Business of Supply  Madam Chair, the minister has identified increasing investments in Canada's small craft harbours as a top priority. However, year after year, freshwater fishers continue to wait for improvements to their local harbour authorities. In fact, in the last two years, there have been z

Broadcasting Act  Mr. Speaker, what happens if companies like Netflix cannot comply with the new regulations? An organization like Netflix would have to make a decision between cutting the service or complying with the new regulations. What does the member think Netflix should do? Take the company

Broadcasting Act  Mr. Speaker, how will the bill ensure that online producers of content produce content in both official languages?

Business of Supply  Mr. Speaker, earlier this morning, the minister stated that if Canadians noticed any type of interference from the Chinese government, they should go to the RCMP and report it immediately and the RCMP would take action. In his speech, the member said that the RCMP was asking to b

Business of Supply  Mr. Speaker, I have a question on the Five Eyes and the interaction with the Canadian federal government. Does the member think that the government should take action quicker than within 30 days? The member talked back and forth about whether it is too soon or too late. If he c

Agriculture and Agri-Food  Mr. Speaker, more than ever Canadians appreciate how essential farmers are. In the time of need, farmers stepped up to feed Canadians and made sure our grocery store shelves were fully stocked. Earlier this month, the opposition secured relief for small businesses that are burde

Telecommunications  Mr. Speaker, this year, 82 emergency weather alerts were issued in my constituency, the highest in our country. May of these alerts were issued due to catastrophic flooding and devastating tornadoes. Thanks to the Liberal government's inaction on rural connectivity, many of my co

Telecommunications  Madam Speaker, the government promised to connect rural Canadians. Earlier this year I sent out a survey to analyze cellular service in my constituency. An alarming 92% of households stated that they are dissatisfied with cellular service. Clearly the plan is not working. Can th

Criminal Code  Mr. Speaker, the member across the way mentioned rural Canada and access to doctors, and that certain doctors would review the 90-day circumstances for preconsent. What happens if someone cannot get access to that kind of doctor to prescribe on a particular disease on preconsent?

COVID-19 Community Response  Mr. Speaker, I rise to thank and recognize the constituents of Dauphin—Swan River—Neepawa for their extraordinary response to the challenges of COVID-19. As I have said before, it is an honour and a privilege to represent them in the House each and every day. This was further pro

Telecommunications  Mr. Speaker, millions of rural Canadians do not have access to quality cellphone service. This is an urgent matter of public safety. Earlier this year, destructive flooding and tornadoes threatened my constituents, most notably in the communities of Minnedosa, Rapid City, Rivers

Indigenous Affairs  Mr. Speaker, millions of rural Canadians do not have access to quality Internet services. This means a lack of opportunity for personal and economic growth. However, two weeks ago, the Liberal government pulled the plug on a $55-million contract to bring Internet services to indi

Questions Passed as Orders for Returns  With regard to government contracts valued between $24,000.00 and $24,999.99, signed since January 1, 2016, and broken down by department, agency, Crown corporation or other government entity: (a) what is the total value of all such contracts; and (b) what are the details of all

Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement Implementation Act  Madam Speaker, I have a couple of questions about the environment and transboundary access for water control. The member said many things were established with respect to the environment. How do we control the air that goes across the border and the water that flows across the bo

Agriculture and Agri-Food  Madam Speaker, spring is supposed to be a time of hope and renewal for Canadian farmers. Unfortunately, our railways have been shackled by the government due to the lack of action in removing illegal blockades. Farmers are about to experience payment deadlines from creditors next