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Mike Bossio, MP Hastings—Lennox and Addington 1-866-471-3800 | [email protected] | 20-B Richmond Blvd, Napanee, ON, K7R 4A4
Mike Bossio Issue No. 3—Fall 2016
www.mikebossiomp.ca CONSTITUENCY OFFICE
Local Tel: 613.354.0909
Toll Free: 1.866.471.3800
Member of Parliament • Hastings—Lennox and Addington
20-B Richmond Blvd,
Napanee, ON, K7R 4A4
A YEAR OF ACCOMPLISHMENTS As we look back on the past year of the
Liberal government, I wanted to update you
on what the Liberal team has done to grow
the middle class and to help those working
hard to join it.
At the beginning of this year we first put in
place the middle class tax cut - because we
know when middle class Canadians have
more money in their pockets to save, invest,
and grow the economy, we all benefit. We
cut the middle income tax bracket to 20.5
percent from 22 percent – a seven percent
reduction. This tax relief is worth up to $670
per person, per year – or $1,340 for a two-
income household.
In July, families started receiving the Canada
Child Benefit. Right now, it’s helping lift
300,000 kids out of poverty. Parents now
receive more money, tax-free, to help with
the high cost of raising their kids.
And this fall, we are strengthening the
Canada Pension Plan (CPP) to provide a
more secure retirement and better quality of
life for Canadians. Strengthening the CPP
not only provides retirement security for
more Canadians, it creates jobs and has a
positive, long-term effect on the Canadian
economy.
We are making historic investments in
infrastructure, including social infrastructure,
that will promote inclusive growth, improve
access to affordable housing, and build
stronger communities. We’re committed to
making life better for each and every
Canadian family, with a long term vision to
grow the middle class and create a strong
economy for future generations.
Canada Child Benefit
Lowered taxes for
the middle class
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You and your family need reliable, convenient,
and effective infrastructure to reach your full
potential at work, at school, and in your social
life. That’s why we’re investing for you and your
family here in Hastings—Lennox and Addington.
Water and wastewater infrastructure is essential
to keeping our water clean and our
communities healthy and livable. This will
improve the safety and quality of water for
Canadian families, while supporting a
clean economy.
Here in our riding, MP Mike Bossio was pleased
to announce funding for the Town of
Deseronto to upgrade and renew the
Deseronto Water Treatment Plant, with the
federal and provincial governments each
contributing $2,448,333, and the municipality
and the Mohawks of the Bay of Quinte each
contributing $1,224,000. Deseronto Mayor
Clark noted that “this has saved the town. If
we hadn’t got the grant I didn’t know what
we were going to do. We were running out of
water. This will provide development for the
town, and help with our neighbours, the
Mohawks of the Bay of Quinte. This solves a
lot of problems.”
Also announced for the Municipality of
Marmora and Lake was funding for a project
to replace the Marmora Sewage Forcemain,
with the federal and provincial governments
each contributing $236,538.
“The Government of Canada is committed to
working closely with provincial and municipal
governments to support the needs of smaller
rural municipalities,” said Bossio. “These
investments across the country will ensure
that small municipalities have infrastructure
that is supportive of economic prosperity,
strong communities, and a clean
environment.”
Investing in our community
Safe drinking water and
efficient wastewater systems
Find a list of Phase 1
infrastructure projects here: www.infrastructure.gc.ca/pt-sp/ptt-tsp-eng.html
MORE THAN $2.6
MILLION IN FEDERAL
FUNDS FOR OUR RIDING
Mike joined municipal leaders and staff from Deseronto, Marmora and Lake, and Chief R. Donald Maracle
and staff of the Mohawks of the Bay of Quinte for a large infrastructure funding announcement in September.
REAL BENEFITS THAT
IMPROVE YOUR
QUALITY OF LIFE
Mike Bossio, MP Hastings—Lennox and Addington 2
Mike Bossio, MP Hastings—Lennox and Addington 1-866-471-3800 | [email protected] | 20-B Richmond Blvd, Napanee, ON, K7R 4A4
Young people can’t afford their
education and this prevents them from
acquiring the skills they need to get a
good job and join the middle class.
That’s why we’re making significant
changes to student financial assistance
that will help young people build their
best futures.
We’ve also introduced a new Teacher and
Early Childhood Educator School Supply
Tax Benefit. All certified teachers can
receive a tax benefit for the purchase of
$1,000 worth of school supplies each
year. This means teachers can provide
students with more and better school
supplies, such as educational technology
and software, books, art supplies, and
posters, that can be used to enrich and
support learning.
Educating the next generation of leaders!
$2,000 TO $3,000 FOR FULL-TIME STUDENTS
FROM
LOW-INCOME
FAMILIES
$800 TO $1,200 FOR FULL-TIME STUDENTS
FROM
MIDDLE-INCOME
FAMILIES
$1,200 TO $1,800 FOR PART-TIME STUDENTS
FROM
LOW-INCOME
FAMILIES
Find out how you can apply here:
www.esdc.gc.ca/en/student_grants/csg/
index.page
Let’s ensure all young people in
Hastings—Lennox and Addington
have the best chance at success!
HLA Youth Council
Begins Meetings
I had the pleasure of meeting with
our new Youth Council recently. We
discussed topics that are important
to them, and will continue to do so
as we meet throughout the year.
In this first meeting I heard from
them that topics such as the
environment, education,
international trade, agriculture, and
mental illness are at the top of their
lists. Our council also let me know
that they are looking forward to
being involved in making positive
change in our country and helping
those in our communities that have
a need. The future is in good hands
with them!
I believe, along with Prime Minister
Justin Trudeau, that “young voices
must be part of our decision making
process” and I’m excited to learn
from this council about what their
views are in each of these very
important areas. I will take in the
feedback from each of our
meetings, and use this information
to make sure that the perspective of
young people is incorporated into
my work as an MP, and in the
decisions the government makes.
Real benefits for students
Mike had his first meeting with the Hastings—Lennox and Addington Youth Council at the Napanee High
School on October 13th. The council is composed of youth aged 15-19 from throughout the riding.
I had the honour of standing in the House of
Commons as the first Liberal Caucus
member after Prime Minister Justin Trudeau
to give a speech urging Parliament to ratify
the Paris Agreement on climate change. In a
show of non-partisanship, I shared my
speaking time with Elizabeth May, leader of
the Green Party.
In my speech, I drew on our local experience
with parts of the riding experiencing the
most severe drought since 1888. I also spoke
about the ability of protected areas such as
Bon Echo Park to sequester carbon while
providing habitat for wildlife and awe-
inspiring sights for visitors.
Our government’s plan to price carbon
pollution is revenue neutral for Ottawa,
since it sends all funds to the provinces.
Provinces can even decide to give this
revenue back in lower taxes, or invest it in
ways to support workers, families, and
businesses, or help the vulnerable. The
flexibility is there for them. In fact, our four
biggest provinces—Ontario, Quebec, BC, and
Alberta—actually have carbon pricing or a
cap-and-trade plan in place already, so this
is not a new system for them. The vast
majority of Canadians already live in a
jurisdiction that prices carbon pollution.
It is also important to point out that “in 2011
[even under the previous government], the
National Roundtable on the Environment
and the Economy estimated that the
difference between limiting climate
change and allowing the planet to warm
more significantly could be an annual cost
of $29 billion to the economy by 2075.” In
addition, “last year, the Environmental
Protection Agency in the United States
attempted to quantify the averted
consequences if climate change is mitigated
and tallied thousands of fewer deaths due to
poor air quality and extreme heat and
billions of dollars in avoided damages and
adaptation costs.” (Source: CBC) Cont’d
Opposite...
Pricing Carbon
Pollution
Mike Bossio, MP Hastings—Lennox and Addington 1-866-471-3800 | [email protected] | 20-B Richmond Blvd, Napanee, ON, K7R 4A4
Mike Bossio, MP Hastings—Lennox and Addington 3
Working Hard for You: Year One By the Numbers
Electoral Reform
Based on the feedback I have
received from constituents, I made
my submission to the Special
Committee on Electoral Reform in
October. To view the full
submission, you can visit my
website at www.mikebossiomp.ca or
contact my office to have a paper or
email copy sent to you.
A key recommendation that I heard
from constituents was the
importance of maintaining local
representation. I also heard that
there needs to be rigorous
education about any potential
changes made.
Birthdays, Anniversaries, and
Achievements
Do you or someone you know have
a celebration coming up? I am
happy to provide a congratulatory
certificate to celebrate significant
milestones. Please don’t hesitate to
contact my office and I will be
happy to send one.
More than
310 Personal Calls or
Meetings with
Constituents
80 Calls or Meetings with
Municipal Officials
129 Community Events,
such as Parades, Fairs,
School Visits, & other
Celebrations
6 Roundtables
7 Town Halls
161 Calls or Meetings
with Stakeholders,
such as businesses,
NGOs, chambers, &
not-for-profits
335 Interventions in the
House & Committees More than
1,100 Cases completed
by my staff
Mike marched in Canada Day parades in Marmora,
Bath and Tamworth this year.
Mike joined Tim Horton’s Smile Cookie Day in support
of the Hospital Auxiliary in Bancroft
Mike held three well-attended Electoral Reform Town
Halls in Bancroft, Bath, and Tweed Mike has been welcomed for visits to the Bancroft Fish
and Game Club on more than once occasion this year
Mike celebrated with Napanee’s own Rio 2016 Olympic
Women’s Rugby Sevens bronze medalist Britt Benn
Mike joined forces with MP Neil Ellis to hold two
Innovation Roundtables in Thurlow & Belleville
Our government was elected on a platform
to tackle climate change. We are taking
concrete steps with the provinces,
territories, and Indigenous peoples to
protect our planet for our children and
grandchildren. Together, we will create the
clean-growth economy necessary for the
collective health, prosperity, and security for
this generation of Canadians – and the next.
To read or view my full speech, you can visit
my website at www.mikebossiomp.ca or
contact my office to have a paper or email
copy sent to you. Feel free to contact me if
you have any questions on this or any other
issue, or would like to talk about it further. I
am always happy to hear from you.
Carbon Cont’d
Mike Bossio, MP Hastings—Lennox and Addington 1-866-471-3800 | [email protected] | 20-B Richmond Blvd, Napanee, ON, K7R 4A4
Mike Bossio, MP Hastings—Lennox and Addington 4
Today, middle class Canadians are working
harder than ever, but many are worried that
they simply won’t have saved enough money
to retire securely. What’s even more startling
is that one in four families approaching
retirement–1.1 million families–are at risk of
not saving enough.
Liberals made a commitment to strengthen
the CPP and help the middle class achieve
their goal of a strong, secure, and stable
retirement.
Contrary to the previous government’s
belief, a stronger CPP not only means more
money for your retirement, it means more
jobs for the middle class and those working
hard to join it. When Canadian retirees have
more money to spend on their needs, it
leads to greater confidence in our economy
and more jobs in Canada.
Canadians deserve a
secure and dignified
retirement after working
hard all their lives
“
”
Strengthening the CPP:
Because you deserve it
Ensuring your secure retirement:
Enhanced Old Age Security (OAS)
and Guaranteed Income
Supplement (GIS) The Government of Canada is making
sure that you have better access to a
secure retirement. This is why we have
restored the age of eligibility for Old Age
Security from 67 to 65.
Low-income Canadian seniors who live
alone now receive a boost in their
Guaranteed Income Supplement top-up
of up to $947 per year. This will support
over 900,000 vulnerable seniors and
improve their quality of life.
Calculate your Retirement Income:
www.esdc.gc.ca/en/cpp/cric.page
— Hon. Jean-Yves Duclos
Minister of Families, Children and Social Development
In a riding as big as ours, it’s important for
me and my team to be reaching as many
areas as we can. That’s why we have
satellite office hours throughout the riding.
Whenever I’m not in Ottawa, I attend the
satellite offices hours myself. However,
when the House of Commons is sitting, my
very capable staff step in on my behalf.
Please note that in cases of inclement
weather and inclement driving conditions,
office hours may be cancelled. If you are in
doubt, it is always advisable to call or email
in advance, or check my social media. I
hope to meet you soon to discuss any
issues that are important to you.
Main Office: Napanee
20-B Richmond Boulevard, Napanee
Monday-Friday
9:00am-4:00pm
We also have Satellite Office Hours in
seven different communities.
2017 Office Hours Bancroft
Municipal Building (24 Flint St). Second
Tuesday of every month. In 2017, that’s:
Jan. 10, Feb. 14, Mar. 14, Apr. 11, May 9, Jun.
13, Jul. 11, Aug. 8, Sep. 12, Oct. 10, Nov. 14,
Dec. 12
12:00pm-4:00pm
Flinton
Municipal Building (72 Edward St). Fourth
Tuesday, every other month. In 2017, that’s:
Feb. 28, Apr. 25, Jun. 27, Aug. 22, Oct. 24
12:00pm-4:00pm
Madoc (Centre Hastings)
Municipal Building (7 Furnace St). Third
Tuesday, every other month. In 2017, that’s:
Feb. 21, Apr. 18, Jun. 20, Aug. 15, Oct. 17,
Dec. 19
12:00pm-4:00pm
Marmora
Municipal Building (12 Bursthall St). First
Tuesday, every other month. In 2017, that’s:
Jan. 3, Mar. 7, May 2, Jul. 4, Sep. 5, Nov. 7
12:00pm-4:00pm
Stirling
Municipal Building (2529 Stirling-Rawdon
Rd). Third Tuesday, every other month. In
2017, that’s:
Jan. 17, Mar. 21, May 16, Jul. 18, Sep. 19,
Nov. 21
12:00pm-4:00pm
Tyendinaga Mohawk Territory
Council Building (24 Meadow Drive). First
Tuesday, every other month. In 2017, that’s:
Feb. 7, Apr. 4, Jun. 6, Aug. 1, Oct. 3, Dec. 5
12:00pm-4:00pm
Tweed
Municipal Building (255 Metcalf St). Fourth
Tuesday, every other month. In 2017, that’s:
Jan. 24, Mar. 28, May 23, Jul. 25, Sep. 26,
Nov. 28
12:00pm-4:00pm
As always, feel free to contact me at any
time if these hours don’t work for you.
Email: [email protected]
Phone toll free: 1-866-471-3800
The increase to the GIS top-up
benefit reaffirms our commitment
to lifting Canadians out of
poverty, strengthening public
pensions and improving the
quality of life for seniors.
