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March 27, 2023

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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 […]

February 27, 2023

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Brampton South MP Sonia Sidhu welcomes the major Canadian expansion of AstraZeneca that will create hundreds of jobs in health research and innovation

News Release – Brampton, Ontario When innovation and investments in health research come together to create good middle-class jobs, everyone benefits. That’s why we are supporting researchers and companies in Canada to deliver vaccines, conduct cutting-edge research in life sciences and biomanufacturing, and promote health and safety at home and around the world. Today, Member […]

February 24, 2023

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Brampton South MP Sonia Sidhu welcomes Agreements in Principle to Improve Health Services for Canadians

News Release – Brampton, Ontario Today, the Government of Canada and the Governments of Ontario, Newfoundland & Labrador, Prince Edward Island, Manitoba, New Brunswick and Nova Scotia are taking a crucial next step in delivering better health care for Canadians by announcing an agreement in principle (AIP) for our shared plan that will invest $73.97 […]

February 21, 2023

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Brampton South MP Sonia Sidhu highlights federal funding to Aspire for Higher to establish the Black Health Professionals Network

News Release – Brampton, Ontario Addressing healthcare disparities, providing mentorship and professional development opportunities, increasing representation, and facilitating collaboration and knowledge-sharing among Black health professionals is more important now than ever following COVID-19. That is why today, Sonia Sidhu, Member of Parliament for Brampton South, met with Aspire for Higher to highlight funding provided through […]