Labour  Mr. Speaker, our government is committed to keeping workplaces safe, fair and productive for Canadians. I want to be very clear. With respect to employees who believe that their rights under the Canada Labour Code have been violated, they should bring that matter forward to the Canada labour program.

Economic Action Plan 2014 Act, No. 2  Mr. Speaker, I am part of this government because this government supports well-paying jobs for all Canadians, including women. Let us be clear. In economic action plan 2014, for the first time ever in Canadian history, unlike what an NDP government would do and unlike what the Liberals have done in the past across all provinces, Status of Women Canada announced support specifically for women entrepreneurs, making sure that they can start their own businesses, be mentored and championed, and have great opportunities.

Economic Action Plan 2014 Act, No. 2  Mr. Speaker, first, this government has created 1.1 million net new jobs since the downturn of the recession. The Liberal Party does not support that job creation plan. Second, I want to be clear on EI. Our new small business tax credit would help create jobs. It would infuse into small businesses across the country the opportunity to hire more Canadians.

Economic Action Plan 2014 Act, No. 2  Mr. Speaker, our Conservative government has focused on what matters to Canadians: job creation, economic growth and Canada's long-term prosperity. Canada's economy has had one of the best economic performances in the G7 for a few years now, during both the global recession and the recovery.

Canada-Korea Economic Growth and Prosperity Act  Mr. Speaker, I have to say the one great thing about this agreement is that the increase in exports would be upward of 32%. That is about a $1.7 billion investment in Canada annually. The other important part is the removal of duties. Essentially 98% of them would be removed on the different services that will be moving back and forth.

Military Contribution Against ISIL  Mr. Speaker, I do not think many Canadians have not seen this extreme level of violence. We may not have a complete comprehension of what it means, whether it be women being sold into slavery or these heinous acts, including rape and killings, that are taking place against women.

Aboriginal Affairs  Mr. Speaker, unlike the opposition, we are not waiting. We are moving forward with an action plan to make sure that these victims of crime are actually defended. Now is the time to act. Now is the time that our government is acting. Unlike the NDP who want to propose yet another study, we already have 40.

Aboriginal Affairs  Mr. Speaker, the Prime Minister has acted. We have moved forward with a national action plan to make sure that these victims of crime are being supported, protected, and we are putting in place preventive measures. Unlike the Liberals who vote against matrimonial property rights and those unique things that aid these women, we are focused on making sure that these victims of crimes are supported.

Canada-Korea Economic Growth and Prosperity Act  Mr. Speaker, I want to be very clear. We have been very focused as a government on being responsible with regard to resource development. I can speak as someone who comes from one of those northern communities where significant mining takes place: Fort McMurray, Alberta. What those companies have done to reclaim land, make sure that it is reforested, and make sure that the wood buffalo are thriving throughout Alberta is commendable.

Canada-Korea Economic Growth and Prosperity Act  Mr. Speaker, one of the most important criteria to be focused on is how many jobs will be created for Canadians. The Canada-Korea free trade agreement is focused on making sure that we increase our exports by 32%, which would boost the Canadian economy because of the $1.7 billion annual increase.

Canada-Korea Economic Growth and Prosperity Act  Mr. Speaker, evidence alone suggests that whether it be the export manufacturers here in Canada or the Canadian auto companies and their support for this free trade agreement, the total package of outcomes and tools for the Canada-Korea free trade agreement are as good if not better in many cases than those that have been negotiated with the EU and the United States.

Canada-Korea Economic Growth and Prosperity Act  Mr. Speaker, there is a saying among economists that “a rising tide lifts all boats”. Canada is certainly on the rising tide, and we believe that everyone in our country will see their fortunes rise. Hundreds of major resource projects are scheduled to begin over the next decade.

Status of Women  Mr. Speaker, that statement is categorically false. In fact, this morning I met with Michèle Audette in my office, where we talked about exactly what the Native Women's Association would like to do and how it would like to contribute to our action plan to ensure that those victims of crime, those aboriginal women and their families need to be supported.

Aboriginal Affairs  Mr. Speaker, what I would like to put very clearly is that we have acted and the NDP has not. We are moving forward. Let me quote the National Association of Friendship Centres. Violence against Aboriginal women and girls is completely unacceptable, and we all have a role to play in ensuring the safety, health and wellness of our communities.

Aboriginal Affairs  Mr. Speaker, as I have said in this House before, we are acting. Unlike the NDP, unlike the opposition, which would rather hide behind a bunch of lawyers, this government is taking action to ensure we are focused on what aboriginal women and their families have asked for. Having toured across the country and spoken to those families in confidence, we are moving forward with a plan that supports them, that puts in place preventative measures, and also that ensures we are protecting them.