OTTAWA, ONTARIO. Today, Lisa Raitt attended the release of the report on “Dementia in Canada: A National Strategy for Dementia-Friendly Communities” where she echoed calls from the Alzheimer’s Society for increased attention, encouraging her colleagues to support a National Dementia Strategy. “I would like to thank Senator Ogilvie, Senator Eggleton and the committee for prioritizing […]
MILTON, ONTARIO. As part of the 308 Conversations initiative Lisa Raitt announced she will host a community event in coordination with the Mental Health Commission of Canada, focused on promoting mental health awareness in Milton. “Having these kinds of conversations in our communities all across Canada will go a long way in raising awareness and […]
Raitt Responds to Gross Domestic Product Numbers March 1, 2016 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TORONTO, ONTARIO—Today, Conservative finance critic Lisa Raitt responded to weaker that expected GDP figures released by Statistics Canada this morning. “Today’s numbers provide further confirmation that Canadians are facing economic uncertainties,” said Conservative finance critic Lisa Raitt. “We need a jobs plan […]
Tuesday, January 19, 2016 For Immediate Release RAITT RESPONDS TO FINANCIAL VULNERABILITY REPORT WINNIPEG, MANITOBA. Today, Lisa Raitt responded to a report from the Office of the Parliamentary Budget Officer on the state of household indebtedness and financial vulnerability in Canada. “This report raises all sorts of red flags and warns of increased household […]
This morning I was officially sworn in as the first ever Member of Parliament for Milton, and as the ceremony concluded, my first thoughts were of you. I would like to express my sincere appreciation for the your support, confidence and your belief in me. Thank you. Since the campaign our caucus has elected our new, […]
Thursday, December 17, 2015 For Immediate Release RAITT TALKS BUDGET WITH MORNEAU Calls on Finance Minister to Consult Canadians TORONTO. ONTARIO. Today, Opposition Finance Critic Lisa Raitt spoke by phone with Minister Bill Morneau as he undertakes the process of preparing the Government’s first budget. Raitt used the opportunity to remind the […]
This time of year, many are focused on the tax filing deadline, fast approaching at the end of April. More Canadians are contributing. More Canadians will receive a T4 this year, and more Canadians are paying taxes. Knowing this, I thought it would be prudent to outline some of our most important programs to ensure […]
OTTAWA, ONTARIO. Today, Lisa Raitt called on Finance Minister Bill Morneau to deliver on his promise of broad and open consultations in preparation of the federal budget. “Comments by both the Finance Minister and Wayne Easter paint a clear picture that the Liberals plan on introducing their first budget without formal hearings from the finance […]