Riding News

February 16, 2012 Striking the Right Balance – Lawful Access LegislationFebruary 10, 2012 Member of Parliament Ron Cannan Honours Kelowna ResidentFebruary 06, 2012 Vonnie Lavers Receives Diamond Jubilee Medal at Government House February 02, 2012 Protecting OAS for Future GenerationsJanuary 31, 2012 Where Your Tax Dollar Goes - 2010/11January 27, 2012 Pre-Budget 2012January 26, 2012 Harper Government Invests in Arts and Culture in British ColumbiaJanuary 18, 2012 Kelowna receives federal funding for greenhouse gas reduction projectsJanuary 12, 2012 Health Care 2012December 15, 2011 Goodwill and A True Christmas TaleNovember 30, 2011 An Eye on the FutureNovember 30, 2011 Violence Against Women Nov 2011November 24, 2011 Managing Your Finances EffectivelyNovember 17, 2011 Creating Jobs in the OkanaganNovember 10, 2011 Adjusting to Ongoing Economic TurmoilNovember 05, 2011 $2.1M boosts Okanagan’s high-tech sector November 02, 2011 Who are the heroes among usOctober 31, 2011 Constituents bestowed the Medal of Bravery by His Excellency the Governor General of CanadaOctober 27, 2011 Trade Opportunities Are Creating the Jobs We NeedOctober 19, 2011 Small Business and Trade Opportunities are Creating the Jobs We NeedOctober 14, 2011 Affordable Seniors’ Housing opens in KelownaOctober 14, 2011 Making Progress on Veterans’ BenefitsOctober 13, 2011 Federal Funding for Okanagan Valley High Tech Market ExpansionOctober 06, 2011 Thanksgiving 2011September 29, 2011 Keeping Our Commitment on Law and OrderSeptember 26, 2011 Why Don’t You Pay Us a Visit?September 21, 2011 Keeping Our Commitment on Law and OrderSeptember 16, 2011 In Those We TrustSeptember 08, 2011 The Heroes Among UsAugust 30, 2011 Ron Cannan, MP Announces Funding for the Lake Country ArtWalkAugust 29, 2011 Government of Canada Invests in New Technology for Canadian Wine August 29, 2011 Coming Together As A CommunityJuly 27, 2011 Honouring Stew Tuningley and the Volunteer Spirit in Our CommunityJuly 20, 2011 Harper Government announces second call for proposals to help innovate local businessesJuly 19, 2011 Governments celebrate the completion of Gerstmar ParkJuly 13, 2011 Standing By Our SeniorsJuly 05, 2011 Government of Canada helps an individual with disabilities in Kelowna develop job skillsJune 28, 2011 Canada’s Economic Action Plan delivers housing-related infrastructure loans to British ColumbiaJune 28, 2011 Oh CanadaJune 16, 2011 Giving BackJune 16, 2011 Ron Cannan makes a statement in the House of Commons regarding his Motion 218June 06, 2011 Ron Cannan tables Motion 218 (formerly M-601) in the House of Commons to amend the archaic Importation of Intoxicating Liquors ActJune 02, 2011 Ron Cannan Sworn in as MP for Kelowna – Lake CountryMay 27, 2011 Ceremony Celebrates New PathwaysMay 06, 2011 Thank You!March 24, 2011 Budget 2011March 18, 2011 Government of Canada announces funding to help families achieve healthier weights March 15, 2011 Harper Government Celebrates Economic Action Plan Investments in Canada’s Knowledge EconomyMarch 15, 2011 Government of Canada Announces Support for Innovation at the University of British Columbia March 09, 2011 Working Back in the Riding and available to MeetMarch 09, 2011 Budget 2011February 25, 2011 Tax Pain and GainFebruary 11, 2011 Ron Cannan, MP for Kelowna-Lake Country Announces Funding for Global Citizen Kelowna WeekFebruary 10, 2011 Setting the Record Straight on Corporate Tax CutsFebruary 04, 2011 Water board unveils tool to help ensure sustainable water supplyFebruary 04, 2011 Improved accessibility at Lake Country Post OfficeFebruary 03, 2011 Highway 97 Improvements get Green LightFebruary 02, 2011 Cannan Elected Co-Chair of Canada-Taiwan Friendship GroupJanuary 27, 2011 Economy and CommunityJanuary 26, 2011 Government of Canada Supports Zamoof! MagazineJanuary 17, 2011 MP Cannan Consulting Constituents for Budget 2011January 05, 2011 The Government of Canada creates thousands of jobs for young CanadiansDecember 16, 2010 Good NewsDecember 14, 2010 Season’s Greetings and the Year in ReviewDecember 13, 2010 The Government of Canada helps Kelowna youth prepare for the job marketDecember 02, 2010 Cannan Tables Motion 601 to Help Wine IndustryNovember 04, 2010 For the VeteransNovember 01, 2010 The Government of Canada helps an individual with a disability in Lake Country develop job skillsOctober 29, 2010 Dayton Street overpass opensOctober 28, 2010 Government of Canada supports accessibility for all CanadiansOctober 25, 2010 MP Ron Cannan Announces Funding for Okanagan Historical SocietyOctober 25, 2010 Government of Canada Supports Wood Lake Publishing Inc.October 21, 2010 Joe Rich Community Hall Receives Upgraded Heating SystemOctober 20, 2010 ChallengesOctober 18, 2010 Government of Canada helps Aboriginal people improve skills and find jobs in British ColumbiaOctober 12, 2010 Government of Canada helps an individual with a disability in Kelowna develop job skillsOctober 06, 2010 The Colour GreenOctober 01, 2010 Government of Canada supports seniors in Kelowna-Lake CountrySeptember 27, 2010 Government of Canada funds B.C. organization to provide diabetes care for marginalized populationsSeptember 23, 2010 BC Dragoons, F-35s and the EconomySeptember 17, 2010 Government of Canada Supports Innovative Plant Culture TechnologySeptember 10, 2010 A case for MP travel and honouring our VeteransSeptember 09, 2010 Veteran Affairs Commendations Kelowna - Mary CardiffSeptember 07, 2010 Government of Canada Invests in the Lake Country ArtWalkSeptember 01, 2010 Rapidbus Service Highlights Kelowna Transit ExpansionAugust 28, 2010 Affordable Housing underway in British ColumbiaAugust 20, 2010 Government of Canada Invests in Grape and Wine Innovation in British ColumbiaAugust 05, 2010 Improving Canada’s Retirement Income SystemAugust 04, 2010 Government of Canada helps a person with a disability in Kelowna develop job skillsJuly 23, 2010 Be Positive About Canada’s Efforts In the WorldJuly 19, 2010 Environmental Assessment 2010July 15, 2010 One Stop Shop for Business Licences July 09, 2010 Striking a Balance in Refugee ReformJuly 02, 2010 The Governments of Canada and British Columbia invest in the Tree Fruit IndustryJuly 02, 2010 THE GOVERNMENTS OF CANADA AND BRITISH COLUMBIA INVEST IN THE TREE FRUIT INDUSTRYJune 25, 2010 MP Ron Cannan announces Government of Canada investment in innovative local not for profit organizationJune 25, 2010 GOVERNMENT OF CANADA INVESTS $28,486 IN COMMUNITY ENVIRONMENTAL PROJECT IN KELOWNAJune 23, 2010 Way To Go, Eh?June 21, 2010 Celebrate Canada Day 2010June 21, 2010 Local Organizations Receive Federal Funding for Canada Day and National Aboriginal Day CelebrationsJune 19, 2010 Government of Canada celebrates Renovations to supportive Housing in KelownaJune 18, 2010 $250,000 investment puts workers back on the jobJune 11, 2010 Moving Forward with Balanced Copyright LegislationJune 08, 2010 Get to Know Program Recognizes Winners of 2010 Canadian Get to Know ContestMay 31, 2010 Alaina Podmorow, Little Women 4 Little Women March on Parliament Hill for International Children’s DayMay 27, 2010 MP ExpendituresMay 14, 2010 Leading in the Digital EconomyMay 05, 2010 Government of Canada Invests in the Sunshine Theatre SocietyApril 30, 2010 Strengthening Women Entrepreneurs in Rural B.C.April 29, 2010 The Real Work on Parliament HillApril 16, 2010 Government of Canada Invests in Research for Next Generation Green BuildingsApril 14, 2010 Project Improves Access to Diabetes Education and TreatmentApril 07, 2010 Inauguration of the new Passport Canada Office in KelownaApril 06, 2010 Government of Canada announces action for Kelowna Women and ChildrenApril 06, 2010 Ron Cannan, MP for Kelowna-Lake Country Announces Funding for the Global Citizen Kelowna FestivalMarch 29, 2010 Groundbreaking water study points to need for conservation and adaptationMarch 26, 2010 Encouraging Private Donations: Government of Canada Matches Funds to the Central Okanagan FoundationMarch 19, 2010 New Horizons for Seniors - Call for ProposalsMarch 07, 2010 When the Tough Get Going Budget 2010March 04, 2010 Budget Works For Riding Says CannanMarch 01, 2010 Government of Canada Invests in 4WD MagazineFebruary 19, 2010 Protecting Consumers and the Economic RecoveryFebruary 19, 2010 Opening of the Passport Canada Kelowna officeFebruary 04, 2010 Working Hard for the OkanaganJanuary 29, 2010 Government of Canada invests in fruit grower research and innovationJanuary 29, 2010 B.C. takes over local delivery of agriculture programsJanuary 27, 2010 What the Prorogation of Parliament is All AboutJanuary 25, 2010 Canada, B.C. Announce New Seniors’ Housing ConstructionJanuary 22, 2010 Deadline fast approaching for available federal funds to ensure the active participation of disabled community members in local eventsJanuary 21, 2010 The Opportunities Ahead for 2010January 13, 2010 Government of Canada employment program supports local person with disabilitiesDecember 11, 2009 Affordable seniors’ housing breaks ground in KelownaNovember 30, 2009 Government of Canada Invests in Kelowna’s Recreational InfrastructureNovember 05, 2009 Government of Canada Invests in Zamoof! MagazineNovember 04, 2009 The Government of Canada Invests in Kelowna Visual and Performing Arts Centre SocietyOctober 30, 2009 Tackling Crime, Protecting CanadiansOctober 30, 2009 Government of Canada Invests in Key Recreational CentreOctober 23, 2009 The Government of Canada Invests in Chamber Music Kelowna SocietyOctober 16, 2009 In All Things Give ThanksOctober 14, 2009 Government of Canada supports innovative research and development Projects in KelownaOctober 09, 2009 Government of Canada Announces Investment to Help Create and Maintain Jobs in Kelowna-Lake CountryOctober 03, 2009 Province continues commitment to BC fruit growersSeptember 28, 2009 Government of Canada supports innovative research and development in KelownaSeptember 25, 2009 Government of Canada increases international sales for Canadian wineSeptember 25, 2009 Governments fund local infrastructureSeptember 24, 2009 Government of Canada employment program supports people with disabilitiesSeptember 23, 2009 Government of Canada Invests in the City of KelownaSeptember 20, 2009 Fall in the OkanaganSeptember 17, 2009 At Home and Abroad Canadians are Making Progress and are Proud of It!September 15, 2009 Government of Canada Launches Call for Proposals for Capital Projects that Support SeniorsSeptember 09, 2009 Harper Government Invests in Recreational Infrastructure at the University of British Columbia – OkanaganSeptember 08, 2009 Rutland Lions Cenotaph Receives Federal Support for RenovationAugust 27, 2009 Government of Canada Invests in Lake Country ArtWalkAugust 20, 2009 Canada’s Economic Action Plan Provides funding for Central Okanagan TrailsAugust 12, 2009 Harper Government Invests in Kelowna’s Recreational InfrastructureJuly 31, 2009 Balancing Refugee Protection with Economic BenefitsJuly 30, 2009 Governments of Canada and British Columbia to reduce environmental risk on farmsJuly 23, 2009 Letter to the Editor MP PensionsJuly 05, 2009 Safeguarding Our Privacy While Protecting the PublicJune 25, 2009 MULTI-LATERAL PARTNERSHIP MAKES HYDRO PROJECT A REALITYJune 23, 2009 Local Organizations Receive Federal Funding for Canada Day CelebrationsJune 19, 2009 Effective Crime Prevention Requires Local interventionJune 12, 2009 Funding is Definitely Flowing in Kelowna-Lake CountryJune 10, 2009 Saving GM Canada was Prudent Move for Tax PayersJune 08, 2009 Government of Canada Awards Regional District of Central Okanagan $63,500May 29, 2009 New Noise Abatement Regulations in place for boating seasonMay 29, 2009 Feds Get Tougher With Noisy BoatersMay 27, 2009 The Government of Canada Supports Chamber Music Kelowna SocietyMay 15, 2009 Government of Canada Invests in B.C. Solar Energy ProgramMay 13, 2009 The Government of Canada supports projects for seniors in KelownaMay 08, 2009 Committee invites Canadians with disabilities to apply for the 2009 Centennial Flame Research AwardMay 07, 2009 Canada and Kelowna - Leading in Energy EfficiencyMay 05, 2009 Canada Needs A Genuine Public BroadcasterApril 09, 2009 Government of Canada Works with British Columbia to Tackle Illicit Drug Use Among YouthApril 08, 2009 $2.86M investment in geothermal at UBC OkanaganApril 08, 2009 AGRICULTURE PARLIAMENTARY SECRETARY, MP MEET WITH LOCAL FARMERS IN THE OKANAGANApril 07, 2009 CANADA-BC PARTNERSHIP TO EXPAND LOCAL INFRASTRUCTUREApril 06, 2009 LOCATION ANNOUNCED FOR NEW OKANAGAN PASSPORT OFFICEMarch 27, 2009 Supporting R&D is Everyone’s BusinessMarch 23, 2009 $2.4M INVESTMENT FOR KELOWNA INFRASTRUCTURE, SAFETYMarch 21, 2009 FUNDING SUPPORTS LAKE COUNTRY PROJECTS, SERVICESMarch 12, 2009 Cannan Elected Vice-Chair of Canada-United States Inter-Parliamentary GroupMarch 06, 2009 Minister of International Cooperation, Cannan Welcome Alaina Podmorow to Parliament Hill for International Women’s WeekMarch 02, 2009 Volunteerism Improves the Quality of Life for All of UsFebruary 20, 2009 Federal Investment Strengthens Small Business and Innovation Across British ColumbiaFebruary 18, 2009 Supporting Employers, Supporting Students, Serving CommunitiesFebruary 15, 2009 The Government of Canada Supports Intercultural Society of Central OkanaganFebruary 09, 2009 Ron Cannan Hosts Kelowna Chamber of Commerce in Ottawa for High Level MeetingsJanuary 30, 2009 Local Economy Benefits from Budget 2009January 26, 2009 Cannan Supports Local Teacher’s Wish– Dear Parliamentarians, Children Watching!January 22, 2009 Tax Relief Helping Seniors, Families Weather Economic ChallengesJanuary 21, 2009 Budget 2009December 12, 2008 What should be in Canada’s next federal budget?December 04, 2008 Support a Strong and United CanadaNovember 21, 2008 Cannan Shares Important Information for Seniors Regarding RRIF WithdrawalsNovember 21, 2008 Cannan shares Important Information for Seniors Regarding RRIF WithdrawalsNovember 20, 2008 Speech From the Throne: Protecting Canada's FutureNovember 17, 2008 Ron Cannan is Officially Sworn In as MP for Kelowna – Lake CountryNovember 12, 2008 Update on Passport OfficeNovember 07, 2008 Opening of Kelowna Airport ExpansionNovember 07, 2008 Special Vigil Honours Canada’s War DeadNovember 07, 2008 Looking for Funding? These Resources Might Help.October 22, 2008 Ron Cannan Wins Re-Election as MP for Kelowna - Lake CountryJuly 24, 2008 Governments Of Canada And British Columbia Announce They Will Fund Highway Projects In B.C.June 26, 2008 Government of Canada Announces New Business Services to Strengthen Regional Technology InnovationJune 16, 2008 Canada Day Message and List of EventsJune 10, 2008 Myra Canyon Trestles Re-openJune 05, 2008 Deadline for New Horizons for Seniors Applications June 13th, 2008May 29, 2008 Freedom of Choice, Better Consumer Protection under C-51May 22, 2008 It says "Product of Canada" on the package, but ……May 21, 2008 Rotary Club To Plant 80 TreesMay 07, 2008 Mental Health Week 2008May 06, 2008 The Government of Canada Supports Sunshine Theatre SocietyApril 25, 2008 On Elections Canada, Campaign Expenditures and the Fate of Our Political System.April 22, 2008 At-risk Youth In Kelowna Receive Essential Services SupportApril 17, 2008 Ron pays Tribute to Greg Athans on Induction into the Canadian Ski Hall of FameApril 17, 2008 Ron pays Tribute to Greg Athans on Induction into the Canadian Ski Hall of FameApril 14, 2008 Time Capsule Prepared For W.r. Bennett Bridge PontoonApril 09, 2008 Watching Out For Our CitizensApril 02, 2008 Youth from Kelowna Attend Forum for Young Canadians in OttawaMarch 19, 2008 UBC Okanagan gets Funding to Help Students Butt OutMarch 10, 2008 UBC Okanagan gets Funding to Help Students Butt OutMarch 09, 2008 International Women’s Day, Alaina Podmorow and What We Can All Do to Make a DifferenceMarch 06, 2008 Minister of International Development and Ron Cannan Welcome Alaina Podmorow to Parliament HillMarch 06, 2008 Minister of International Development, Cannan Welcome Alaina Podmorow to Parliament HillFebruary 19, 2008 Government of Canada delivers new passport office to the residents of the Okanagan ValleyFebruary 15, 2008 The Senator and Senate ReformFebruary 13, 2008 Congratulations to Kelowna’s Canadian Vision Impaired Curling ChampionsFebruary 03, 2008 Canadian Seniors Need Not Worry About Pension Income CalculationsFebruary 01, 2008 The Government Of Canada Supports Intercultural Society Of The Central OkanaganJanuary 21, 2008 Minister MacKay Visits Kelowna and Little Women 4 Little Women in AfghanistanJanuary 18, 2008 Tax Dollars and Tax Breaks – You’ve Earned ThemDecember 20, 2007 Season's GreetingsDecember 20, 2007 Holiday Greetings from Ron CannanDecember 17, 2007 Ron Cannan Meets with Finance Minister Flaherty Outlines Kelowna-Lake Country PrioritiesNovember 30, 2007 Passports and Traveling to the United StatesNovember 28, 2007 The Government of Canada Supports Student Remembrance and Research CourseNovember 16, 2007 Building a Better Highway 97November 07, 2007 The Importance of the Act of RemembranceNovember 07, 2007 Ron Cannan Visits Campion Marine Inc.November 07, 2007 Applications For New Horizons for Seniors Funding now AvailableNovember 07, 2007 Cannan Appointed to Veterans Affairs CommitteeNovember 06, 2007 Veterans’ Week And Remembrance Day 2007November 02, 2007 More Tax Relief for CanadiansOctober 26, 2007 Ron Cannan Announces Over $1.9 Million in Federal Gas Tax FundingOctober 24, 2007 FREE MAIL DELIVERY TO CANADIAN TROOPS OVERSEASOctober 19, 2007 GOVERNMENT OF CANADA AND CANADIAN VINTNERS ASSOCIATION TO DEVELOP A FOOD SAFETY PROGRAM FOR THE WINE INDUSTRYOctober 17, 2007 Practicality over Grand Promises: Cannan Says Throne Speech Signals Progress for Kelowna-Lake CountryOctober 17, 2007 Federal Government Stands Behind Small BusinessOctober 13, 2007 Ron Cannan Announces the Government is Committing $1.35 million for Kelowna International Airport ExpansionOctober 11, 2007 $2 MILLION IN FUNDING EXPANDS WINFIELD REC CENTREOctober 03, 2007 Government Recognizes the Importance of Mental Health AwarenessSeptember 26, 2007 Ron Welcomes Kelowna Chamber of Commerce Executives to OttawaSeptember 22, 2007 Affordable Seniors Housing Opens in Lake CountrySeptember 12, 2007 Government Asking For Your Input on Canada Student Loans ProgramJuly 25, 2007 A BUSY SUMMERJuly 19, 2007 Toning Down the Rhetoric – Working Together To Provide Child Care ChoicesJuly 13, 2007 FEDERAL AND PROVINCIAL GOVERNMENTS INVEST $8 MILLION IN REVITALIZATION OF B.C.’S FRUIT INDUSTRIESJuly 13, 2007 FEDERAL AND PROVINCIAL GOVERNMENTS INVEST $8 MILLION IN REVITALIZATION OF B.C.’S FRUIT INDUSTRIESJuly 12, 2007 $11 Million from Canada's New Government to Improve Central Okanagan TransitJuly 12, 2007 $11 Million from Canada’s New Government to Improve Central Okanagan TransitJuly 10, 2007 Canada’s New Government supports British Columbia in Disaster Relief and Recovery EffortsJuly 03, 2007 Passport Service Streamlined - New Bill of Rights, Ombudsman for TaxpayersJune 22, 2007 Local Organizations Receive Federal Funding for Canada Day CelebrationsJune 22, 2007 Local Organizations Receive Federal Funding for Canada Day CelebrationsJune 08, 2007 Minister Lunn Announces $39.6 Million for Next Phase of Mountain Pine Beetle ResponseJune 01, 2007 RCMP Continues its Good Work on Behalf of Local ChildrenMay 07, 2007 New Horizons Program Engages Seniors, Strengthens CommunitiesMay 04, 2007 Canada's New Government issues a Call for Proposals for projects to advance the full participation of people with disabilitiesApril 13, 2007 Federal Government Supports Project Literacy KelownaMarch 26, 2007 Cannan Congratulates Women’s World Champion CurlersMarch 26, 2007 Supporting Women’s Programs to Strengthen Our CommunityMarch 26, 2007 Cannan Congratulates Women’s World Champion CurlersMarch 20, 2007 Supporting Women’s Programs to Strengthen Our CommunityMarch 19, 2007 Budget Works for Local Families Says CannanMarch 16, 2007 Kelowna Project Receives $45,000 from Minister of Envrionment to Help Combat Invasive SpeciesFebruary 28, 2007 Cannan Says Service Canada Passport Agent Will Relieve PressureFebruary 20, 2007 Cannan Holds Roundtable Discussion to Address Labour, Skills Shortage in the Okanagan ValleyFebruary 16, 2007 Cannan Says Reduction of Lift span Schedule ApprovedJanuary 26, 2007 Cannan Set for Upcoming SessionDecember 21, 2006 Positive announcements before Christmas recessDecember 14, 2006 A brighter economic future for Canadans: lowering the debt and reducing the tax burden on CanadiansNovember 27, 2006 Ron speaks out on HIV/AIDSNovember 11, 2006 The Duty To RememberNovember 11, 2006 The Duty To RememberNovember 09, 2006 Cannan Meets With Passport OfficialsOctober 31, 2006 Cannan Introduces Private Members’ Bill to Curb Drunk DrivingOctober 31, 2006 Ron Cannan makes a statement on Juvenile Diabetes after meeting with a young constituent in Ottawa.October 31, 2006 Ron Cannan makes a statement on Juvenile DiabetesOctober 25, 2006 Ron speaks in the House of Commons on the Clean Air Act and local environmental initiativesOctober 24, 2006 More Than Just Hot AirSeptember 27, 2006 Beginning the fall session of the 39th ParliamentSeptember 22, 2006 Helping Afghanistan reclaim its own right to peaceSeptember 21, 2006 International Day of Peace and establishing peace in AfghanistanJuly 21, 2006 Kelowna Cenotaph Upgrade ProjectJune 01, 2006 Feds Get Behind Planning For Central Okanagan BypassMay 16, 2006 Local MP Expresses Concern over Liberal Record on Aboriginal AffairsMay 10, 2006 Cannan Honours Ron Born in House Ron Cannan thanks His Excellency Hamid Karzai the President of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan The Will and the Way Towards Eradicating Homelessness