Michelle Cooper

Ontario continues to invest in the safety and security of community and cultural spaces through the Anti-Hate Security & Prevention Grant.

Between 2023 - 2026, the province has committed $58.5 million to help strengthen protections at places of worship, cultural centres, and community hubs across Ontario.

Today, we’re strengthening how students learn about the Holocaust and antisemitism in Ontario’s Grade 10 Canadian History curriculum.

Students will deepen their understanding of the impact of the Holocaust on Jewish community, examine the responses of the Canadian government and individuals at the time, and learn about the effects of antisemitism here in Canada.

Celebrating Chinese New Year in Richmond Hill last night alongside Premier Doug Ford, Minister Graham McGregor, Minister Raymond Cho, MPP Laura Smith, and MPP Logan Kanapathi. 🧧✨

A big thank you to MPP Daisy Wai for hosting us all at her Lunar New Year event. It was a wonderful evening filled with culture, tradition, and community spirit as we welcomed the new year together.

Wishing everyone health, happiness, and prosperity in the year ahead! 🐴

It was an honour to join Consul General of Japan, Mr. Matsunaga Takeshi, in celebrating the birthday of the Emperor of Japan, Naruhito at the Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre. 🇯🇵🇨🇦

It was also a pleasure to be with my colleagues Speaker Donna Skelly, Minister Nina Tangri, Minister Michael Tibollo, MPP Sylvia Gualtieri, MPP Sheref Sabawy, and MPP Daisy Wai as we recognized the strong ties between Ontario and Japan and celebrated the vibrant Japanese Canadian community.

Great visiting UNITY Charity at their Midtown location and getting a tour of the space.

I had the chance to meet Mahad Shoaib, Executive Director and Kieon Bisnath, Board Member and hear how they’re empowering young people through mentorship, arts, and leadership programming.

Thank you for all that you do!

Wonderful celebrating Lunar New Year in Markham alongside Premier Doug Ford, Minister Graham McGreggor, MPP Billy Pang, MPP Sylvia Gualtieri, MPP Sheref Sabawy, MPP Daisy Wai, and MPP Logan Kanapathi.

It was a vibrant afternoon filled with culture, tradition, and community spirit as we welcomed the Year of the Horse. Wishing everyone health, happiness, and prosperity in the year ahead! 🐴✨

Wonderful to meet with CJPAC’s Generation Student Leaders program at Queen’s Park today.

It’s always inspiring to connect with young people who are passionate about public service, civic engagement, and strengthening our democracy. Thank you for the thoughtful conversation and for stepping up to lead in your communities, Ontario’s future is in good hands. 🇨🇦

Always meaningful to spend time with community leaders who are building opportunity right here in our community.

Thank you to Dario DiBernardo, Luciano Schipano, and Estefania Perez, members of the Canadian Italian Business and Professional Association, for the thoughtful and meaningful conversation. Strong business networks create jobs, mentor the next generation, and strengthen Ontario’s economy.

🚇 A big step forward for transit in Ontario.

I was proud to be part of delivering this morning’s Ontario Line announcement alongside Premier Doug Ford, Minister Prabmeet Sarkaria, Minister Todd McCarthy, Minister Raymond Cho, MPP Mohammed Firin, MPP Dave Smith, and MPP Hardeep Grewal.

The Ontario Line will connect more neighbourhoods, shorten commutes, and create jobs across our province. It is a major investment in the future of Toronto and the GTA.

Great to visit Centura Tile and connect with VP Matt Hider.

As one of the biggest businesses in Eglinton–Lawrence, Centura Tile plays a major role in our local economy. Ontario businesses like this create jobs, drive investment, and strengthen our building and renovation sector.

Thank you for the tour and for the work you’re doing to grow our province.