Mr. Speaker, this week, women around the world will be celebrating their international day. This year's theme is, “Strong Women, Strong World”.
We will remember the pioneering Canadian women whose determination made it possible for women to be recognized as people.
Nevertheless, let us not forget that a Canadian woman today earns just 71¢ for every dollar a Canadian man earns.
Let us not forget that this Conservative government eliminated the court challenges program, which helped women.
Let us not forget that this Conservative government abolished the law commission.
Let us not forget that this Conservative government cut 12 of the 16 Status of Women Canada regional offices.
We salute Canadian women and call on this government not to make any more decisions that will hinder their progress.