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National Association of Women and the Law  Mr. Speaker, this year marks the 50th anniversary of the founding of the National Association of Women and the Law, also known as NAWL. This organization has worked tirelessly to advance feminist law reform in Canada and break down barriers to justice for women. Its feminist leg

February 29th, 2024House debate

Pam DamoffLiberal

Foreign Affairs  Madam Speaker, I thank the hon. member for her advocacy. I know she reached out to the minister about this case yesterday, and other MPs have reached out to me personally about this case. We are in constant contact with our consular officials in the region. We are also in conta

February 16th, 2024House debate

Pam DamoffLiberal

Public Safety  Madam Speaker, it is unfortunate the hon. member calls the summit that was held last week a photo op. I and my colleagues were there and actually heard from stakeholders. We heard from insurance companies, and I spoke to one of the chiefs of police who said that not only is this

February 16th, 2024House debate

Pam DamoffLiberal

Infrastructure  Madam Speaker, the hon. member talks about a war on cars. I want to talk about something that the government is taking seriously and is doing for Canadians when it comes to cars that are being stolen in their communities, which is an issue in my riding. Last week I attended the

February 16th, 2024House debate

Pam DamoffLiberal

Housing  Madam Speaker, we know we have a housing crisis, and that is why we are investing in the creation of homes nationwide, including in Oakville and Burlington. In 2023 we announced over $55 million to build 131 purpose-built rental homes in Oakville, with the funding coming as a f

February 16th, 2024House debate

Pam DamoffLiberal

Carbon Pricing  Mr. Speaker, I was saying to someone just today that the ability to have respectful dialogue with each other and to disagree in an agreeable way is disappearing. I am really disappointed with the way the hon. member conducted himself during that rebuttal. It does not add to produ

February 14th, 2024House debate

Pam DamoffLiberal

Carbon Pricing  Mr. Speaker, it is unfortunate that the hon. member does not understand how a price on pollution works or why it is necessary. Canadians expect their elected representatives to pursue tangible solutions to address issues like affordability and climate change. In the past year al

February 14th, 2024House debate

Pam DamoffLiberal

Carbon Pricing  Mr. Speaker, carbon pricing is an effective and essential part of any serious response to the global challenge of climate change. Carbon pricing works by putting a cost on the thing we do not want, which is greenhouse gas emissions, and adding value to the things we do want: clea

February 14th, 2024House debate

Pam DamoffLiberal

Foreign Affairs  Mr. Speaker, maintaining international peace and security are priority objectives of Canada's foreign policy. Civilians must be protected, and international law must be respected. Canada has one of the most rigorous export control systems in the world, and it is harmonized with t

February 14th, 2024House debate

Pam DamoffLiberal

Carbon Pricing  Mr. Speaker, Canadians know that climate change is an urgent threat that requires significant, decisive action. In recent years, climate change has had unprecedented effects on Canadians and people globally. Impacts from climate change are wide-ranging, affecting our homes, cost

February 14th, 2024House debate

Pam DamoffLiberal

Foreign Affairs  Mr. Speaker, the violence must stop. We share an immense grief for the tragic loss of civilian life. The horrific attacks by Hamas against Israeli civilians still shock us all. Canada unequivocally condemns its terrorist actions. What has been happening in Gaza is absolutely di

February 14th, 2024House debate

Pam DamoffLiberal

Black History Month  Mr. Speaker, each February we celebrate Black History Month, when we honour and recognize the amazing hard work, dedication and challenges of Black Canadians throughout history and beyond. We also celebrate the amazing work of community organizations that provide continued suppo

February 7th, 2024House debate

Pam DamoffLiberal

Petitions  Mr. Speaker, it is my honour to table petition e-4517, signed by 1,140 Canadians who know that the use of parental alienation accusations in court is real and that it revictimizes abused women. The petitioners call on the government to make legislative changes to address the issu

February 5th, 2024House debate

Pam DamoffLiberal

Women in Peacekeeping  Mr. Speaker, last December I had the opportunity to lead the Canadian delegation to the UN Peacekeeping Ministerial in Accra, Ghana. It was encouraging to hear so many countries talk about the importance of women, peace and security and, in particular, the Elsie initiative. Know

January 30th, 2024House debate

Pam DamoffLiberal

Foreign Affairs  Mr. Speaker, as the Prime Minister told this House, this is an extremely serious matter. The safety of Canadians and the integrity of our rule of law is of fundamental importance. Law enforcement, including the RCMP and intelligence agencies, continue to investigate, in close col

December 14th, 2023House debate

Pam DamoffLiberal