March / April Newsletter

I’m humbled, but also proud to be sworn in again as the Member of Provincial Parliament for the great riding of Simcoe-Grey. It was even better to share my swearing in with my family. There is plenty to do as we prepare for some challenging weeks and months ahead. Thank you to the citizens of my riding for the privilege of serving.

I was joined by my wife Susie, mother Meredith and father Bill. My Dad also served as MPP in the Mike Harris government. He always enjoys returning to the Legislature and it’s amazing how many people at Queen’s Park greet my parents. It was a fabulous day!

King Charles III Coronation Medals

It was a terrific day at the beautiful Nottawasaga Inn and Resort as MP Terry Dowdall and I had the privilege of presenting the King Charles III Coronation Medal to 25 deserving recipients.

Congratulations to:

Scott Anderson

Luigi Biffis (presented to the Biffis Family)

Melanie Case

George Christie

Steve Conn

Kevin Cornell

Adam Cosgrove

John Di Poce (presented to the Di Poce Family)

Christine Dineen

Terry Geddes

Raymond Hardisty

Craig Hayman

Donna Jebb

Larry Law

Rory MacKinnon

Patricia Miscampbell

Lindsay Newlove

James Richardson

Ken Templeman

Frank Tilley

Jan Trude

Dr. Peter Vander Zaag

Thomas Vincent

Carolynn Wilson

Sylvia Wilson

One of the recipients was James Richardson. During his 36 year coaching career, Mr. Richardson has mentored and motivated athletes for decades. His passion was and still is, the Special Olympics. Coach Richardson’s coaching and the dedication of his players took his team to the World Special Olympics in Germany in 2023 where the team won gold. When asked about what he liked most about working with athletes with physical and intellectual disabilities, Coach Richardson said, “To be able to work with people who are intellectually disabled and the eagerness that they showed to learn to play the sports and the fun they have playing the sports.”

Spring has sprung!!

After a spectacular winter on our trails and ski hills, the seasons have changed again in Simcoe-Grey. Spring officially arrived at 5:01am on Thursday, March 20th. It’s a great time of year as we transition into and welcome so many new outdoor activities in the riding!

Youth Innovations Test Grant

Look for better ways to support young people

Grassroots work is community-led and community-designed.

Through this grant stream, the Youth Opportunities Fund (YOF) invests in projects led by youth or youth-adult partnerships to improve the social and economic well-being of youth.  

Eligible groups are invited to submit their Expression of Interest no later than April 9 at 5pm. ET.

Learn more here:

https://otf.ca/our-grants/youth-opportunities-fund/youth-innovations-test-grant