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Rechie Valdez @rechievaldez.bsky.social · 5d

This week, my colleagues Peter Fonseca, Amandeep Sodhi, and I visited Free Bird Gym for their grand opening! Small businesses are the backbone of our economy and I’m always so proud to see them start up and grow in Mississauga.

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Rechie Valdez @rechievaldez.bsky.social · 6d

Back for another year! My colleagues and I attended the annual LUSO VOLTA walk last weekend. Always happy to see smiling faces in the LUSO community! Thank you for the work you do with the individuals & families living with disabilities in our community. Congratulations on another successful year!

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Rechie Valdez @rechievaldez.bsky.social · 7d

Recently, I attended the Ahmadiyya Muslim Youth Association’s Run for Mississauga 2025. Love to see youth organizations putting their best fit forward. What a fun way to end September! 🏃‍♀️

Rechie Valdez @rechievaldez.bsky.social · 19d

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Rechie Valdez @rechievaldez.bsky.social · 20d

It was a pleasure to visit the Egyptian Museum right here in Mississauga to explore the rich history and culture of Egypt. So grateful for the warm welcome and the time to learn more about the dynamic Egyptian community in Mississauga.

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Rechie Valdez @rechievaldez.bsky.social · 20d

Recently, I was at the Dean & Associates Accounting Team Open House in beautiful Mississauga—Streetsville. Such an exciting milestone for a growing local business. Grateful to them and the Meadowvale Business Association for organizing!

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Rechie Valdez @rechievaldez.bsky.social · 21d

Last weekend, I dropped in to visit the newly opened KarachiXpress in Mississauga! Small businesses are the backbone of our economy, and I’m always so happy when new ones bloom in our community!

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Rechie Valdez @rechievaldez.bsky.social · 22d

These voices are vital in shaping policies that reflect the realities Canadians face every day. Together, we are working toward a Canada where everyone can belong, thrive, and live as their authentic selves.

#2SLGBTQI+ #Equity #Inclusion

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Rechie Valdez @rechievaldez.bsky.social · 22d

Across Canada, 2SLGBTQI+ leaders are driving change and advancing equity in their communities. This week in Ottawa, I joined them for a national roundtable to listen, learn, and discuss the path forward on issues like sustainability and protecting rights.

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Rechie Valdez @rechievaldez.bsky.social · 22d

Ensemble, nous travaillons pour un Canada où chacun peut trouver sa place, s'épanouir et vivre en étant soi-même.

#2ELGBTQI+ #Équité #Inclusion

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Rechie Valdez @rechievaldez.bsky.social · 22d

la durabilité et la protection des droits.

Ces voix sont essentielles à l’élaboration de politiques qui reflètent les réalités quotidiennes vécues par les Canadiennes et les Canadiens.

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Rechie Valdez @rechievaldez.bsky.social · 22d

Partout au Canada, les leaders 2ELGBTQI+ sont instigateurs de changements et font progresser l'équité dans leurs communautés. Cette semaine, à Ottawa, je me suis jointe à eux lors d’une table ronde nationale afin d'écouter, d'apprendre et de discuter de la voie à suivre sur des questions telles que

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Rechie Valdez @rechievaldez.bsky.social · 26d

veulent s’enraciner, et pour les Canadiennes et Canadiens vulnérables qui reconstruisent leur vie — il s’agit de stabilité, de dignité et de possibilités.

Une économie forte commence par un logement sûr et abordable pour toutes et tous.

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Rechie Valdez @rechievaldez.bsky.social · 26d

investira 1 milliard de dollars dans les logements supervisés et de transition, et accordera la priorité aux projets menés par des fournisseurs axés sur la mission.

Pour les femmes victimes de violence, pour les familles qui veulent s’enraciner, et pour les Canadiennes et Canadiens vulnérables qui

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Rechie Valdez @rechievaldez.bsky.social · 26d

Aujourd’hui, nous avons lancé Maisons Canada — une nouvelle initiative fédérale pour construire plus de logements abordables, plus rapidement.

Avec une capitalisation initiale de 13 milliards de dollars, Maisons Canada financera directement des projets de logements abordables partout au pays,

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Rechie Valdez @rechievaldez.bsky.social · 26d

This is about stability, dignity, and opportunity. Because we cannot build a strong economy without ensuring people have a safe and affordable place to live.

#BuildCanadaHomes #AffordableHousing #Mississauga

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Rechie Valdez @rechievaldez.bsky.social · 26d

and prioritize projects led by mission-driven providers.

For women escaping violence, for families trying to put down roots, and for vulnerable Canadians rebuilding their lives.

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Rechie Valdez @rechievaldez.bsky.social · 26d

Today, we launched Build Canada Homes — a new federal initiative to build more affordable homes, faster.

With an initial $13 billion capitalization, Build Canada Homes will directly finance affordable housing projects across the country, dedicate $1B towards supportive and transitional housing,

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Rechie Valdez @rechievaldez.bsky.social · 27d

It was an honour to join Minister Shafqat Ali, MP Iqra Khalid and the Pakistani-Canadian community in a wonderful gathering hosted by Rizwan Pasha & family. We all had a great time. Thank you to the Pasha family for creating such a welcoming and memorable event for all.

Rechie Valdez @rechievaldez.bsky.social · 28d

It was a pleasure to visit the Silverthorn Community during Ontario Long Term Care Home Association's Community Engagement Day. Grateful for the chance to connect with residents and staff on this Long-Term Care Day!

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Rechie Valdez @rechievaldez.bsky.social · Sep 11

🚨REMINDER‼️ Don’t miss our annual community BBQ this Saturday. See you all at Streetsville Memorial Park from 11AM-3PM!

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Rechie Valdez @rechievaldez.bsky.social · Sep 8

security for workers, and more prosperity for Canadian families.

www.pm.gc.ca/en/news/news...

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Rechie Valdez @rechievaldez.bsky.social · Sep 8

And through a new Buy Canadian Policy, we are making systemic change and leveraging federal purchasing power to create more opportunities for Canadian SMEs to win contracts, scale their operations, and strengthen domestic supply chains.

These measures mean more stability for entrepreneurs, more

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Rechie Valdez @rechievaldez.bsky.social · Sep 8

provide the capital entrepreneurs need to adapt and invest in new opportunities. A $1 billion Regional Tariff Response Initiative will deliver flexible support and new non-repayable contributions to SMEs in sectors directly impacted by U.S. tariffs.

Prime Minister Carney launches new measures to protect, build, and transform Canadian strategic industries

Canada’s new government is building a new industrial strategy to meet this moment.

www.pm.gc.ca

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Rechie Valdez @rechievaldez.bsky.social · Sep 8

Our new federal government is building a stronger economy — one that puts small businesses at the heart of growth.

That’s why today I joined Prime Minister Carney to announce new measures to strengthen resilience for SMEs across the country. Expanded BDC loans, up to $5 million per business, will

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