Press Releases

Jim attends celebration for MP Dr. Kellie Leitch

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Collingwood Legion Honours and Awards Ceremony

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Wilson is pictured here with Helen Jamison, Ladies Auxiliary President, Marie Stephenson, Legion Committee Member, and Rob Graham, Legion Branch President.

Wilson attends 3rd Annual Seniors’ Information and Active Living Expo in Wasaga Beach

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Jim attends Worsley Elementary School Concert Band performance

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Jim attends Collingwood Hospital Foundation Celebration Dinner

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(June 5, 2019) Simcoe-Grey MPP Jim Wilson had an excellent time at the Collingwood Hospital Foundation’s celebration dinner on Sunday night. Wilson was pleased to see so many people attend in recognition of their past support. He looks forward to the day the new hospital receives final approval and can get its fundraising efforts underway.

Also, Wilson would like to thank Jory Pritchard-Kerr, Executive Director of the Collingwood Hospital Foundation, and her team for their dedication and ongoing efforts to improve the hospital and the health of our community. Photo courtesy of Joe Belanger

Jim attends Civic Prayer Breakfast of South Georgian Bay

fullsizeoutput 3d9e (June 5, 2019) On May 31, Simcoe-Grey MPP Jim Wilson was pleased to attend the 6th Annual Civic Prayer Breakfast of South Georgian Bay. The breakfast featured guest speaker Gracia Burnham, who shared her story about being taken hostage and held captive on Basilan Island in the Philippines. Wilson would like to thank event organizers for hosting the breakfast and, in particular, Len Weatherall for inviting him to the event.

Jim attends 40th Anniversary of the Essa Historical Society

Essa Historical Society 40th Anniversary May 2019.JPG WEBSITE.JPG crop (June 3, 2019) On May 25, Simcoe-Grey MPP Jim Wilson was pleased to attend the 40^th Anniversary of the Essa Historical Society. He is pictured here presenting a certificate of congratulations to Essa Historical Society President, Richard Blanchard. Wilson extends his thanks to the organization for the great work they do for our community, and a special thanks to Olive Lee, Essa Historical Society Secretary, for organizing the event.

Jim attends Clearview Township's 25th Anniversary celebration

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(June 3, 2019) Simcoe-Grey MPP Jim Wilson was happy to congratulate the residents of Clearview at the Township’s 25^th Anniversary celebration over the weekend. Clearview Township came to be after Stayner, Creemore and the Townships of Nottawasaga and Sunnidale were amalgamated in 1994. Wilson was honoured to join the celebration and recognize the area for its rich history. Photo credit goes to Dave West.

Jim meets with Clearview constituents and Georgian Triangle Development Institute

(May 31, 2019) This morning, Simcoe-Grey MPP Jim Wilson was pleased to meet with constituents and local dignitaries in Clearview township to discuss the effects provincial planning policies are having on the overall cost of housing and development in the area. He thanks Bart Chapman for taking the initiative to organize the meeting along with those who attended and shared their concerns.

In the afternoon, Jim continued the discussion when he met with 40 members of the Georgian Triangle Development Institute. The main topics discussed included the regional government review, development initiatives, the non resident foreign sales tax and changes recently made to the planning act, conservation authority act, environmental act and development charges. Jim would like to thank Ken Hale, President of the GTDI, for organizing the meeting and all those who attended and participated in the discussion.

Join Jim at his annual 50 plus Seminar

(May 29, 2019) Simcoe-Grey MPP Jim Wilson invites you to his free 50+ Seminar. Join him Friday, June 7th beginning at 11am at the Collingwood Legion or Friday June 14th beginning at 11am at the Alliston Legion. You will be offered a host of valuable information and there will also be a light lunch provided. Everyone is invited and welcome.

Jim looks forward to seeing you!