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Budget 2026
Budget 2026 leverages Canada’s strong fiscal position to make generational investments in affordability, housing, infrastructure and Canadian industries, creating jobs and building a stronger, more independent economy.
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Budget 2026 Town Hall
Join me for a productive conversation on Budget 2026.
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Community Town Hall Thursday May 14 5-7pm
MP John‑Paul Danko invites residents of Hamilton West—Ancaster—Dundas to take part in a community conversation on Thursday, May 14, 2026, from 5:00–7:00 PM.
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Taking Action on Crime: Stronger Laws For Safer Communities
The Government of Canada is taking decisive action to hold criminals responsible and keep communities safe. We are strengthening bail laws to ensure repeat and violent offenders are held accountable and are not released when public safety is at risk. For serious crimes, tougher sentences ensure criminals are brought to justice and victims and communities are protected.
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Ancaster Factory Will Build New Homes Faster and More Affordably
Hamilton West-Ancaster-Dundas MP John-Paul Danko recently visited the Ancaster manufacturing facility operated by INTE Modular to tour its advanced factory for modular home construction. INTE Modular operates a 100,000 square foot manufacturing plant where homes are built indoors using modern modular construction methods. Instead of building homes entirely on-site, the company constructs fully finished modules in the factory and then transports them to the building site for installation.
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Combatting Hate Act (Government of Canada Bill C-9) Strengthening Protections Against Hate Crimes
The Combatting Hate Act (Government of Canada Bill C-9) will strengthen Canada’s criminal laws to address rising hate crimes and protect people attending places of worship, schools, and community spaces from targeted harassment, violence and hate, while maintaining freedom of religion, freedom of expression, and the right to peaceful assembly.
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No More Loopholes Act (Private Members Bill C-233)
Bill C-233 is focused on the conflict between the state of Israel and the terrorist organization Hamas in Gaza and is based on the false claim that Canada’s export control system contains a loophole that allows military goods to be exported without oversight. In fact, Canada already maintains one of the world’s strictest export control systems where every military export permit is assessed against human rights, international humanitarian law, and national security considerations.
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Community Rallies for Ancaster Community Food Drive
Residents across Ancaster came together on Saturday, March 7 for the 34th annual Ancaster Community Food Drive, a long-running community effort that collects food and financial donations for local organizations supporting families in need.
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Hamilton Positioned for Growth with New Shipbuilding Partnership
Hamilton Positioned for Growth with New Shipbuilding Partnership
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Protecting Victims Rights Act (Government of Canada Bill C-16)
The federal government has introduced the Protecting Victims Rights Act (Bill C-16), one of the most significant updates to Canada’s Criminal Code in generations. This legislation focuses on protecting women and children, criminalizing AI-generated sexual deepfake photos and video, strengthening victims’ rights, and reducing court delays.
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LiUNA 837 Honours Members Service Building Hamilton’s Future
Members of LiUNA Local 837 were recently recognized at a special celebration honouring members who have dedicated 25, 30, and 40 years to the union and to building Hamilton. The event brought together union leadership, members, and elected representatives from all levels of government to celebrate the skilled tradespeople who help shape the city’s homes, roads, transit systems, and essential infrastructure.
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National Day of Remembrance of the Quebec City Mosque Attack and Action Against Islamophobia
National Day of Remembrance of the Quebec City Mosque Attack and Action Against Islamophobia
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International Holocaust Remembrance Day: Remembering the Past and Confronting Hate
International Holocaust Remembrance Day: Remembering the Past and Confronting Hate
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New Affordability Benefits Will Save Canadian Families $1890 This Year
Canadians are facing continued economic uncertainty as global pressures affect supply chains, prices, and household budgets. In response, Prime Minister Mark Carney has announced significant new federal benefits that will make groceries and other essentials more affordable, while strengthening Canada’s economy and supporting families. These new benefits build on recent government actions to cut taxes, boost homebuilding, and protect key social programs reducing the cost of living for Canadians.
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MP John-Paul Danko Visits Dundas Modular Railway Club
Hamilton West-Ancaster-Dundas Member of Parliament John-Paul Danko recently made a special visit to the Dundas Modular Railway Club at the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 36 in Dundas. The visit gave the MP an up-close look at the club’s intricate model railroad layouts and an opportunity to meet with hobbyists who bring miniature railroading to life.
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Carney Warns of Global Order Rupture At World Economic Forum
In a stark address to the World Economic Forum on Tuesday, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney argued that the international system is “in the midst of a rupture, not a transition,” warning that the multilateral institutions relied upon by Canada and other middle powers are under serious threat. Carney said the question is no longer whether countries like Canada must adapt, but how: “We can build higher walls, or we can do something more ambitious.”
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MP John-Paul Danko Announces Federal Funding for Art Gallery of Hamilton Expansion
Hamilton – On January 20, federal funding of $950,000 was announced to support the Art Gallery of Hamilton’s (AGH) major expansion project, a boost welcomed by local leaders including Hamilton West-Ancaster-Dundas MP John-Paul Danko. The funds, provided through the Canada Cultural Spaces Fund, were revealed by Hamilton Mountain MP Lisa Hepfner on behalf of the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Canadian Identity and Culture.
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Canada and China - A New Strategic Economic Partnership
Canada’s relationship with the United States is facing renewed uncertainty due to escalating unilateral, hostile trade actions by the Trump administration. To protect long-term economic stability, Canada is accelerating efforts to diversify trade and strengthen opportunities for Canadian workers and businesses. China—the world’s second-largest economy and a market of 1.4 billion consumers—offers significant potential for Canadian exporters across every sector of the Canadian economy.
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Order of Hamilton Recipient Celebration in Ancaster
Each year, the City of Hamilton proudly recognizes residents who elevate our community through service, compassion, and leadership. The Order of Hamilton is the City’s highest honour for voluntary civic contribution, celebrating individuals whose efforts strengthen neighbourhoods, support residents, and enrich Hamilton’s cultural and civic life. It was an honour for MP John-Paul Danko to attend the 2025 award ceremony in Ancaster on Friday, January 16th to celebrate this year’s outstanding recip
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2025 Took An Unanticipated Turn - I'm Looking Forward to 2026!
Thank-you, to the residents of Hamilton West-Ancaster-Dundas for your trust and support, for me personally, as well as for Prime Minister Carney and the Liberal Party of Canada to represent you and all Canadians through these very trying times.
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Conservative MPs Disrupt Debate on Steel Industry Supports Amid Trump Tariffs
During a recent question period in the Canadian Parliament, Conservative MPs created a loud and chaotic environment that made it difficult for meaningful discussion on steel industry supports. MP John-Paul Danko, Hamilton West-Ancaster-Dundas, had to repeat his question four times before the Minister of Jobs and Families could respond.
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MP John-Paul Danko and the Hamilton Chamber of Commerce Discuss the Federal Budget: A Pathway to Economic Prosperity for Canada
The 2025 federal budget presents an opportunity to invest in long-term prosperity while reducing dependence on the United States. MP John-Paul Danko recently met with the Hamilton Chamber of Commerce to discuss how this budget can support Canadian businesses, families, and industries amid ongoing challenges and shifting global dynamics.
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Resilience on the Final Night of Hanukkah in Hamilton - Remembering the Victims of Bondi Beach
On the eighth and final night of Hanukkah, members of Hamilton’s Jewish community gathered alongside friends, neighbours, and allies for a celebration marked by both resilience and grief. Between candle blessings and song, the community paused to remember the victims of the jihadi terrorist murders at Bondi Beach—an act of hatred that shocked many, but that Jewish residents warned was neither random nor disconnected from the broader rise of antisemitism facing Jews today.
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Celebrating Mohawk College's National Success in Applied Research and Innovation
Mohawk College and IDEAWORKS have been recognized among Canada’s top research institutions, ranking 2nd in Re$earch Infosource’s 2025 list of the Top 50 Research Colleges.
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New Federal Measures to Strengthen Hamilton’s Steel Industry and Protect Local Jobs
Member of Parliament John-Paul Danko welcomed today’s federal announcement introducing stronger protections for Canada’s steel industry, including tighter import controls, Buy Canadian procurement rules, and new worker supports—measures that will directly benefit steelworkers and manufacturers in Hamilton, home to ArcelorMittal Dofasco, Stelco, and thousands of good-paying industrial jobs.
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Budget 2025 is a Generational Investment in Hamilton and Canadians
Today, the Government of Canada unveiled Budget 2025, a bold plan to build a stronger, safer, and more prosperous Canada. This budget delivers generational investments in housing, infrastructure, skills, and security—ensuring Hamilton and communities across the country thrive for decades to come.
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Mark Carney Visits Hamilton to Champion Canada’s Steel Industry
On July 16th, 2025 Prime Minister Mark Carney came to Hamilton — the heart of Canada’s steel industry — to show his government’s commitment to Canadian workers and manufacturing.
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