Canadian Environmental Bill of Rights  Mr. Speaker, I rise in the House today to speak to a private member's bill, Bill C-219, the Canadian environmental bill of rights, brought forward by the member of Parliament for South Okanagan—West Kootenay. Before I speak to the bill, I would like to take this opportunity to recognize former MP Linda Duncan for her important work on this bill in previous Parliaments.

Green Canada  Mr. Speaker, our government is committed to building a green Canada. Security, prosperity and health go hand in hand with a safe environment. Every Canadian deserves clean air, clean water and protection from extreme weather events. Now is the time to develop a clean, prosperous and sustainable economy for us, our children and our grandchildren.

Health  Mr. Speaker, COVID‑19 has proven how important it is to prepare for pandemics. Vaccinations are one of the most effective tools we have to help protect public health from COVID‑19 in general and to prevent severe forms of the illness. Can the Minister of Health tell the House about his visit to the new Moderna factory in Laval and its impact on Canadians?

World Artistic Gymnastics Championships  Mr. Speaker, our Canadian gymnasts performed exceptionally well at the World Artistic Gymnastics Championships. René Cournoyer, Félix Dolci, William Émard, Jayson Rampersad and Zachary Clay possess boundless determination, breathtaking talent and a tenacity that is propelling them to the top.

Brain Cancer Awareness Day  Mr. Speaker, October 24 marks Brain Cancer Awareness Day in Canada. Thanks to the Hats for Hope campaign, this date has become a symbol of solidarity in response to this devastating disease. Every day is a struggle for patients, but support and hope grow every year. Tomorrow, let us wear a toque or hoodie, take a photo, share it on social media and be a bearer of hope.

National Newspaper Week  Mr. Speaker, congratulations on being elected. Esteemed colleagues, this being National Newspaper Week, I would like to speak about Stéphane St-Amour's career at Courrier Laval. He contributed to this newspaper for 40 years despite the challenges he faced. Stéphane began as an arts and business reporter and went on to cover municipal politics in Laval.

Committees of the House  Madam Speaker, I have the honour to present, in both official languages, the two following reports of the Standing Joint Committee on the Library of Parliament, entitled “Quorum and Mandate of the Committee” and “Certificate of Nomination of Heather P. Lank to the Position of Parliamentary Librarian”.

Canada Early Learning and Child Care Act  Madam Speaker, earlier in her speech, my colleague mentioned that the previous government was giving out credits and that this government is giving out cheques. Can she elaborate on that? What are the advantages and disadvantages?

Pierre Elliott Trudeau School  Mr. Speaker, loyalty and continuity of service are becoming very rare qualities these days. That is why I would like to commend the six teachers and educators who have dedicated 25 years of service to the Pierre Elliott Trudeau School. The school's warm, family-like atmosphere helps our youth develop and grow.

Raising of Italian Flag  Mr. Speaker, Canada and Italy have been partners and loyal friends for more than 75 years. In this spirit of deep friendship founded on common values and in honour of the Festa della Repubblica, every member is invited to the raising of the Italian flag in front of the Centennial Flame tomorrow morning at 9 a.m.

Canada Early Learning and Child Care Act  Get rid of it.

Festa della Repubblica  Mr. Speaker, on June 2, Italians celebrate Festa della Repubblica. This festival marks the victory of democracy and the will of the people over autocracy and oppression. With peace in Europe undermined by the invasion of Ukraine, we must cherish and remember to commemorate these types of victories.

National Nursing Week  Madam Speaker, this is National Nursing Week, and I want to express my heartfelt gratitude and appreciation for the incredible work that nurses do every day. They are unsung heroes who work tirelessly to care for, comfort and support those who need it. Our lives are vastly improved by the dedication, compassion and expertise of Michelle, Nicole, Johanne, Kathy, Jay, Hassan, Karim, Frantz and all nurses, particularly those at the Cité-de-la-Santé hospital in Laval.

Liam Schmidt  Mr. Speaker, I would like to highlight the performance of our Laval athletes at the 56th Quebec Games finals, which were held from March 3 to March 11 in Rivière‑du‑Loup. They won eight gold, six silver and 11 bronze medals. They make us proud. The performance of young Liam Schmidt from Alfred-Pellan deserves special recognition.

International Women's Day  Mr. Speaker, today is International Women's Day. I would like to take a moment to recognize the woman with whom I have shared my life for the past 29 years. I thank her for being who she is and for allowing me to be the man that I am. I believe that every day is International Women's Day.