Speech from the Throne to be delivered by King Charles III
This is my first column since the elections, and I want to take this opportunity to thank you, Orléans. Thank you for your participation in the democratic process, and thank you for putting your trust in me once again. You can count on my full support and attention as your representative at the House of Commons.
The 45th Legislature is set to be opened by King Charles III, on May 27. It will be the first time in over half a century that the reigning monarch has opened parliament since Elizabeth II did so for the 23rd Canadian Parliament in 1957.
It’s also the first time the sovereign has personally read the Speech from the Throne since Elizabeth II did so at the opening of the third session of the 30th Canadian Parliament in 1977. The Speech from the Throne introduces the government’s direction and goals.
Prime Minister Carney already said that the Liberal government’s priorities will be to ensure a strong Canada, protect our sovereignty, ensure our national security, reduce interprovincial barriers, invest in Canadians by reducing taxes and speeding up access to housing by doubling the pace of construction of affordable housing, and eliminate the GST for first-time homebuyers to name a few.
May 8 marked 80 years since Victory in Europe Day when the Second World War came to an end in Europe. We will never forget and will always remember those who fought for our freedom and peace. Thank you to all our veterans and active members of the Canadian Forces for your service to our country.
I want to join all Catholics in Orléans, Canada, and around the world in wishing His Holiness Pope Leo XIV a pontificate marked by peace, wisdom, and unity following his election on May 8.
I also want to congratulate the Heart of Orléans BIA and the YMCA for their leadership and collaboration in organizing an amazing job fair at Place Orléans on May 7. It was great to see many employers on site and the thousands of people that showed up to learn about job opportunities.
The annual Canadian Tulip Festival, the world’s largest public tulip display, is now on until May 19. I invite you to visit tulipefestival.ca to learn about the different sites to admire the tulips.
To all the mothers and mother figures in Orléans, I hope you enjoyed a beautiful Mother’s Day, filled with love and cherished moments with your families.
CUMBERLAND FARMERS MARKET from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the R.J. Kennedy Arena in Cumberland Village with 85 local farmers and vendors ready to showcase their freshest produce, handmade goods, and unique finds! FREE ADMISSION 
THE ORIGINAL NAVAN MARKET from 9 am to 2 pm at the Navan Fairgrounds, 1279 Colonial Road in Navan. Over 100 vendors in attendance. For more information 
TRIVIA NIGHT every Tuesday night at the Royal Oak Pub Orléans from 7:30 p.m. Free to play and prize for the winning team! The Royal Oak is located at 1981 St. Joseph Blvd. near the corner of Jeanne d'Arc Blvd. For more information visit 
MUSIC IN THE PARK SERIES featuring members of the Opus Academy music school under the Domes on the Navan Fairgrounds presented by the Navan Community Association starting at 7 p.m. RAIN OR SHINE Refreshments will be available for purchase..
ORLEANS FARMERS MARKET every Thursday from 11 am to 4 pm in the parking lot at the Ray Friel Recreation Centre on Tenth Line Road. Shop the freshest seasonal produce, meat and dairy, baked goods, prepared foods, crafts and more while getting to know the folks who grew and made it. 
