I am disappointed to hear that Thunder Bay City Council is once again considering the Miles Street location for the planned temporary shelter village. Back in November, when it was first being considered, I stated my unequivocal opposition to the site. Nothing has changed since then to make me reconsider my position.

Over the course of the campaign, I had the opportunity to speak with thousands of people across our riding and heard loud and clear both your concerns in the present and your hopes for the future. I will take those conversations with me into this Parliament.

At 12:01 AM today, our closest ally turned its back on us—Donald Trump imposed 25% tariffs on Canada. Many believed it wouldn’t come to this, but here we are.