Local Liberal candidate Stephen McCotter was set to host two Members of Parliament in the riding.
Environment critic John McKay will visit St. Marys on Jan. 21, with Canadian Heritage critic Stéphane Dion visiting Stratford on Jan. 23.
Both MPs were to meet with local stakeholders to discuss issues relating to their respective portfolios of environment and heritage.
“The current government has disregarded the importance of environment and climate change for 10 years, and as we are seeing now, they have created a Canadian economy far too dependent on the price of oil,” notes McCotter.
The local importance of culture and tourism also cannot be understated, believes McCotter.
“Having Mr. Dion come to Stratford, especially given his current role as heritage critic, is very significant,” explains McCotter. “Stratford is home to one of the finest classical theatres in the world, and arts and culture helps drive the local economy. Not nearly enough has been done to ensure that the theatre and its economic spin-off prosper.”
McCotter also be attended events in London this week as part of the federal Liberal Party’s winter caucus meeting.
On Feb. 4, McCotter will host Jeff Leal, Ontario Minister of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs, for a discussion with residents and members of the riding’s agriculture community.
“Agriculture is the backbone of the economy in Perth-Wellington,” says McCotter. “The Liberal Party of Canada is committed to protecting supply management to ensure our farming industry remains competitive, so to have Mr. Leal come to the riding to meet with stakeholders means a great deal.”
