Join Janette Burke on Janette's TV Podcast as she talks with Laura Smith, MPP for Thornhill, about her longstanding support of the Vaughan International Film Festival (VFF) and the important role arts, culture, film, and community events play in enriching lives and strengthening communities. In this insightful conversation, Laura shares why supporting the arts matters, how organizations like VFF help showcase emerging talent, and the impact creative industries have on Vaughan and beyond. Whether you're passionate about film, community building, education, culture, or supporting local artists, this conversation highlights why investing in the arts continues to matter. In This Episode: ✔ Laura Smith's connection to VFF ✔ The importance of arts and culture in our communities ✔ Supporting emerging filmmakers and creative talent ✔ The impact of festivals and cultural events ✔ Why the arts continue to matter in Vaughan and Ontario Connect with Laura Smith 🌐 Website: Laura Smith MPP Website 📸 Instagram: @laurasmithmpp on Instagram 📘 Facebook: Laura Smith MPP on Facebook 💼 LinkedIn: Laura Smith on LinkedIn 📧 Email: Laura.Smith@pc.ola.org 📍 Constituency Office: 1136 Centre Street, Unit 4 Thornhill, ON L4J 3M8 ☎️ 905-731-1178 Laura was first elected as MPP for Thornhill in 2022 and re-elected in 2025. She currently serves as Parliamentary Assistant to Ontario's Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing. "Connect with Janette Burke" 🌐 Website: Janette Burke Official Website 📧 Bookings: bookings@janetteburke.com 🎥 YouTube: Janette's TV Podcast YouTube Channel 🎙 Podcast: Janette's TV Podcast on Buzzsprout 📸 Instagram: Janette Burke Instagram 📘 Facebook: Janette Burke Productions Facebook 💼 LinkedIn: Janette Burke LinkedIn Connect with Janette Burke Website: www.janetteburke.com YouTube: @JanettesTVPodcast Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/813170 Instagram: @janetteburke Facebook: Janette Burke Productions LinkedIn: Janette Burke X/Twitter: @JanetteBurke Shop merch: https://www.janetteburke.com/shop