It was a pleasure to attend the Anchor of Hope Pregnancy & Family Care Centre’s Fall Fundraiser at Central Hastings School. A great evening the even included a live square dance! Congratulations to the organizers, volunteers, and supporters who make programs like this possible!
Met with Eric MacIntosh at AAA Liquidation in Belleville. It's a great stop for unique finds and deals. The store specializes in surplus inventory from online retailers, offering everything from home goods to tools and electronics to seasonal gifts. A perfect place to uncover something unexpected!
Enjoyed celebrating 25 years of ministry for Pastor Andrew Buckingham at Ivanhoe Wesleyan Standard Church. A wonderful milestone of faith, leadership, and community service. Congratulations, Pastor Andrew.
Stopped in to meet Ron Abrams, owner of Performance Sales & Accessories on Hwy 62 in Belleville. Since 1998, PSA has specialized in light truck customization and accessories, offering everything from tonneau covers and lift kits to detailing and full upgrades.
Great to connect with MP Shelby Kramp-Neuman, Mayor Paul Jenkins of Bancroft, and Andra Kauffeldt, General Manager of the Town, to discuss local initiatives and collaboration. Thank you for your leadership and partnership.
We talked about their investment in propane distribution and why it matters for rural households, farms, and small businesses. Thanks to the Stinson team for the tour and for the work you do across our communities.
Met with Chris Eades, Steven Mariasine, and Paul Finniss at W.O. Stinson & Son Ltd. in Napanee. The team graciously showed us their new transfer station and office, and a new delivery truck from their expanded fleet.
Joined the Madoc & District Chamber for morning coffee—great conversation with local entrepreneurs and community leaders. Thanks for the insights and the warm welcome!
Attended the Ontario Autism Coalition breakfast reception—an important opportunity to hear first-hand about the challenges families, advocates, and service providers are facing. Thank you to everyone who shared their experiences and ideas.
Great news for Downtown Napanee: The Italian Counter is now open! Owners Francesca and Roberto Ruzzier are serving fresh pasta, handcrafted sauces, deli sandwiches, desserts, a coffee bar, and more. Welcome to the neighbourhood! I can’t wait to see this become a local favourite.
This support is helping deliver culturally grounded programming for Indigenous families, including workshops, peer groups, and community gatherings that honour Haudenosaunee culture and Kanyen’kehá:ka language.
Back in the House and back to work for Hastings–Lennox & Addington—with a new honour as well. Grateful to join Speaker Donna Skelly and take my first turn in the Speaker’s chair. I’m excited to keep delivering for H-L&A while serving the Legislature in this role.
put more shovels in the ground with municipalities to deliver housing-enabling infrastructure; invest in safe, connected communities through roads, bridges, recreation, and energy; and continue connecting more patients to team-based primary care close to home.
Back in the House for fall session. Even with a broken knee slowing me down, I travelled well over 10,000 km across the riding—not including provincial or inter-provincial events in my Speaker/ministerial duties. Thank you to everyone who took the time to meet with me.
So happy to celebrate Diwali with the Jain family. A beautiful evening—thoughtful decorations, amazing food, and great conversations with the community. There was plenty of joyful dancing; I enjoyed watching this year as my knee heals. Wishing everyone light, health, and happiness!
Great visit with Dennis Oskamp, President of Ecstasy Crafts on Shannonville Rd. They stock and export 10,000+ products across paper crafts, mixed media, parchment art and more, featuring top global brands. A fantastic creative hub in our riding—powering local jobs and creativity.
What we’re recognizing: strengthening civic understanding, inspiring critical thinking about democratic institutions, and fostering active citizenship in the classroom.
Let’s recognize those who lead this vision every day. Nominations close May 31, 2026.
Ontario is launching the Elizabeth Dowdeswell Award for Advancing Democracy through Education—celebrating educators who champion democratic values and civic engagement through innovative teaching.
Who’s eligible: active elementary and secondary educators
