April 4, 2026
Student Loan Forgiveness expansion helps graduates, rural communities
(NIPISSING – TIMISKAMING, ON) Our government is expanding the Canada Student Loan Forgiveness to graduates of 10 more eligible occupations, working in eligible communities. Video Message from MP Rochefort regarding the expansion of the Canada Student Loan Forgiveness Program. “Helping young Canadians build their futures starts with making education more accessible. The Student Loan Forgiveness […]
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April 1, 2026
It’s time to renew your Canadian Dental Care Plan Coverage
(NIPISSING – TIMISKAMING, ON) MP Rochefort is reminding eligible residents to renew their coverage under the Canadian Dental Care Plan to continue receiving affordable, essential oral health care for the upcoming 2026-2027 benefit year. “Access to dental care is vital to overall health and well-being,”said MP Rochefort. “The Canadian Dental Care Plan is helping families […]
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March 30, 2026
Big step forward to cut taxes on housing and boost supply
(TORONTO, ON) Prime Minister Mark Carney, alongside Ontario Premier Doug Ford, announced a new partnership between Canada and Ontario to build more affordable homes. This partnership will reduce taxes and fees for a home in Ontario by up to $200,000. “Our new partnership with Ontario is about building more affordable homes, more transit, and more […]
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March 19, 2026
FedNor Invests over $4.5 Million to Support Defence, AI Solutions Innovation, and Small Business Growth in Nipissing-Timiskaming
(NORTH BAY, ON) – Today, Pauline Rochefort, Parliamentary Secretary to the Secretary of State (Rural Development) and Member of Parliament for Nipissing—Timiskaming, announced a Government of Canada investment of $4,574,347 to support six strategic initiatives in Nipissing—Timiskaming. The funded projects will support Canada’s defence sector and accelerate AI adoption, innovation, job creation and business growth […]
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March 8, 2026
IWD in Nipissing-Timiskaming Uplifts Women’s Accomplishments
(NIPISSING – TIMISKAMING) Community gatherings brought together women in North Bay and Temiskaming Shores to celebrate <a href=”https://www.canada.ca/en/women-gender-equality/commemorations-celebrations/international-womens-day.html”>International Women’s Day (IWD)</a> in our Nipissing – Timiskaming riding. Staff members from MP Rochefort’s constituency offices were thrilled to attend IWD events on her behalf. IWD is observed worldwide, celebrating the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements […]
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February 24, 2026
Temiskaming Shores Constituency Office Officially Opens at New Location
(TEMISKAMING SHORES, ON) More than 100 constituents joined MP Rochefort for the Official Opening of the new Constituency Office at 65 Whitewood Ave. W., Temiskaming Shores. “It’s our privilege to serve the people of Timiskaming – from Temagami to Englehart to Elk Lake. Thank you to everyone who joined us during the celebration. This new […]
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February 23, 2026
Government of Canada invests $472,859 to help Northern Ontario businesses diversify into the defence industry
(NORTH BAY, ON) Pauline Rochefort, Nipissing-Timiskaming MP and Parliamentary Secretary (Rural Affairs) announced a targeted $472,859 Government of Canada investment to help Northern Ontario businesses diversify into the defence industry. The FedNor funding will enable the City of North Bay to launch a multi-year pilot project to help position Northern Ontario businesses for long-term success […]
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January 26, 2026
MP Rochefort Hails New Measures to Make Groceries and Other Essentials More Affordable in Nipissing – Timiskaming
(OTTAWA, ON) — Pauline Rochefort, Member of Parliament for Nipissing—Timiskaming is pleased Canadians — and her constituents — will see some relief when it comes to affordability thanks to a major announcement by the Government of Canada. “Lowering costs means putting real, practical support into the hands of people here in Nipissing—Timiskaming,” said MP Rochefort. “From […]
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January 22, 2026
Hwy 11/17 Must be Upgraded
(NIPISSING-TIMISKAMING) MP Pauline Rochefort continues to support the Federation of Northern Ontario Municipalities (FONOM) in advocating for a major highway infrastructure project designed to improve economic efficiency, safety and national connectivity. Calls for the Governments of Canada and of Ontario to invest in a transformative upgrade of Northern Ontario’s Highways 11 and 17 — the […]
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January 16, 2026
China`s Tariff Relief for Canada`s Canola Good for Nipissing – Timiskaming
(NIPISSING – TIMISKAMING) MP Pauline Rochefort is joining regional experts from the agriculture sector in Nipissing—Timiskaming in highlighting significant tariff relief by the People’s Republic of China on Canadian canola. “This is a welcome development for agricultural producers close to home and across the country,” said MP Rochefort. “We are appreciative of the work of […]
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