Canada to push for two state solution in the Middle East
I want to remind you that the Canada Strong Pass in still in effect until Sept. 2. Let’s discover the country we call home. From June 20 to Sept. 2, the Canada Strong Pass opens the doors to national parks, museums, galleries, and historic sites, helping families make memories, save money, and celebrate what unites us as Canadians.
I want to acknowledge the concerns and the messages of many of you regarding the Israel-Palestine war. I want to firmly express that the crisis in Gaza has reached an unbearable point. Families are going without food, water, and basic care. It’s unbearable, and it cannot continue.
The Prime Minister was clear in his statement confirming that “Canada condemns the Israeli government’s failure to prevent the rapidly deteriorating humanitarian disaster in Gaza. Israel’s control of aid distribution must be replaced by comprehensive provision of humanitarian assistance led by international organizations. Many of these are holding significant Canadian funded aid which has been blocked from delivery to starving civilians. This denial of humanitarian aid is a violation of international law.
“Canada calls on all sides to nego-tiate an immediate ceasefire in good faith. We reiterate our calls for Hamas to immediately release all the hostages, and for the Israeli government to respect the territorial integrity of the West Bank and Gaza.
“Canada supports a two-state solution which guarantees peace and security for Israelis and Palestinians. Canada will work intensively in all fora to further that end, including through the participation of the Minister of Foreign Affairs at the UN High Level Conference on a Two State Solution in New York next week.”
On July 24, I hosted a meet-and-greet at the Orléans Bowling Centre with some of Orléans 2025 Canada Summer Jobs (CSJ) employers and their employees. It was great to hear how this program played an instrumental role in the delivery of their summer programming, camps, and activities.
The CSJ program 2025 helped over 88 organi-zations in our community of Orléans by providing job opportunities to 256 young individuals aged between 15 and 30, thanks to an investment of nearly $1.2 million by the federal government.
Lastly, I would like to let you know that I will be hosting, in partnership with my colleague MPP Stephen Blais, our annual Corn Roast & BBQ on Aug. 28 at Petrie Island from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Save the date for lots of fun for the whole family and, of course, some good local corn and BBQ!
TRIVIA NIGHT every Tuesday night at the Royal Oak Pub Orléans from 7:30 p.m. Free to play and prize for the winning team! The Royal Oak is located at 1981 St. Joseph Blvd. near the corner of Jeanne d’Arc Blvd. For more information visit 
ORLEANS FARMERS MARKET every Thursday from 11 am to 4 pm in the parking lot at the Ray Friel Recreation Centre on Tenth Line Road. Shop the freshest seasonal produce, meat and dairy, baked goods, prepared foods, crafts and more while getting to know the folks who grew and made it.
THE STRAY DOG BREWING COMPANY presents Emma Houlahan and Tim Loten, together known as Bin Echo, live and in concert from 8 p.m. Tickets $10 in advance and 415 at the door. The Stray Dog Brewing Company is located at 501 Lacolle Way in the Taylor Creek Business Park.
CUMBERLAND FARMERS MARKET from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the R.J. Kennedy Arena in Cumberland Village with 85 local farmers and vendors ready to showcase their freshest produce, handmade goods, and unique finds! FREE ADMISSION.
