Elgin County Drowning Prevention Coalition Awareness
Posted on June 01, 2023 12:20 PM
Elgin County Drowning Prevention Coalition is asking the public to take precaution this water season.
Drowning is fast, silent and preventable.
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1. Never leave children alone near water
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2. Stay within arms’ reach of toddlers and non-swimmers.
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3. Stay by the water’s edge.
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4. Watch every child. Enlist help if needed.
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5. Make sure non-swimmers wear lifejackets.
Recognizing Human Trafficking
Posted on May 09, 2023 12:16 PM
The #KnowHumanTrafficking campaign aims to raise public awareness about human trafficking and educate people about how they can help those at-risk.
Read moreCanada Summer Jobs 2023: Application Period Open
Posted on December 15, 2022 1:41 PM
Attention Employers
The employer application period for Canada Summer Jobs 2023 is open now until Thursday, January 12, 2023.
Conservative MPs on Misconduct Allegations at Gymnastics Canada
Posted on November 22, 2022 3:07 PM
At a news conference in Ottawa, Karen Vecchio, the Conservative critic for women and gender equality and youth, is joined by associate critic Dominique Vien to discuss Gymnastics Canada’s handling of allegations of sexual misconduct. (November 22, 2022)
Read more2022 Remembrance Day Ceremonies in Elgin-Middlesex-London
Posted on November 01, 2022 11:00 AM
On Remembrance Day and throughout Veteran's Week, I encourage all residents of Elgin-Middlesex-London to remember the sacrifice of many Canadians who have fought for throughout our history. Canadians can participate in Acts of Remember by, wearing a poppy, reaching out to a Veteran, or attending a Remembrance Day service.
Read moreNew Horizons for Seniors Program 2022–2023 Call for Proposals for Community-based Projects
Posted on October 04, 2022 12:05 PM
The Government of Canada launches the New Horizons for Seniors Program (NHSP) 2022-2023 call for proposals for community-based projects across Canada.
The community-based stream of the New Horizons for Seniors Program (NHSP) is a federal grant that supports community-based projects that are designed by seniors for seniors.
Liberal government must hold Hockey Canada accountable for their negligence
Posted on July 27, 2022 4:37 PM
Ottawa, ON – John Nater, Conservative Shadow Minister for Canadian Heritage, Richard Martel, Conservative Shadow Minister for Sport, and Karen Vecchio, Conservative Shadow Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Youth, issued the following statement on the two emergency committee hearings concerning Hockey Canada’s handling of sexual assault allegations:
Read morePlatinum Jubilee of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II Celebration in Elgin-Middlesex-London
Posted on June 27, 2022 10:29 AM
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
From the Constituency Office of Karen Vecchio
Member of Parliament for Elgin-Middlesex-London
June 27, 2022
Platinum Jubilee of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II Celebration in Elgin-Middlesex-London
ST. THOMAS, ON- In celebration of the Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth’s Platinum Jubilee, Karen Vecchio, Member of Parliament has awarded 70 deserving individuals in Elgin-Middlesex-London.
Read more2021 Remembrance Day Ceremonies in Elgin-Middlesex-London
Posted on November 03, 2021 10:46 AM
On Remembrance Day and throughout Veteran's Week, I encourage all residents of Elgin-Middlesex-London to remember the sacrifice of many Canadians who have fought for throughout our history. Canadians can participate in Acts of Remember by, wearing a poppy, reaching out to a Veteran, or attending a Remembrance Day service.
Read moreVecchio slams feds for surging inflation rate
Posted on October 25, 2021 1:30 PM
Oct 21, 2021 • 3 days ago • 1 minute read •
The MP for West Elgin and Dutton Dunwich residents slammed the Prime Minister and his government last week for delaying the return of Parliament until late November while inflation numbers have surged to an 18-year high.
Read moreStatement from Karen Vecchio, MP Elect: Inflation Rate Highest Since 2003
Posted on October 21, 2021 2:17 PM
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
From the Constituency Office of Karen Vecchio, Member of Parliament Elect
Federal government’s economic policies result inflation rate highest since 2003
October 20, 2021
St. Thomas, ON – Karen Vecchio, Member of Parliament Elect for Elgin-Middlesex-London,
issued the following statement on a Statistics Canada report that warns inflation is at its highest
point since February 2003:
West Lorne, Dutton Recognize National Day of Truth and Reconciliation
Posted on October 12, 2021 4:08 PM
The raising of the Every Child Matters flag. Among those in the photo are, from left: Mayor Bob Purcell, Chief Adrian Chrisjohn, MP Karen Vecchio, Deputy Warden Dave Mennill, representative of MPP Jeff Yurek, Delaney Leitch. Victoria Acres jpg, WE
Sept. 30 marked The National Day of Truth and Reconciliation, also known as Orange Shirt Day, to recognize the injustice done to the Indigenous Peoples in Canada.
Read moreProjects under the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program in Elgin-Middlesex-London
Posted on July 22, 2021 2:05 PM
The Government of Canada and the Province of Ontario has recently approved numerous projects in our riding under the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program a cost-shared, application-based infrastructure funding opportunity.
Read moreStatement on the Islamophobic Attack in London
Posted on June 07, 2021 4:40 PM
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
From the Office of Karen Vecchio, Member of Parliament
Statement on the Islamophobic Attack in London
June 7, 2021
OTTAWA, ON – In response to new information from City of London Police regarding the crash on Hyde Park Road, Karen Vecchio, Member of Parliament for Elgin-Middlesex-London, issued the following statement:
Read moreMP Vecchio announces eight new community-based projects in Elgin-Middlesex-London to support seniors
Posted on April 21, 2021 10:36 AM
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
From the Constituency Office of Karen Vecchio, Member of Parliament
MP Vecchio announces eight new community-based projects in
Elgin-Middlesex-London to support seniors
April 21, 2021
ST. THOMAS, ON- Today, Karen Vecchio, Member of Parliament for Elgin-Middlesex-London, on behalf of the Government of Canada, announced an investment of $177,524.00 for eight community-based projects in the riding. These projects will help seniors stay active, informed and socially connected within their communities. This funding was awarded through the New Horizons for Seniors Program’s recent call for proposals for community-based projects.
Read moreStatement from MP Karen Vecchio on the 2021 Federal Budget
Posted on April 19, 2021 5:43 PM
Urgent Changes to the Community Volunteer Income Tax Program
Posted on April 07, 2021 12:06 PM
April 7, 2021
St. Thomas, ON- Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and challenges presented to the Community Volunteer Income Tax Program the Office of Karen Vecchio will be assisting the program by providing screening sheets outside of the CASO Station and having drop off hours for completed screening sheets and support documentation.
Read more2020 Community Volunteer Income Tax Program (CVITP)
Posted on March 19, 2021 1:48 PM
The CVITP will be available again this year for low income individuals
Due to COVID-19 the clinics are only accepting drop off income tax information. The returns will be prepare according to the information tax payers have submitted and will be available for pick up the last 2 weeks in April. Identification may be required for pick up.
Read moreGovernment of Canada introduces further restrictions on international travel
Posted on January 29, 2021 4:28 PM
Earlier today, the government announced new restrictions on international travel, including new mandatory measures for those returning to Canada. My office will continue to seek more information as it is released.
Read moreHelplines & Resources
Posted on January 18, 2021 3:16 PM
During this time of increased uncertainty and rapid change, many Canadians are struggling with isolation, financial hardship and anxiety.
Read more‼️Attention Grain Farmers ‼️
Posted on January 18, 2021 8:30 AM
Consultations to improve the Canada Grain Act are taking place right now at the following link:https://www.agr.gc.ca/eng/about-our-department/public-opinion-and-consultations/share-ideas-canada-grain-act-review/?id=1610042594982
Read moreLondon COVID-19 Assessment Centres To Stop Testing for International Travel on January 15, 2021
Posted on January 08, 2021 12:47 PM
Public Service AnnouncementFor Immediate Release
January 7, 2021
LONDON, ON – Effective Friday, January 15, 2021, London COVID-19 Assessment Centres will no longer be testing individuals who are travelling outside of Canada and require a COVID-19 test before travelling or entering their country of destination. This is in compliance with a change in testing criteria from the Province of Ontario.
Office Update January 4, 2021
Posted on January 05, 2021 10:45 AM
As of Monday, January 4, 2021, the constituency office will be closed for walk- in services.
My office will continue serving constituents by phone and email.
Canada Recovery Benefit (CRB)
Posted on October 13, 2020 11:49 AM
The Government of Canada is continuing to support individuals who are not eligible for Employment Insurance and are impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. The Canada Recovery Benefit now open for applications.
Read moreCanada Recovery Sickness Benefit (CRSB) & Canada Recovery Caregiving Benefit (CRCB)
Posted on October 05, 2020 2:22 PM
The Government of Canada is continuing to support individuals who are not eligible for Employment Insurance and are impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. The following benefits are now accepting applications:
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