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Member of the Joint Interparliamentary Council Member of the Board of Internal Economy Deputy government whip

Hon. Mona Fortier

  • Member of Parliament
  • Member of the Joint Interparliamentary Council Member of the Board of Internal Economy Deputy government whip
  • Liberal
  • Ottawa—Vanier
  • Ontario
  • Voting Attendance: 68%
  • Expenses Last Quarter: $89,953.47

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Context: House Hansard - 322 - May/31/24
Hon. Mona Fortier (Ottawa—Vanier, Lib.)
  • May/31/24 12:05:08 p.m.
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Madam Speaker, businesses that make up our main streets are the lifeblood of our communities. Over the years, especially during the pandemic, main street businesses have run into challenges. I know that the minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario has created a program that will help main street businesses grow and prosper. The members opposite may not see the value in supporting our small businesses, but on this side of the House we know just how important they are to our regional economies. Can the minister share in the House how important the program is?
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Context: House Hansard - 302 - Apr/18/24
Hon. Mona Fortier (Ottawa—Vanier, Lib.)
  • Apr/18/24 2:03:45 p.m.
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Mr. Speaker, Ottawa, our national capital, is a must-see destination for people from here and abroad, who come to visit Parliament, the National Gallery of Canada, the Rideau Canal, the Canadian Tulip Festival and even the Byward Market. Tourism is one of Ottawa's key economic drivers. Ottawa Tourism has worked with more than 450 tourism-related businesses to profile Ottawa and all of its cultural gems. This National Tourism Week is an opportunity to celebrate Ottawa's tourism economy, which employs more than 43,000 people and generates more than $3 billion a year for our region. The Ottawa tourism sector creates good jobs, shares cultures and grows our economy. Last year, under the tourism relief fund, almost $1 million was received by Ottawa—Vanier businesses, helping them develop new attractions and grow their businesses. That is why we will continue to invest in it. A thriving tourism sector means a thriving Canada.
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Context: House Hansard - 283 - Feb/15/24
Hon. Mona Fortier (Ottawa—Vanier, Lib.)
  • Feb/15/24 2:07:27 p.m.
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Mr. Speaker, small businesses are the backbone of the Canadian economy. The government is committed to making strategic investments through the My Main Street program so that local businesses and communities can thrive. A concrete example of the success of this program can be found right here, in my riding of Ottawa—Vanier. The Vanier BIA, which represents 400 members, created the Vanier HUB by transforming a parking lot into a unique artistic space where the community can gather. The Vanier HUB focuses on inclusive and integrated programming that draws arts, culture, sports and community engagement for under-represented communities. The funds allowed the HUB to grow its resources and resulted in more than 10,000 event attendees, creating a significant impact on Vanier businesses. The good news is that the Vanier HUB received the Downtown Achievement Award from the International Downtown Association last fall in Chicago. I am proud to share that, very soon, businesses will be able to apply for funding through My Main Street 2.0.
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