
Chris Bittle
Liberal
Top Donors
Political contributions received
| Date | Donor | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-03-31 | Caro Lastewka | $300.00 |
| 2025-03-31 | Walter Lastewka | $300.00 |
Government Contracts
Contracts awarded to entities linked to this member, as identified through disclosed holdings and lobbying activity
| Organization | Contracts | Total Value |
|---|---|---|
| GENERAL MOTORS OF CANADA COMPANY | 78 | $17,652,344.41 |
| TELUS Corporation | 1 | $554,737.41 |
| Niagara College | 1 | $39,208.74 |
Lobbying Activity
Organizations that have lobbied this member, sorted by frequency
Recent Mentions
Updated 2026-07-26Recent news, social media, and press mentions
Chris Bittle’s official Facebook page identifies him as MP for St. Catharines and shares a brief status update.
The page lists Bittle as Member of Parliament for St. Catharines and includes a short political slogan-style post: “Canada Strong 🇨🇦.” No policy detail or new announcement is visible in the provided result, so the mention is best treated as a routine public profile update.
View source →Niagara Independent reported backlash over another Chris Bittle social-media exchange.
The article says Bittle attacked Conservative finance critic Pierre Poilievre for reposting a comment by Jordan Peterson. In the context of the provided snippet, the story frames the post as part of a recurring social-media dispute involving Bittle.
View source →The Globe and Mail reported that Chris Bittle sought an investigation into Poilievre campaign payments.
The Globe and Mail said Bittle asked the elections commissioner to examine whether Pierre Poilievre’s leadership campaign made legal payments that were lawful and appropriate. The report presents the move as a formal political challenge and does not include a resolution in the excerpt provided.
View source →CKTB reported Chris Bittle’s appointment to a federal environment and climate change role.
The report says Prime Minister Justin Trudeau appointed Bittle as Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Environment and Climate Change. It also notes his earlier service as Secretary to the Minister of Transport and Deputy Leader of the Government in the House of Commons.
View source →OpenParliament and Parliament records identify Chris Bittle as the Liberal MP for St. Catharines.
OpenParliament and the House of Commons member page both confirm his riding and parliamentary role. These are background public references rather than time-sensitive news, but they support identification of the same public figure mentioned in the week’s reports.
View source →St. Catharines MP Chris Bittle comments on Justin Trudeau's resignation announcement
In an interview with CKTB's 'The Drive,' Bittle told host Walter Sendzik that Trudeau's resignation announcement seemed inevitable over the preceding week. Bittle, the MP for St. Catharines, provided his perspective on the political shift without expressing strong emotion.
View source →MPs, including Chris Bittle, describe receiving death threats as panic buttons are issued
Liberal MP Chris Bittle reported receiving approximately 20 death threats, which he has forwarded to police, while discussing safety fears as MPs are issued panic buttons. Bittle did not confirm if he personally carries a panic button but noted that some convictions have resulted from the threats.
View source →Chris Bittle faces charges of witness intimidation and bullying during Bill C-11 hearings
Parliamentary Secretary Chris Bittle was accused of witness intimidation and bullying by government MPs during hearings on Bill C-11, alongside previous controversy over a tweet implying a professor was racist.
View source →Liberal MP Chris Bittle apologizes for tweet implying professor was racist.
Chris Bittle, a Liberal MP, apologized for implying that University of Ottawa professor Michael Geist was racist during a Twitter dispute. The tweet stemmed from an argument about funding for an anti-racism project at the Community Media Advocacy Centre. Bittle posted the apology on Friday and deleted the original tweet, stating he holds himself to a higher standard.[1]
View source →Instagram post criticizes Chris Bittle for belittling opposing views.
An Instagram reel criticizes Chris Bittle, suggesting he is sent in by the Liberals to belittle opposing views when they know they have lost on a file. The post questions the government's reasoning on a specific issue. The content is from a critical perspective regarding Bittle's political tactics.[2]
View source →Chris Bittle responds to allegations of violence in House of Commons.
Chris Bittle addressed allegations that violence occurred on the floor of the House of Commons, explaining that the Speaker called his name faster than expected and a colleague was standing in front of him. He clarified that the incident was not violent but a misunderstanding of the situation. The post was made on his Facebook page.[7]
View source →Instagram post shows Chris Bittle at Canadian Coast Guard announcement.
Chris Bittle attended a Canadian Coast Guard announcement in Niagara, alongside Public Safety Minister Gary Anandasangaree. The event was described as a pleasurable occasion for the MP. The post highlights Bittle's involvement in local public safety initiatives.[5]
View source →Chris Bittle gave a televised federal government update on Niagara Matters.
A January 29, 2026 segment on YourTV Niagara featured St. Catharines MP Chris Bittle discussing a federal government update with Darren Sawyer on Niagara Matters. The clip appears to be a recent public media appearance rather than a formal policy release.
View source →Chris Bittle’s parliamentary news page highlighted federal tourism funding in Niagara.
Chris Bittle’s official news page shows a recent item announcing federal funding to boost tourism in Niagara. The post presents the government’s support for local tourism businesses and organizations as an ongoing priority.
View source →Chris Bittle was cited in commentary on parliamentary and policy debate.
A Michael Geist archive page includes references to Chris Bittle in discussion around parliamentary controversy and commentary. The mention is not a direct news story from the MP but is a public mention tied to ongoing policy debate.
View source →Public Disclosures
Financial and ethics disclosures filed with the registry
Liabilities
Mortgage with First National
Summary Statement
Obligation to provide a confidential report has been met and all initial reporting and compliance measures have been taken to comply with the Conflict of Interest Act.
Contact Information
1-61 Geneva street St. Catharines, Ontario L2M 4M6