We’re standing up for Canadian sovereignty, our economy and our workers – today and always. In response to ongoing illegal and unjustified U.S. tariffs, the Government of Canada has a number of programs to support tariff-affected sectors. These include large liquidity loans for sectors like steel and aluminium, Strategic Response Funding for larger businesses, and Regional Tariff Relief that has already flowed to several Guelph businesses helping them diversify or strengthen their operations.

The Business Development Bank of Canada is providing working capital to businesses facing cash-flow shortfalls and consulting services to help them pivot. There are new workshare programs for employers, retraining, and broader EI supports if they are needed. Please contact my office if your business needs help.

More importantly we are investing in ourselves. From major projects to infrastructure, from Build Canada Homes to an ambitious electrification strategy and revitalising our defense sector. We are diversifying our trade relationships. We’re buying Canadian and we are building Canada Strong.

With labour day just a few days ago, it’s timely to say: Guelph and Canada have some of the best workers in the world and we’re training more. That’s why Minister of Jobs and Families, Hon Patty Hajdu, was in Guelph a few weeks ago to announce the launch of Canada’s Advanced Manufacturing Workforce Alliance. We’re also investing $8 billion in the Team Canada Strong initiative to recruit, train and certify up to 100,000 skilled trades workers by 2031.

We’re going to work together to innovate, to protect jobs, strengthen supply chains, diversify markets, and build a more resilient economy.
This is a difficult moment, but we have what we need to support one another and to see it through. We will emerge a stronger, more united and more sustainable country. I, for one, have never been prouder to be Canadian.

P.S. Please contact my office if you need a Canadian flag pin. They’re free!

The Government of Canada is making the largest investment in VIA Rail’s history, committing more than $6.6 billion to renew Canada’s passenger rail fleet and bring passenger rail car manufacturing back to Canada for the first time in 40 years. This will support thousands of jobs, strengthen Canada’s manufacturing and engineering sectors, and generate an estimated $2.26 billion in economic benefits. The new fleet will also help ensure reliable passenger rail service for communities across the country.

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Fuel Tax Relief Extended to Help Lower Costs for Canadians

The Government of Canada is extending the temporary suspension of the federal fuel excise tax until January 31, 2027, followed by a reduced 50% rate through March 31, 2027. As the Iran war has been driving up fuel prices around the world, this helps lower the cost of gasoline by 10 cents/litre, providing savings for families and businesses alike to help ease everyday expenses and support economic growth.

There’s a little more relief in sight mid-September to early October when winter-blend gas returns to the pumps. The winter blend is cheaper to produce because it contains more butane, which is better for cold-weather starts. That often leads to a modest drop in pump prices once the switch occurs.

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Helping More Ontario Students Access Healthy Meals at School

It’s back to school, and the National School Food Program is helping more children access nutritious meals at school while making life more affordable for families. The federal government has doubled funding for school food programs to $140 million annually, helping provide meals to up to 400,000 more children each year. Families with two school-aged children can save an estimated $800 annually on grocery costs, while the program’s permanent status ensures long-term support for students, families, and communities.

Participate in the development of Canada’s first National Water Security Strategy

Today, the Honourable Julie Dabrusin, Minister of Environment, Climate Change and Nature and Minister responsible for the Canada Water Agency (CWA), announced the launch of public engagement to develop Canada’s first National Water Security Strategy. The survey is open from September 9 to October 25, 2026. As a groundwater community, I know this strategy will be important to Guelph.

Minister Dabrusin also announced an investment of $6.6 million in 31 partner-led projects to target the most significant environmental challenges affecting water quality and ecosystem health in the Great Lakes. This is in addition to nearly $6.5 million over four years, starting in 2024-2025, in dedicated funding to the Chiefs of Ontario and Anishinabek Nation to support First Nations’ participation in Great Lakes governance, science, and stewardship.

My office is now accepting applications for the Guelph Federal Youth Council. If you’re between the ages of 17 and 24 and interested in civic engagement, public service, and making your voice heard, I encourage you to apply. Please share if you know someone who may be interested. There’s usually pizza!

Youth Opportunities
Please encourage the teens and young adults in your life to check out these cool opportunities!

Youth Digital Gateway Federal opportunities, resources, programs and services

Refresh Your Résumé! Applications for the House of Commons Page Program open in September 2026. If you’re interested in politics, public service, or gaining hands-on experience in Canada’s democracy, now is the perfect time to start preparing your application. For more information, click here.

Looking for work? The Workforce Planning Board has a fantastic job portal. Check it out: FindYourJob.ca