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Autism Awareness Month Mr. Speaker, I rise in the House today to recognize October as autism awareness month. As a nation, we have made great strides in our knowledge of the autism spectrum, and much of that success is due to the efforts of organizations like the Société de l'autisme et des TED de Lav
October 20th, 2022House debate
Annie KoutrakisLiberal
Moderna Vaccine Manufacturing Plant Mr. Speaker, I rise today about the great news that Moderna will set up its first vaccine manufacturing plant outside the United States in my riding of Vimy. As we all know, Moderna manufactures one of the two vaccines that have helped ensure Canadians' safety during the COVID‑1
October 4th, 2022House debate
Annie KoutrakisLiberal
Independence of the Republic of Cyprus Mr. Speaker, I am honoured to rise in the House today to celebrate the 62nd anniversary of the independence of the Republic of Cyprus, which is October 1. Canada and Cyprus have maintained a historic relationship since 1960. Our two countries have developed a strong partnership
September 29th, 2022House debate
Annie KoutrakisLiberal
End of the School Year in Vimy Mr. Speaker, students in Vimy and across Canada will be finishing their school year in the next few days. I still remember how stressful and exciting June was, what with exams, graduation ceremonies, prom and the start of summer vacation. I am proud of the dedicated teachers and
June 14th, 2022House debate
Annie KoutrakisLiberal
Airline Industry Madam Speaker, as I have said several times throughout the last couple of days, we understand how frustrating it is for Canadians to experience long lines and delays at airports. This is clearly not a staffing issue alone. CATSA is at 90% of prepandemic staffing levels, while tra
May 20th, 2022House debate
Annie KoutrakisLiberal
Health Madam Speaker, we know that Canadians are tired, but ignoring COVID-19 will not make it go away. We understand how frustrating it is for Canadians to experience long lines and delays at airports. Canadians can rest assured that we are working to resolve this issue as quickly as
May 20th, 2022House debate
Annie KoutrakisLiberal
Airline Industry Mr. Speaker, we understand how frustrating it is for Canadians to experience long lines and delays at airports. Canadians can rest assured that we are working to resolve this issue as quickly as possible. As I said earlier in the House today, we have hired approximately 400 new s
May 19th, 2022House debate
Annie KoutrakisLiberal
Business of Supply Madam Speaker, I know my colleague was dissatisfied with my response to his previous question about reviewing public health measures at airports. I would like to clarify that a review of measures is ongoing and constant. Health Canada is always reassessing the latest public healt
May 19th, 2022House debate
Annie KoutrakisLiberal
Business of Supply Mr. Speaker, I would like to reiterate that ultimately each country is responsible for the safety and security of its own people. They have their own public health experts that provide them with information. We have our own public health professionals who are world-renowned scien
May 19th, 2022House debate
Annie KoutrakisLiberal
Business of Supply Mr. Speaker, I thank my colleague for this important question. Our government is always ready to work with all parties in the House to come up with solutions and reach compromises. We are always ready and willing to work together. I would therefore invite my colleague to contact
May 19th, 2022House debate
Annie KoutrakisLiberal
Business of Supply Mr. Speaker, as we have said numerous times, this is an evolving situation. We follow the guidelines of public health. The emergence of the omicron variant and others was a clear reminder that the pandemic continues to evolve. That is why we continue to require vaccination to tra
May 19th, 2022House debate
Annie KoutrakisLiberal
Business of Supply Mr. Speaker, ultimately, each country is responsible for the safety and security of its own people. Each country is experiencing unique factors, such as vaccine availability, as per my speech, the vaccination rate and the number of hospitalizations. Each country adjusts its measu
May 19th, 2022House debate
Annie KoutrakisLiberal
Business of Supply Mr. Speaker, as the hon. member states, this is a problem that is not specific or unique to Canada. There are labour shortages throughout. There are committees looking at labour shortages. There is communication among departments and allies around the world to make sure that we
May 19th, 2022House debate
Annie KoutrakisLiberal
Business of Supply Mr. Speaker, I thank my colleague for raising that important point. It is duly noted. With four major airports to hear directly about what was happening on the ground and to discuss solutions, airports, airlines and CATSA are working to make sure communication to travellers is c
May 19th, 2022House debate
Annie KoutrakisLiberal
Business of Supply Mr. Speaker, vaccines are an important tool to protect Canadians and stop the spread of COVID-19. Science is clear on this matter. Vaccines are safe and effective in reducing the spread of COVID-19, as well as reducing severe cases and hospitalizations and protecting health. On t
May 19th, 2022House debate
Annie KoutrakisLiberal