Mr. Speaker, the month of June is National Seniors Month. This provides Canadians from all over the country an excellent opportunity to pause and reflect upon the numerous contributions that our seniors have made to society.
I find it unfortunate that the Liberal government does not want to recognize our seniors. Through its actions the Liberal government is ignoring the needs of seniors and throwing their rights away.
Cuts to health care, the high cost of prescription medication and other cuts to the services seniors depend on are making day to day life very difficult.
Seniors are also being hit economically. They have to rely on a pension system which is not reliable. They also have been penalized by the old age security clawback.
After living through the depression years and sacrificing their children to war, why is this the thanks they get?
I sincerely hope that in recognition of National Seniors Month the government uses the opportunity it now has to improve the lives of our seniors.