Lloyd Longfield

The pandemic has underscored the systemic issues affecting long-term care facilities across the country. I am glad to see that Health Standards Organization - HSO, the Standards Council of Canada and the CSA Group are working on a process to address these issues in Canada. To have your say in what you believe long-term care in Canada should look like, check out the following link: https://longtermcarestandards.ca/your-input

Thanks to Workforce Planning Board of Waterloo Wellington Dufferin for showing me this new job finding tool which shows over 470 job postings in our community, location to daycares, cycle and bus routes to work, employment trends and so much more. Employment and Social Development Canada Ahmed Hussen https://www.findyourjob.ca/

From my family to yours, wishing all those who are celebrating today in Guelph and across the Country a safe and happy Easter.

Since the start of the pandemic, the frontline workers here in Guelph have been working tirelessly around the clock to protect the health and well-being of our community. To everyone who has made hard sacrifices and gone above and beyond to support Guelphites and their families, I extend my sincere thanks for all that you do!

With the increased use of debit and credit cards during the pandemic, the latest University of Guelph study reminds us of the importance of changing our PINs to protect ourselves and our assets. https://news.uoguelph.ca//u-of-g-study-finds-safety-conce/

Net-zero emissions by 2050. It’s ambitious - but it’s possible, it’s necessary, and it’s exactly what we’re going to do. For more on our plan to support jobs an...d build a cleaner future and more competitive economy, tune in now: La carboneutralité d’ici 2050. C’est atteignable et nécessaire, et c’est exactement celui qu’on s’est donné. Joignez-vous à nous pour connaître notre plan pour soutenir les emplois et bâtir un avenir plus propre et une économie plus compétitive : See more

Attention small business owners in GuelphApplications for the Canada Emergency Rent Subsidy program are now open through the CRA. The program is delivered directly to tenants and has a level of flexibility if a lockdown is in place that restricts a businesses ability to operate at higher capacity. The Guelph Chamber of Commerce Downtown Guelph Innovation Guelph Business Centre Guelph Wellington Click the link to learn more: https://www.canada.ca//subsidy/emergency-rent-subsidy.html

Today on Women’s Entrepreneurship Day, I want to salute and thank all of the amazing Women Small Business owners in Guelph for blazing trails with your incredible businesses and organizations like Innovation Guelph The Guelph Chamber of Commerce Business Centre Guelph Wellington (All run by women I might add ) who are helping more women embrace their entrepreneurship aspirations. The full and equal participation of women in the economy is not just the right thing to do; it's also good for the bottom line. Mary Ng

Are you a senior or a person with a disability who needs a Snow Angel to help clear your driveway? If not, could you be a Snow Angel? The PIN Network GW is looking for volunteers over the age of 14 for its Snow Angels program: a volunteer snow removal service for eligible seniors and persons living with physical disabilities. Last year 73 amazing Guelphites did 949 hours of snow shovelling and helped 184 residents. Click the link to learn more. #HereToHelpGuelph Deb Schulte

Wear a mask for you and for everyone. #MaskUpGuelph

Congratulations to Wellington Brewery and Royal City Brewing Company for recently taking home top honours at the Ontario Brewing Awards. Here in Guelph we know our local Breweries are world class; now with even more medals to prove it. #WayToGo #SupportLocal

Happy Lebanese Independence Day. There is a rich history and relationship between the people of Canada and Lebanon.

If you or a senior that you know has not yet filed taxes and are in need assistance the West Willow Village Neighbourhood Group runs a community income tax program all year round. Contact them to make an appointment to ensure benefits are not interrupted. West Willow Village NG is #HereToHelpGuelph Deb Schulte

Guelph Innovators from all industries and backgrounds continue to lead on the fight against COVID-19. Zen Graphene Solutions also recently signed a lease for their new 25,680 square foot manufacturing facility in Guelph which means more good jobs here in the Royal City.

Recently, the University of Guelph was granted gold rating for their sustainability efforts across academics, operations, community engagement, planning and administration, and innovation and leadership. The Canadian pathway to net zero goes through the University of Guelph. Federal support to install more ZEV charging stations and investing in greening the University Centre heating system will help Gryphons to continue reducing their environmental impact. Jonathan Wilkinson Catherine McKenna Seamus O'Regan

I'm pleased to be returning to my roles as a member on the Standing Committee for Environment and Sustainable Development and Vice Chair on the Standing Committee for Public Accounts. I look forward to continuing to build upon the important work that our committees began in the last session!

Great ideas can become even greater businesses. Check out this profile in GuelphToday.com of Guelph business Bliss Dough and their sweet products. What's your favourite flavour? #AskingForTheGrandKids #SmallBusinessSaturday Mary Ng Rachel Bendayan

#DidYouKnow the #covidalertapp requires less permissions than the app you are using right now (Facebook)? Join the 4 million+ other Canadians who have already downloaded the COVID Alert App. The more people that use it, the safer everyone is. https://bit.ly/2SVQgZI

#ICYMI I spoke with GuelphToday.com alongside the former head of Plastic Free Guelph Shayne Douglas Ward about our proposed single use plastics ban. This is just the first phase of our Federal government’s plan to achieve zero plastic waste by 2030,

Are you or a loved one receiving the Disability Tax Credit? Here’s what you need to know about the one-time up to $600 payment being issued starting October 30th: http://ow.ly/n4ZP50BNrKj #COVID19

Even though we’ve been through a lot this year, there’s still so much to be grateful for - our family and friends, those working on the front lines, and everyone who’s come forward to lend a helping hand. Hope you all have a happy and healthy Thanksgiving! https://bit.ly/34R0q38

Meet Kosta Orfanidis, Guelphite, producer and production manager for Season 5 and Season 6 of Schitt's Creek. Click the link to learn more about the #Guelph connection to the Emmy award winning show. GuelphToday.com

Today is #WorldMentalHealthDay My message is clear; you are not alone and if you are in need of support please reach out to the Federal Governments Wellness Together Portal. #NoStigma https://ca.portal.gs

Four million Canadians have already downloaded the COVID Alert exposure notification app through the App or Google Play Store. More and more provinces are signing on to using the app which is great to see. Share this post with five friends so together, we can get up to five million and continue to keep our communities safe! Download it today: http://ow.ly/lJIw50BNAS3 #COVIDAlert #COVID19

We will not stop until every community on reserve has access to safe and clean drinking water. Watch my question to Minister Marc Miller about the work to lift long term drinking water advisories in Canada. I know how much Guelphites care about this commitment and we will see it through. Wellington Water Watchers Water First Education and Training Inc. Rotary Club of Guelph Shared Value Solutions Ltd. University of Guelph

Big news Guelph! Today I joined with the University of Guelph to announce two projects that are going to make a big impact. The federal government is reducing emissions at the University of Guelph by upgrading the campus heating system. Over the lifetime of this project, UOG will see a 62,000 reduction of greenhouse gas emissions which equivalent to taking 19,000 cars off the roads for one year! We've also partnered with the UOG to help them install 20 additional EV charging stations. Jonathan Wilkinson Seamus O'Regan

The deadline for Equal Voice Daughters of the Vote 2021 program has been extended to October 14th, 2020. Last year, five Guelphites and Gryphons participated in this program. Click to the link to learn more and apply before the 14th. https://www.equalvoice.ca/dov #AddWomenChangePolitics

Watch as the Prime Minister and the Premier of Ontario make an announcement about producing electric vehicles at Ford Canada here in Ontario. This is what we mean when we say the economy and the environment go hand in hand. eMERGE