David McGuinty

May 17, 2022 An Act respecting Arab Heritage Month Madam Speaker, good evening to you, colleagues and the viewers who are tuning in to this important debate. After almost 18 years in the House,…	May 6, 2022 BGC Ottawa celebrates 'momentous' opening of Taggart Parkes Family Clubhouse There was no shortage of scissors to go around for all the excited kids who wanted to help snip the bright green ribbon at Thursday’s…	April 8, 2022 Recognizing April as Arab Heritage Month TORONTO, April 8, 2022 /CNW/ - For the first time this year, Arab Heritage Month could be federally recognized every April. On February 7, 2022, MP David McGuinty introduced Bill…
March 22, 2022 Canada’s spy agencies have held back information from Parliament’s watchdogs Canada’s intelligence agencies have held back information from parliamentary oversight, leading a key watchdog committee to warn its work could be “compromised” if the situation…	March 3, 2022 An Act respecting Arab Heritage Month Hon. David McGuinty (Ottawa South, Lib.) moved that Bill C-232, an act respecting Arab heritage month, be read a second time and referred to a…	March 2, 2022 Government of Canada invests up to $20 million to support downtown Ottawa businesses impacted by demonstrations Hon. David McGuinty (Ottawa South, Lib.): Mr. Speaker, my question is for the Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario. Many…
February 16, 2022 Some federal organizations still refusing crucial cyber defence services as threats from hostile states grow: report Some federal organizations still refuse to obtain crucial cyber defence services from their own security and IT agencies at a time when government organizations are…	February 15, 2022 Flaws in cyber defences expose government information to state-sponsored theft: report Gaps in Ottawa's cyber defences could leave the government agencies holding vast amounts of data on Canadians and businesses susceptible to state-sponsored hackers from countries like…	February 14, 2022 NSICOP’s report on government cyber defences tabled in Parliament OTTAWA — The National Security and Intelligence Committee of Parliamentarians’ (NSICOP) Special Report on the Government of Canada’s Framework and Activities to Defend its Systems…
February 7, 2022 Arab Heritage Month Act Hon. David McGuinty (Ottawa South, Lib.) moved for leave to introduce Bill C-232, An Act respecting Arab Heritage Month. Mr. Speaker, it is indeed an…	January 20, 2022 Prime Minister announces members of the National Security and Intelligence Committee of Parliamentarians Canadians count on our national security and intelligence community to keep communities safe and respond to evolving threats while upholding the rights and freedoms of…	January 20, 2022 Statement by the Hon. David McGuinty on his reappointment as Chair of the National Security and Intelligence Committee of Parliamentarians OTTAWA, January 20, 2022 — I am honoured to be re-appointed as Chair of the National Security and Intelligence Committee of Parliamentarians (NSICOP). I would like to…
January 20, 2022 Three Ottawa organizations receive federal funds to improve Veterans’ well-being 19 January 2022 – Ottawa – Veterans Affairs Canada Today, the Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence, alongside…	January 20, 2022 Save the date: virtual workshop on future of 1495 Heron Road On February 10, 2022, Canada Lands Company will be inviting the public to take part in a virtual workshop to solicit input on how the…	December 17, 2021 C5 - An Act to amend the Criminal Code and the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act
December 1, 2021 Via Rail unveils new fleet of trains for Windsor-Quebec City corridor Liberal MP for Ottawa South David McGuinty was on hand at the preview and says, “I can tell you they are going to offer a…	August 11, 2021 National Security and Intelligence Committee of Parliamentarians Submits Report to the Prime Minister The National Security and Intelligence Committee of Parliamentarians (NSICOP) has delivered to the Prime Minister and relevant ministers a special report regarding the Government of…	July 12, 2021 Canada provides 120 units of rental housing in Ottawa Ottawa, Ontario Every Canadian deserves a safe and affordable place to call home. Thanks to investments made by the Government of Canada, residents of Ottawa…
July 8, 2021 The Government of Canada is taking the first steps in preparing for the procurement process to build a new train service in the Toronto to Quebec City Corridor Ottawa, Ontario - Transport Canada The Government of Canada is committed to modernizing intercity passenger rail services in a way that will best meet the…	June 17, 2021 National Security and Intelligence Committee of Parliamentarians Madam Speaker, as chair of the National Security and Intelligence Committee of Parliamentarians, I want to provide this evening an overview of the committee's composition,…	June 17, 2021 Ottawa International Airport receives $12M in funding Minister of Transport Omar Alghabra on June 16 announced two significant Federal funding initiatives totalling just over $12 million to help Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport…
June 16, 2021 Government of Canada supporting the Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport with new funding OTTAWA, ON, June 16, 2021 /CNW/ - Helping airports mitigate the financial impact of the COVID-19 pandemic is part of the Government of Canada's strategy to ensure that Canada's air transportation…	June 15, 2021 Prime Minister announces new members of the National Security and Intelligence Committee of Parliamentarians Ottawa, Ontario The Government of Canada continues to do everything it can to keep communities safe. Canadians can count on our country’s national security and…	June 14, 2021 Canada and Ontario invest $5 million in new clubhouse for BGC Ottawa OTTAWA, ON, June 14, 2021 /CNW/ - Across the country, Canadians are feeling the impact of COVID-19, on their families, their livelihoods, and their way of life.…
June 8, 2021 Michael O'Reilly Mr. Speaker, Ottawa has lost a true legend. Michael O'Reilly, the remarkable local artist, musician and comedian, has passed away. Born in England to a…	June 7, 2021 Special Committee on Canada-China Relations	May 26, 2021 Metro Dry Cleaners - Mrs. Lamia Dib Mr. Speaker, it is an honour to congratulate my constituent and a true community builder, Mrs. Lamia Dib, on the 50th anniversary of her outstanding…
May 20, 2021 Statement by Ambassador Bob Rae at the UN General Assembly Session on the continuing devastating violence in Israel, the West Bank, and Gaza No issue since 1945 has preoccupied this Assembly more than of the Israeli and Palestinian issue. Canada has played an active role since the earliest…	May 12, 2021 Government of Canada increases access to COVID-19 rapid testing for workers Mr. Speaker, we recently tabled the most small business friendly budget in Canadian history. Last Friday, our government made an announcement to significantly increase rapid…	May 10, 2021 Canada and Ontario invest $11.2M in municipal infrastructure to respond to the impacts of COVID-19 in the City of Ottawa Ottawa, Ontario, May 10, 2021—The governments of Canada and Ontario are investing more than $11.2 million to improve municipal and community infrastructure in the City…
May 5, 2021 Standing Committee on Public Safety and National Security	May 3, 2021 Canada Summer Jobs (CSJ) opportunities are now available on Job Bank A record-breaking number of more than 150,000 full and part-time job opportunities are currently available for young Canadians for a minimum of 6 weeks between…	April 27, 2021 Tax scams and financial frauds during the COVID-19 pandemic Tax season is prime time for phishing scams and frauds, with cybercriminals especially active this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Canadian taxpayers should be…
April 21, 2021 Statement Thanking Essential Workers Mr. Speaker, it is a real privilege for me to thank essential workers in my riding and across Canada. Essential workers bravely go to work…	April 19, 2021 Ottawa airport looking for a lift in federal budget The CEO of the Ottawa International Airport is warning it could take years to restore international routes grounded by the pandemic, and return the capital…	April 13, 2021 State actors are looking to join political parties to 'exert influence,' chair of security committee warns Foreign governments are looking to meddle in Canada's democratic institutions and the government's foreign interference warning system should alert Canadians to state actors' "traditional" election tricks, says the…
April 12, 2021 Intelligence committee warns China, Russia targeting Canadian COVID-19 research The COVID-19 pandemic has led to a rise in espionage attacks against Canada, according to a new report from Parliament’s special intelligence committee, which repeatedly…	April 12, 2021 2020 Annual Report of the National Security and Intelligence Committee Of Parliamentarians Tabled in Parliament OTTAWA — The 2020 Annual Report of the National Security and Intelligence Committee of Parliamentarians (NSICOP) was tabled in Parliament today, Monday, April 12, 2021. The 47-page report…	March 31, 2021 Heron Emergency Food Centre multilingual outreach posters مركز ھیرون للأغذیة الطارئة XARUNTA CUNTADA DEGDEGA AH EE HERON 赫伦紧急食品中心 CENTRO DE ALIMENTOS DE EMERGENCIA HERON ማእከል ህጹጽ ረድኤት ምግቢ Heron Emergency Food Centre
March 31, 2021 Intelligence Review Committee Releases 2019 Reports At a news conference in Ottawa, Liberal MP David McGuinty, chair of the National Security and Intelligence Committee of Parliamentarians, and Rennie Marcoux, executive director…	March 31, 2021 Intelligence Review: Parl. Committee Releases 1st Annual Report At a news conference in Ottawa, Liberal MP David McGuinty, chair of the National Security and Intelligence Committee of Parliamentarians, and Rennie Marcoux, executive director…	March 22, 2021 A place to connect 1495 Heron Road This engagement platform has been created to share information about Canada Lands Company and the property located at 1495 Heron Road in Ottawa, Ontario. Canada Lands…
February 24, 2021 Health Care Workers Mr. Speaker, as the son of a nurse, it is a very special privilege for me to thank health care workers in my riding and…	February 23, 2021 As RCMP pleads for funds, national security committee launches mandate review One of Canada's key national security oversight committees announced this morning it is launching a review of the federal policing mandate of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police…	February 23, 2021 National Security and Intelligence Committee of Parliamentarians launches a review of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police OTTAWA, February 23, 2021 — The National Security and Intelligence Committee of Parliamentarians (NSICOP) today announces a review of the federal policing mandate of the Royal Canadian Mounted…
February 17, 2021 Government of Canada will provide targeted interest relief to Canadians who received COVID-related income support benefits Mr. Speaker, since the beginning of the pandemic our government has provided financial support to millions of Canadians, helping them put food on the table…	February 5, 2021 Free webinar for seniors: Register to learn about benefits and credits! The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) is pleased to host a live and interactive webinar for seniors. We’ll discuss: the various benefits and credits available to…	February 3, 2021 President of the Canadian Group of the Inter-Parliamentary Union highlights report of the IPU’s Committee on the Human Rights of Parliamentarians at Parliamentary Subcommittee OTTAWA – 2 February 2021 – The Honourable David McGuinty, P.C., M.P., President of the Canadian Group of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU), appeared before the…
February 3, 2021 Video: Subcommittee on International Human Rights of the Standing Committee on Foreign Affairs and International Development	January 20, 2021 2021 Census Jobs I am pleased to inform you that the next Census of Population will take place in May 2021. Census information is important to all communities…	December 18, 2020 National Security and Intelligence Committee of Parliamentarians presents its 2020 Annual Report to the Prime Minister OTTAWA, December 18, 2020 — The National Security and Intelligence Committee of Parliamentarians (NSICOP) today presented its classified 2020 Annual Report to the Prime Minister. A declassified version…
November 26, 2020 Statement in the House of Commons - thank you to our community associations!	November 24, 2020 The Honourable David McGuinty appears at the Standing Committee on Public Safety and National Security The Honourable David McGuinty discusses recent NSICOP Reports. You can read them here: https://www.nsicop-cpsnr.ca/reports-rapports-en.htm	November 6, 2020 Message from the Alta Vista Community Association Greenspace Stewardship Committee Remembrance Day is an opportunity to remind the citizens of Ottawa and all Canadians that the layout of our beautiful National Capitol Region (Greber Plan),…
November 2, 2020 Parliaments’ Role in Linking Good Security Sector Governance to SDG16 amid COVID-19	October 7, 2020 Government of Canada to Rapidly Create New Affordable Housing and Support Canadians Experiencing Homelessness	September 17, 2020 National Security and Intelligence Committee of Parliamentarians launches reviews of Global Affairs Canada and the Government's Cyber Defence Activities OTTAWA, ON, Sept. 17, 2020 - The National Security and Intelligence Committee of Parliamentarians (NSICOP) today announces two reviews of national security and intelligence activities. These reviews will…
August 10, 2020 Prime Minister announces more assistance for Lebanon August 10, 2020 -- Ottawa, Ontario Canada continues to stand with the people of Lebanon as they begin to rebuild their lives and their…	July 31, 2020 COVID Alert: Exposure Notification App The Government of Canada, in collaboration with other orders of government and across sectors, has developed a new nation-wide mobile app to let users know…	July 17, 2020 Statement by the Chair of the National Security and Intelligence Committee of Parliamentarians on the call for review into CSIS and the Department of Justice OTTAWA, July 17, 2020 — The Federal Court released a decision on CSIS warrant application proceedings and recommended that an independent review be conducted into a number of systemic issues.…
April 2, 2020 Ottawa Public Health COVID-19 Flyer Physical-Distancing-8.5x14-Letter-v2020-BIL_EF_Mar29_v17	March 27, 2020 Vehicle Access to Greenbelt Temporarily Closed Like many organizations, the National Capital Commission (NCC) is doing its part to prevent the spread of COVID-19. With that objective, we are temporarily closing…	March 26, 2020 Update from Canada Post Canada Post has an important responsibility to continue serving Canadians during this difficult time, when they need us most. Our primary goal remains to protect…
March 20, 2020 Canada's response to COVID-19 As the COVID-19 situation continues to evolve, our government will keep taking necessary actions to prevent the spread, protect our economy, and support Canadians every…	March 14, 2020 COVID-19 Information The COVID-19 situation in Canada is evolving rapidly. For the latest information from the Government of Canada, please refer to the Public Health Agency of…	March 13, 2020 Canada faces 'danger' from China and Russia, intelligence chief warns David McGuinty MP was speaking as his committee published its annual report which includes a detailed outline of the threat and recommendations for how government…
March 12, 2020 China, Russia conducting ‘brazen’ interference in Canada, intelligence committee warns Parliament’s national intelligence and security committee is warning that China and Russia are increasingly conducting foreign interference activities in Canada and trying to influence politicians,…	July 2, 2019 Government of Canada Invests in Supportive Housing for Homeless and At-Risk Youth in Ottawa Ottawa (Ontario) – Every Canadian deserves a safe and affordable place to call home. That is why, in May 2018, the Government launched the National…	June 27, 2019 Happy Canada Day!
June 24, 2019 The Ottawa River Watershed I am delighted that the study on The Ottawa River Watershed, as called for in my Private Members’ Motion M-104, was tabled in Parliament in…	June 19, 2019 Giant Tiger breaks ground on new Ottawa headquarters to drive future growth OTTAWA, June 19, 2019 /CNW/ - Giant Tiger Stores Limited, the leading Canadian discount retailer, has officially broken ground on a new Ottawa headquarters and flagship store on Walkley Road.…	June 14, 2019 Canada Invests in Smart Grid Technology for Ottawa Net-Zero Energy Communities June 14, 2019 Ottawa, Ontario Natural Resources Canada Energy efficiency helps families save money, makes businesses more competitive and creates…
June 12, 2019 Minister Bains and MP McGuinty announce investment in Canadian fintech innovation June 12, 2019 – Ottawa, Ontario Artificial intelligence (AI) is a set of complex and powerful technologies that will touch or transform every sector and industry…	June 6, 2019 MP David McGuinty announces support for the next generation of middle class workers Supporting the Next Generation of Middle Class Workers Modernized Strategy will Serve Young Canadians Facing Barriers to Employment June 6, 2019 Ottawa,…	May 30, 2019 CHEO will create a National Navigator Network to help newcomers May 30, 2019—Ottawa, ON—Canada is actively working with many partners to improve the accessibility and quality of settlement services delivered to newcomers across Canada. Settlement…
May 14, 2019 Report on foreign interference threats won't be public before election The chair of the oversight committee tasked with reviewing Canada's national security and intelligence agencies sighed when asked if a report probing foreign interference threats…	April 29, 2019 David McGuinty announces support for community-based project to increase seniors’ financial literacy April 29, 2019, Ottawa Seniors make significant and valuable contributions to their families, communities and workplaces. Through the New Horizons for Seniors Program (NHSP), the…	April 29, 2019 The necessary approach to national security oversight The runway to this fall’s federal election is already portended to be divisive and nasty. Certainly, the attacks by the leaders on each other are…
April 26, 2019 Military children's superpowered book launched in Ottawa On 26 April 2019, advocates and leaders joined a bright-eyed group of children - our future advocates and leaders - in celebrating the launch of…	April 24, 2019 National Security and Intelligence Committee of Parliamentarians Annual Report 2018 OTTAWA, April 9, 2019 — The 2018 Annual Report of the National Security and Intelligence Committee of Parliamentarians (NSICOP) was tabled in Parliament today. The report contains findings…	April 9, 2019 MPs say Canadian military needs external review, regulation A parliamentary committee formed to address national security concerns is calling on the federal government to bring in greater scrutiny to the military’s intelligence-gathering activities.…
February 7, 2019 Protecting rights, freedoms and national security by David McGunity, MP Chair, National Security and Intelligence Committee of Parliamentarians Canada’s new National Security and Intelligence Committee of Parliamentarians (NSICOP) is preparing to…