Catherine Fife
@waterloompp.bsky.social
Member of Provincial Parliament (MPP) for Waterloo, Ontario (2012/14/18/22/25); Shadow Minister for Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade; https://linktr.ee/cfifekw
Come and meet Santa at today's FREE Family Skate from noon to 2pm at Piller's Rink, Rim Park! Thanks to the KW Community Spirit Lions Club for hosting this fun, family event on the ice. Join the community and celebrate the season ❄️⛸️
November 30, 2025 at 3:59 PM
Come and meet Santa at today's FREE Family Skate from noon to 2pm at Piller's Rink, Rim Park! Thanks to the KW Community Spirit Lions Club for hosting this fun, family event on the ice. Join the community and celebrate the season ❄️⛸️
"The Business Development Bank of Canada says if Canadians re-direct $100 more of their existing holiday budget to Canadian products, they will inject about $13 billion into the economy." 🇨🇦
#ShopLocal #SupportLocal
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As Black Friday heralds the holiday shopping rush, are we still dedicated to Buying Canadian? | CBC News
Despite recent data suggesting the Buy Canadian movement is losing steam, some business owners are hopeful the boom they've been seeing will continue through Black Friday sales and throughout the holi...
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November 29, 2025 at 3:11 PM
"The Business Development Bank of Canada says if Canadians re-direct $100 more of their existing holiday budget to Canadian products, they will inject about $13 billion into the economy." 🇨🇦
#ShopLocal #SupportLocal
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#ShopLocal #SupportLocal
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The Canadian Centre for Child Protection’s recent report reveals the online sexual victimization teens face on social media platforms. They found that 93% of teen victims believe the gov should legally force apps and platforms to prevent harm online. Let’s get to work to protect our youth. #onpoli
November 27, 2025 at 7:31 PM
The Canadian Centre for Child Protection’s recent report reveals the online sexual victimization teens face on social media platforms. They found that 93% of teen victims believe the gov should legally force apps and platforms to prevent harm online. Let’s get to work to protect our youth. #onpoli
November 25 was International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women. Each year, the Ontario Association of Interval and Transition Houses (OAITH) collects the names of femicide victims in Ontario. This year, 43 women were murdered by men. These women mattered - They deserve justice.
November 27, 2025 at 5:21 PM
November 25 was International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women. Each year, the Ontario Association of Interval and Transition Houses (OAITH) collects the names of femicide victims in Ontario. This year, 43 women were murdered by men. These women mattered - They deserve justice.
Congratulations to Jenn Pfenning on being reelected for her second term as president of the National Farmers Union. Jenn is a passionate advocate of local, sustainable agriculture. As a family owner of Pfennings Organic Farm in Wilmot, she is a tireless warrior in the #FightForFarmland.
November 25, 2025 at 4:22 PM
Congratulations to Jenn Pfenning on being reelected for her second term as president of the National Farmers Union. Jenn is a passionate advocate of local, sustainable agriculture. As a family owner of Pfennings Organic Farm in Wilmot, she is a tireless warrior in the #FightForFarmland.
Thanks to Asma Alwahsh from the Canadian Arab Women's Association for meeting with me to discuss how she & her team are connecting, supporting & empowering Arab women in our Region & beyond. This helps to increase representation in the broader community, public service & elected office.
November 24, 2025 at 7:32 PM
Thanks to Asma Alwahsh from the Canadian Arab Women's Association for meeting with me to discuss how she & her team are connecting, supporting & empowering Arab women in our Region & beyond. This helps to increase representation in the broader community, public service & elected office.
The Waterloo Knights of Columbus is holding its New Toys For Needy Kids annual toy drive. Every year, they collect and distribute toys to needy children at Christmas, and they're asking for the community's help. Find out how to donate at waterlooknightsofcolumbus.com/toy-drive/.
#SupportLocal
#SupportLocal
November 23, 2025 at 10:11 PM
The Waterloo Knights of Columbus is holding its New Toys For Needy Kids annual toy drive. Every year, they collect and distribute toys to needy children at Christmas, and they're asking for the community's help. Find out how to donate at waterlooknightsofcolumbus.com/toy-drive/.
#SupportLocal
#SupportLocal
The May Court Club KW pays it forward and makes shopping cool! I met with Karen Falkenstern at the club's store in Belmont Village to learn more about annual Christmas Dreams fundraising campaign. Support them at www.maycourtclubofkw.org/christmas-dreams-34/. #SupportLocal
November 21, 2025 at 10:31 PM
The May Court Club KW pays it forward and makes shopping cool! I met with Karen Falkenstern at the club's store in Belmont Village to learn more about annual Christmas Dreams fundraising campaign. Support them at www.maycourtclubofkw.org/christmas-dreams-34/. #SupportLocal
Last Spring I tabled my motion asking the Ontario Govt to establish a strategy to protect children from online harm and warn parents of the risks. They have yet to move. #onpoli www.ctvnews.ca/politics/article/child-advocates-urge-government-to-bring-back-online-harms-legislation/
November 21, 2025 at 6:21 PM
Last Spring I tabled my motion asking the Ontario Govt to establish a strategy to protect children from online harm and warn parents of the risks. They have yet to move. #onpoli www.ctvnews.ca/politics/article/child-advocates-urge-government-to-bring-back-online-harms-legislation/
My new 2026 calendar is available now! I won't be doing my usual community wide mailing this year, but if you call my community office at 519-725-3477 or email [email protected], my team will send one directly to you. You can also pick up a copy in person from 100 Regina St. S.
November 20, 2025 at 9:03 PM
My new 2026 calendar is available now! I won't be doing my usual community wide mailing this year, but if you call my community office at 519-725-3477 or email [email protected], my team will send one directly to you. You can also pick up a copy in person from 100 Regina St. S.
The government has forced through #Bill33 without public consultation or meaningful debate. While Ford has tried to silence the public, educators are here at Queen's Park in large numbers to make sure that their voices are heard. #onpoli #DemocracyNow
November 19, 2025 at 7:34 PM
The government has forced through #Bill33 without public consultation or meaningful debate. While Ford has tried to silence the public, educators are here at Queen's Park in large numbers to make sure that their voices are heard. #onpoli #DemocracyNow
If you have concerns about where provincial funds are being invested or NOT invested. Please consider weighing in on #Budget2026 - www.ola.org/en/apply-committees. Reach out with questions. #onpoli
November 19, 2025 at 5:05 PM
If you have concerns about where provincial funds are being invested or NOT invested. Please consider weighing in on #Budget2026 - www.ola.org/en/apply-committees. Reach out with questions. #onpoli
This situation keeps getting worse. Shame on the govt for betraying people who put their faith in them. What they got in return was many months of waiting in vain for a decision. Patience was rewarded with a callous email on Friday to tell them it was all for nothing. #onpoli
November 19, 2025 at 2:30 PM
This situation keeps getting worse. Shame on the govt for betraying people who put their faith in them. What they got in return was many months of waiting in vain for a decision. Patience was rewarded with a callous email on Friday to tell them it was all for nothing. #onpoli
Yesterday, I presented the Stop Ford's Attack on Tenant Rights petition. On Sunday, I hosted a housing forum, inc the doc Thinking Beyond the Market. We'll never stabilize the economy without a strong housing strategy, which ON doesn't have. #onpoli @briandoucet.bsky.social @acornunion.bsky.social
November 18, 2025 at 6:38 PM
Yesterday, I presented the Stop Ford's Attack on Tenant Rights petition. On Sunday, I hosted a housing forum, inc the doc Thinking Beyond the Market. We'll never stabilize the economy without a strong housing strategy, which ON doesn't have. #onpoli @briandoucet.bsky.social @acornunion.bsky.social
Thanks to everyone who came to our free screening of the documentary "Thinking Beyond the Market" by Dr Brian Doucet. The panel discussion that followed left me feeling positive & optimistic about housing possibilities for the future. #onpoli
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@briandoucet.bsky.social @acornunion.bsky.social #YWCAWR
November 16, 2025 at 11:12 PM
Thanks to everyone who came to our free screening of the documentary "Thinking Beyond the Market" by Dr Brian Doucet. The panel discussion that followed left me feeling positive & optimistic about housing possibilities for the future. #onpoli
@briandoucet.bsky.social @acornunion.bsky.social #YWCAWR
@briandoucet.bsky.social @acornunion.bsky.social #YWCAWR
It was a pleasure meeting some of the passionate members of May Court Club KW at their consignment store in Belmont Village. These female leaders raise funds to serve & support women and children in need in our community. Thank you for caring and making a difference.
November 15, 2025 at 8:28 PM
It was a pleasure meeting some of the passionate members of May Court Club KW at their consignment store in Belmont Village. These female leaders raise funds to serve & support women and children in need in our community. Thank you for caring and making a difference.
Mornings do shine brightly at Eggstatic's new Waterloo location! Experience the beautiful fusion of breakfast classics and Middle Eastern flavours. Welcome to the Laurelwood neighbourhood. #ShopLocal #SupportLocal
November 14, 2025 at 2:04 PM
Mornings do shine brightly at Eggstatic's new Waterloo location! Experience the beautiful fusion of breakfast classics and Middle Eastern flavours. Welcome to the Laurelwood neighbourhood. #ShopLocal #SupportLocal
More than 53,000 adults with intellectual disabilities in ON are still waiting for vital services. Decades of delay have left too many at risk of homelessness, exploitation & poverty. This cannot continue. Sign the petition at Waiting2Belong.ca. #WaitingToBelong www.youtube.com/watch?v=PmlJH93O8iE
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November 13, 2025 at 5:25 PM
More than 53,000 adults with intellectual disabilities in ON are still waiting for vital services. Decades of delay have left too many at risk of homelessness, exploitation & poverty. This cannot continue. Sign the petition at Waiting2Belong.ca. #WaitingToBelong www.youtube.com/watch?v=PmlJH93O8iE
Last week, MPP Sol Mamakwa and I pressed the Ford government on why Ontario taxpayers will have to foot the bill for the legal fallout of their unconstitutional Bill 5. Ontarians shouldn’t pay for this government’s mistakes. #onpoli
November 12, 2025 at 10:46 PM
Last week, MPP Sol Mamakwa and I pressed the Ford government on why Ontario taxpayers will have to foot the bill for the legal fallout of their unconstitutional Bill 5. Ontarians shouldn’t pay for this government’s mistakes. #onpoli
FULLY BOOKED! This Sun Nov 16 at Princess Cinemas, I'll be hosting a FREE screening of the affordable housing doc "Thinking Beyond the Market", followed by a panel discussion. The topic is so popular that I booked a second theatre - and now that's filled, too! #onpoli @briandoucet.bsky.social
November 12, 2025 at 8:55 PM
FULLY BOOKED! This Sun Nov 16 at Princess Cinemas, I'll be hosting a FREE screening of the affordable housing doc "Thinking Beyond the Market", followed by a panel discussion. The topic is so popular that I booked a second theatre - and now that's filled, too! #onpoli @briandoucet.bsky.social
Across Ontario, more than 53,000 adults with developmental disabilities are currently on waitlists for essential supports & services. Thank you to KW Habilitation CEO Ann Bilodeau for sharing details of their great work at the community level, despite the chronic underfunding of this sector. #onpoli
November 12, 2025 at 7:47 PM
Across Ontario, more than 53,000 adults with developmental disabilities are currently on waitlists for essential supports & services. Thank you to KW Habilitation CEO Ann Bilodeau for sharing details of their great work at the community level, despite the chronic underfunding of this sector. #onpoli
At the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month, our community paused for 2 minutes silence to honour those who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving their country. We will remember them. #LestWeForget #RemembranceDay
November 11, 2025 at 6:29 PM
At the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month, our community paused for 2 minutes silence to honour those who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving their country. We will remember them. #LestWeForget #RemembranceDay
Thx to leadership at Cabinono (Marc, Derek, Tyler) for the tour & sharing your goal of 1 mil homes in the next 10 yrs. We need this kind of ambition on the housing front 👏👏Delivering missing middle housing at scale, on under-utilized land is key to bringing homes to communities. Sign me up! #onpoli
November 11, 2025 at 2:42 PM
Thx to leadership at Cabinono (Marc, Derek, Tyler) for the tour & sharing your goal of 1 mil homes in the next 10 yrs. We need this kind of ambition on the housing front 👏👏Delivering missing middle housing at scale, on under-utilized land is key to bringing homes to communities. Sign me up! #onpoli
It was a pleasure meeting with Ontario Medical Association President Dr. Abdurrahman this morning to discuss family health teams, consistent professional training standards, and the OMA's response to views on last week's provincial Fall Economic Statement. #onpoli
November 10, 2025 at 5:12 PM
It was a pleasure meeting with Ontario Medical Association President Dr. Abdurrahman this morning to discuss family health teams, consistent professional training standards, and the OMA's response to views on last week's provincial Fall Economic Statement. #onpoli
Today, November 8, is #IndigenousVeteransDay. The beaded poppy is a symbol of respect for Indigenous Veterans that draws attention to the unique contributions and sacrifices of Indigenous, Métis and Inuit military service members.
#CanadaRemembers #LestWeForget
#CanadaRemembers #LestWeForget
November 8, 2025 at 7:20 PM
Today, November 8, is #IndigenousVeteransDay. The beaded poppy is a symbol of respect for Indigenous Veterans that draws attention to the unique contributions and sacrifices of Indigenous, Métis and Inuit military service members.
#CanadaRemembers #LestWeForget
#CanadaRemembers #LestWeForget