Lightnews — Scholar-powered news

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

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

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

#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.

1 1

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

#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 · 23h

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.

1

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

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.

1

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

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

1 1

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

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.

1

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

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

1 1

Sima Acan, 🇨🇦 MP Oakville West @simaacan.bsky.social · 6d

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. 🧡🍁

2

Sima Acan, 🇨🇦 MP Oakville West @simaacan.bsky.social · 9d

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.

5

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

My statement on the reports of a ceasefire:

3

Sima Acan, 🇨🇦 MP Oakville West @simaacan.bsky.social · 11d

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

3

Sima Acan, 🇨🇦 MP Oakville West @simaacan.bsky.social · 12d

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

1

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

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

2

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

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

7

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

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 · 18d

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

2 16 71

Sima Acan, 🇨🇦 MP Oakville West @simaacan.bsky.social · 19d

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.

1

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

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.

1

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

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

2 5

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

#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. 💜

1 6

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

We will continue to work through the Oakville Crime Roundtable on solutions across all levels of government to bring forward the measures needed to combat crime.

1

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

Minister S.Crawford & I joined residents from across Oakville at the Oakville Community Association Crime and Safety Fair to talk about the work being done to keep Oakville and Halton safe.

It was great to hear directly from residents & big thank you to the organizers.

@haltonpolice.bsky.social

1 2

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

Our government remains committed to supporting the environment and encouraging EV adoption while ensuring affordability and infrastructure.

That’s why we’ve paused to review EV mandate and work with the industry on strengthening policies for Canadians and Canadian automakers.

/

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

The government’s efforts to secure tariff relief and begin CUSMA renewal consultations were recognized as key steps toward long-term stability.

In addition to trade and competitiveness, we discussed the EV transition.

1