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Ancaster Factory Will Build New Homes Faster and More Affordably
Hamilton West-Ancaster-Dundas MP John-Paul Danko recently visited the Ancaster manufacturing facility operated by INTE Modular to tour its advanced factory for modular home construction. INTE Modular operates a 100,000 square foot manufacturing plant where homes are built indoors using modern modular construction methods. Instead of building homes entirely on-site, the company constructs fully finished modules in the factory and then transports them to the building site for i

HWAD Office Team
15 hours ago2 min read


No More Loopholes Act (Private Members Bill C-233)
Bill C-233 is focused on the conflict between the state of Israel and the terrorist organization Hamas in Gaza and is based on the false claim that Canada’s export control system contains a loophole that allows military goods to be exported without oversight. In fact, Canada already maintains one of the world’s strictest export control systems where every military export permit is assessed against human rights, international humanitarian law, and national security considerati

HWAD Office Team
4 days ago3 min read


Community Rallies for Ancaster Community Food Drive
Residents across Ancaster came together on Saturday, March 7 for the 34th annual Ancaster Community Food Drive, a long-running community effort that collects food and financial donations for local organizations supporting families in need.

HWAD Office Team
Mar 72 min read


Hamilton Positioned for Growth with New Shipbuilding Partnership
Hamilton Positioned for Growth with New Shipbuilding Partnership

HWAD Office Team
Feb 202 min read


Protecting Victims Rights Act (Government of Canada Bill C-16)
The federal government has introduced the Protecting Victims Rights Act (Bill C-16), one of the most significant updates to Canada’s Criminal Code in generations. This legislation focuses on protecting women and children, criminalizing AI-generated sexual deepfake photos and video, strengthening victims’ rights, and reducing court delays.

HWAD Office Team
Feb 23 min read


LiUNA 837 Honours Members Service Building Hamilton’s Future
Members of LiUNA Local 837 were recently recognized at a special celebration honouring members who have dedicated 25, 30, and 40 years to the union and to building Hamilton.
The event brought together union leadership, members, and elected representatives from all levels of government to celebrate the skilled tradespeople who help shape the city’s homes, roads, transit systems, and essential infrastructure.

HWAD Office Team
Feb 21 min read


International Holocaust Remembrance Day: Remembering the Past and Confronting Hate
International Holocaust Remembrance Day: Remembering the Past and Confronting Hate

HWAD Office Team
Jan 272 min read


New Affordability Benefits Will Save Canadian Families $1890 This Year
Canadians are facing continued economic uncertainty as global pressures affect supply chains, prices, and household budgets. In response, Prime Minister Mark Carney has announced significant new federal benefits that will make groceries and other essentials more affordable, while strengthening Canada’s economy and supporting families.
These new benefits build on recent government actions to cut taxes, boost homebuilding, and protect key social programs reducing the cost of l

HWAD Office Team
Jan 273 min read


MP John-Paul Danko Visits Dundas Modular Railway Club
Hamilton West-Ancaster-Dundas Member of Parliament John-Paul Danko recently made a special visit to the Dundas Modular Railway Club at the Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 36 in Dundas. The visit gave the MP an up-close look at the club’s intricate model railroad layouts and an opportunity to meet with hobbyists who bring miniature railroading to life.

HWAD Office Team
Jan 211 min read


Carney Warns of Global Order Rupture At World Economic Forum
In a stark address to the World Economic Forum on Tuesday, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney argued that the international system is “in the midst of a rupture, not a transition,” warning that the multilateral institutions relied upon by Canada and other middle powers are under serious threat.
Carney said the question is no longer whether countries like Canada must adapt, but how: “We can build higher walls, or we can do something more ambitious.”

HWAD Office Team
Jan 209 min read


MP John-Paul Danko Announces Federal Funding for Art Gallery of Hamilton Expansion
Hamilton – On January 20, federal funding of $950,000 was announced to support the Art Gallery of Hamilton’s (AGH) major expansion project, a boost welcomed by local leaders including Hamilton West-Ancaster-Dundas MP John-Paul Danko.
The funds, provided through the Canada Cultural Spaces Fund, were revealed by Hamilton Mountain MP Lisa Hepfner on behalf of the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Canadian Identity and Culture.

HWAD Office Team
Jan 201 min read


Canada and China - A New Strategic Economic Partnership
Canada’s relationship with the United States is facing renewed uncertainty due to escalating
unilateral, hostile trade actions by the Trump administration.
To protect long-term economic stability, Canada is accelerating efforts to diversify trade and strengthen opportunities for Canadian workers and businesses.
China—the world’s second-largest economy and a market of 1.4 billion consumers—offers
significant potential for Canadian exporters across every sector of the

HWAD Office Team
Jan 174 min read


Order of Hamilton Recipient Celebration in Ancaster
Each year, the City of Hamilton proudly recognizes residents who elevate our community through service, compassion, and leadership. The Order of Hamilton is the City’s highest honour for voluntary civic contribution, celebrating individuals whose efforts strengthen neighbourhoods, support residents, and enrich Hamilton’s cultural and civic life. It was an honour for MP John-Paul Danko to attend the 2025 award ceremony in Ancaster on Friday, January 16th to celebrate this year

HWAD Office Team
Jan 161 min read


2025 Took An Unanticipated Turn - I'm Looking Forward to 2026!
Thank-you, to the residents of Hamilton West-Ancaster-Dundas for your trust and support, for me personally, as well as for Prime Minister Carney and the Liberal Party of Canada to represent you and all Canadians through these very trying times.

HWAD Office Team
Jan 12 min read


Resilience on the Final Night of Hanukkah in Hamilton - Remembering the Victims of Bondi Beach
On the eighth and final night of Hanukkah, members of Hamilton’s Jewish community gathered alongside friends, neighbours, and allies for a celebration marked by both resilience and grief.
Between candle blessings and song, the community paused to remember the victims of the jihadi terrorist murders at Bondi Beach—an act of hatred that shocked many, but that Jewish residents warned was neither random nor disconnected from the broader rise of antisemitism facing Jews today.

HWAD Office Team
Dec 21, 20251 min read


Celebrating Mohawk College's National Success in Applied Research and Innovation
Mohawk College and IDEAWORKS have been recognized among Canada’s top research institutions, ranking 2nd in Re$earch Infosource’s 2025 list of the Top 50 Research Colleges.

HWAD Office Team
Dec 4, 20251 min read


New Federal Measures to Strengthen Hamilton’s Steel Industry and Protect Local Jobs
Member of Parliament John-Paul Danko welcomed today’s federal announcement introducing stronger protections for Canada’s steel industry, including tighter import controls, Buy Canadian procurement rules, and new worker supports—measures that will directly benefit steelworkers and manufacturers in Hamilton, home to ArcelorMittal Dofasco, Stelco, and thousands of good-paying industrial jobs.

HWAD Office Team
Nov 28, 20252 min read


Budget 2025 is a Generational Investment in Hamilton and Canadians
Today, the Government of Canada unveiled Budget 2025, a bold plan to build a stronger, safer, and more prosperous Canada. This budget delivers generational investments in housing, infrastructure, skills, and security—ensuring Hamilton and communities across the country thrive for decades to come.

HWAD Office Team
Nov 4, 20252 min read
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