Lisa Thompson

Serving as MPP for the Riding of Huron-Bruce, as well as Ontario Minister of Rural Affairs is truly the honour of a lifetime. I take this responsibility very seriously and I thank Premier Ford and the people of Huron-Bruce for placing their trust in me once again.

▶️ Watch James Scongack, Bruce Power's Chief Operating Officer and Executive Vice-President, discuss where we are today and hoping to go in the future in the production of medical isotopes in a new episode of Radiologists podcast by University Medical Imaging Toronto (UMIT) with…

There’s never been a more important time to boost internal trade and build a more resilient economy.   That’s why @Fordnation and our government are helping unlock up to $200 billion in economic potential to protect Canadian workers.   Learn more: news.ontario.ca/en/release/100…

It’s been an honour to serve as chair of the Council of the Federation. Together, Canada’s premiers have never been more united, working together to build a stronger future. I’m proud to pass the torch to Premier @RobLantz of Prince Edward Island. I’ll stand shoulder to…

🎉 Thank you to everyone who came out to a Teeny Tiny Summit! 🎉 This year, we ran two summits in Picton and Strathroy-Caradoc with a total of 220 attendees. Check out a recap of our Picton event here: thecounty.ca/teeny-tiny-sum… #EconDevON #ONRural

The Rural Change Makers Program is a FREE & transformative leadership experience for emerging leaders who are ready to create positive change in their lives and rural communities. Join an upcoming information session to learn more about the program ➡️ bit.ly/roievents

🏥NEW hospital coming to Waterloo Region! ✅$10M investment for planning & construction 🚑Expanded services: more capacity, core programs, emergency, surgical, maternal & pediatric care, cardiac clinics & medical imaging ❤️Better care closer to home news.ontario.ca/en/release/100…

Canada’s premiers are united. We’re building a more competitive, resilient and self-reliant economy so we’re ready to take on whatever comes our way.

📢 We're investing over $45 million through the @ONTrillium’s Grow grants to support 140 non-profit organizations, Indigenous communities and small towns across Ontario in expanding and improving programs and services that make a real difference in people’s lives.

Is your local community hub in need of a refresh? @ONgov is investing in upgrades through the @NOHFC’s Enhance Your Community Program to help Northern Ontario communities grow strong and vibrant! ✨ Learn more at: bit.ly/4m79irg

Ontario is investing $7M in the Critical Minerals Innovation Fund to double down on exploration, production & processing right here at home. This means stronger supply chains, more good‑paying jobs & greater resilience against U.S. tariffs. 🔗:news.ontario.ca/en/release/100… @Sflecce…

Yesterday Minister Pirie met with key partners in @GreaterSudbury to discuss how @ONgov can further support communities and strengthen Northern Ontario’s economy! 💪 Amidst uncertainty, the Province is taking critical steps to protect Ontario.

While at the Council of Federation, I joined my fellow premiers from BC, Yukon, Northwest Territories and Nunavut to sign two more agreements that will boost internal trade, improve labour mobility and protect Canadian jobs. We're cutting red tape, growing our economy and…

I was thrilled to join Premier @ABDanielleSmith of Alberta to extend our agreement to include @PremierScottMoe of Saskatchewan to build pipelines, rail lines and trade corridors to move Ontario critical minerals and Western Canadian oil and gas to new markets. Together, we’re…

From the Prairies to the Great Lakes, provinces are coming together to ensure new pipelines, rail lines and other energy and trade infrastructure are built with Ontario steel to get Canadian resources to new markets and grow our economy.   Learn more: news.ontario.ca/en/release/100…

This morning, Canada’s premiers arrived in Muskoka for our Council of the Federation meeting. Together, we’re united in standing up for Canada from coast to coast to coast.

A prepared Ontario is a protected Ontario. That's why we are investing $10M to strengthen Ontario Corps and adding more partners to ensure communities have access to critical resources, such as debris removal tools & flood barriers when they need it. 🔗news.ontario.ca/en/release/100……

Thank you Duncan and Lesley Hawthorne for your continued support of important community initiatives in the #Kincardine area and beyond! Your generous support of #TheWell will see this #CommunityCollective improve health & wellness for youth through equitable and culturally…

I was honoured to be asked to throw the opening pitch at the 4th annual #Goderich Lions Ladies Fastball Tourney!

Enjoyed attending the kickoff to the 4th annual #Goderich Lions Ladies Fastball tourney last night! I am very impressed that this tourney is hosting 30 teams this year from across south-western Ontario! #BannisterPark is a beautiful park with well-maintained ball diamonds!

In #Goderich I announced that the #CelticRootsFestival is receiving $55,000 and the #TownOfGoderich is also receiving $20,000 for the 2025 #SaltAndHarvestFedtival from our govt’s #ExperienceOntario fund. Each festival has a tremendous line up of activities and entertainment -…