Business of Supply  Madam Speaker, I thank my colleague for his question. It is not a matter of seeing the glass half empty or half full. I had my own experience with cancer, and it is not easy. I must say that our government believes in realistic, achievable measures. Our positions are based on co

Business of Supply  Madam Speaker, today I am rising to speak to an issue that is important to me, one that affects many Canadians and is a principal part of Canada's social safety net. I am talking about employment insurance and the special benefits for workers who have to take leave for specific e

Academic Success  Mr. Speaker, I would like to begin by wishing my son, Gabriel, a happy birthday, as he turns six today. [Member spoke in Italian] [Translation] The work we do in this House is for him. This week we are celebrating Hooked on School Days, which highlights the hard work and effo

The Environment  Mr. Speaker, more and more Quebeckers are choosing to reduce their carbon footprint by buying zero-emission vehicles. From 2018 to 2019, the number of electric vehicles on Quebec roads increased by 71%. People in my riding, Alfred-Pellan, have claimed nearly $1 million under the

Alfred-Pellan  Mr. Speaker, first, I would like to congratulate you on being elected Speaker of the House. The fact that you are the first Speaker of Italian Canadian descent, like me, fills me with pride. I would also like to say thank you 26,015 times to the constituents of Alfred-Pellan wh

Alfred-Pellan  Madam Speaker, as the parliamentary session winds down, I want to take a moment to look back on our fantastic term in office. On top of our Liberal government's major accomplishments, like the Canada child benefit and the free trade agreements we signed, since 2015, Alfred-Pella

Brain Tumours  Mr. Speaker, today eight Canadians will learn they have brain cancer. That is 3,000 people per year. I am wearing a grey ribbon to raise awareness about brain tumours among Canadians. The diagnosis of a brain tumour, whether benign or malignant, slow-growing or aggressive, is de

Laval Seniors' Association  Mr. Speaker, seniors across Canada deserve to be recognized for their contributions and their involvement. We also need to acknowledge the important work of associations and organizations that ensure seniors' well-being. Today I would like to talk about the Association pour aîné

Mother's Day  Mr. Speaker, on Sunday, we will celebrate and thank mothers. Day after day, these women give their all unconditionally. I want to wish an early happy Mother's Day to all all mothers, especially my wife Rana and mia mamma Providenza. Cara mamma, I owe everything I am and hope to

National Volunteer Week  Mr. Speaker, from April 7 to 13, we are celebrating National Volunteer Week 2019 to thank the volunteers in our communities for their many contributions. This year's theme is “The Volunteer Factor—Lifting Communities”. Volunteers make a big difference for the people who need it

Rep Day  Madam Speaker, I was at Laval's École Charles-Perrault to participate in Rep Day, an event organized by CIVIX. I spent some time with Grade 3 students to answer their questions about the role of parliamentarians and how Canada's Parliament works. One student, Léanne, wrote me to

Transportation  Mr. Speaker, in the last federal budget, the government promised to invest $300 million to increase the number of zero-emission vehicles. Given that the transportation sector accounts for 23% of our greenhouse gas emissions, could the minister tell us more about this new commitm

Laval Status of Women Round Table  Mr. Speaker, I just want to start off by wishing my wife Rana a very happy birthday, with all my love. Today I want to highlight the work of the Table de concertation de Laval en condition féminine, or TCLCF. Equality, engagement and fairness are the central values of the missio

Hooked on School Days  Mr. Speaker, this month, I would like to talk about Hooked on School Days, which took place from February 11 to 15. School perseverance is a demonstration that our kids are committed and determined to achieve their goals and nourish their dreams. It is this fire burning in their

Employment Insurance  Mr. Speaker, I am pleased to rise to speak to Motion No. 201, moved by our friend and colleague from Sydney—Victoria. As members know, the motion seeks to direct the Standing Committee on Human Resources, Skills and Social Development and the Status of Persons with Disabilities