May 1, 2026
Speaking Out on Behalf of Constituents
Inside the House of Commons, MP Rochefort takes part in debates on important issues, votes on matters that affect the lives of constituents, asks questions during Question Period, and makes statements about important events and issues in Nipissing-Timiskaming. As the Parliamentary Secretary to the Secretary of State for Rural Development, MP Rochefort speaks on behalf […]
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November 25, 2025
House of Commons Speech – Softwood Lumber & Hwys 11 / 17
(OTTAWA, ON) Mr. Speaker, Thank you for the opportunity to rise today to speak in support of Canada’s forest sector. Forestry is not only a cornerstone of our national economy, but also a critical solutions-provider for today’s top policy priorities, from housing affordability to rural development and employment, to wildfire resilience, and more. This important sector […]
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November 4, 2025
2025 Budget to Build, Protect & Empower Canada
(OTTAWA, ON) The 2025 Budget presented by the Mark Carney government proposes to transform the economy from one that is reliant on a single trade partner, to one that is stronger, more self-sufficient, and more resilient to global shocks. The plan builds on Canada’s strengths – world-class industries, skilled and talented workers, diverse trade […]
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October 31, 2025
“Let’s build a future where our daughters see politics not as a battleground, but as a platform for impact.”
(NIPISSING – TIMISKAMING, ON) October marks an annual tradition of celebrating the remarkable achievements of women and girls throughout our history. It is also a time to reflect on the work that remains, breaking down barriers and building the conditions that allow everyone to participate fully in Canada’s social, cultural, and economic life. In the […]
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October 8, 2025
Airports are Essential for Health, Safety and Local Economies
(OTTAWA, ON) MP Rochefort’s Statement in the House of Commons today: This week, the House of Commons welcomes the Canadian Airports Council to Ottawa, and included are representatives from my community’s Jack Garland Airport in North Bay. In a country as vast and geographically wide as Canada, connecting Canadians is not easy, and that is […]
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July 17, 2025
Canadian Veterans of Afghanistan Deserve Consideration for Canadian Victoria Cross Medal
(OTTAWA, ON) On October 14, 2006, Private Jess Larochelle of the 1st Royal Canadian Regiment Battle Group was manning an observation post when it was destroyed by an enemy rocket in Pashmul, Afghanistan. Although he was alone, severely injured, and under sustained enemy fire in his exposed position at the ruined observation post, he aggressively […]
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