Mr. Speaker, November is Diabetes Awareness Month. It is a time to reflect on the millions of Canadians who are living with diabetes.
Last week, I hosted my fifth annual diabetes flag-raising at Brampton City Hall.
I also represented Canada at the PDGN Global Parliamentary Advocacy Forum on diabetes, showcasing Canada's leadership in diabetes in global health.
Universal access to diabetes care is very important. Progress was made after the passing of my private member's bill to establish the national framework for diabetes in 2021. However, there is more to do. We need to ensure that all provinces and territories join the national pharmacare plan to make essential diabetes medication free. Together, let us continue working hard to extinguish the flame burning outside Sir Frederick Banting's Banting House and achieve a world free of diabetes.