Newsletter - November 20, 2024
Canada's universal health care system has always been a source of pride in our country, and a model for other countries across the world. That's why our government is committed to improving supports for millions of Canadians to receive the high quality, cost-effective health care they need.
The Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) has become a vital support to over one million Canadians across the country, including over 10,000 right here in Oakville. This month, I visited 16 Mile Dental to see the positive impacts the Canadian Dental Care Plan has had within our community. Patients who qualify for the CDCP have already seen their dental bills reduced by hundreds of dollars, making it easier for seniors, families with children, and adults living with a disability to access timely and affordable oral health care while putting money back in their pockets.
Dental care is health care, and our government considers it vital that all Canadians can access it without worrying about the affordability of care. While the Conservatives continue to vote against benefits like the CDCP, our government will work to ensure even more eligible Canadians are able to access affordable dental care.
In addition, our government has worked to expand Canadians' access to essential medication through our Pharmacare program. Through bilateral agreements with the provinces and territories, Pharmacare will support reproductive freedom by providing up to nine million women in Canada free access to contraception. Additionally, the 3.7 million people in Canada living with diabetes will have universal access to a suite of medications that reduce the risk of serious health complications and improve quality of life.
Everyone in Canada deserves access to the medications they need, regardless of where they live or their ability to pay. Our government will continue to support our health care system and foster healthy communities.
Remembrance Day in Oakville
I am always so honoured and humbled to join our Remembrance Day ceremonies here in Oakville and Bronte each year. Thank you to Oakville Legion Branch 114 and Bronte Legion Branch 486 for their touching tributes to Canada's fallen soldiers, and for all the work they do year-round to support veterans in our community.
Happy Holidays, Oakville!
The holiday season in Oakville is a magical time every year, and there's no better tradition than kicking it off with the Downtown Tree Lighting and Oakville Santa Claus Parade! Thank you to the Downtown BIA, our local merchants, and all our Oakville friends and neighbours who came out to make these events so special.
Celebrating Diwali 2024
Thank you to the Halton Telugu Association for their warmth and welcome at their Diwali celebration this year! Wonderful to connect with members of our community to celebrate the victory of light over darkness.
Canada Summer Jobs 2025 Applications Are Open!
Our government's annual Canada Summer Jobs program supports the creation of thousands of meaningful summer jobs for youth across Canada. Last year, the CSJ program helped create nearly 350 new summer jobs for youth in Oakville, and applications for next year's initiative.If you're a local employer looking for more information on how to apply for CSJ 2025, visit the link on the Government of Canada website here.