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Greg Rickford

@gregrickford

MPP for Kenora—Rainy River

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Today, the Alberton community came together to celebrate Millennium Park's official opening.   Through the NOHFC & Ontario Trillium Foundation, our government is a proud partner of this revitalized space, ensuring kids of all ages have a welcoming place to make memories—just in time for summer.

Today, the Alberton community came together to celebrate Millennium Park's official opening.
 
Through the <a href="/NOHFC/">NOHFC</a> &amp; <a href="/ONTrillium/">Ontario Trillium Foundation</a>, our government is a proud partner of this revitalized space, ensuring kids of all ages have a welcoming place to make memories—just in time for summer.
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The Grand Finale Centre — an integral seniors hub for connection & wellness — is now officially recognized as a Seniors Active Living Centre.   Our $50K investment supports expanded programming at Emo’s Knox United Church, strengthening community ties for seniors in the Northwest

The Grand Finale Centre — an integral seniors hub for connection &amp; wellness — is now officially recognized as a Seniors Active Living Centre.
 
Our $50K investment supports expanded programming at Emo’s Knox United Church, strengthening community ties for seniors in the Northwest
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Having strong, skilled care teams is key to helping children & youth with autism thrive in the communities they call home.   Our additional $800K investment through the OAP’s Workforce Capacity Fund ensures FIREFLY and Kenora-Rainy River Child & Family Services can continue making a difference for local families.

Having strong, skilled care teams is key to helping children &amp; youth with autism thrive in the communities they call home.
 
Our additional $800K investment through the OAP’s Workforce Capacity Fund ensures FIREFLY and <a href="/KRRCFS/">Kenora-Rainy River Child & Family Services</a> can continue making a difference for local families.
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The opening of the St. Louis Early Learning Child Care Centre is an exciting time for young families in Keewatin. With 15 new childcare spaces and incredible community partnerships, we are creating opportunities for children & setting them up for success — right from the start.

The opening of the St. Louis Early Learning Child Care Centre is an exciting time for young families in Keewatin.

With 15 new childcare spaces and incredible community partnerships, we are creating opportunities for children &amp; setting them up for success — right from the start.
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The long-anticipated Norman Park project is complete and ready for families of all ages. Located on the shores of beautiful Lake of the Woods, this fully accessible space is a testament of what can be achieved when government programs and community partners work together.

The long-anticipated Norman Park project is complete and ready for families of all ages. 

Located on the shores of beautiful Lake of the Woods, this fully accessible space is a testament of what can be achieved when government programs and community partners work together.
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Happy Canada Day from the Kenora Harbourfront! 🇨🇦 Here in the heart of Northwestern Ontario, we came together to celebrate this incredible country we call home. A day filled with true Canadian spirit — there’s no better place to be.

Happy Canada Day from the Kenora Harbourfront! 🇨🇦

Here in the heart of Northwestern Ontario, we came together to celebrate this incredible country we call home. A day filled with true Canadian spirit — there’s no better place to be.
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Summer in the Northwest is about coming together to enjoy good food with great company. This afternoon, we gathered at Silver Tops Seniors Centre in Ignace for our annual community BBQ to celebrate the families, community members, and first responders that keep our region strong

Summer in the Northwest is about coming together to enjoy good food with great company.

This afternoon, we gathered at Silver Tops Seniors Centre in Ignace for our annual community BBQ to celebrate the families, community members, and first responders that keep our region strong
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The Ignace Recreation Centre is more than a home to local sports teams – it’s where community-driven partnerships take root.   Today’s $935,550 investment through the Community Sport & Recreation Infrastructure Fund will keep this space safe, reliable & welcoming all year-round.

The Ignace Recreation Centre is more than a home to local sports teams – it’s where community-driven partnerships take root.
 
Today’s $935,550 investment through the Community Sport &amp; Recreation Infrastructure Fund will keep this space safe, reliable &amp; welcoming all year-round.
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Members of the Dryden OPP Detachment are looking forward to their new detachment, here in Ignace.   Announced yesterday, this state-of-the-art facility will ensure frontline officers have the space & resources they need to protect families across the region. Congrats, OPP North West Region.

Members of the Dryden OPP Detachment are looking forward to their new detachment, here in Ignace.
 
Announced yesterday, this state-of-the-art facility will ensure frontline officers have the space &amp; resources they need to protect families across the region. Congrats, <a href="/OPP_NWR/">OPP North West Region</a>.
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Applications are open for the 6th round of OJEP intakes. Our enhanced streams empower Indigenous partners to lead in developing Ontario’s world-class critical mineral resources. Another tool we’re using to create lasting economic partnerships for First Nations communities.

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The roadwork underway on Third Street West and Scott Street in Fort Frances is proudly supported by our government’s Connecting Links program.   Together with Mayor Hallikas, we’re ensuring families & businesses in the Northwest have the reliable road infrastructure they deserve.

The roadwork underway on Third Street West and Scott Street in Fort Frances is proudly supported by our government’s Connecting Links program.
 
Together with Mayor Hallikas, we’re ensuring families &amp; businesses in the Northwest have the reliable road infrastructure they deserve.
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In the face of U.S. tariffs & economic uncertainty, Ontario is working with Alberta to build new pipelines, rail lines and other energy and trade infrastructure. Listen to our plan to build a more competitive, more resilient and more self-reliant economy. ⤵️

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Our government launched a new program to ensure more seniors and people with disabilities can stay active in their communities.   To learn more about our EASE grant and the accessibility projects that qualify for up to $60,000, visit: news.ontario.ca/en/release/100…

Our government launched a new program to ensure more seniors and people with disabilities can stay active in their communities.
 
To learn more about our EASE grant and the accessibility projects that qualify for up to $60,000, visit: news.ontario.ca/en/release/100…
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Hey #Ontario, Such a warm reception hosted by the Alberta Indigenous Opportunities Corporation and CEO, Chana Martineau. Great discussing opportunities and exchanging ideas to benefit both Alberta and Ontario! Greg Rickford #workingtogetherforyou

Hey #Ontario,

Such a warm reception hosted by the Alberta Indigenous Opportunities Corporation and CEO, Chana Martineau. Great discussing opportunities and exchanging ideas to benefit both Alberta and Ontario!

<a href="/GregRickford/">Greg Rickford</a> 

#workingtogetherforyou
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Sitting down with members of the McKenzie ClearWater Fire F.D to strategize on partnership opportunities across the Northwest.   Together, we’re strengthening emergency responsiveness & investing in the infrastructure our first responders rely on.

Sitting down with members of the <a href="/MCW_FD/">McKenzie ClearWater Fire F.D</a> to strategize on partnership opportunities across the Northwest. 
 
Together, we’re strengthening emergency responsiveness &amp; investing in the infrastructure our first responders rely on.
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The groundbreaking of Omek’s fuel station on the TransCanada Highway is the start of a strong Indigenous-led success story. Keewaytinook Corner, owned by Deer Lake, North Spirit Lake & Poplar Hill First Nations, is a prime example of what can be achieved when we work together.

The groundbreaking of Omek’s fuel station on the TransCanada Highway is the start of a strong Indigenous-led success story.

Keewaytinook Corner, owned by Deer Lake, North Spirit Lake &amp; Poplar Hill First Nations, is a prime example of what can be achieved when we work together.
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Improving quality of life in the Northwest requires an all-of-government approach.   Meeting with constituents to explore opportunities and align shared priorities. By working together, we are ensuring programs and policies reflect the realities of our communities.

Improving quality of life in the Northwest requires an all-of-government approach.
 
Meeting with constituents to explore opportunities and align shared priorities. By working together, we are ensuring programs and policies reflect the realities of our communities.
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It’s official — we're investing in Fort Frances first-ever MRI machine and a brand new 1,410 sq. ft. MRI suite at Riverside Health Care. By building world-class diagnostic capacity in the Northwest, we're reducing wait times and connecting patients with clinical pathways sooner.

It’s official — we're investing in Fort Frances first-ever MRI machine and a brand new 1,410 sq. ft. MRI suite at Riverside Health Care.

By building world-class diagnostic capacity in the Northwest, we're reducing wait times and connecting patients with clinical pathways sooner.