Question 1

Why is LJ Running?

Accepted Answer

I want to serve and give back and believe I have the practical skills, experience and communication style to deliver with and for you at this critical time.

I ran in the provincial election
I know the issues and concerns and the potential in this riding which is exciting as this is an amazing place
it was a positive experience in which we substantively increased our voter share across the region. They liked what we had to offer. I want to leverage that momentum
so many in the riding have encouraged me to run for the federal MP role!
my experience is very much aligned with the national agenda and the current leadership issues facing our riding and our nation

The current situation has brought to the top of our agenda the need for leadership that will listen to our communities, develop consensus, build connections and coalitions, identify partnerships at home, across our country and globally, and secure deals that grow our community from strength to strength socially and economically

I have an extensive and rewarding career
in community building, engagement and creating reliable partnerships leading to valued programs that made a tangible difference to many many thousands of people, 
in engaging communities and governments at all levels, universities and colleges, industry, non-governmental and multilateral agencies, such as the United Nations, WHO, and the World Bank, 
working across many sectors including education, health, environment, business, advanced technology and many others

I grew up and worked in Canada for most of my career while also having the opportunity to work in Ohio, the United States for 7 years prior to the pandemic. My work both in Ontario and Ohio enabled me to engage and work across Ontario, Canada and internationally with many cultures and distinct communities and leaders.

We can make a world of difference collaborating together, to bring Carney's vision to our communities while effectively representing your issues and concerns in the House of Commons  and its committees with progressive and much needed policy change.  I have the experience and would welcome being involved in policies close to our riding’s imperatives such as health and housing, training and education, agriculture and rural development, and research and innovation.

Like you I want a future of together we are Canada STRONG, SAFE and VIBRANT for our kids and grandkids.

Question 2

Why is Mark Carney the right leader for Canada?

Accepted Answer

Why Carney is right leader

with vision for a strong and united Canada; he has a plan to get there; and he has skills, energy and leadership needed for the job
bringing people together and consensus builder
can stand up competently to President Trump
understands the economy and can design and implement fresh new approaches to building economic success for Canada
understands the imperative for safeguarding the environment and biodiversity of the planet
Well connected globally to government leaders, the private and public sectors and multilateral agencies
staunch supporter of women, indigenous peoples, disabled peoples and 2SLGBTQ+ communities

Question 3

How will you address the current issues facing Leeds-Grenville-Thousand Islands-Rideau Lakes?

Accepted Answer

Many of our communities are aging and struggling to make ends meet and our kids are seeking employment and opportunities outside of our riding. The looming tariff crisis with the United States is creating uncertainty for all of us and has placed extraordinary pressures on our companies and businesses. We are a border community to the US and value our relationships with our southern partners but see now how critical it is to build local resilience and capacity into our communities while diversifying our trading with partners and tourists.

As your MP, together, we will make Canada even stronger by safeguarding those who are being severely impacted by current issues while 
investing in our health and social services and infrastructure
supporting our seniors, children and the most vulnerable,
building affordable housing, and 
bringing down the cost of living.

Together, we will leverage our niche markets and lead the growth and diversification of the  economic, environmental, and cultural strength of this breathtakingly beautiful riding’.

Question 4

What are the current Issues facing Canada?

Accepted Answer

The trade war in the United States and implications for Canadians 
Canada, America’s 51st State?
Canada’s Defense and NATO’s Target
Crime and the fentanyl crisis
Immigration
Housing crisis, homelessness
The cost of living and food insecurity
Health access and mental health of our population
Environment and exploitation of energy resources
Canada’s productivity and global competitiveness 
Canada in the world 
Indigenous issues
Languages, culture and media

Question 5

How are you managing the Tariff Climate?

Accepted Answer

To support workers, the new government will:
• Temporarily waive the one-week employment insurance (EI) waiting period. 
• Suspend the rules around separation for a six month period, so workers don’t have to exhaust severance pay before collecting EI.
• Make it easier to access EI by increasing regional unemployment rate percentages.

To support businesses, the new government will:
• Defer corporate income tax payments and GST/HST remittances from April 2 to June 30, 2025, providing up to $40 billion in liquidity to businesses.
• Deploy a new financing facility for businesses. 
• Provide more funding to Canada’s regional development agencies, so they can better support businesses.

Beyond offsetting the tariffs:
The Prime Minister and the Premiers agreed to work together to unlock economic projects and remove barriers, Canada can more than offset the effects of the U.S. tariffs.

National Trade and economic corridor:
A suite of measures to develop a national trade and economic corridor. 
The corridor will be intended to drive investment, create jobs, and build economic growth. It will include:
 
• The creation of a First Mile Fund, building transportation networks to connect energy extraction sites to rail lines and roads. By providing capital to finance these key infrastructure projects across the country. The government of Canada will expedite project construction and create a more integrated and accessible Canadian

• A “one window” approval process,
Streamlining approvals for large-scale, national interest infrastructure projects.  This new measure will create clear, predictable, and efficient review processes- with the highest standards of safety, environmental protection, and Indigenous consultation- and reduce uncertainty for investors.

• A contribution agreement of up to $200 million toward the construction, commissioning, and operation of a new Indigenous majority-owned Cedar LNG processing facility. A partnership between the Haisla Nation and the Pembina Pipeline Corporation, this project will create hundreds of highly skilled construction and trades jobs, generate over $275 million in economic growth, and get Canadian energy to domestic and international markets.

• A $175 million investment in the Hudson Bay Railway and at the Port of Churchill, in Manitoba. This critical investment in Canadian trade and railway infrastructure will expand and open new transportation corridors, bolster economic growth and reconciliation in the Canadian Arctic and North, and help get Canadian products t global markets.

• Breaking down interprovincial trade barriers:
Mark Carney is committed to table legislation by July 1, 2025, to eliminate all federal barriers to interprovincial trade and labour mobility and to remove all federal exemption under the Canada Free Trade Agreement. Creating a true open Canadian market.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why is LJ Running?

Why is Mark Carney the right leader for Canada?

How will you address the current issues facing Leeds-Grenville-Thousand Islands-Rideau Lakes?

What are the current Issues facing Canada?

How are you managing the Tariff Climate?