Thursday April 24, 2008
MP ROTA WELCOMES FEDNOR INVESTMENT IN NIPISSING-TIMISKAMING
Nipissing-Timiskaming MP Anthony Rota joined the Honourable Tony Clement, Minister for FedNor, in announcing more than $2.7 million in FedNor funding for eleven projects in the riding. “A lot of work has gone towards ensuring that local groups and organizations such as One Kids Place, the Canadian Ecology Centre, and Blue Sky Net receive maximum funding for their projects and initiatives,” says Mr. Rota.
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Thursday April 10, 2008
Office of Anthony Rota, M.P. Nipissing-Timiskaming - Income Tax Tips
As the deadline to submit your income tax return nears, I thought it might be useful to highlight some basic savings opportunities that not everyone may be aware of.
Everybody has a different situation and every tip may not be applicable to you. However, in my experience, most taxpayers could find savings if they took the time to assess their choices. Below are a few tips which could save you money. Note that the figures that I have used are for the 2007 tax year. Some of these are indexed and will change slightly from year to year.
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Tuesday April 8, 2008
S.O. 31 – Recognizing Sister Margaret Smith
I rise today to congratulate Sister Margaret Smith, on her upcoming induction into the Order of Canada.
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Friday April 4, 2008
MP ROTA HOSTS ROUNDTABLE MEETING ON URBAN ISSUES
Nipissing-Timiskaming MP Anthony Rota hosted a roundtable meeting in North Bay on Friday to discuss urban issues. The meeting featured special guests MP Paul Zed, Liberal Critic for Cities, Communities, and Infrastructure, and Senator Larry Campbell, Chair of the Liberal Urban Communities Caucus.
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Friday March 28, 2008
What have the Conservatives got against Ontario?
For much of Canada’s history, Ontario has been its economic engine and financial heart. Its strength is drawn from every part of the province, its historically strong economic sectors provide jobs and feed our prosperity. To most reasonable Canadians, it would be obvious that Ontario’s great wealth and the people who create it ought to be respected.
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Monday March 10, 2008
Take Note Debate in the House of Commons on Canada's Military Mission in Afghanistan
As we discuss the future of Canada’s military role in Afghanistan, I am pleased to have this opportunity today to add my thoughts and comments on this very important issue.
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Friday March 7, 2008
MP ROTA SETS THE RECORD STRAIGHT ON FEDNOR FUNDING
“In recent weeks, FedNor Minister Tony Clement has once again exposed his lack of knowledge and understanding regarding FedNor funding,” says Nipissing-Timiskaming MP Anthony Rota, who suggests the time has come to review the facts.
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Tuesday February 26, 2008
MP ROTA REACTS TO CONSERVATIVE BUDGET
“The Liberal Opposition will not give the Conservatives the election they so badly want based on their latest budget because it adopts many of the measures that Liberals have championed,” says Nipissing-Timiskaming MP Anthony Rota.
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Tuesday February 26, 2008
Temiskaming Hospital
I rise today to congratulate the Temiskaming Hospital CATScan Foundation on achieving its fundraising goal of $2.3 million dollars.
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Friday February 15, 2008
The Importance of Supporting Arts & Culture in Canada
Artists and cultural institutions are key to building a shared identity and improving quality of life for Canadians.
Canada’s arts community plays a vital role in asserting our national identity. Unfortunately, we currently have a federal government with a vision of Canada that fails to see the important role culture plays.
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Friday February 15, 2008
Fighting Climate Change at Home
Cut energy consumption by purchasing energy efficient appliances and light bulbs.
Control water consumption by installing low-flow shower heads and faucets.
Reduce waste by buying products that are recyclable and composting all organic waste.
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Friday February 15, 2008
REVIEWING THE USE OF TASERS IN CANADA
The recent deaths at the Vancouver International Airport and a Nova Scotia correctional centre have sparked much debate over the use of Tasers.
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Friday February 15, 2008
Canada Must Lead the World in the Fight Against Climate Change
We face an historic moment in the life of our planet. Climate change – the biggest ecological threat facing humanity – has become an issue of health, security, prosperity and survival for our world.
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Friday February 8, 2008
Pre-budget Debate
Mr. Speaker, I am pleased to have the opportunity today to rise on behalf of the people of Nipissing-Timiskaming and participate in the on-going debate on what should be included in the upcoming federal budget.
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Tuesday February 5, 2008
Canada Summer Jobs programs
Nipissing-Timiskaming MP Anthony Rota will be hosting an information session for local not-for-profit, public-sector, and small private-sector employers who are interested in applying to the 2008 Canada Summer Jobs program.
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Thursday January 31, 2008
MP ROTA ENCOURAGES APPLICATIONS FOR CANADA SUMMER JOBS 2008
Nipissing-Timiskaming MP Anthony Rota is encouraging local businesses and organizations to participate in the Canada Summer Jobs initiative for 2008. “This program allows organizations that provide important community services to offer high-quality work experiences for students,” says Mr. Rota.
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Tuesday December 18, 2007
MP ROTA ENCOURAGES APPLICATIONS FOR CANADA SUMMER JOBS 2008
Nipissing-Timiskaming MP Anthony Rota is encouraging local businesses and organizations to participate in the Canada Summer Jobs initiative for 2008. “This program allows organizations that provide important community services to offer high-quality work experiences for students,” says Mr. Rota.
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Monday December 17, 2007
MP ROTA TO ACCOMPANY DEFENCE MINISTER TO SCOTLAND TO DISCUSS CANADA’S MILITARY INVOLVEMENT IN AFGHANISTAN
Nipissing-Timiskaming MP Anthony Rota will be accompanying Defence Minister Peter MacKay to an Afghanistan Regional Command South Meeting being held in Edinburgh, Scotland later this week. “I am very pleased to have this opportunity to take part in meetings to discuss Canada’s current and future military involvement in Afghanistan,” says Mr. Rota.
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Tuesday September 25, 2007
The Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative (WHTI)
The Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative (WHTI) is a new U.S. law requiring all travellers, including Canadians, to carry a passport or other appropriate secure documentation when travelling to the United States.
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