Dan Ruimy Fall 2016 Edition Member of Parliament for Pitt Meadows Maple Ridge dan.ruimy@parl.gc.ca danruimy.ca @danruimymp CONSTITUENCY OFFICE 604-466-2761 22369 Lougheed Hwy, Maple Ridge, BC V2X 2T3 PARLIAMENTARY OFFICE 613-947-4613 Confederation Building Ottawa, ON K1A 0A6 Dan.Ruimy@Parl.gc.ca DANRUIMY.CA
Hello Friends, I would like to thank each and every one of you for the support you have shown me since my election on October 19th. It is an honour and a privilege to be your Member of Parliament. Thank you to everyone who was able to attend my constituency office grand opening and make it such a success. My office can be found at 22369 Lougheed Hwy in Maple Ridge. If you need assistance with any Federal service please do not hesitate to stop by or to call 604-466-2761. Since my Swearing-In ceremony where I officially became your Member of Parliament, I have had the pleasure of meeting so many great people of this riding. I am excited to be able to meet even more of you over the coming months. I am so proud to represent the communities of Pitt Meadows and Maple Ridge. I have thoroughly enjoyed hearing about the issues that concern each of you and I am representing these concerns to the best of my ability in Ottawa. I would love to hear more about which issues matter to you most so please email me at dan.ruimy@parl.gc.ca or write me a letter and send it to my office in Maple Ridge. The address can be found on page 8. No postage is required. I look forward to hearing from you. Sincerely, 2 www.danruimy.ca
MAKING YOUR VOICE HEARD It is my priority to ensure that as your MP, I am able to represent you to the best of my ability and that means listening! As per my campaign commitment, I have been hosting community roundtables and town halls on issues facing our community and country. I encourage all constituents to attend events, write me an email or set up a meeting to discuss the issues that matter most to you. Honoured to have welcomed Parliamentary Secretary Mark Holland and Parliamentary Secretary David Lametti to our community town halls on Electoral Reform and TPP. Want to learn more about upcoming events and town halls in our community or sign up for my mailing list? Visit danruimy.ca for more information. REPRESENTING YOU IN OTTAWA Parliamentary Committees Elected Chair of Industry, Science and Technology Serve on Human Resources, Skills and Social Development and the Status of Persons with Disabilities Work on The Hill Debating and speaking on issues facing our community Meeting with stakeholders, colleagues, and Ministers about supporting our community dan.ruimy@parl.gc.ca 604-466-2761 3
YOUR COMMUNITY GUIDE TO BUDGET 2016 All Canadians need and SUPPORT FOR SENIORS Ensuring seniors benefits keep pace with the cost of living. Restoring the eligibility age for Old Age Security and Guaranteed Income Supplement benefits to 65. Increased support for senior couples living apart. Enhancing services and financial support for veterans. AFFORDABLE HOUSING deserve housing that is safe, adequate and affordable. When affordable housing is in short supply, Canada s whole economy suffers. To give Canadians greater access to more affordable housing, Budget 2016 proposes to invest $2.3 billion over two years, starting in 2016 17. Of this amount, $2.2 billion reflects our Government s commitment to invest in social infrastructure. Investing in affordable housing will provide targeted support to those who need it most and create good jobs that help grow Canada s economy in a clean and sustainable way. In the coming year, our Government will work with provincial, Indigenous, and community partners to develop a National Housing Strategy. An additional $111.8 million has been allocated for the Homelessness Partnering Strategy. Increasing the Guaranteed Income Supplement for vulnerable single seniors. 4 www.danruimy.ca
CANADA CHILD BENEFIT HELPING 9 OUT OF 10 FAMILIES Too many middle-class families in Pitt Meadows and Maple Ridge are struggling to get ahead. We re working to build an economy that works for the middle class because we know that when middle class Canadians have money to save, invest, and grow the economy, all Canadians benefit. Families who need it most are receiving the new Canada Child Benefit (CCB). The Canada Child Benefit will provide a maximum annual benefit of up to $6,400 per child under the age of 6 and up to $5,400 per child aged 6 through 17. About 300,000 fewer children will be living in poverty in 2016-17! Simpler Tax-Free Better Targeted More Generous Visit budget.gc.ca for more BUILDING A SUSTAINABLE FUTURE Our Government is committed to building a sustainable future for Canada. At the United Nations Climate Conference (COP21) in Paris, alongside 194 other participating countries, Canada agreed to take steps to support the transition to a global low-carbon economy. Because we know the economy and the environment go hand in hand, Budget 2016 pledges $130 million over five years for clean technology development. In addition to supporting research and innovation, our Government is also committed to protecting National Parks and expanding environment education by committing $142.3 million over five years to Parks Canada Agency and Natural Resources Canada. I am proud of our Government s commitment to grow a sustainable economy that works for generations to come. - Dan Ruimy, MP dan.ruimy@parl.gc.ca 604-466-2761 5
INVESTING IN OUR COMMUNITIES We know that strong communities are at the core of the success of our nation! Our Government is investing over $600 million for 60 municipal projects across British Columbia. We are investing in wastewater, street and road improvements, water main replacements and road widening. These investments will have a huge impact on quality of life, improving key municipal services and boosting regional development for years to come. Modern, reliable infrastructure is the key to safe, productive communities -Dan Ruimy, MP 6 CANADA SUMMER JOBS Investing in our future means creating opportunities for young people in our communities. This year our Government doubled the funding for this program which provides funding for businesses and organizations to hire students in our communities. I have had the pleasure of getting to know some of the amazing young leaders in our community who are gaining valuable work experience. Check out my website to learn more about these exceptional young people! In Pitt Meadows-Maple Ridge there are over 100 students and 38 businesses and organizations who received funding this summer! I had the pleasure of representing the Honourable Minister Navdeep Bains to announce that our Government is topping up the Canada 150 Community Infrastructure Program by $150 million. $500,000 from this program has already been granted to upgrade the Albion Sports Complex. www.danruimy.ca
A RENEWED NATION TO NATION RELATIONSHIP Our Government is committed to a renewed relationship with Indigenous Peoples. Budget 2016 invests $2.6 billion in First Nations K-12 education and $1 billion to build First Nations schools. This is part of an approach to empowering indigenous communities and a nation to nation relationship with First Nation, Metis, & Inuit communities. On December 8, 2015, the Government of Canada announced the launch of a national inquiry to investigate the disproportionate number of missing and murdered indigenous women and girls. STEPPING UP FOR YOUTH Young people aren't just the leaders of tomorrow, they're the leaders of today. - PM Justin Trudeau Our Government recognizes that the high cost of post-secondary education often limits young people from pursing their goals. Budget 2016 proposes to increase Canada Student Grant amounts by 50% for low and middle income students as well as increase the Canada Student Loan repayment threshold to ensure that no student will have to repay their Canada Student Loan until they are earning at least $25,000 per year. GET INVOLVED WITH YOUR GOVERNMENT Stay connected with our town halls and roundtables. Visit: danruimy.ca Want to directly participate in the development of Government policies? Visit: danruimy.ca/have-your-say dan.ruimy@parl.gc.ca 604-466-2761 7
Important Numbers For Pitt Meadows-Maple Ridge Hospitals Ridge Meadows Hospital Address: 11666 Laity Street, Maple Ridge, BC, V2X 7G5 Telephone: 604-463-4111 Seniors Facilities Maple Ridge Seniors Activity Centre Address: 12150 224th Street, Maple Ridge, BC, V2X 3N8 Telephone: 604-467-4993 Pitt Meadows Seniors Activity Centre Address: 19065 119B Avenue, Pitt Meadows, BC, V3Y 0E6 Telephone: 604-457-4771 Recreation Facilities Maple Ridge Leisure Centre Address:11925 Haney Place, Maple Ridge, BC, V2X 6G2 Telephone: 604-467-7322 Fax: 604-467-7373 Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday: 6:00am-10:00pm Saturday-Sunday: 7:00am-9:30pm Pitt Meadows Family Recreation Centre Address :12027 Harris Road, Pitt Meadows, BC, V3Y 1Z1 Telephone: 604-465-2452 Fax: 604-465-2493 Other Important Numbers Pitt Meadows Fire Non-emergency: Telephone: 604-465-2401 Pitt Meadows Police Non-emergency: Telephone: 604-463-6251 Maple Ridge Fire Non-emergency: Telephone: 604-463-5880 Maple Ridge Police Non-emergency: Telephone: 604-463-6251 Ridge Meadows Search & Rescue Address: 23598 105 Avenue, Maple Ridge BC V2W 1B8 Telephone: 604-463-4891 Fax: 604-467-9143 BC Poison Control: Telephone:1-800-567-8911 or 604-682-5050 HealthLinkBC: Telephone: 8-1-1 BC Forest Fire Information Line: Telephone: 1-800-663-5555 BCSPCA: Address: 10235 Jackson Road, Maple Ridge, B.C. V2W 0A9 Telephone:604-463-9511 Fax: 604-466-0011 Animal Cruelty Hotline 1-855-622-7722 Email: mapleridge@spca.bc.ca CONTACT OUR OFFICE 22369 Lougheed Highway, Maple Ridge, B.C. V2X 2T3 Telephone: 604-466-2761 Fax: 604-466-7593 Email: Dan.Ruimy@parl.gc.ca Facebook/Twitter: @DanRuimyMP Monday-Friday: 9:00am-5:00pm Saturday-Sunday: Closed Services available: Immigration/Citizenship Inquiries GIS & OAS Issues Canada Pension Plan Issues Passport/Consular Affairs Student Loans Taxation Issues Veteran s Issues Greetings for special achievements 8 www.danruimy.ca