It was great to reconnect with Julie Maw, Board Member, Grain Farmers of Ontario, and Paul Hoekstra last week in Ottawa. Grain Farmers of Ontario is the province’s largest commodity organization, representing Ontario’s 28,000 barley, corn, oat, soybean, and wheat farmers.

This past weekend, I had the honour of presenting a 60th wedding anniversary certificate to former MPP Jack Carroll and his wife Janette. Congratulations to Jack and Janette on 60 years of love, commitment, and partnership!

Looking forward to connecting with constituents at my upcoming Passport Clinics and Coffee with Dave events throughout the riding! Please note: due to unforeseen building issues, the Bothwell Passport Clinic has now been moved to the Thamesville Brunner Centre.

I welcomed this week’s meeting with the Potato Council of Canada. We discussed working together with our US counterparts against tariffs, ways to rebuild those relationships, and other strategies, such as harmonizing grade standards across Canada.

A big thank you to my incredible team for the hard work they do every day serving the people of Chatham-Kent—Leamington. Today, I gave special recognition to Cheri, who is marking 20 years of dedicated service and retirement. Thank you, Cheri, you are truly appreciated!

Today, on National Indigenous Peoples Day, we honour the rich cultures, histories, and contributions of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples across Canada. It is a day to celebrate, to listen, and to reflect on the path toward truth, reconciliation, and respect.

I had a timely meeting with Roudi Khorram, and Shahram Gholestaneh from the Iran Democratic Association to discuss awareness of human rights abuses in Iran and the rise of executions. A horrific execution takes place in Iran every 6 hours.

This past Sunday, I had the honour of attending the Wallaceburg Decoration Day Parade. A heartfelt tribute to the brave men and women who served and sacrificed for our country. Lest we forget.

I had an informative meeting with Kelly-Tallon-Franklin and Bridget Perrier from Courage for Freedom (Canada) this week. Both women are survivors and dedicate their lives to eradicating the human trafficking and sexual exploitation of girls, boys, and children.

It was a pleasure to stop by Schinkel’s in Chatham to present a certificate recognizing their 40th anniversary in business! Congratulations to the entire Schinkel team on this incredible milestone!

Wishing everyone across Chatham-Kent—Leamington a safe and happy Canada Day weekend! Whether you're enjoying fireworks, a community event, or a quiet weekend outdoors, I hope it’s filled with joy, pride, and Canadian spirit. Happy Canada Day weekend!

It is always a pleasure to welcome constituents to visit “their House” in Ottawa. Last week, I toured Mat Suta, Victoria, and Lainie Scott around West Block, who also attended Question Period.

Last Sunday, I had the pleasure of attending the Albanian Village – Carrousel of the Nations, a vibrant celebration of culture, food, and community! Pictured with Mark Camaj, the owner of Michigan Grill, who hosted the event, and Uran Kuci

Wishing all residents of Chatham-Kent—Leamington a joyful and safe celebration as we come together to honour the values, freedoms, and diverse cultures that make our country so special. Happy Canada Day!

What an incredible Canada Day weekend across Chatham-Kent–Leamington! Thank you to the volunteers, organizers, first responders, and families who make these events so special. Proud to call this region home!

What an incredible honour to present a 106th birthday certificate to Dorothy Chapple yesterday! Wishing her continued joy, good health, and special moments with loved ones as she celebrates this extraordinary milestone. Happy 106th, Dorothy!

Always a pleasure to join the Chatham-Kent Chamber of Commerce for their Fireside Chat last week. Thank you to the Chamber for hosting and to everyone who came out to share your perspectives.

What a special honour to present a 100th birthday certificate to Lorraine McIntyre last week! Happy 100th, Lorraine!

It was a true honour to present a congratulatory certificate to Dr. Peter Sikkema on his induction into the Canadian Agricultural Hall of Fame. Congratulations on this well-deserved recognition of a lifetime of dedication, research, and leadership in the agricultural community!

I enjoyed reconnecting with colleagues, meeting many new elected officials and sector representatives at Enterprise Canada and Creative Currency's 5th Annual Stampede in Calgary!