Human Rights  Mr. Speaker, on February 11, 1990, Nelson Mandela was released from prison after 27 years of incarceration. We all know why he was robbed of much of his life. We all know that he sacrificed so much so that millions of people oppressed by a deeply racist and inhumane regime could

Act Respecting Certain Measures Related to COVID-19  Mr. Speaker, I thank my colleague for her speech. First I would like to say that the coronavirus is in charge, and we cannot dictate to it when it ends. Could the hon. member please tell us how Bill C-10 would help?

Government Business No. 8—Proceedings on Bill C-10  Madam Speaker, these rapid tests are incredibly important, and as I mentioned in my speech, they are to be used to curb the spread, the transmission, of COVID. When someone is asymptomatic, it does not mean they are incapable of spreading the disease to others who are vulnerable,

Government Business No. 8—Proceedings on Bill C-10  Madam Speaker, the government is not slow and it does recognize the need to protect our businesses, and we are protecting them, and we have been. Throughout the pandemic, our government provided supports to small business owners and independent operators to make sure they too cou

Government Business No. 8—Proceedings on Bill C-10  Madam Speaker, I would like to thank my colleague. I will provide a brief answer because we are out of time. We must listen to the experts. As Dr. Tam said, we were ready to reopen, but because of the omicron variant, we saw the number of hospitalizations, cases and deaths spik

Government Business No. 8—Proceedings on Bill C-10  Madam Speaker, I am pleased to have the opportunity to speak to Bill C-10. I will begin my remarks by reminding the House why this important legislation is necessary. It was introduced because it responds to an urgent need. This bill is critical, as it would provide Health Canad

International Development  Mr. Speaker, this is International Development Week. We would like to thank the sector's workers, partners and volunteers who are working hard to improve the lives of people in many countries. This year, I would like to draw the House's attention to women and girls who face uniq

Eleanor Collins  Mr. Speaker, as members know, February is Black History Month. Today I want to pay tribute to an exceptional Canadian woman, the legendary singer Eleanor Collins. Eleanor, now 102 years old, had an illustrious career as Canada's first lady of jazz. She was the first woman and fi

Criminal Code  moved for leave to introduce Bill C-233, An Act to amend the Criminal Code and the Judges Act (violence against an intimate partner). Mr. Speaker, it is with immense gratitude that I introduce my very important bill to amend the Criminal Code and the Judges Act. I want to thank

Health  Mr. Speaker, we know the vaccine is the best way to put an end to the pandemic and keep our communities safe. Can the Minister of Transport please share with the House the steps our government is taking to safeguard the health of Canadians and Canada's air transportation system?

Supplementary Estimates (B), 2021-22  Madam Chair, I would like to follow up with the minister. Could he please explain to the House if there will be anything special for Quebec when it comes to tourism?

Supplementary Estimates (B), 2021-22  Madam Chair, what has FedNor done to support jobs and growth in southern Ontario? As we know, without jobs, the economy suffers. Can the minister provide more details?

Supplementary Estimates (B), 2021-22  Madam Chair, I would like to ask the Minister of Health a question. As we know, vaccination is going to help our country keep moving forward. Could he explain to us what the plan is in the upcoming months, especially with these variants that we continue to face?

Supplementary Estimates (B), 2021-22  Madam Chair, I have another question for the Minister of Health. We know that some people's mental health has really deteriorated during the pandemic. Can the minister explain what the government's plan is for the future?

Supplementary Estimates (B), 2021-22  Madam Chair, we make better decisions when employees look like the communities they serve. More than 25.2% of Canadians identify as having a disability. It is important that more Canadians with disabilities be represented in the public service. What will the funding that the gov