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Senator Tony Loffreda

@tonyloffreda

Canadian Senator, (Independent)/ Chairman, Parliamentary Network World Bank & IMF - Canada/ Former Executive, Vice-Chairman at RBC. Sénateur, Canada - Québec.

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At our Senate National Finance Committee last month, I raised a key issue with Public Services and Procurement Canada: how we manage federal real estate and define “affordable housing.” I questioned the criteria used in initiatives like the Federal Lands Initiative, especially

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Insightful exchange with real estate entrepreneur Gerald Naimer and Chris Papp, who is building an AI-powered trade platform to modernize Canada’s export infrastructure. Always a pleasure to discuss topics of national interest with visionary entrepreneurs—after all, it is

Insightful exchange with real estate entrepreneur Gerald Naimer and Chris Papp, who is building an AI-powered trade platform to modernize Canada’s export infrastructure. 

Always a pleasure to discuss topics of national interest with visionary entrepreneurs—after all, it is
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Today, I had the privilege of spending time with Chris Adamopoulos, Executive Director of the Hellenic Community of Greater Montreal. For over 45 years, Chris has been a pillar of strength, service, and dedication to the Hellenic community. It’s always inspiring to meet with

Today, I had the privilege of spending time with Chris Adamopoulos, Executive Director of the Hellenic Community of Greater Montreal. For over 45 years, Chris has been a pillar of strength, service, and dedication to the Hellenic community.

It’s always inspiring to meet with
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I was originally invited to host the awarding of the Heart & Stroke Foundation’s King Charles III Medals in Montreal. Although I was unable to attend, I had the distinct pleasure yesterday afternoon of welcoming six recipients and their families to the Senate of Canada for a

I was originally invited to host the awarding of the Heart & Stroke Foundation’s King Charles III Medals in Montreal. Although I was unable to attend, I had the distinct pleasure yesterday afternoon of welcoming six recipients and their families to the Senate of Canada for a
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At a recent meeting of the Senate’s National Finance Committee, I raised concerns with officials from the Department of National Defence regarding Canada’s persistent military procurement challenges. The Future Fighter Capability Project—a $19 billion initiative to deliver 88

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It was a pleasure meeting Mr. Akihiko Uchikawa, Japan’s Consul General in Montreal, yesterday. Japan is not only a key ally, but also one of Canada’s most important trade and investment partners. Strengthening bilateral relations and fostering greater collaboration is

It was a pleasure meeting Mr. Akihiko Uchikawa, Japan’s Consul General in Montreal, yesterday. Japan is not only a key ally, but also one of Canada’s most important trade and investment partners. 

Strengthening bilateral relations and fostering greater collaboration is
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Already a week ago—but following several busy weeks of parliamentary duties, I regrettably could not attend this year’s Chris Nilan Annual Golf Tournament. I was nevertheless proud to support the cause with a personal donation. As last year’s photos featuring #ChrisNilan,

Already a week ago—but following several busy weeks of parliamentary duties, I regrettably could not attend this year’s Chris Nilan Annual Golf Tournament. I was nevertheless proud to support the cause with a personal donation. 

As last year’s photos featuring #ChrisNilan,
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When officials from the Treasury Board Secretariat appeared before our National Finance Committee, I raised questions about Canada’s first AI Strategy for the Public Service, launched earlier this year. As artificial intelligence becomes increasingly integrated into our lives, I

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Honoured to join His Excellency Ambassador Alessandro Cattaneo yesterday evening with guest of honour Carmine Masiello, Chief of Staff of the Italian Army. Grateful for the warm hospitality and meaningful dialogue. 🇨🇦🤝🇮🇹 #ItalyCanada ⸻ Heureux d’avoir participé hier soir au

Honoured to join His Excellency Ambassador Alessandro Cattaneo yesterday evening with guest of honour Carmine Masiello, Chief of Staff of the Italian Army. Grateful for the warm hospitality and meaningful dialogue. 
🇨🇦🤝🇮🇹
#ItalyCanada

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Heureux d’avoir participé hier soir au
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RETHINKING CANADA'S INDUSTRIAL STRATEGY: WHY TAX CUTS MAY WORK BETTER THAN SUBSIDIES When King Charles III opened the 45th Parliament with the Speech from the Throne on May 27th, he reminded us that the global trade system – long a driver of Canadian prosperity – is changing.

RETHINKING CANADA'S INDUSTRIAL STRATEGY: WHY TAX CUTS MAY WORK BETTER THAN SUBSIDIES

When King Charles III opened the 45th Parliament with the Speech from the Throne on May 27th, he reminded us that the global trade system – long a driver of Canadian prosperity – is changing.
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REPENSER LA STRATÉGIE INDUSTRIELLE DU CANADA: LES RÉDUCTIONS D'IMPÔT POURRAIENT ÊTRE PLUS EFFICACES QUE LES SUBVENTIONS Lorsque le roi Charles III a ouvert la 45e législature par le discours du Trône le 27 mai, il a rappelé que le système commercial mondial – moteur de la

REPENSER LA STRATÉGIE INDUSTRIELLE DU CANADA: LES RÉDUCTIONS D'IMPÔT POURRAIENT ÊTRE PLUS EFFICACES QUE LES SUBVENTIONS

Lorsque le roi Charles III a ouvert la 45e législature par le discours du Trône le 27 mai, il a rappelé que le système commercial mondial – moteur de la
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RIPENSARE LA STRATEGIA INDUSTRIALE DEL CANADA: PERCHÉ GLI SGRAVI FISCALI FUNZIONANO MEGLIO DEI SUSSIDI Quando Re Carlo III ha inaugurato la 45ª Legislatura con il Discorso dal Trono del 27 maggio scorso, ci ha ricordato che il sistema commerciale globale — da sempre motore della

RIPENSARE LA STRATEGIA INDUSTRIALE DEL CANADA: PERCHÉ GLI SGRAVI FISCALI FUNZIONANO MEGLIO DEI SUSSIDI

Quando Re Carlo III ha inaugurato la 45ª Legislatura con il Discorso dal Trono del 27 maggio scorso, ci ha ricordato che il sistema commerciale globale — da sempre motore della
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This week, once again, thank you to the Italian Ambassador for an insightful meeting with Italy’s Army Chief of Staff. And to the Japanese Embassy for reaching out. In today’s world, reinforcing international relations is more essential than ever. #Diplomacy

This week, once again, thank you to the Italian Ambassador for an insightful meeting with Italy’s Army Chief of Staff.
And to the Japanese Embassy for reaching out.
In today’s world, reinforcing international relations is more essential than ever.

#Diplomacy
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Proud to support GOAL MTL yesterday as an Honoured Guest for its 15th anniversary edition! Congratulations to Paul Desbaillets and the GOAL Initiatives Foundation for their inspiring work building community through soccer, mental health, and youth development. Here’s to 2026 and

Proud to support GOAL MTL yesterday as an Honoured Guest for its 15th anniversary edition! Congratulations to Paul Desbaillets and the GOAL Initiatives Foundation for their inspiring work building community through soccer, mental health, and youth development. Here’s to 2026 and
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League Cup action! CF Montréal creates an Impact with a thrilling 7-6 penalty shootout win over Club León! Great to see Joel Waterman and Bryce Duke again—fresh off this week’s GOAL MTL event. ⚽👏 Onward and upward! #CFMTL #LeaguesCup #GoalMTL —— Coupe de la Ligue! Le CF

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Our solid goaltender Jonathan Sirois! A great win and a big moment for CF Montréal. Well done, Jonathan—calm, focused, and clutch under pressure! ⚽🧤 CF Montréal creates an Impact with a thrilling 7-6 penalty shootout win over Club León! #CFMTL #LeaguesCup #Sirois ———- Notre

Our solid goaltender Jonathan Sirois! A great win and a big moment for CF Montréal.
Well done, Jonathan—calm, focused, and clutch under pressure! ⚽🧤

CF Montréal creates an Impact with a thrilling 7-6 penalty shootout win over Club León!
#CFMTL #LeaguesCup #Sirois

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Notre
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Not over yet, but what a week it’s been! ⚽ A thrilling CF Montréal win, Jonathan Sirois celebrates his 100th game, and an inspiring GOAL MTL event bringing community together through sport and purpose. Congratulations to Paul Desbaillets and thank you to Joel Waterman and Bryce

Not over yet, but what a week it’s been! ⚽
A thrilling CF Montréal win, Jonathan Sirois celebrates his 100th game, and an inspiring GOAL MTL event bringing community together through sport and purpose.

Congratulations to Paul Desbaillets and thank you to Joel Waterman and Bryce
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As Honorary Patron of ItalFest, I was proud to speak at today’s press conference. Our roots may lie in Italy, but our hearts beat proudly for Canada. In every song we sing, every dish we share, and every tradition we pass on, we honour those who came before us—and we light the

As Honorary Patron of ItalFest, I was proud to speak at today’s press conference.
Our roots may lie in Italy, but our hearts beat proudly for Canada. 

In every song we sing, every dish we share, and every tradition we pass on, we honour those who came before us—and we light the
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What an emotional start to ItalFest! As Honorary Patron of ItalFest, I’m proud to thank Maria Battaglia, CNIC President, as well as all the volunteers and sponsors for their heart, passion, and service. In every song we sing, every dish we share, and every tradition we pass on,

What an emotional start to ItalFest!
As Honorary Patron of ItalFest, I’m proud to thank Maria Battaglia, CNIC President, as well as all the volunteers and sponsors for their heart, passion, and service.

In every song we sing, every dish we share, and every tradition we pass on,