What are you talking about? You've got to be kidding me.
House of Commons photoWon his last election, in 2019, with 40% of the vote.
Business of Supply October 17th, 2017
What are you talking about? You've got to be kidding me.
Business of Supply October 17th, 2017
The finance minister is exempt.
Business of Supply October 17th, 2017
That's pathetic.
Business of Supply October 17th, 2017
Mr. Speaker, my colleague is a good friend. We serve together on the finance committee. At the end of his speech, he alludes to the facts. The facts are that all of us as parliamentarians have to disclose what we have as assets. The facts are that there are rules around ministerial accountability on this issue. The facts are that the minister, unlike others in the House, has decided not to disclose what he did for two years and he has been found out. Those are the facts.
I would ask the member, who I believe has personal integrity at his heart, to account for the fact that the finance minister has not abided by the ministerial rules and his mandate letter, which said he would be beyond reproach as far as any perception of such things.
Veterans Affairs October 16th, 2017
Mr. Speaker, my question is for the Minister of Veterans Affairs.
Late last Friday the minister quietly announced that he was severely cutting the number of wreaths to be distributed for Remembrance Day ceremonies. With all of the extravagant and unnecessary spending that the government is involved in, why is it that commemorations to honour the sacrifice of Canadian veterans are the first things to get cut?
What was the minister thinking when he signed off on this shameful idea?
Taxation September 20th, 2017
Shell owners on Bay Street.
Taxation September 20th, 2017
Seventy-three per cent fair.
Taxation September 19th, 2017
How about a small company?
Achievements in Brantford—Brant September 19th, 2017
Mr. Speaker, this summer Brant MPP and speaker of the Ontario legislature Dave Levac and I commemorated Canada’s 150th by recognizing 150 outstanding individuals from the communities of Brantford, Brant, the Six Nations of the Grand River Territory, and the Mississaugas of the New Credit First Nation.
The recipients were nominated by their fellow citizens in recognition and appreciation for their significant contributions to their communities, province, and country in the following categories: agriculture; arts, culture and heritage; caregiving; community building; educators; entrepreneurs; faith in action; first responders; good neighbours; Legions; ladies and youth auxiliaries; seniors; youth and students; service clubs; and sports and recreation.
It is my sincere hope that the recipients who received the awards know how truly grateful we are for their hard work, dedication, energy, and passion. I congratulate them all.
Questions Passed as Orders for Returns September 18th, 2017
With regard to materials prepared for ministers since April 10, 2017: for every briefing document, memorandum or docket prepared, what is the (i) date, (ii) title or subject matter, (iii) department's internal tracking number, (iv) recipient?