news-nouvelles

April 5, 2023

2 min read

Brampton South MP Sonia Sidhu tables report with Standing Committee on the Status of Women on the Mental Health of Young Women and Girls in Canada

News Release – Brampton , Ontario  As Vice-Chair of the Standing Committee on the Status of Women, Brampton South MP Sonia Sidhu welcomes the tabling of a new report; “A Step-by-Step Approach to Supporting the Mental Health og Young Women and Girls in Canada” which has several focuses on the various factors that can contribute […]

April 1, 2023

2 min read

Brampton South MP Sonia Sidhu recognizes Sikh Heritage Month

Brampton, Ontario  Brampton South MP Sonia Sidhu is pleased to recognize that April marks the beginning of Sikh Heritage Month across the country. Sikhism began around 1500 Common Era, when Sikhism’s founder, Guru Nanak Dev Ji, began teaching the faith. The practices were formalized by Guru Gobind Singh in 1699. The 10th guru, Guru Gobind […]

March 28, 2023

4 min read

MP Sonia Sidhu welcomes Budget 2023 which will deliver on affordability, healthcare, and clean jobs for Bramptonians and all Canadians

News Release Today, the Honourable Chrystia Freeland, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, presented the Government of Canada’s 2023 budget in the House of Commons. It outlines the government’s plan to invest in the people and communities of Brampton South, and across the country. Canada has made a remarkable recovery from the COVID recession. […]

March 27, 2023

4 min read

Brampton South MP Sonia Sidhu announces $1.6 million to enhance tourism and community infrastructure

News Release – Brampton, Ontario   The Government of Canada is committed to supporting tourism and community infrastructure in southern Ontario by ensuring local businesses, and the organizations that support them, have the tools they need to position themselves for a strong and resilient economic future.   Today, on behalf of the Honourable Filomena Tassi, Minister […]

March 27, 2023

1 min read

Supporting Seniors Aging at Home Survey

Canadians are living longer and healthier lives than previous generations. Many older adults prefer to stay in their homes and communities for as long as possible. The National Seniors Council wants to hear from Canadians about ways to further support those wishing to age in their homes and communities for as long as possible. They will […]

March 20, 2023

2 min read

MP Sonia Sidhu welcomes that the Government of Canada will table Budget 2023 on March 28, 2023

News Release – Brampton, Ontario  Today, MP Sonia Sidhu is pleased to highlight that the Honourable Chrystia Freeland, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, will be presenting the Government of Canada’s 2023 budget in the House of Commons on March 28, 2023, at approximately 4:00 p.m. ET. This budget will detail the government’s plan […]

March 17, 2023

2 min read

MP Sonia Sidhu welcomes Canada’s Minister of Immigration to Brampton South

News Release   Brampton, Ontario    International students enrich communities in Brampton and across the country while playing a crucial role in growing Canada’s economy. That is why today, the Member of Parliament for Brampton South, Sonia Sidhu, hosted a roundtable conversation alongside the Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, at Sheridan […]

March 10, 2023

2 min read

MP Sonia Sidhu participates in the 67th Session of the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW67)

News Release – Brampton, Ontario In Canada, as well as all over the globe, many countries are making advancements in the advocacy and support for women. Supporting women is important in the development and success of society, and it is a prominent focus of Canada to ensure that Canadian women are seen and heard in […]

March 2, 2023

2 min read

MP Sonia Sidhu highlights federal funding to support crisis hotlines for survivors of gender-based violence in Ontario

News Release – Brampton, Ontario Crisis hotlines are an essential lifeline for people affected by gender-based violence. Throughout the pandemic, the demand for crisis hotline services has significantly increased across Canada, and the demand continues to persist. In Peel Region, intimate partner and family violence have become the number one reason for 911 calls, making […]

February 28, 2023

2 min read

MP Sonia Sidhu welcomes Canada’s Minister of Health to Brampton South

News Release – Brampton, Ontario Today, the Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos, Canada’s Minister of Health, and Member of Parliament for Brampton South, Sonia Sidhu, hosted a roundtable discussion with regional diabetes stakeholders, healthcare leaders, and frontline workers. The roundtable discussion provided a valuable opportunity for these experts to share their experiences and perspectives on addressing diabetes […]