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About Scarborough Centre: Working for You
This program features the voices and the people who make up Scarborough Centre and work for you: from healthcare workers, police and restauranteurs to educators, retailers, construction workers and business leaders. Listen to original interviews from community leaders, updates from Queen’s Park with various MPPs in the Legislative Assembly of Ontario, and even audio newsletters. This volunteer podcast is proudly made in Scarborough, and is produced by the community of Scarborough Centre.
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- 29 Oct 2025
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- 19 May 2026
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16 episodes in the feed.
19 May 2026
Premier Ford Welcomes Everyone to Ford Fest in Scarborough Centre
Season 2, Episode 3 Premier Ford Welcomes Everyone to Ford Fest in Scarborough Centre This special message by Premier Ford reminds us that the 2026 Ford Fest is coming soon and will be happening right in Scarborough Centre. That’s right. Ford Fest, a free family and community event, will happen on Friday June 19 at Thomson Memorial Park in Scarborough Centre. Food, games, networking, family fun, the Ontario government caucus, Premier Ford – all right in the heart of Scarborough. You can also call the community office of MPP David Smith for more details or to sign up as a volunteer at 416-615-2183. Ford Fest 2026 Thomson Memorial Park 1050 Brimley Road - Scarborough #scarborough #communityevents #scarboroughevents #davidsmithmpp #mppdavidsmith #scarboroughcentre #protectontario #movingontarioforward #gettingitdone #workingforyou #ontariogovernment #queenspark #working4u #canadianleaders #fordfest #fordfest2026 #premierford #canpoli
19 May 2026
Strengthening Community Safety in Scarborough
Season 2, Episode 2 Strengthening Community Safety in Scarborough To help support victims and prevent crime, the Ontario government is allocating up to $195,000 for Settlement Assistance and Family Support Services. Funding will support The Shield Program, an intervention pilot program that focuses on girls aged 10 to 18, including those from racialized, Indigenous, newcomer, and LGBTQ2SD+ communities, who are vulnerable to human trafficking. The program will provide counselling, legal and housing support, along with educational sessions aimed at raising awareness of activities and situations that may lead to victimization. “Through this $195,000 provincial investment in Settlement Assistance and Family Support Services, a Scarborough-based organization, provided through the Office of the Hon. Doug Downey, Attorney General of Ontario, our government is continuing to demonstrate its commitment, under the leadership of Premier Ford, to improving community safety and supporting prevention-based initiatives that make a real difference in the lives of Scarborough residents and families .” — MPP David Smith Through the 2026-28 Civil Remedies Grant Program, Ontario is allocating $5 million in cash and proceeds seized from criminals to help 27 law enforcement agencies and community and Indigenous organizations fight crime and strengthen public safety across the province. “Our government is protecting Ontario by using every available tool, including civil forfeiture, to help police and community partners confront and dismantle criminal networks that prey on our communities,” said Attorney General Doug Downey. In 2021, Ontario reinvested $1.5 million in cash and proceeds seized from criminals to support 18 community projects focused on helping victims of crime and strengthening local crime prevention. Through the Protect Ontario Through Safer Streets and Stronger Communities Act, the Keeping Criminals Behind Bars Act and related measures, Ontario is keeping communities safe and protecting victims of crime. Ontario is investing over $2.3 million over three years to expand access to the Independent Legal Advice program which provides free legal advice to victims of sexual assault, human trafficking, intimate partner violence and other sexual offences. Ontario is protecting young victims and witnesses of crime by investing $4.2 million to expand the Child Victim Witness Program to seven new communities. The Civil Remedies Grant Program is funded exclusively by assets seized and sold through the Civil and Administrative Forfeiture Program, including vehicles, luxury handbags, jewelry, cash and real estate. “The Civil Remedies Grant Program provides the essential foundation for ‘The Shield Program,’ allowing us to deliver a proactive, trauma-informed lifeline to high-risk youth in Scarborough. By reinvesting these resources into early intervention and digital safety, we are empowering young women to recognize exploitation before it begins, effectively strengthening the safety and resilience of our community.” – Dr. Sudip Minhas, Executive Director, Settlement Assistance and Family Support Services And remember, Ford Fest 2026 is coming to our community! That’s right. Ford Fest, a free family and community event, will happen on Friday June 19 at Thomson Memorial Park in Scarborough Centre. Food, games, networking, family fun, the Ontario government caucus, Premier Ford – all right in the heart of Scarborough. So stay tuned for updates and additional information. Or call the community office of MPP David Smith for more details at 416-615-2183. Ford Fest 2026 Thomson Memorial Park 1050 Brimley Road - Scarborough #scarborough #communityevents #scarboroughevents #davidsmithmpp #mppdavidsmith #scarboroughcentre #protectontario #movingontarioforward #workingforyou #ontariogovernment #queenspark #working4u #canadianleaders #premierford #onpoli #communitysafety
5 May 2026
Ford Fest 2026 Comes to Scarborough Centre
Season 2, Episode 1 Ford Fest 2026 Comes to Scarborough Centre We kick off Season Two of Scarborough Centre: Working for You! with a very special announcement – Ford Fest 2026 is coming to our community! That’s right. Ford Fest, a free family and community event, will happen on Friday June 19 at Thomson Memorial Park in Scarborough Centre. Food, games, networking, family fun, the Ontario government caucus, Premier Ford – all right in the heart of Scarborough. So stay tuned for updates and additional information. Or call the community office of MPP David Smith for more details at 416-615-2183. Ford Fest 2026 Thomson Memorial Park 1050 Brimley Road - Scarborough #scarborough #communityevents #scarboroughevents #davidsmithmpp #mppdavidsmith #scarboroughcentre #protectontario #movingontarioforward #gettingitdone #workingforyou #ontariogovernment #queenspark #working4u #canadianleaders #premierford #onpoli
5 Apr 2026
Today in Question Period: Keeping Costs Down and Making Life More Affordable
Season 1, Episode 13 Today in Question Period: Keeping Costs Down and Making Life More Affordable During Question Period on April 2, 2026, MPP David Smith talked about what matters most to families: keeping costs down and making life more affordable. While the previous government drove hyrdro bills up with bad contracts, the Government of Premier Ford is focused on protecting affordability and planning for reliable long-term energy with Made-in-Canada solutions that support good jobs and a stronger Ontario. “Our approach is simple – don’t make life more expensive. We are focused on keeping costs down and putting money back in people’s pocket. The previous Liberal government drove up hydro bills with bad contracts. We are doing the opposite – We are protecting affordability.” #davidsmithmpp #mppdavidsmith #scarboroughcentre #protectontario #movingontarioforward #gettingitdone #workingforyou #ontariogovernment #queenspark #working4u #canadianleaders #premierford #hydroaffordability #affordableenergy #scarborough #onpoli
4 Apr 2026
Long-Term Care Across Scarborough Centre
Season 1, Episode 12 Long-Term Care Across Scarborough Centre Working for You takes listeners to Thursday April 2, 2026, to hear a Member’s Statement from MPP Smith about seniors and long-term care. MPP David Smith rose in the Legislative Assembly of Ontario to share the experiences of those working in our community’s long-term care facilities, including directors, PSWs and nurses – all of whom, under Ontario’s leadership of Premier Doug Ford, are doing a great job taking care of our seniors. In this Member’s Statement, MPP Smith shares his recent visits to several homes, including Wexford Residence, Alexis Lodge, Hellenic Home for the Aged, Kennedy Lodge Long-Term-Care and Bendale Acres Long-Term Care Home. “I’ve seen first-hand the dedication of staff who go above and beyond to ensure our seniors are treated with dignity, care and respect," explained MPP Smith. The entire Team of Scarborough Centre is grateful for all PSWs, nurses, and caregivers for the vital role they play in our community. #davidsmithmpp #mppdavidsmith #scarboroughcentre #protectontario #movingontarioforward #gettingitdone #workingforyou #ontariogovernment #queenspark #working4u #canadianleaders #premierford #seniors #longtermcare #scarborough #onpoli
2 Apr 2026
Public Safety Community Town Hall
Season 1, Episode 11 Scarborough Community Town Hall on Public Safety On April 1, 2026, MPP David Smith joined the entire Scarborough caucus of government MPPs at a Public Safety Town Hall hosted by Honourable Zee Hamid, MPP (Milton), Associate Solicitor General. Representing Scarborough-Rouge Park was Honourable Vijay Thanigasalam, Associate Minister of Mental Health and Addictions. MPP Aris Babikian represented the constituency of Scarborough-Agincourt and Honourable Raymond Cho, Minister of Seniors & Accessibility, joined from Scarborough North. All aspects of public safety were discussed, including bail reform, auto theft and retail theft. Audience members also heard more of these topics from representatives of the Ontario Provincial Police as well as the Scarborough divisions of the Toronto Police Service. MPP Smith emphasized during the meeting, “If you see something, say something – this is one of the most effective ways of ensuring greater public safety.” The event was held at the Royal Canadian Legion – Branch 13 – on Kingston Road in Scarborough, and featured a packed house of constituents and insightful questions. What made this event truly special was its emphasis on community – on Scarborough – and the increasing investments by the provincial government under Premier Ford the residents, schools and businesses in every neighbourhood and every corner of Scarborough. #davidsmithmpp #mppdavidsmith #scarboroughcentre #protectontario #movingontarioforward #gettingitdone #workingforyou #ontariogovernment #queenspark #working4u #canadianleaders #zeehamid #arisbabikian #raymondcho #vijaythanigasalam #scarborough #townhall
31 Jan 2026
Black History Month
Season 1, Episode 10 Black History Month Black History Month is here! And this annual month-long commemoration is one of the coolest and easiest ways to experience the profound and enduring contributions of Black Canadians. Black History Month is observed during the month of February each year. This special video episode features MPP David Smith helping to inaugurate Black History Month, and encouraging everyone to enjoy the history, music, arts, businesses and overall contributions to Canada by the many generations of Black Canadians. Come and visit us in Scarborough Centre or check out the online resources near the end of these shownotes. ........................................... Black history in Canada began with Mathieu da Costa, a multilingual interpreter of African descent who worked with Samuel de Champlain and Pierre Dugua, Sieur de Monts, in Acadia, whose job it was to assist French explorers. Early, large-scale settlements occurred later with Black Loyalists (1780s) and Underground Railroad refugees (1800s). Following the American Revolutionary War, over 3,000 Black Loyalists seeking freedom and land settled in Nova Scotia and New Brunswick. Many formerly enslaved people escaped to Canada for freedom after the War of 1812, forming communities in Ontario and the Maritimes. Learn more: Visit us in Scarborough Centre, home to Canada’s most culturally diverse community – including the many businesses and enterprises owned and operated by Black Canadians. Or check out the following online resources: Heritage Canada: https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/campaigns/black-history-month.html (https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/campaigns/black-history-month.html) Ontario Black History Society: https://blackhistorysociety.ca/ (https://blackhistorysociety.ca/) Black History Month Act, 2016 – Read the Statute: https://www.ontario.ca/laws/statute/16b01 (https://www.ontario.ca/laws/statute/16b01) #davidsmithmpp #mppdavidsmith #scarboroughcentre #protectontario #movingontarioforward #gettingitdone #workingforyou #blackhistory #blackhistorymonth #underbroundrailroad #ontariogovernment #blackloyalists #queenspark #blackcanadians #africancanadians #working4u #milestones #canadianleaders
18 Nov 2025
MPP David Smith Getting It Done With Premier Ford - Audio Newsletter - November 15, 2025
Episode 9 MPP David Smith Getting It Done with Premier Ford: November 15, 2025 Audio Version This episode features the spoken-word audio version of MPP's Smith's newsletter of November 15, 2025. In this episode: Remembrance Day Ceremonies in Scarborough Centre - Royal Canadian Legion Branch 617 Aspire for Higher's Success Stories and Role Models at the Skilled Trades Event in the Scarborough Civic Centre Visiting the leaders at the IBEW and ILEO Pathway Training Centre Connect4Life on inclusive opportunities during Skilled Trades Week Government of Ontario investments to combat hate crimes Government of Ontario boosting nursing in long-term care in our communities #davidsmithmpp #mppdavidsmith #scarboroughcentre #protectoontario #movingontarioforward #gettingitdone #workingforyou #legionbranch617 #royalcanadianlegion #remembranceday #pathwaytraining #skilledtrades #apprenticeships #aspireforhigher #connect4life #ontariogovernment #queenspark #nursing
17 Nov 2025
More Skilled Trades in Scarborough Centre - Conversations
Episode 8 More Skilled Trades in Scarborough Centre - Conversations This is the second of two episodes that feature a who's who of skilled trades representatives in Scarborough Centre. This second episode features the Toronto Paramedic Service, Magret Real Estate, Black Northern Initiative ,Toronto Community Living, the Carpenter’s Union, Computek College, Access Employment, Skills for Change and VYPA. These are the companies and organizations providing promising careers in skilled trades, right in Scarborough Centre. The audio clips were recorded live in the Rotunda of the Scarborough Civic Centre by Bimmy Babasola during Skilled Trades Week November 2025. #SkilledTradesWeek #ScarboroughCentre #Ontario #Jobs #Careers #Trades #Opportunity #Community #MPPDavidSmith #working4u #workingforyou #ontariopc # #MadeInOntario #MovingForward #ProtectOntario #BuildingOntario #davidsmithmpp #TorontoParamedicService #torontoems #blacknortherninitiative #carpenters #vypa #computeck #torontocommunityliving #skillsforchange #magretrealestate #accessemployment
17 Nov 2025
Your Skilled Trades in Scarborough Centre - Number 1
Episode 7 Your Skilled Trades in Scarborough Centre: Number 1 This interview compilation is the first of two episodes featuring representatives of the skilled trades, ranging from NDC and the Dream Legacy Foundation to Aspire for Higher, Black Arrow Construction and Music Marketing. These are the companies and organizations providing promising careers in skilled trades, right in Scarborough Centre. This episode also features the esteemed Obaid Noori, Queen’s Park Executive Assistant, reminding listeners about the importance and origin of Skilled Trades Week as an MPP David Smith initiative, as well as MPP Smith in conversation both in the first and final interviews of this episode. The audio clips were recorded live in the Rotunda of the Scarborough Civic Centre by Bimmy Babasola during Skilled Trades Week November 2025. #SkilledTradesWeek #ScarboroughCentre #Ontario #Jobs #Careers #Trades #Opportunity #Community #MPPDavidSmith #working4u #workingforyou #ontariopc # #MadeInOntario #MovingForward #ProtectOntario #BuildingOntario #davidsmithmpp #NDC #MusicMarketing #BlackArrowConstruction #AspireforHigher
10 Nov 2025
Member's Statement Retrospective: Jewel, Melania Smith & Connect4Life
Episode 6 Member’s Statement Retrospective: Jewel, Melania Smith & Connect4Life This retrospective episode of Member's Statements features MPP David Smith recognizing the work of three great community leaders: Jewel - a local manufacturer of EV battery chargers, Melania Smith - an award-winning entrepreneur whose efforts help support local food security, and Connect4Life - a disability charity that helps deliver community skills development. The Legislative Assembly of Ontario (informally known as Queen’s Park) is the provincial legislature where elected representatives, known as Members of Provincial Parliament (MPPs), debate and pass laws that affect all Ontarians – including measures to approve spending and create laws, as well as delivering Member’s Statements. This retrospective series in our program, Scarborough Centre - Working for You, highlights the work of MPP Smith in bringing attention to specific issues, organizations or events in Scarborough Centre. The three Member’s Statements by MPP Smith in this episode were taken from 2023 and 2024. They provide listeners and viewers with a glimpse into the workings of Queen’s Park – one of the many ways through which MPP David Smith and his team are always … Working for You! #SkilledTradesWeek #ScarboroughCentre #Ontario #Jobs #Careers #Trades #Opportunity #Community #MPPDavidSmith #working4u #workingforyou #ontariopc # #MadeInOntario #MovingForward #ProtectOntario #BuildingOntario #davidsmithmpp #jewel #melaniasmith #connect4life #membersstatements
8 Nov 2025
MPP Smith Reports from the Scarborough Civic Centre on the Success of Skilled Trades Week 2025
Episode 5 - Scarborough Centre - Working for You MPP Smith Reports from the Scarborough Civic Centre on the Success of Skilled Trades Week 2025 Scarborough, Ontario - Canada After Ontario's first legislated Skilled Trades Week, and following three full exciting days of presentations and networking, MPP David Smith shares with listeners how the three-day event turned out. An overwhelming success, says MPP Smith in this report from the Rotunda of the Scarborough Civic Centre on Friday November 5. In this episode MPP Smith also sends a special message of gratitude to the scores of exhibitors, students, presenters, volunteers and everyone whose efforts contributed to a productive and meaningful week-long event. The event was so successful that planning for Skilled Trades Week 2026 has already begun! And remember, in Scarborough Centre we're always Working for You! #skillledtradesweek #mppdavidsmith #davidsmithmpp #skilledtrades #scarboroughcentre #workingforyou #queen'spark #protectontario #davidpiccini #dougford #premierford #ministerpiccini #ontariolegislature #volunteers #careers
8 Nov 2025
MPP Member's Statement: Skilled Trades Week & Remembrance Day 2025
Episode 4 MPP Member's Statement on Skilled Trades Week and Remembrance Day 2025 November 5, 2025 This video episode was broadcast from the Legislative Assembly of Ontario on November 5, 2025. In this episode, MPP David Smith reports to Members on the success achieved after just one day of Skilled Trades Week 2025. Day 1 attracted a standing-room only crowd of vendors, exhibitors, colleges, training institutes, students and employers. MPP Smith also reminds all Ontarians of the upcoming observance of Remembrance Day, and of the everlasting importance of remembering those who served, those who continue to serve, and the sacrifices made for peace.
4 Nov 2025
Member's Statement Sampler: Scarborough Subway, Salvation Army & the Somali Community
Episode 3 Member’s Statement Sampler: Scarborough Subway, Salvation Army & the Somali Community A Special Video Episode The Legislative Assembly of Ontario (informally known as Queen’s Park) is the provincial legislature where elected representatives, known as Members of Provincial Parliament (MPPs), debate and pass laws that affect all Ontarians – including measures to approve spending and create laws, as well as to deliver Member’s Statements. This episode features three clips of MPP Smith delivering such Member’s Statements – each representing an opportunity to bring attention to a specific issue, organization or event in Scarborough Centre. These three Member’s Statements by MPP Smith, taken from 2023 and 2024, provide a glimpse into the workings of Queen’s Park – one of the many ways through which MPP David Smith and his team are always … Working for You! This episode also provides a small example of the many hard-working groups and individuals throughout Scarborough Centre. #SkilledTradesWeek #ScarboroughCentre #Ontario #Jobs #Careers #Trades #Opportunity #Community #MPPDavidSmith #working4u #workingforyou #ontariopc # #MadeInOntario #MovingForward #ProtectOntario #BuildingOntario #davidsmithmpp #scarboroughsubway #salvationarmy #somalicommunity #membersstatements
3 Nov 2025
A Community Update and Member's Statement by MPP David Smith - October 22, 2025
Episode 2 A Community Update and Member's Statement by MPP David Smith - October 22, 2025 This special video episode was broadcast in the Legislative Assembly of Ontario on October 22, 2025. In this episode, MPP David Smith delivers a Community Update about Scarborough Centre, including greetings about Diwali, recent news about the construction of the Scarborough Subway extension, and Skilled Trades Week. Remember, the Skilled Trades Week in our community will see MPP Smith and his team celebrating and promoting careers in the skilled trades during the first week of November 2025. When: November 3, 6 and 7. Where: Scarborough Civic Centre This is a free event, open to students, job seekers and employers. #davidsmithmpp #mppdavidsmith #scarboroughcentre #workingforyou #careers #buildingontario #community #ontariopolitics #queenspark #protectontario
29 Oct 2025
Skilled Trades Week & Trade Fair: Moving Ontario Forward
Episode 1 Skilled Trades Week & Trade Fair: Moving Ontario Forward The government of Premier Doug Ford has invested over $2 billion to strengthen skilled trades programs across Ontario. The future of our province is built by skilled hands. Under his leadership we were proud to pass Bill 117, officially recognizing the first week of November as Skilled Trades Week in Ontario, something we talk about more in detail in this episode. Also in this episode, MPP Smith and Minister David Piccini (Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development) provide listeners with important updates about Skilled Trades Week. Scarborough Centre Working for You! MPP David Smith and his team are proud to host Ontario’s first-ever Skilled Trades Week, beginning Monday, November 3, 2025, at the Scarborough Civic Centre. This week is all about Ontario moving forward. This event is FREE for all! Skilled Trades Fair Schedule: • Monday, November 3: 9 AM – 6 PM • Thursday, November 6: 1 PM – 6 PM • Friday, November 7: 9 AM – 6 PM Scarborough Civic Centre – 150 Borough Drive, Scarborough, ON M1P 4N6 This event welcomes students, job seekers, and new Canadians to explore rewarding careers in the skilled trades, while employers connect with future talent and help strengthen Ontario’s workforce. RSVP here: https://tinyurl.com/SkilledTradesWeekRSVP #SkilledTradesWeek #ScarboroughCentre #Ontario #Jobs #Careers #Trades #Opportunity #Community #MPPDavidSmith #working4u #workingforyou
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