Karen McCrimmon
@karenmccrimmon.bsky.social
MPP for Kanata—Carleton | MP for Kanata—Carleton (2015–2021) | The first female navigator and the first woman to command a Canadian Forces air force squadron
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I was honoured to be sworn in again as the Member of Provincial Parliament for #KanataCarleton in front of family & friends.
The journey continues, and I’m eager to hear your feedback as we move forward. Thanks for all your hard work and support!
The journey continues, and I’m eager to hear your feedback as we move forward. Thanks for all your hard work and support!
Volunteer Opportunity for Older Adults! City of Ottawa is recruiting five older adult volunteers for the Older Adult Plan Roundtable. Members will help support the Plan’s progress and share lived experience. Applications close December 3. Apply through Engage Ottawa: engage.ottawa.ca/oap/surveys/...
November 13, 2025 at 7:11 PM
Volunteer Opportunity for Older Adults! City of Ottawa is recruiting five older adult volunteers for the Older Adult Plan Roundtable. Members will help support the Plan’s progress and share lived experience. Applications close December 3. Apply through Engage Ottawa: engage.ottawa.ca/oap/surveys/...
Thank you to The Royal Canadian Legion Branch 616 West Carleton for an amazing Remembrance ceremony yesterday. I was honoured to lay a wreath on behalf of the the Province of Ontario. The participation of the community set a high standard! Well done!
November 9, 2025 at 7:45 PM
Thank you to The Royal Canadian Legion Branch 616 West Carleton for an amazing Remembrance ceremony yesterday. I was honoured to lay a wreath on behalf of the the Province of Ontario. The participation of the community set a high standard! Well done!
Today we honour Indigenous Veterans Day.
First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples have a proud history of service to Canada. We remember their courage, sacrifice and strength.
Learn more about Indigenous veterans: veterans.gc.ca/en/remembran...
First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples have a proud history of service to Canada. We remember their courage, sacrifice and strength.
Learn more about Indigenous veterans: veterans.gc.ca/en/remembran...
November 8, 2025 at 3:42 PM
Today we honour Indigenous Veterans Day.
First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples have a proud history of service to Canada. We remember their courage, sacrifice and strength.
Learn more about Indigenous veterans: veterans.gc.ca/en/remembran...
First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples have a proud history of service to Canada. We remember their courage, sacrifice and strength.
Learn more about Indigenous veterans: veterans.gc.ca/en/remembran...
It was an honour to take part in the flag-raising ceremony at Queen’s Park marking the 50th anniversary of Angola’s independence. A powerful celebration of freedom and resilience.
My thanks to the Angolan community and the Ontario Trial Lawyers Association for this meaningful event.
My thanks to the Angolan community and the Ontario Trial Lawyers Association for this meaningful event.
November 6, 2025 at 6:56 PM
It was an honour to take part in the flag-raising ceremony at Queen’s Park marking the 50th anniversary of Angola’s independence. A powerful celebration of freedom and resilience.
My thanks to the Angolan community and the Ontario Trial Lawyers Association for this meaningful event.
My thanks to the Angolan community and the Ontario Trial Lawyers Association for this meaningful event.
It was great to join MPP Ted Hsu for the Dairy Farmers reception at Queen’s Park. Grateful for the farmers who work tirelessly to feed our communities and support our economy.
November 6, 2025 at 6:55 PM
It was great to join MPP Ted Hsu for the Dairy Farmers reception at Queen’s Park. Grateful for the farmers who work tirelessly to feed our communities and support our economy.
Ontario deserves better. It’s time for transparency, it’s time to open the books on the Skills Development Fund, and it’s time to fire Minister David Piccini.
November 4, 2025 at 1:25 AM
Ontario deserves better. It’s time for transparency, it’s time to open the books on the Skills Development Fund, and it’s time to fire Minister David Piccini.
It’s starting! Kick off your 2025 Christmas Market shopping experience and get to All Saints Catholic High School early! Always great finds for everyone on your list! #shoplocal
November 1, 2025 at 4:02 PM
It’s starting! Kick off your 2025 Christmas Market shopping experience and get to All Saints Catholic High School early! Always great finds for everyone on your list! #shoplocal
Be sure to check out the Dunrobin Market today! All your local finds for the big game tonight! #dubrobin #shoplocal
November 1, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Be sure to check out the Dunrobin Market today! All your local finds for the big game tonight! #dubrobin #shoplocal
Honoured to join the Indo-Canadian community for the BAPS Foundation Stone Laying Ceremony at the EY Centre. The new Mandir in Kanata North will bring people together in peace and community. Thank you BAPS Ottawa and everyone who helped make this celebration possible.
October 30, 2025 at 5:33 PM
Honoured to join the Indo-Canadian community for the BAPS Foundation Stone Laying Ceremony at the EY Centre. The new Mandir in Kanata North will bring people together in peace and community. Thank you BAPS Ottawa and everyone who helped make this celebration possible.
The Seniors Community Grant Program is now open for 2026–2027. These grants help local groups create programs that keep older adults active, connected, and supported in their communities.
Learn more and apply by December 18, 2025 at ontario.ca/seniors-community-grant.
Learn more and apply by December 18, 2025 at ontario.ca/seniors-community-grant.
October 29, 2025 at 8:30 PM
The Seniors Community Grant Program is now open for 2026–2027. These grants help local groups create programs that keep older adults active, connected, and supported in their communities.
Learn more and apply by December 18, 2025 at ontario.ca/seniors-community-grant.
Learn more and apply by December 18, 2025 at ontario.ca/seniors-community-grant.
This government has set Ontario back in so many ways!
October 23, 2025 at 4:56 PM
This government has set Ontario back in so many ways!
Happy Small Business Week! Join me in celebrating the incredible dedication and innovation of small businesses of #KanataCarleton. Our neighbours bring unique products and services right to our doorsteps. Supporting local helps all our families, friends and neighbours.
#SmallBusinessWeek
#SmallBusinessWeek
October 20, 2025 at 7:13 PM
Happy Small Business Week! Join me in celebrating the incredible dedication and innovation of small businesses of #KanataCarleton. Our neighbours bring unique products and services right to our doorsteps. Supporting local helps all our families, friends and neighbours.
#SmallBusinessWeek
#SmallBusinessWeek
Wishing everyone celebrating a happy Diwali filled with love, peace, and light. It was lovely to join community members at the Tony Graham Recreation Complex to mark this special occasion together. Thank you to the Ottawa Indo-Canadian Association for a wonderful evening.
October 20, 2025 at 2:22 PM
Wishing everyone celebrating a happy Diwali filled with love, peace, and light. It was lovely to join community members at the Tony Graham Recreation Complex to mark this special occasion together. Thank you to the Ottawa Indo-Canadian Association for a wonderful evening.
It was wonderful to visit the Kanata Seniors Council Health Fair at the Kanata Seniors Centre. So many great conversations, useful resources, and friendly faces all focused on health and well-being. Thank you to the Kanata Seniors Council and OACAO for organizing this event.
October 18, 2025 at 10:26 PM
It was wonderful to visit the Kanata Seniors Council Health Fair at the Kanata Seniors Centre. So many great conversations, useful resources, and friendly faces all focused on health and well-being. Thank you to the Kanata Seniors Council and OACAO for organizing this event.
I’d like to thank Captain Rob Dufour and the 2870 Royal Canadian Army Cadets for inviting me to share what Remembrance Day means to me and reflect on my career & experience with such bright, thoughtful young people. Your curiosity and questions give me confidence in our future.
October 16, 2025 at 4:58 PM
I’d like to thank Captain Rob Dufour and the 2870 Royal Canadian Army Cadets for inviting me to share what Remembrance Day means to me and reflect on my career & experience with such bright, thoughtful young people. Your curiosity and questions give me confidence in our future.
Thank you to Kevin Ford, Gerard Power, and the Ottawa Maker’s Shed for sharing your inspiring work. Your creativity, skill, and passion for teaching future generations help keep our communities strong.
October 15, 2025 at 6:52 PM
Thank you to Kevin Ford, Gerard Power, and the Ottawa Maker’s Shed for sharing your inspiring work. Your creativity, skill, and passion for teaching future generations help keep our communities strong.
Grateful to see innovation at work in Kanata-Carleton.
The Kanata North Smart Shuttle, Canada’s first medium speed, all season autonomous vehicle, marks real progress toward safer and cleaner transportation for our community.
@KanataNorthBA
The Kanata North Smart Shuttle, Canada’s first medium speed, all season autonomous vehicle, marks real progress toward safer and cleaner transportation for our community.
@KanataNorthBA
October 10, 2025 at 4:59 PM
Grateful to see innovation at work in Kanata-Carleton.
The Kanata North Smart Shuttle, Canada’s first medium speed, all season autonomous vehicle, marks real progress toward safer and cleaner transportation for our community.
@KanataNorthBA
The Kanata North Smart Shuttle, Canada’s first medium speed, all season autonomous vehicle, marks real progress toward safer and cleaner transportation for our community.
@KanataNorthBA
What a great opportunity for a check in. Thank you to #kanataseniorscouncil for hosting this upcoming Health Fair. Please drop by the #kanataseniorscentre at 2500 Campeau Drive in #kanata on Saturday, October 18th to explore new ways to improve your physical and mental health.
October 9, 2025 at 3:26 PM
What a great opportunity for a check in. Thank you to #kanataseniorscouncil for hosting this upcoming Health Fair. Please drop by the #kanataseniorscentre at 2500 Campeau Drive in #kanata on Saturday, October 18th to explore new ways to improve your physical and mental health.
Today marks the annual Mid-Autumn festival. To all those celebrating, I wish you and your loved ones a very happy and bright festival filled with good food and happy company!
October 6, 2025 at 3:50 PM
Today marks the annual Mid-Autumn festival. To all those celebrating, I wish you and your loved ones a very happy and bright festival filled with good food and happy company!
It was an honour to join Consul General Anne Wagner-Mitchell yesterday at Queen’s Park for the flag raising in celebration of the Day of German Unity. This anniversary marks Germany’s reunification and reminds us of the shared values of freedom, democracy, and unity.
October 4, 2025 at 7:56 PM
It was an honour to join Consul General Anne Wagner-Mitchell yesterday at Queen’s Park for the flag raising in celebration of the Day of German Unity. This anniversary marks Germany’s reunification and reminds us of the shared values of freedom, democracy, and unity.
On October 21 the Kanata-Hazeldean Lions Club and partners are hosting a Diabetes Education and Screening Day at 170 Castlefrank Road from 1 to 5 pm. Free diabetes screening, nutrition and activity resources, and community support will be available.
September 30, 2025 at 5:10 PM
On October 21 the Kanata-Hazeldean Lions Club and partners are hosting a Diabetes Education and Screening Day at 170 Castlefrank Road from 1 to 5 pm. Free diabetes screening, nutrition and activity resources, and community support will be available.
This morning, I was honoured to join MPs Jenna Sudds and Bruce Fanjoy, Councillor Clarke Kelly, and our friends at Makatew Workshops for the Truth and Reconciliation Ceremony at the Diefenbunker: Canada's Cold War Museum. A lasting reminder that reconciliation begins with truth and listening.
September 30, 2025 at 4:21 PM
This morning, I was honoured to join MPs Jenna Sudds and Bruce Fanjoy, Councillor Clarke Kelly, and our friends at Makatew Workshops for the Truth and Reconciliation Ceremony at the Diefenbunker: Canada's Cold War Museum. A lasting reminder that reconciliation begins with truth and listening.
What a wonderful Carp Fair this year! My thanks to the organizers, volunteers, and everyone who helped behind the scenes.
September 29, 2025 at 9:18 PM
What a wonderful Carp Fair this year! My thanks to the organizers, volunteers, and everyone who helped behind the scenes.
Thank you John Fraser for joining us at the Carp Fair tonight. We hope to see everyone back tomorrow for #sundayfunday!
September 28, 2025 at 1:57 AM
Thank you John Fraser for joining us at the Carp Fair tonight. We hope to see everyone back tomorrow for #sundayfunday!
Cheering for the Canadian Women’s Rugby Team in the World Cup Final tomorrow against England. Kick off is at 11:00 am on @tsnofficial.bsky.social. Canada is behind you all the way. Let’s go Canada 🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦
September 26, 2025 at 10:26 PM
Cheering for the Canadian Women’s Rugby Team in the World Cup Final tomorrow against England. Kick off is at 11:00 am on @tsnofficial.bsky.social. Canada is behind you all the way. Let’s go Canada 🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦