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Mark Gerretsen

@markgerretsen.bsky.social
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Member of Parliament for Kingston and the Islands | Chief Government Whip 🇨🇦

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Mark Gerretsen @markgerretsen.bsky.social · 2h
That’s populist politics.
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Mark Gerretsen @markgerretsen.bsky.social · 6h
Today, we honour the children who never returned home, Survivors of residential schools, and their families and communities. Today is also an opportunity for all of us to listen, learn, reflect, and continue the work of reconciliation in our communities. Every Child Matters. 🧡
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Mark Gerretsen @markgerretsen.bsky.social · 18h
“Blood relatives and paid staff.”
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Mark Gerretsen @markgerretsen.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Canada and Viet Nam have elevated their relationship to a Strategic Partnership, opening the door to deeper cooperation on trade, investment, energy, technology, security, agriculture, education, and people-to-people ties. 🇨🇦 🇻🇳 🔗 Learn more: bit.ly/4rAy5YQ
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Mark Gerretsen @markgerretsen.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Yesterday, I joined the Canadian Walk for Veterans in Kingston. 🇨🇦 This year’s theme, “Stronger Together – No One Heals Alone,” reminds us of the importance of supporting Veterans, CAF members, and their families, including their mental health and well-being.
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Mark Gerretsen @markgerretsen.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
The story isn’t who Pierre Poilievre moved closer. It’s who he didn’t. 👀
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Mark Gerretsen @markgerretsen.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
🏠 Renters across Canada are facing rising housing costs and a shortage of affordable homes. The Government of Canada is investing $1.5B through the Canada Rental Protection Fund to help community housing providers acquire rental properties and keep them affordable for the long term.
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Mark Gerretsen @markgerretsen.bsky.social · 20/09/2026
Tonight at sundown, Jewish communities will begin observing Yom Kippur, the Day of Atonement and holiest day of the Jewish calendar. Wishing all those observing a meaningful and peaceful Yom Kippur. G’mar Chatima Tova!
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Mark Gerretsen @markgerretsen.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
Your input can help shape Canada’s future official languages strategy. 🇨🇦 Share your views as part of the 2026 Cross-Canada Official Languages Consultations. 🗓️ Participate by November 2026 🔗 Learn more: bit.ly/3R2mrIl
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Mark Gerretsen @markgerretsen.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
👉 Watch Prime Minister Carney’s address to the European Parliament and hear his vision for a stronger Canada-Europe partnership. youtu.be/eKLPmn0UOmM?...
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PM Carney Addresses the European Parliament
YouTube video by MP Mark Gerretsen
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Mark Gerretsen @markgerretsen.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
The Government of Canada is launching a $1 billion Agri-food Project Finance Fund through Farm Credit Canada to expand food processing, strengthen supply chains and support innovation. 🌿 🔗 Learn more: bit.ly/4Ascy8W
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Mark Gerretsen @markgerretsen.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
📬 Check your mailbox! My latest fall householder is on its way. Inside, you’ll find highlights from Canada Summer Jobs, the growing interest in Canadian Armed Forces careers, an update on the LaSalle Causeway, and what we’ll be working on when Parliament resumes. 🇨🇦 Be sure to take a look!
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Mark Carney @mark-carney.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
The Canada Investment Summit showed the world who we are today: a country that is building, trading, and investing bigger than ever before. A country boldly unleashing its enormous potential.
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Mark Carney @mark-carney.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
This is what new investment in Canada means:
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Mark Gerretsen @markgerretsen.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
The first Canada Investment Summit brought together investors from nearly 30 countries, resulting in nearly $500 billion in new investment commitments. 🇨🇦 🔗 Learn more: bit.ly/4hapk30 👉 Swipe through for the highlights.
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Mark Gerretsen @markgerretsen.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Canada is making it more competitive to invest and grow. 🇨🇦 The new Productivity Mega Deduction expands eligible assets from roughly 15% to more than 65%. Canada’s marginal effective tax rate on new business investment will fall to 6.4%, less than half the U.S. rate. 🔗 Learn more: bit.ly/4gUHAyz
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Mark Gerretsen @markgerretsen.bsky.social · 15/09/2026
Southern Ontario businesses are facing tariff and trade challenges. The expanded Regional Tariff Response Initiative is now accepting applications to help eligible businesses strengthen supply chains, improve productivity and reach new markets. 🔗 Learn more and apply: bit.ly/4h7w01Q
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Mark Gerretsen @markgerretsen.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
The Canada Investment Summit is bringing global investors and Canadian leaders together to help unlock new investment and build a stronger economy. 🇨🇦 🔗 Learn more: www.canada.ca/en/campaign/...
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Mark Gerretsen @markgerretsen.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
Proud to see Queen’s University contributing to the health of the Great Lakes! 🌊🇨🇦 Queen’s is receiving $200,000 to develop new technology to help reduce the spread of toxic chemicals in Great Lakes sediments. 🔗 Learn more: bit.ly/4ypY1bS
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Mark Gerretsen @markgerretsen.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
Canada is developing its first National Water Security Strategy to help protect freshwater, build resilient communities, and support a strong, sustainable economy. Canadians are invited to share their views and help shape the strategy. 🗓️ Participate by October 25, 2026. 🔗 bit.ly/4igFzOd
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Mark Gerretsen @markgerretsen.bsky.social · 13/09/2026
Meet Felix. 🇩🇪✈️ Twenty-five years ago yesterday, Felix was one of the famous “Plane People” stranded in Gander after the events of 9/11.
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Mark Gerretsen @markgerretsen.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
⏰ Final reminder: Applications close September 15! The Government of Canada is investing $100 million in initiatives that help remove barriers and expand economic and leadership opportunities for women and girls. 🔗 More information: bit.ly/4gUKVfB ♻️ Please share with orgs that might be interested.
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Mark Gerretsen @markgerretsen.bsky.social · 11/09/2026
Rosh Hashanah begins at sunset tonight, marking the Jewish New Year and the beginning of the High Holidays. To everyone celebrating, Shana Tova U’Metukah!
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Mark Gerretsen @markgerretsen.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
Yesterday, we hosted another Citizenship Reception in my office. It was great to meet you and celebrate this important milestone together. Congratulations, and thank you for choosing Canada as your home! 🇨🇦
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Mark Gerretsen @markgerretsen.bsky.social · 10/09/2026
Today, we celebrate Canada’s two official languages and the role English and French play in bringing our communities together. 🇨🇦 Let’s recognize the people and initiatives that help keep both languages vibrant across the country. 🔗 Learn more: bit.ly/4xgmGi2
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Mark Gerretsen @markgerretsen.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
How uncomfortable have we become with the complexity of our own history?
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Mark Carney @mark-carney.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
Canada strong is not just about withstanding a crisis. It’s about coming out of it stronger. Watch the new edition of Forward Guidance: youtu.be/eYAwioM3RQI
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Mark Gerretsen @markgerretsen.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
Canada is building stronger trading relationships around the world, and Canadian businesses are already seeing new opportunities. 🇨🇦 👉 Swipe through to see some of the companies putting Canada’s trade diversification strategy into action. (1/3)
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Mark Gerretsen @markgerretsen.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
Thank you to everyone who joined us yesterday for our Labour Day Community Picnic! It was great to connect with the community. 🇨🇦
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Mark Gerretsen @markgerretsen.bsky.social · 07/09/2026
Happy Labour Day! 🇨🇦 Today we recognize the contributions of workers across Canada and the importance of safe, fair and respectful workplaces. Wishing everyone a well-deserved day to relax, recharge and enjoy time with family and friends!
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Mark Gerretsen @markgerretsen.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
⏰ Last call: Have your say on Budget 2026! September 8 is the deadline to share your priorities and ideas to help inform Budget 2026. Take a moment to make your voice heard and help shape the decisions that matter to Canadians. 🇨🇦 🔗 Participate here: Canada.ca/yourbudget
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Mark Gerretsen @markgerretsen.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
For the first time in 40 years, VIA Rail passenger cars will be built in Canada. 🇨🇦 This historic investment will support good-paying jobs, strengthen Canadian manufacturing, and help keep Canadians connected for years to come. 🔗 News release: bit.ly/4xpZwWR
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Mark Gerretsen @markgerretsen.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
The temporary suspension of the federal fuel excise tax will continue until January 31, 2027, helping Canadians keep more money in their pockets. 🇨🇦 Starting February 1, 2027, 50% of the regular excise tax rate will apply through March 31, 2027. 🔗 News release: bit.ly/4gyR3eI
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Mark Gerretsen @markgerretsen.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
The Government of Canada is investing more than $13 million in youth mental health research. 🇨🇦 This funding will generate new evidence to help identify, evaluate, share and expand effective mental health programs for youth across Canada. 🔗 News release: bit.ly/4i95Q0J
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Mark Gerretsen @markgerretsen.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
We’re finalizing plans for our Labour Day Community Picnic this Monday, September 7, and we’d love to have you there! Please RSVP to help us prepare for the day. Hope to see you and your family there! 👉 RSVP here: forms.gle/FDmna2nLFhT4...
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Mark Gerretsen @markgerretsen.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
A lake by any other name? Not in Rochester: Alongside Mayor Paterson and MPP Ted Hsu, I was pleased to send a letter thanking to Rochester City Council for its Proclamation. 🇨🇦🇺🇸
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Mark Gerretsen @markgerretsen.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
Take a look at the Benefits Payment Dates for September 2026! 🗓️ Share this post with friends and family to help keep everyone informed. 🔗See the full 2026 benefits payment calendar here: bit.ly/4emJUdg
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Mark Gerretsen @markgerretsen.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
Congratulations to our new Liberal MPs Daniel Gobeil (Chicoutimi–Le Fjord), Braeden Caley (North Vancouver–Capilano), and Tanveer Shahnawaz (Beaches–East York)! We’re excited to welcome them to Parliament to work together to build a stronger Canada. Welcome to the team! 👏🇨🇦
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Mark Gerretsen @markgerretsen.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
Well good morning to you Chicoutimi-Le Fjord! Conservatives went from holding this riding to a distant third.
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Mark Gerretsen @markgerretsen.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
Canada is taking action to support workers and businesses impacted by U.S. tariffs. 🇨🇦 With $7.5 billion in new and enhanced support, we’re helping Canadians navigate trade disruptions and build a stronger, more resilient economy. 🔗 Learn more: bit.ly/4zSc8bE
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Mark Gerretsen @markgerretsen.bsky.social · 31/08/2026
Meanwhile, over on Threads… 😂🤣😂🤣
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Mark Gerretsen @markgerretsen.bsky.social · 30/08/2026
Some things are bigger than politics.
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Mark Gerretsen @markgerretsen.bsky.social · 30/08/2026
It’s not often you can get all 5 (ummm…I mean 6) of us together!
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Mark Gerretsen @markgerretsen.bsky.social · 29/08/2026
Proud to see our community support the 12th Annual Canal Pursuit for Mental Health, supporting awareness and breaking the stigma. Thank you to everyone who organized and participated!
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Mark Gerretsen @markgerretsen.bsky.social · 29/08/2026
What happened to this guy?!
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Mark Gerretsen @markgerretsen.bsky.social · 28/08/2026
Attention USA: You have no idea what this man is doing to your economy. The number of seniors alone that I know who have switched from vacationing in Florida to Portugal, should alarm you. And they have no intention on switching back. This is long-term damage to your tourism industry.
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Mark Gerretsen @markgerretsen.bsky.social · 28/08/2026
Join us for our Annual Labour Day Community Picnic! 🇨🇦 Come celebrate with friends, family, and our community on September 7. I hope to see you there! 👉 RSVP here: forms.gle/FDmna2nLFhT4...
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Mark Gerretsen @markgerretsen.bsky.social · 28/08/2026
Canada is taking targeted action in response to new U.S. tariffs while supporting Canadian workers and businesses. 🇨🇦 Here are four key things to know about Canada’s response. 🔗 Learn more: bit.ly/4zSc8bE
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Mark Gerretsen @markgerretsen.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
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Mark Gerretsen @markgerretsen.bsky.social · 27/08/2026
Canadians in Nepal and the Tibet Autonomous Region of China in need of emergency consular assistance can contact the Emergency Watch and Response Centre: travel.gc.ca/assistance/e... Register for updates: travel.gc.ca/travelling/r...
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