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February 5, 2025

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Federal Government announces critical funding of over $8.4 Million: Funding will Address Homelessness in Sudbury

SUDBURY – The number of unhoused people in Sudbury has risen over the past three years. Today, the Federal Government announced it was providing $8,457,271 in funding to the City of Greater Sudbury to help the municipality cope with the homelessness crisis. The Federal Government’s investment includes: $1,532,256 over two years through the Unsheltered Homelessness […]

February 3, 2025

3 min read

Sudbury Expands School Food Program

SUDBURY – Every child in Sudbury deserves access to healthy food, and the National School Food Program is helping make that a reality. Today, Viviane Lapointe, Member of Parliament for Sudbury, announced the expansion of the National School Food Program in Sudbury, which will provide healthy meal options to students across the region. Better Beginnings, […]

January 30, 2025

3 min read

Sudbury Selected for Two New Immigration Programs to Help Fill Labour Gaps

SUDBURY – The Federal Government announced today that Sudbury is one of only 18 communities selected across the country for a new immigration employment program. Additionally, Sudbury was selected as one of only six communities across Canada for a new  Francophone immigration program. Rural and Francophone minority communities make vital contributions to Canada’s economy, but […]

January 28, 2025

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Government of Canada invests $960,000 to support jobs, businesses and economic development in Greater Sudbury

Viviane Lapointe, Member of Parliament for Sudbury, today announced that the Government of Canada is investing $960,000 to support the ongoing operations of the Nickel Basin Federal Development Corporation (Nickel Basin) for a three-year period. MP Lapointe was joined by Marc G. Serré, Member of Parliament for Nickel Belt and Parliamentary Secretary to the Ministers […]

January 27, 2025

3 min read

Helping build more homes, faster in Greater Sudbury

Today, Nathaniel Erskine-Smith, Minister of Housing, Infrastructure and Communities, alongside Viviane Lapointe, Member of Parliament for Sudbury, Marc G. Serré, Member of Parliament for Nickel Belt, announced over $16 million for the City of Greater Sudbury through the Housing Accelerator Fund. The Government of Canada and the City of Greater Sudbury reached an agreement to […]

January 23, 2025

1 min read

Statement: Viviane Lapointe Endorses Mark Carney

The Liberal leadership race comes at a critical moment for our country. Canadians are seeking a leader who will stand up for Canada’s best interests and I believe that leader is Mark Carney. Canada faces an unprecedented set of serious and complex challenges. These challenges directly affect our community. That is why it was important […]

January 22, 2025

3 min read

MP Lapointe Announces Over $2.3M for Tourism Expansion in Sudbury

SUDBURY – Tourism plays a crucial role in our local economy. Welcoming over 300,000 visitors annually across Science North sites, the popular tourist attraction has become more than just that, they are a leader in education. Supporting this sector is critical to our community’s prosperity and economic growth. Today, Viviane Lapointe, Member of Parliament for […]

January 21, 2025

2 min read

Kivi Park benefits from $281,000 in Federal investments

SUDBURY – Marc G. Serré, Member of Parliament for Nickel Belt and Parliamentary Secretary to the Ministers of Energy and Natural Resources and Official Languages, along with Viviane Lapointe, MP for Sudbury, today announced Federal investment of $281,000 to support Kivi Park. $256,000 from FedNor will help the Kivi Park Community Foundation improve and expand […]

January 15, 2025

5 min read

Op Ed – Trump’s Second Presidency, Our Economy, Our Jobs, Our Water and our Sovereignty

President-elect Trump has been openly musing in his trademark style about his intentions for Canada.  What began as an economic threat to Canada in the form of a 25% tariff has evolved – or devolved – into what many correctly perceive to be a threat to Canada’s sovereignty with the suggestion we become the 51st […]

January 13, 2025

3 min read

Federal Government Delivers Big Savings for Working Families with Lower Child Care Fees

SUDBURY – Starting in January, families will enjoy big reductions in their child care fees with costs now capped at $22 per day. The average cost in Ontario is set to be at $19 per day. This cost-saving measure comes as a result of the federal government’s commitment to affordable child care. The $22 cap […]