Investing in SSM

Today, Terry Sheehan, Member of Parliament for Sault Ste. Marie, announced funding of nearly $14,825,000 million to help support the predevelopment process of nine indigenous housing projects by the Sault-based Ontario Aboriginal Housing Services (OAHS) over a 3-year period. This is part of an investment of over of $96 million from Housing, Infrastructure, and Communities […]

Rural communities make vital contributions to Canada’s economy and culture, but they frequently face unique labour market and demographic challenges as the majority of Canadians and newcomers settle in Canada’s urban centres. In particular, the Rural and Northern Immigration Pilot (RNIP) was successful in connecting businesses and employers in remote communities with the skilled newcomers […]

To make progress towards solving the housing crisis we need to build more homes at prices that Canadians can afford, faster. To do this we need to end restrictive zoning and speed up permitting, and add greater density, especially near transit and post-secondary institutions. The Housing Accelerator Fund (HAF) will cut this red tape and […]

To make progress towards solving the housing crisis we need to build more homes at prices that Canadians can afford, faster. To do this we need to end restrictive zoning and speed up permitting, and add greater density, especially near transit and post-secondary institutions. The Housing Accelerator Fund (HAF) will cut this red tape and […]

Canadians deserve to age with dignity. That comes down to choice, to affordability, to inclusion, and to community. The New Horizons for Seniors Program creates those opportunities for seniors to be more connected, supported and active members of their communities. Today, Terry Sheehan, Member of Parliament for Sault Ste. Marie and Parliamentary Secretary to the […]

The federal government is supporting the construction of Trinity Tower, a 108-unit housing project in Sault Ste.Marie. This investment is part of the federal government’s broader commitment through the Affordable Housing Fund which includes previously announced investments to build and repair over 1,033 homes in Sault Ste. Marie. Operated by the Cara Community Corporation, this […]

Today, Terry Sheehan, Member of Parliament for Sault Ste. Marie, announced $177,000 in funding for the Garden River First Nation, the Mississauga First Nation and the Thessalon First Nation for knowledge gathering projects related to sharing the Indigenous history of Fort St. Joseph National Historic Site to support the inclusion and representation of authentic Indigenous […]

Terry Sheehan, MP for Sault Ste. Marie, is pleased to announce the delivery $81,000 toward the Centre d’éducation et de formation pour adultes (CÉFA). The grant is delivered the Employment and Social Development Canada’s Enabling Accessibility Fund, and was used to make accessibility upgrades to the education centre and will give people in the community […]

The Government of Canada is dedicated to protecting biodiversity by conserving 30 per cent of land, inland waters, and marine areas by 2030. Connecting these areas is crucial to maintaining thriving ecosystems and ensuring species can move freely, adapt to a changing climate, and find suitable habitat to survive and thrive. Today, Terry Sheehan, MP […]

Protecting Canada’s natural landscapes and freshwater ecosystems is vital to addressing biodiversity loss, fighting climate change, and building resilience. Indigenous Peoples, as stewards of these lands since time immemorial, bring invaluable experience and Indigenous knowledge essential to safeguarding our land, water, and ice for generations to come. Today, Terry Sheehan, Member of Parliament for Sault […]