MP | Députée Sudbury vivianelapointe.libparl.ca viviane.lapointe@parl.gc.cahttps://bsky.app/profile/vivianelapointe.bsky.socialhttps://bsky.app/profile/vivianelapointe.bsky.social/post/3msghtfwnlc2mWhat’s one thing I love about our community? Our incredible festivals. Notre force en tant que communauté provient des nombreuses cultures et traditions qui font de nous ce que nous sommes06 Aug 2026 16:33 +0000at://did:plc:dmv5c6phpctgbatntpuejhib/app.bsky.feed.post/3msghtfwnlc2mhttps://bsky.app/profile/vivianelapointe.bsky.social/post/3mrsbozmbik2mIt’s summer season and our tourist attractions are providing fun and memorable experiences for visitors. That includes Science North’s Dynamic Earth and the new Next Generation Mine Tour.29 Jul 2026 15:50 +0000at://did:plc:dmv5c6phpctgbatntpuejhib/app.bsky.feed.post/3mrsbozmbik2mhttps://bsky.app/profile/vivianelapointe.bsky.social/post/3mrcz6tn4dc2iThe Canada Child Benefit is increasing this month. Families can now get over $8,000 per child, tax free. This benefit supports close to 4 million families across Canada, helping with everyday costs like groceries and child care.23 Jul 2026 14:08 +0000at://did:plc:dmv5c6phpctgbatntpuejhib/app.bsky.feed.post/3mrcz6tn4dc2ihttps://bsky.app/profile/vivianelapointe.bsky.social/post/3mqox2ridus24Fierté Pride Week is here in Sudbury! Since 1997, Fierté Sudbury Pride has played an active role in fostering connections and understanding in our community. This week is a chance to celebrate the 2SLGBTQI+. Come out and celebrate!15 Jul 2026 14:36 +0000at://did:plc:dmv5c6phpctgbatntpuejhib/app.bsky.feed.post/3mqox2ridus24https://bsky.app/profile/vivianelapointe.bsky.social/post/3mqhyspswc22dIf you haven’t been to this year’s Northern Lights Festival Boréal, head to Bell Park and take in some great musical and creative arts performances. Ce spectacle annuel met en scène des artistes débutants et des artistes reconnus, et célèbre la culture francophone, autochtone et multiculturelle.12 Jul 2026 20:19 +0000at://did:plc:dmv5c6phpctgbatntpuejhib/app.bsky.feed.post/3mqhyspswc22dhttps://bsky.app/profile/vivianelapointe.bsky.social/post/3mqf42d6bak2fHappy 75th anniversary Lively! From the moment Lively was built, it was more than just a company town. The people of Lively made it a community. And they continue to make it a great place to call home.11 Jul 2026 16:39 +0000at://did:plc:dmv5c6phpctgbatntpuejhib/app.bsky.feed.post/3mqf42d6bak2fhttps://bsky.app/profile/vivianelapointe.bsky.social/post/3mqc6jefj3c23Welcome to Sudbury Minister Joly! As Minister of Industry, we understood how important Minister Joly’s visit was to Sudbury. We seized the opportunity to showcase the talent, innovation and expertise that make Sudbury a global mining leader.10 Jul 2026 12:45 +0000at://did:plc:dmv5c6phpctgbatntpuejhib/app.bsky.feed.post/3mqc6jefj3c23https://bsky.app/profile/vivianelapointe.bsky.social/post/3mq2xou66oc2hPrime Minister Carney's latest Forward Guidance video lays out Canada's energy strategy as a response to a three-fold crisis: affordability, security and climate change. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bySyMcg-p_407 Jul 2026 15:54 +0000at://did:plc:dmv5c6phpctgbatntpuejhib/app.bsky.feed.post/3mq2xou66oc2hhttps://bsky.app/profile/vivianelapointe.bsky.social/post/3mpzbx6g2vk2tIt was a weekend where Sudbury’s rich culture was celebrated. Great performances, food, stories and gatherings at the Caruso’s Italian Festival and the Festival of India at Bell Park.06 Jul 2026 23:53 +0000at://did:plc:dmv5c6phpctgbatntpuejhib/app.bsky.feed.post/3mpzbx6g2vk2thttps://bsky.app/profile/vivianelapointe.bsky.social/post/3mpyqzuycek22Dynamic Earth's new expansion is officially open! Built on the foundation of Northern Ontario's mining history, this new experience traces the evolution of the industry, from the deposits underground to the high-tech operations now present. https://dynamicearth.ca06 Jul 2026 18:50 +0000at://did:plc:dmv5c6phpctgbatntpuejhib/app.bsky.feed.post/3mpyqzuycek22https://bsky.app/profile/vivianelapointe.bsky.social/post/3mpe6qol23k2iWhat a beautiful afternoon in Garson! Yesterday was the St. John’s Cemetery Improvement Group’s Community Appreciation BBQ. The event brings together 500 of our neighbours for a great cause. All proceeds go to the Coniston Food Bank, supporting families right here in our community.28 Jun 2026 14:30 +0000at://did:plc:dmv5c6phpctgbatntpuejhib/app.bsky.feed.post/3mpe6qol23k2ihttps://bsky.app/profile/vivianelapointe.bsky.social/post/3mpcfye63cs25Today, our community came together for something truly meaningful. I was proud to join the Royal Canadian Legion Falconbridge/Garson Branch 336 for the dedication ceremony of their new Cenotaph.27 Jun 2026 21:34 +0000at://did:plc:dmv5c6phpctgbatntpuejhib/app.bsky.feed.post/3mpcfye63cs25https://bsky.app/profile/vivianelapointe.bsky.social/post/3mp4r2lkuqc2gHands-on learning for students at Cambrian College is getting a big boost. Our government is investing one million dollars in Cambrian College to advance the electrification of mining vehicles.25 Jun 2026 15:36 +0000at://did:plc:dmv5c6phpctgbatntpuejhib/app.bsky.feed.post/3mp4r2lkuqc2ghttps://bsky.app/profile/vivianelapointe.bsky.social/post/3mp27dcskp22bLa Saint-Jean-Baptiste célébrée le 24 juin, met à l’honneur la culture, l’histoire et la langue française. Cette journée rassemble les francophones autour d’un patrimoine commun et d’une identité riche et dynamique.24 Jun 2026 15:13 +0000at://did:plc:dmv5c6phpctgbatntpuejhib/app.bsky.feed.post/3mp27dcskp22bhttps://bsky.app/profile/vivianelapointe.bsky.social/post/3mosyx5wcfs22Honoured to be part of the ceremonies for National Indigenous Peoples Day. A day where we celebrate the cultures and histories of First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples.21 Jun 2026 18:31 +0000at://did:plc:dmv5c6phpctgbatntpuejhib/app.bsky.feed.post/3mosyx5wcfs22https://bsky.app/profile/vivianelapointe.bsky.social/post/3mosj4lcdp22r21 Jun 2026 13:47 +0000at://did:plc:dmv5c6phpctgbatntpuejhib/app.bsky.feed.post/3mosj4lcdp22rhttps://bsky.app/profile/vivianelapointe.bsky.social/post/3moqf33advs23As the daughter of a miner, and someone who grew up in Sudbury, the annual Workers' Memorial Day ceremony has always meant something personal to me. Today marks 42 years when Sulo Korpela, Richard Chénier, Daniel Lavallée and Wayne St. Michael did not come home from their jobs that day.20 Jun 2026 17:29 +0000at://did:plc:dmv5c6phpctgbatntpuejhib/app.bsky.feed.post/3moqf33advs23https://bsky.app/profile/vivianelapointe.bsky.social/post/3monld2r5c22xSoixante-quinze ans. Trois quarts de siècle de vie, de langue, de culture et de fierté franco-ontarienne. Le Carrefour francophone n’est pas qu’un centre culturel — c’est un pilier, un gardien de notre identité collective, le plus ancien de son genre en Ontario.19 Jun 2026 14:43 +0000at://did:plc:dmv5c6phpctgbatntpuejhib/app.bsky.feed.post/3monld2r5c22xhttps://bsky.app/profile/vivianelapointe.bsky.social/post/3moilecsrtc2nLast week, our government launched the National Food Security Strategy. The Strategy has four objectives: • Spur grocery store competition and create more choice for Canadians. • Boost domestic food production across Canada. • Grow fruits and vegetables year-round.17 Jun 2026 15:01 +0000at://did:plc:dmv5c6phpctgbatntpuejhib/app.bsky.feed.post/3moilecsrtc2nhttps://bsky.app/profile/vivianelapointe.bsky.social/post/3mofwlljtjs2sJune is Portuguese Heritage Month in Canada, a time to celebrate the history, culture, and contributions of Portuguese Canadians.16 Jun 2026 13:44 +0000at://did:plc:dmv5c6phpctgbatntpuejhib/app.bsky.feed.post/3mofwlljtjs2shttps://bsky.app/profile/vivianelapointe.bsky.social/post/3modv6tjs522gGo-Give Project provides vital resources for some of our most vulnerable. The warmer months create different challenges, like staying cool and hydrated. La semaine dernière, notre bureau est venu livrer des caisses d'eau et de Gatorade afin d'aider les communautés à rester bien hydratées.15 Jun 2026 18:13 +0000at://did:plc:dmv5c6phpctgbatntpuejhib/app.bsky.feed.post/3modv6tjs522ghttps://bsky.app/profile/vivianelapointe.bsky.social/post/3modlc35rp225Canada has an enormous opportunity. Not just to supply the critical minerals the world needs, but to help define how those minerals are developed, processed and transformed into the technologies that will shape the future global economy.15 Jun 2026 15:16 +0000at://did:plc:dmv5c6phpctgbatntpuejhib/app.bsky.feed.post/3modlc35rp225https://bsky.app/profile/vivianelapointe.bsky.social/post/3mo3zzacau22cToday, we join the global Filipino community in commemorating the 128th anniversary of Philippine Independence. Communities across Canada will come together to share traditions, stories, food, music, and culture to honour the generations of Filipino Canadians who have helped shape our country.12 Jun 2026 15:18 +0000at://did:plc:dmv5c6phpctgbatntpuejhib/app.bsky.feed.post/3mo3zzacau22chttps://bsky.app/profile/vivianelapointe.bsky.social/post/3mo3x7zh5l22oThe Canada Volunteer Awards 2026 Call for Nominations closes June 17: tinyurl.com/2rrp9cwd. We all know people who give of their time, energy and hearts to help improve our communities and the lives of others.12 Jun 2026 14:28 +0000at://did:plc:dmv5c6phpctgbatntpuejhib/app.bsky.feed.post/3mo3x7zh5l22ohttps://bsky.app/profile/vivianelapointe.bsky.social/post/3mnzx6h3jzk2aAs online harms intensify, children are particularly at risk. To better protect them, the government has introduced the Safe Social Media Act, which will make social media services and AI chatbot services safer for children.11 Jun 2026 19:22 +0000at://did:plc:dmv5c6phpctgbatntpuejhib/app.bsky.feed.post/3mnzx6h3jzk2ahttps://bsky.app/profile/vivianelapointe.bsky.social/post/3mnzx35tct22aÀ mesure que les préjudices en ligne s’intensifient, les enfants sont particulièrement à risque.11 Jun 2026 19:20 +0000at://did:plc:dmv5c6phpctgbatntpuejhib/app.bsky.feed.post/3mnzx35tct22ahttps://bsky.app/profile/vivianelapointe.bsky.social/post/3mnf4nlifxk2kToday is Red Shirt Day® of Action for Accessibility and Inclusion. On this day, we wear red to show our support and solidarity for persons and families of those living with disabilities.03 Jun 2026 12:34 +0000at://did:plc:dmv5c6phpctgbatntpuejhib/app.bsky.feed.post/3mnf4nlifxk2khttps://bsky.app/profile/vivianelapointe.bsky.social/post/3mndhrkj3xc2aJune is Pride Month - a time to demonstrate solidarity with the 2SLGBTQ+ community and a commitment to stand against homophobia, transphobia and hatred. Fierté Sudbury Pride has played an active role in Sudbury since 1997.02 Jun 2026 20:48 +0000at://did:plc:dmv5c6phpctgbatntpuejhib/app.bsky.feed.post/3mndhrkj3xc2ahttps://bsky.app/profile/vivianelapointe.bsky.social/post/3mndhpy4u5s2aThis month marks National Indigenous History Month. Indigenous Peoples’ stewardship of the lands and waters and their rich traditions are contributions to be honoured and remembered.02 Jun 2026 20:47 +0000at://did:plc:dmv5c6phpctgbatntpuejhib/app.bsky.feed.post/3mndhpy4u5s2a