Mr. Speaker, not in the least. Our program provides parental leave to all Canadians, Quebecers included.
There is nothing stopping other provinces from paying out amounts based on the solid platform set out in the employment insurance program.
In the House of Commons on May 9th, 2001. See this statement in context.
Parental LeaveOral Question Period
May 9th, 2001 / 2:50 p.m.
Brant Ontario
Liberal
Jane Stewart LiberalMinister of Human Resources Development
Mr. Speaker, not in the least. Our program provides parental leave to all Canadians, Quebecers included.
There is nothing stopping other provinces from paying out amounts based on the solid platform set out in the employment insurance program.
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