December 17th – What’s the latest with Vincent?

December 17, 2025

A message from your Member of Parliament

Dear Neighbour,

Parliament wrapped up its fall sitting last week—and unfortunately, all Canadians got was more of the same: a Liberal government doubling down on an agenda that chips away at the freedoms and values Canadians hold dear.

Here in Richmond Hill South, I hear the same concerns again and again. They see more government power, more bureaucracy, and more excuses. What they want is straightforward action that helps families get ahead and restores trust.

And heading into the Christmas season, that loss of trust hits differently.

People should be able to enjoy time with their families without constantly feeling like they have to look over their shoulder. Conservatives put forward the Jail Not Bail Act to keep repeat violent offenders behind bars, and the Liberals voted it down. That tells you a lot about their broken priorities.

And if you want a snapshot of how backwards Liberal priorities have become, look at Bill C-9. While Canadians are trying to get through the Christmas season in peace, the Liberals are focused on changing the law so quoting scripture can be treated more easily as “hate” in criminal court. We already have hate propaganda laws for truly extreme cases. This is not about safety. It is an attack on religious freedom, dressed up as progress.

And then there is the government’s spending. Canadians are told this is all making life better, but the reality on the ground is different. Food Banks Canada’s HungerCount shows nearly 2.2 million food bank visits in March 2025, a record high.

That is not a sign of a country getting ahead, it is a sign of a government that has lost the plot.

If you have thoughts on any of this, I want to hear from you. Just reply to this email and tell me what you want me fighting for in 2026. Your feedback helps shape what I raise and push for on your behalf.

From my family to yours, Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays.

On your side,

Vincent Neil Ho

Your Member of Parliament for Richmond Hill South

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This Past Month in Parliament

Every big stop tells the same story. In the U.S., an $80-billion nuclear deal for Brookfield. In Europe, over $500 million in space money with Brookfield in the mix. With Sweden, an A.I. deal for Brookfield before the plane even lands back home.

Now Alberta is being pushed into carbon capture that lines up perfectly with Brookfield’s portfolio. It looks less like diplomacy for Canada and more like a world tour for Brookfield.

In the real world, a CEO who promised savings, added 90 billion in new spending and delayed the books twice would be fired.

This Liberal government did exactly that, slapped “expenditure review” on a press release and expects Canadians to clap.

The Liberals are paying nearly $400,000 a year for a “chief science advisor” who runs no agency, makes no regulatory decisions, publishes no performance audits and can’t point to a single concrete result for taxpayers beyond saying she “gave advice” last week.

	I attended Chorus York’s annual Christmas concert and enjoyed an evening of Christmas music that brought neighbours together for the season while supporting our local arts community in Richmond Hill South.
I dropped by the Hill Potters’ Guild Fall Show and Sale and was reminded how much local arts contribute to community life in Richmond Hill South.
	I joined the community to pause in remembrance of the victims of the recent high-rise fire in Hong Kong. My thoughts are with the families, and with everyone here who’s been affected by this tragedy.

December 17th – What’s the latest with Vincent?

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This Past Month in Parliament

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