June. Thank you to the Malki family for this inspiring legacy.

Had a great time at yesterday’s 5th Annual HerQuest for Hospice Race supporting the Townsend Smith Foundation. Huge thanks to the teams & volunteers who made it such a joyful day! Together, we’re 1 step closer to building North Halton’s first palliative care hospice

I was in Edmonton this week for meetings ahead of our return to Ottawa. Grateful to connect w colleagues working for a better Canada. I’m bringing your priorities from Milton East—Halton Hills South back to Parliament next week. We’re building better 🇨🇦

As the U.S. redefines trade, our government has announced historic trade resilience measures: worker retraining, $5B adaptation fund, Buy Canadian Policy, small biz loans & support for farmers. We're building a stronger, resilient economy.

Today, on Labour Day, we honour the hard work and resilience of workers here in our community and all across Canada. Happy Labour Day!