Heather McPherson on COVID-19 Pandemic and Other Matters

In the House of Commons on July 22nd, 2020. See this statement in context.

COVID-19 Pandemic and Other MattersGovernment Orders

July 22nd, 2020 / 1:10 p.m.

NDP

Heather McPherson NDP Edmonton Strathcona, AB

Madam Chair, I will be splitting my time with the member for Vancouver Kingsway.

Child care is essential for restarting our economy. Women have been the hardest hit by COVID-19, and they are the ones who will bear the greatest burden when it comes to child and family care. Any economic recovery must include a rigorous child care plan.

Will the government help women get back to work by committing to invest $2.5 billion in child care this year?

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