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January 11, 2024
MP Sheehan announces $7.4M for the Sault Ste. Marie Canal National Historic Site.
Parks Canada is responsible for protecting nationally significant examples of natural and cultural heritage and sharing the stories of these treasured places, including the histories, cultures, and contributions of Indigenous peoples. As cornerstones of Canada’s tourism industry, Parks Canada administered places are committed to providing visitors with high-quality and meaningful visitor experiences and supporting tourism […]
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December 18, 2023
Government of Canada investing over $400,000 in Algoma-area Indigenous-owned business
FedNor support will enable business growth and expanded operations   Terry Sheehan, Member of Parliament for Sault Ste. Marie and Parliamentary Secretary to the Ministers of Labour and Seniors, today announced $442,000 in FedNor funding for the Trucor Steel Structures Inc., an Indigenous-owned and led business. The announcement was made on behalf of the Honourable […]
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December 15, 2023
Statement on the vote at the United Nations
Canada mourns every Israeli and Palestinian innocent life which has been lost in this conflict and express our condolences to all families and communities affected by the violence. Canada continues to unequivocally condemn Hamas’s brutal terrorist attacks against Israel on October 7, including the sexual and gender-based violence, and the killing, maiming, and abduction of […]
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December 12, 2023
MP Sheehan announces further funds delivered to local projects through the Community Services Recovery Fund.
Community Service organizations are at the forefront of addressing community needs. During the pandemic, many of these vital organizations struggled with increased demand for their services, reduced revenues, declines in charitable giving, and a greater reliance on digital tools. Their post-pandemic recovery is key to their continued ability to offer services and adapt to the […]
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December 11, 2023
MP Sheehan announces rollout of new affordable dental care plan.
Oral health is an important part of our overall health and well-being. Regular visits to an oral health professional have proven to reduce the risk of tooth decay, gum disease and other serious health problems, such as cardiovascular disease and stroke. Yet, we know that a third of the people living in Canada do not […]
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December 6, 2023
Minister O’Regan and MP Sheehan announce launch of Union-Led Advisory Table to help workers succeed in Canada’s economic future.
Governments make better economic decisions when we listen to workers. Every major challenge and opportunity we’re facing right now—the energy transition, the housing shortage, climate change—comes down to workers. So workers shouldn’t just have a seat at the table, they should lead it. Terry Sheehan, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Labour and Seniors, joined  […]
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November 9, 2023
MP Sheehan’s statement on the situation in Israel and Gaza.
In recent weeks, I have spoken with representatives of both the Jewish and Muslim communities in Sault Ste. Marie to hear how the violence in Israel and Gaza have been affecting people there, and here at home. I will work with federal, provincial, and local officials to ensure the safety of all and combat hate […]
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November 8, 2023
MP Sheehan pleased local projects funded under the Community Services Recovery Fund.
Community service organizations are at the forefront of addressing community needs. During the pandemic, many of these vital organizations struggled with increased demand for their services, reduced revenues, declines in charitable giving and a greater reliance on digital tools. Their post-pandemic recovery is key to their continued ability to offer services and adapt to the […]
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November 7, 2023
MP Sheehan pays tribute to all Canadians who have served this Veterans Week.
Each year during Veterans’ Week, we encourage Canadians from coast to coast to coast to honour our Veterans and those who have fallen. From the great wars of the first half of the 20th century to the more modern military operations today, millions of Canadians have proudly served our country in uniform. Terry Sheehan, Member […]
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November 3, 2023
Riding of Sault Ste Marie to benefit from new measures announced.
On October 26, 2023, The Prime Minister announced a new list of measures to support Canadians to lower home heating bills. These new measures will ensure Canadians are able to transition to cleaner methods of heating options.   The new measures include doubling the rural top-up for Climate Action Incentive rebates from 10 per cent to […]
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