Mr. Speaker, some families are suffering more than others because of the government's high tax policies.
The tax assault on stay at home parents is particularly odious. Currently there is little to no tax recognition given to the value of staying home to care for one's children instead of putting one's kids in day care. Homemakers are becoming increasingly frustrated and are beginning to take action.
Calgary homemaker Beverley Smith has lobbied Canadian officials for two decades for equitable tax treatment but has had little success with unresponsive Liberal and Tory governments. She has now taken her complaint all the way to the United Nations.
On behalf of all Canadian homemakers Beverley will complete her submission to the UN Commission on the Status of Women, pointing out 11 areas under which Canada discriminates against homemakers.
Ms. Smith points out that others can deduct child care expenses but homemakers cannot. She has a strong case. Homemakers call on the government to stop—