International Development  Mr. Speaker, in May 2016, the Minister of International Development and La Francophonie launched an ambitious consultation process to revamp Canada's international aid policy. During this process, 270 consultations involving 15,000 people were held in 65 countries, including Canada.

Alfred-Pellan  Mr. Speaker, Alfred-Pellan is bursting with talented people who do amazing things every day. Today I would like to share some of their achievements in several different categories: Chloé Panetta in figure skating; Anne-Sophie Gagnon-Métellus, a young singer who participated in a show called Virtuose; and Jessica Delnegro, in equestrian events.

Italian Heritage Month  Mr. Speaker, June 1 marks the beginning of Italian Heritage Month. On this special occasion, I want to recognize the Italian Canadian community in Alfred-Pellan and across the country. Our parents came to this land with nothing but their strong will and rich values, and they managed to build a respectable place for the community.

Infrastructure  Mr. Speaker, Laval is one of the most innovative cites in Canada with strong and dynamic technology, science, digital, and aerospace industries. Laval has several interesting projects on the go in an effort to define itself as a smart, green, and forward-looking city. How could the smart cities challenge encourage our cities to adopt innovative approaches to urban development and infrastructure that will improve quality of life?

Italian Heritage Month  Mr. Speaker, [Member spoke in Italian]. [English] First, I would like to thank my colleague, the member for King—Vaughan, for putting forward this motion. The recognition of the Italian community and heritage in Canada is dear to my heart as a Canadian Italian. I am grateful for her dedicated work on this motion.

Community Support in Laval  Mr. Speaker, like many cities in Quebec, Laval has been hard hit by the flooding. At this difficult time, I have seen people come together to work on various community initiatives, such as building makeshift breakwaters and organizing aid for flood victims. I want to say how proud I am to represent the people of Alfred-Pellan and Laval, who are standing in solidarity with their neighbours.

Budget Implementation Act, 2017, No. 1  Mr. Speaker, I thank my colleague for her question. Our infrastructure program is very ambitious and modern. We have created programs for public transit, rural and northern communities, social infrastructure, and many other things. Our program also targets infrastructure relating to trade and transportation, a very important issue for Canada and for the regions.

Budget Implementation Act, 2017, No. 1  Mr. Speaker, I thank my colleague for her question. Our government presented a budget that builds on last year's budget. Our measures will improve the quality of life of middle-class Canadians and put more money in their pockets by creating jobs and a a fairer tax system through measures linked to innovation and training.

Budget Implementation Act, 2017, No. 1  Mr. Speaker, I would like to wish my wife, Rana, a happy wedding anniversary. I am pleased and proud today to speak to budget 2017, which is the logical follow-up to last year's budget. It includes targeted measures to help the middle class deal with everyday challenges, to lighten the tax burden for those who need more money in their pockets, to create good jobs, to allow young people to have the career of their dreams without being stopped by the financial stress, and to allow families to take care of a sick family member.

Transportation  Mr. Speaker, one sector that is particularly important to my constituents in Alfred-Pellan is the burgeoning electric vehicle industry. My constituents want to contribute to reducing emissions and protecting future generations. Can the Minister of Transport tell Canadians how he plans to make it even easier to use electric vehicles across the country?

The Budget  Mr. Speaker, I would like to ask my colleague a question. Access to the Internet and digital technology remains a problem in Canada. Does the budget provide for initiatives to improve the situation?

International Women's Day  Mr. Speaker, on this International Women's Day we are standing up for “equality without limits”. I want to commend my female colleagues in the House of Commons on their dedication to public service. I also want to acknowledge my assistants and all women who work on the Hill, not to mention the women in my life: my mother, my sisters, and my wife, and especially the volunteers in Alfred-Pellan.

Controlled Drugs and Substances Act  Madam Speaker, I thank my colleague for her speech on this important bill. The government is taking the necessary steps to respond to the fentanyl overdose crisis across the country. I think my colleague would agree that our government bases its decisions on facts, science, and sound evidence.

Laval Centre for Social Integration and Cohesion  Mr. Speaker, the Centre lavallois pour l'intégration et la cohésion sociale will be holding a conference on February 25 to mark the first anniversary of the arrival of Syrian refugees. I am very pleased to be attending this event, which will allow stakeholders and citizens to assess and analyze the work accomplished.

Canada-European Union Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement Implementation Act  Mr. Speaker, I am trying to understand the NDP's position, which is fairly unclear. Why are they against an agreement that will allow free trade with the European Union? Does the NDP not want Canadian businesses to be able to boost their sales and create jobs?