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Sima Acan, 🇨🇦 MP Oakville West @simaacan.bsky.social · 2d

Wishing everyone in Oakville West and across the world a #Diwali filled with endless light, peace, and happiness. May this festival of lights bring prosperity, health, and good fortune.

#Diwali #FestivalOfLights #OakvilleWest

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Sima Acan, 🇨🇦 MP Oakville West @simaacan.bsky.social · 2d

✨ Happy Diwali! ✨

Known as Festival of Lights, Diwali is celebrated over the span of 5 days and stands to be the symbol of the victory of good over evil, and light over darkness. As families come together in celebration to light diyas and exchange gifts, let’s all spread joy, warmth, and positivity

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Sima Acan, 🇨🇦 MP Oakville West @simaacan.bsky.social · 3d

We explored the different levels of government here in Canada, discussed ideas on how to improve our region, and of course, we all had a great time!

I look forward to welcoming the teams again next month as we take our Youth Council on the road.

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Sima Acan, 🇨🇦 MP Oakville West @simaacan.bsky.social · 3d

This week, we launched the inaugural #YouthCouncil of #OakvilleWest with pizza, politics & ideas.

It was amazing to meet so many young people from right across the riding with a passion for making our community better.

#PoliticsForEveryone

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Sima Acan, 🇨🇦 MP Oakville West @simaacan.bsky.social · 4d

Thank you to everyone who organised these amazing events and thank you for spending your Saturday with me.

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Sima Acan, 🇨🇦 MP Oakville West @simaacan.bsky.social · 4d

#OakvilleWest is made special by its people.

From the Bronte Coat Drive organised by the amazing and tireless volunteers at St Dominic Parish, Walton United Church and Church of the Epiphany through to the vibrant festivities at the Hindu Canadian Foundation’s Deepawali Mahotsav.

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Sima Acan, 🇨🇦 MP Oakville West @simaacan.bsky.social · 5d

#OakvilleWest remains a centre of excellence for bringing forward both the ideas and means to #BuildCanada, thank you to all those who attended.

Sima Acan, 🇨🇦 MP Oakville West @simaacan.bsky.social · 5d

Earlier this week I was proud to host entrepreneurs, innovators and engineers from across the industry. From steel structures, to construction, electrical engineering and more as we discussed how to #BuildCanadaHomes with @gregorrobertson.bsky.social Canada’s Minister for Housing.

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Sima Acan, 🇨🇦 MP Oakville West @simaacan.bsky.social · 7d

Canada’s government is taking an unprecedented approach to tacking the housing crisis. I joined @gregorrobertson.bsky.social to discuss how #BuildCanadaHomes will ensure more supply, less red tape and effective public-private partnerships so we can build affordable housing at scale.

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Sima Acan, 🇨🇦 MP Oakville West @simaacan.bsky.social · 8d

As we work to build Canada Strong building Canadian homes is a large part of that mission and I thank the minister for visiting and reaffirming our shared commitment to building affordable and supportive housing infrastructure.

#Oakville #BuildCanadaHomes #BuildCanadaStrong

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Sima Acan, 🇨🇦 MP Oakville West @simaacan.bsky.social · 8d

This assisted, supportive housing building for seniors is backed by $9.3 million in federal funding through CMHC’s Rapid Housing Initiative. This project is already transforming lives in our community.

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Sima Acan, 🇨🇦 MP Oakville West @simaacan.bsky.social · 8d

Today I was proud to welcome @gregorrobertson.bsky.social, Canada’s Minister of Housing & Infrastructure, and @avankoeverden.bsky.social, Secretary of State for Sport, to 265 Kerr Street in Oakville West. 🇨🇦

#Oakville #BuildCanadaHomes #BuildCanadaStrong

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Sima Acan, 🇨🇦 MP Oakville West @simaacan.bsky.social · 10d

This Thanksgiving is the perfect time to get outside and enjoy the stunning fall colours across #OakvilleWest. Whether it’s a walk along the trails, a visit to Bronte Provincial Park, or time spent with family and friends, let’s take a moment to appreciate the beauty of a Canadian fall. 🧡🍁

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Sima Acan, 🇨🇦 MP Oakville West @simaacan.bsky.social · 13d

Crime is not a partisan issue. While the conservatives are content to use the victims of crime for their tik-tok content I am asking the real questions and the government is taking the real steps needed to keep Canadians safe.

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Sima Acan, 🇨🇦 MP Oakville West @simaacan.bsky.social · 14d

My statement on the reports of a ceasefire:

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Sima Acan, 🇨🇦 MP Oakville West @simaacan.bsky.social · 15d

It was a pleasure to join the National Police Federation's evening on the Hill in Ottawa.

I continue to be inspired by the brave work that our law enforcement does. I remain committed to working with colleagues to strengthen and support our law enforcement, including in #OakvilleWest

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Sima Acan, 🇨🇦 MP Oakville West @simaacan.bsky.social · 16d

An early Thanksgiving gift and an amazing opportunity to celebrate our cultural icons:

Rush announced 2026 tour with new drummer Anika Nilles!

#NeilPeart #Rush #YYZ #RushFiftysomething #CanadaProud

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Sima Acan, 🇨🇦 MP Oakville West @simaacan.bsky.social · 17d

Over the last week, I had the pleasure of visiting three incredible festivals across #OakvilleWest.

✅Harvest Festival in Bronte Creek Provincial Park at the historic Spruce Lane Farm;
✅The Oakville Historical Society Fall Fair;
✅The Bronte Village’s first-ever Fallin’ for Fun Festival

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Sima Acan, 🇨🇦 MP Oakville West @simaacan.bsky.social · 20d

Please see my statement regarding the recent violent attacks towards film.ca

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Sima Acan, 🇨🇦 MP Oakville West @simaacan.bsky.social · 21d

As the sun sets today, Jewish communities across Canada and around the world in observing Yom Kippur, the holiest day in the Jewish calendar.

This sacred time brings families and friends together for fasting, prayer, and reflection. G’mar Chatima Tova to all who are observing.

Sima Acan, 🇨🇦 MP Oakville West @simaacan.bsky.social · 23d

Today, on National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, we honour Survivors of residential schools, their families, and communities. We recommit ourselves to the work of reconciliation, justice, and healing.

#TruthAndReconciliation #everychildmatters🧡 #everychild

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Sima Acan, 🇨🇦 MP Oakville West @simaacan.bsky.social · 23d

Today, I had the pleasure of meeting with the Halton Champions of Innovation (HCI) to discuss how we can strengthen Canadian innovation and better support our start-ups.

Together, we’re building the partnerships that will help Canadian businesses grow, compete, and succeed globally.

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Sima Acan, 🇨🇦 MP Oakville West @simaacan.bsky.social · 24d

It was an honour to be there at Parliament Hill for those who work day in and day out to keep our communities safe. As they continue to protect us, we should all continue to do what we can to recognise and support them.

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Sima Acan, 🇨🇦 MP Oakville West @simaacan.bsky.social · 24d

The Canadian Police & Peace Officers' Memorial Service:

Today, I joined brave Officers of @haltonpolice.bsky.social, OPP, RCMP as well as other police and law enforcement officials from across Canada at the National Police Memorial in Ottawa alongside my colleague @kristinatesser.bsky.social

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Sima Acan, 🇨🇦 MP Oakville West @simaacan.bsky.social · 25d

#GenderEqualityWeek reminds us that gender-based violence is both a crisis of equality and a public safety issue.

Police, community organizations & all levels of govt working together to break the cycle of violence & keep communities safe.

Every person in Canada deserves to live free from fear. 💜

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