Oral question period started early today.
Lost his last election, in 2004, with 39% of the vote.
Civil Air Navigation Services Commercialization Act June 4th, 1996
Oral question period started early today.
Petitions June 3rd, 1996
Mr. Speaker, I also have two petitions similar to those presented by the hon. member for Lachine-Lac-Saint-Louis.
The first one is 201 pages long, while the second one has two pages.
It asks Parliament that the necessary measures to guarantee that our properties and territories will remain within Canadian Confederation and make its intention to do so known to the PQ government prior to a unilateral declaration of independence and/or the next referendum on separation.
I would like to take the opportunity to thank the hundreds of people that went through snow and other elements to gather this petition and thank them for their support in trying to keep our country united.
Canadian Security Intelligence Service May 28th, 1996
Mr. Speaker, I think the person who is confused here is the hon. member because the two members he is questioning regarding the firebombing in Toronto are not the two that are related.
In any event, if any person in this country is here acting illegally appropriate actions will be taken.
Canadian Security Intelligence Service May 28th, 1996
Mr. Speaker, as the House is aware, the Canadian government has undertaken a review of the two individuals alleged to be with the Russian security service operating under false identities.
These people are under investigation by the appropriate authorities. Under the Immigration Act there are proceedings underway that will determine whether they should be deported.
As this case is before the courts, and I believe the hearings will be tomorrow, it would be imprudent for me to make any further comments on the case.
Government Of Quebec May 27th, 1996
Mr. Speaker, the people of Quebec are increasingly concerned about the PQ government's recent policies relating to the collection of money owed to the government.
The many mechanisms and procedures recently announced by PQ ministers and members in order to quash the underground economy and stop tax evasion clearly show that, to the PQ government, all taxpayers are potential cheats.
Because of their obsession with the underground economy and with tax evasion, the separatist ministers are taking steps that seriously undermine the basic principles of privacy and confidentiality prevailing in this country.
The men and women of Quebec are honest citizens who deserve greater respect and regard than the kind of inquisition regime the PQ is trying to set up in Quebec.
Corrections Canada May 17th, 1996
Mr. Speaker, we assumed responsibility immediately. We took almost 14 concrete measures, which included $400,000 of renovations. We made important improvements to assure that security would be addressed which included enhanced surveillance.
We are looking at a review of all the incidents which have occurred over the past several months to ensure the safety of people in the region is addressed before we open the other two centres. I believe that is very responsible action.
Corrections Canada May 17th, 1996
Mr. Speaker, I am touched by the rhetoric that goes on week after week. Shutting the place down will not solve the problem.
It has to be recognized that female inmates need special treatment, which is what has been done. There were two task forces in 1989 as well as the Arbour commission which stipulated that women's needs in terms of incarceration have to be looked at.
I agree the incidents which occurred in Edmonton were sad and deplorable. It is an underlying situation which is more symptomatic of the special needs of women. Often the histories of incarcerated women reveal abuse, for example, in early childhood. As a result, we are heeding the recommendation of the task force. We are opening five regional centres to better serve their needs.
One centre has had problems, while the other two have not. I would point that out to the member. Truro and Maple Creek, Saskatchewan have not had any problems.
Parti Quebecois May 17th, 1996
Mr. Speaker, the only thing on the rise in the PQ's argumentation these days is the level of abuse they have been trying to outdo one another in hurling.
After Bernard Landry, who, the day before yesterday, described our government's behaviour as more authoritarian, intolerant and closed-minded than that of the former totalitarian communist governments, now we have the ever subtle Jacques Brassard.
At a press conference yesterday, Mr. Brassard called the federal government's latest initiatives a campaign of political terrorism. Moreover, he accused our Prime Minister of throwing his weight around in front of Quebecers.
It is a well known fact that using insult as a weapon is a sign of weakness. Judging by the imposing arsenal Quebec's separatists are building up, we are forced to conclude that they do not have much confidence in their cause.
Supply May 16th, 1996
Answer the question.
Supply May 16th, 1996
You should thank my son.