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Universal Child Care Benefit retro payments to boost economy
Universal Child Care Benefit retro payments to boost economy

Jul. 21, 2015: Guy Lauzon, Member of Parliament, celebrated the first installment of the Harper Government’s boosted Universal Child Care Benefit (UCCB) today. The newly increased child care benefit pays almost $2000 every year for each child under 6 and $720 for each child aged 6 through 17. With a retroactive payment from January 1, 2015, the Harper Government transferred almost $3 billion to 3.8 million families today—the largest single-day direct payment to families in history. FULL STORY

Old Age Security Act and Canada Pension Plan Scams
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Old Age Security Act and Canada Pension Plan Scams

Mar. 18, 2015: One of my Caucus colleagues started a recent blog post wisely using the famous Winston Churchill quote: “A lie gets halfway around the world before the truth has a chance to get its pants on”. Every few weeks, my office receives emails and phone calls from constituents who have heard about “Bill C-428”, a Liberal Private Members Bill to amend the Old Age Security Act to reduce the residency requirement and allow newcomers to receive OAS after just 3 years in Canada. FULL STORY

Summer Recess as the Member of Parliament for SDSG
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guylauzon.ca
Summer Recess as the Member of Parliament for SDSG

Aug. 12, 2013: Parliament rose for the summer break at the end of June and the so called "barbecue season" began. I am still not sure what is meant by this term but, I can tell you I have been out and about since the beginning of July and the only BBQ I attended was our own SDSG Constituency Picnic. I have attended events throughout the riding including seven Canada Day celebrations, the Highland Games, numerous Fairs, sports tournaments, and many other events. FULL STORY

Justin Trudeau
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Justin Trudeau's Policy Priority - Legalizing Marijuana

Aug. 6, 2013: Given the content of Justin Trudeau's first policy announcement, I feel I must comment. Last week Justin Trudeau, the Leader of the Liberal Party, made his first policy announcement that marijuana should be legalized in Canada. When reporters asked if he was in favour of decriminalizing marijuana Trudeau said "I am actually not in favour of decriminalizing cannabis. I am in favour of legalizing it". FULL STORY

New Faces, Steady Hands
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New Faces, Steady Hands

Jul. 29, 2013: On July 15, the Prime Minister appointed a new Federal Cabinet. A number of Ministers maintained their portfolios - Jim Flaherty (Finance), John Baird (Foreign Affairs), Ed Fast (International Trade), Tony Clement (Treasury Board) and Alice Wong (Seniors) to name a few. What was striking in this Cabinet shuffle were the additions of some very talented Members of Parliament from the most recent classes of 2008 and 2011. FULL STORY

Lauzon Announces EODP Funding for Winchelsea Events
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Lauzon Announces EODP Funding for Winchelsea Events

Jul. 24, 2013: Local Member of Parliament Guy Lauzon announced today that Winchelsea Events in North Dundas will receive funding through the Eastern Ontario Development Program. Winchelsea Events will receive $50,000 to expand their operations and create new jobs in the local community. FULL STORY

Afghanistan Memorial Vigil
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GuyLauzon.ca
Afghanistan Memorial Vigil

Jul. 22, 2013: Canada has paid a huge price in life and treasure during 10 years of war in Afghanistan. Unfortunately, 161 Canadians lost their lives; 158 members of the Canadian Armed Forces, 1 diplomat, 1 civilian contractor and 1 journalist. Along with our Canadian casualties, 40 Americans tragically lost their lives while under Canadian Forces command. FULL STORY

SDG Community Futures Development Corporation Invests $30,000 in Seaway Valley Crime Stoppers
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SDG Community Futures Development Corporation Invests $30,000 in Seaway Valley Crime Stoppers

Jul. 19, 2013: The SDG Community Futures Development Corporation (SDG CFDC) announced today that a $30,000 dollar contribution to Seaway Valley Crime Stoppers will support new program Stay on Course through the Eastern Ontario Development Program (EODP). FULL STORY

ePassport and OAS Changes
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ePassport and OAS Changes

Jul. 15, 2013: As I travel around the riding of SDSG I meet many seniors who are energetic, vibrant and still working full time. Many Canadian seniors are benefiting from worldwide advances in health, fitness and science, and as a result they are living longer, healthier lives. One senior observed eighty years old is the new sixty years old. FULL STORY

New option for Old Age Security now available
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New option for Old Age Security now available

Jul. 4, 2013: The seniors of SDSG can now choose to delay receiving their Old Age Security (OAS) pension for up to five years, allowing them to receive a higher monthly amount in the future. Guy Lauzon, Member of Parliament for Stormont-Dundas-South Glengarry, made the announcement today on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development. FULL STORY


11Lauzon announces Federal support for Cornwall seniors
12I am disappointed and frustrated with Senate - Lauzon
13Canada is well placed to capitalize on an emerging world demand for agricultural products
14What is democracy?
15Protecting Canada
16MP Report - Grand Opening of  the Cornwall  S.D.& S.G. Emergency Medical Services Headquarters
17MP Report - The Prime Minister’s Trip to China
18MP Report - No changes for current OAS recipients!
19MP Report - Winter session on Parliament Hill
20MP Report - Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee
21MP Report - Attacking the deficit
22MP Report - Pre-Budget consultations
23MP Report - Economy will remain government
24MP Report - A Year in Review
25MP Report - Crime Bill finally passes
26MP Report - Thank you to my staff for making me look so good!
27MP Report - Pre-Budget Consultations
28MP Report - Constituency Week
29MP Report - Economic Update
30MP Report - Tough on Crime Agenda
31MP Report - Remembrance Day
32MP Report - Ontario Election
33MP Report - Eliminating the Tax on Voting
34MP Report - Standing up for Victims of Crime
35MP Report - Seniors
36MP Report - Parliament Resumes
37MP Report - Remembering 9-11
38Lauzon participates in Sports Day in Canada
39MP Report - National Conservative Summer Caucus Retreat
40MP Report - The True North
41Jack Layton - A great loss
42MP Report - 7th Annual BBQ
43MP Report - Jobs and the Economy
44MP Report - War Criminals and Crimes against Humanity
45MP Report - Maintaining the integrity of Canada’s Immigration System
46Lauzon to host 8th Annual Constituency Picnic
47MP Report - ecoENERGY Retrofit Homes Program Renewed
48MP Report - Canadian Troops Return Home
49MP Report - Guaranteed Income Supplement Top Up
50MP Report - Canada Post back-to-work legislation filibuster

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