Kelly: Budget work continues
Happy Friday! I hope everyone had the opportunity to enjoy time with their families or found some time to share with their loved ones and friends.
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Read moreLetter: Writer wants focus on homelessness prevention
Canada is facing a wave of new homelessness, in the face of inflation and the ongoing impact of the pandemic.
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Kelly: Winter carnivals and budget meetings
As the community thaws out after a quick deep freeze and some unwelcome snow squalls, our office continues the business of helping to solve issues and representing the needs and wants of the people of West Carleton–March.
Read moreNFU encourages land donations for Community Land Trusts
The following op-ed piece was submitted by the National Famers Union Farmland committee member Jon Gagnon.
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Good News Story: What the world needs now
To say the last few years have been a turbulent and worrisome period might be an understatement. In today’s climate it’s easy to lose faith in humanity.
Read moreSudds: This week’s caucus retreat
I’m excited to pick things up and continue advocating on your behalf. We accomplished a lot last year, and I’m eager to build on that progress while also addressing the issues that matter most to you.
Read moreNFU: Next food inspection president must avoid ‘regulatory capture’
OPINION – According to the media outlet Real Agriculture, Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) President Siddika Mithani announced her decision to step down effective Jan. 20, via a letter sent to colleagues and industry partners.
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Kelly: Vacant Tax Unit unboxed
In May of 2022, the previous City Council passed a motion that would be used to create a Vacant Unit Tax in the city of Ottawa. The City’s stated goal was “to change behaviour” to help blunt the rising cost of housing by introducing more supply into a housing market experiencing shortages, which was seen as a cause for keeping prospective homeowners out of the market.
Read moreFarmland preservation, strong rural communities OFA 2023 priorities
OPINION – The start of a new year is often a time for resolution and goal setting. Whether that goal is to walk more steps each day, grow a better tomato or win first place at the 4-H club show, each one requires us to look at what we want to achieve and find ways to get there.
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