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I support the safe and sustainable practice of hunting in Canada. As residents of northern Ontario, hunting is a tradition that forms part of our heritage. As Chair of the Northern Ontario Caucus, I can assure you we have been advocating for the rights of hunters and other law-abiding gun owners. Concerning the government’s action […]

As many of you may know, I was born in Elliot Lake, the proud daughter of a miner. Representing Sudbury, I can tell you it still runs through my veins. Mining has always been one of Canada’s economic cornerstones. Today, this sector matters more than ever. There is growing global appreciation that a cleaner, net zero […]

SUDBURY – Critical minerals are not just the building blocks of clean technology like solar panels and electric vehicle batteries – they are a key ingredient for creating middle class jobs and growing a strong, globally competitive Canadian economy. The move towards a global net-zero economy is generating a significant increase in demand for critical […]

SUDBURY – Today, Viviane Lapointe, Member of Parliament for Sudbury, announced $158,469 in funding for the development of an electric bus feasibility study and a fleet transition plan. “Zero-emission transit is vital in reducing greenhouse gas emissions and reaching net-zero by 2050. This funding will lay the groundwork for Sudbury to transition to a full […]

SUDBURY – Member of Parliament for Sudbury, Viviane Lapointe, says the new National Occupational Classification (NOC) is a good boost for local employers and businesses in Sudbury. Last week, the federal government announced the implementation of NOC as part of the Express Entry system of the Immigration Ministry. With the new program, newcomers with specific […]

In honour and in commemoration of Her Majesty the Queen, and the 70 years she served on the throne, Member of Parliament for Sudbury, Viviane Lapointe, will be recognizing Sudbury volunteers with a special limited-edition commemorative pin, and a certificate of recognition. “Her Majesty the Queen devoted her life to the service of people and […]

Greater Sudbury is one the first cities in Ontario to sign onto the Federal government’s  Canada-wide Early Learning and Child Care (ELCC) initiative. As a result, many Greater Sudbury parents have already received their rebate cheques and new daycare fee structure. More than 2,000 local children qualify for the new $10-dollar-a-day regulated childcare initiative. Families […]

Sudbury Member of Parliament Viviane Lapointe announced her support for Health Canada’s launch of a Coalition of Health Care Workers. The Coalition held its first meeting today. “Healthcare workers know best the workforce crisis our system is currently facing. They also know best how to tackle the health workforce issues and develop real solutions,” stated […]

Yesterday, Viviane Lapointe, MP for Sudbury and Chair of the Northern Ontario Caucus, presented to the Ontario Commission for the 2022 Federal Electoral District Redistribution. The Proposal of the Federal Electoral Boundaries Commission for Ontario was officially released in August with a proposal to decrease the number of federal ridings in northern Ontario from ten […]

Sudbury, ON – Today, Member of Parliament for Sudbury, Viviane Lapointe, announced $600,000 to help support two small businesses in Sudbury. The funding is being made available through FedNor, and on behalf of the Honourable Patty Hajdu,  Minister of Indigenous Services and Minister responsible for FedNor. Feather Company Ltd. is receiving $500,000 to support late-stage […]