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Breast Cancer Awareness Month Mr. Speaker, October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and I would like to take this opportunity to highlight an important organization. Pink in the City has been supporting breast cancer awareness for over 17 years. On October 27, Pink in the City will be hosting its annual ma
October 6th, 2023House debate
Annie KoutrakisLiberal
Success of an Agri-Food Company Mr. Speaker, the agriculture and agri-food sector is a major economic driver in Canada, employing 2.3 million people. This growing sector alone represents 7% of our GDP. Aliments Ouimet‑Cordon Bleu, a Montreal company known for its Clark and Paris Pâté brands, is a major player i
October 26th, 2023House debate
Annie KoutrakisLiberal
Public Sector Integrity Act Madam Speaker, it is an honour to have the opportunity to rise to speak to Bill C-290, an act to amend the Public Servants Disclosure Protection Act. Whistle-blowers are the unsung heroes of our institutions. They are the courageous individuals who put their careers, their repu
October 26th, 2023House debate
Annie KoutrakisLiberal
Oxi Day Mr. Speaker, in these difficult times and as Remembrance Day approaches, I would like to take this opportunity to mark October 28, 1940, and commemorate the incredible sacrifices made by Greece, a long-time ally of Canada, during the Second World War. Starting on October 28, 194
October 30th, 2023House debate
Annie KoutrakisLiberal
Quebec's Electric and Smart Transportation Industry Mr. Speaker, Propulsion Québec has been fast-tracking the development of Quebec's electric and smart transportation industry since 2017 to reinvent mobility with an eye to the future. I am proud that Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions is supporting projects that prom
November 22nd, 2023House debate
Annie KoutrakisLiberal
Families, Children and Social Development Mr. Speaker, our government has cut poverty in Canada nearly in half thanks to measures such as increasing child care spaces and introducing the Canada child benefit and dental care. These initiatives have lifted thousands of families out of poverty. It is also important to note
December 5th, 2023House debate
Annie KoutrakisLiberal
Royal Canadian Legion Branch 251 Mr. Speaker, today I rise to commemorate the 60th anniversary of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 251, proudly celebrated on January 27. I congratulate them. They make us proud, and we are honoured to count on the strength and service the legion offers to our constituents. For 6
February 5th, 2024House debate
Annie KoutrakisLiberal
Birthday Congratulations Mr. Speaker, today, as I rise in this chamber, I am filled with profound gratitude and joy as I pay tribute to my beloved spouse, Gerry, on his 70th birthday, seventy years of life, love and resilience. Behind every committed elected official stands a pillar of unwavering suppo
February 12th, 2024House debate
Annie KoutrakisLiberal
Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions Mr. Speaker, Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions is increasing the productivity and competitiveness of Quebec businesses. Although the Conservatives voted against funding for programs that support Quebec businesses, our government is helping to grow Biodextris, a Vimy
February 15th, 2024House debate
Annie KoutrakisLiberal
Criminal Code Mr. Speaker, I would like to inform you that I will be sharing my time with the member for Lambton—Kent—Middlesex. I am pleased to rise in the House today in support of Bill C‑62. The bill proposes to extend the temporary exclusion of mental illness as a an eligibility criteria
February 15th, 2024House debate
Annie KoutrakisLiberal
Criminal Code Mr. Speaker, I think it is irresponsible and untrue, honestly, to claim that MAID has anything to do with suicide. The Government of Canada recognizes the importance for all Canadians to have access to critical mental health resources and suicide prevention services. I am a membe
February 15th, 2024House debate
Annie KoutrakisLiberal
Criminal Code Mr. Speaker, that is an important question. The Criminal Code applies across Canada. We cannot start adapting the law for every region of the country. We have to understand that it would be irresponsible to amend the Criminal Code to allow Quebec to change its own legislation. Th
February 15th, 2024House debate
Annie KoutrakisLiberal
Criminal Code Mr. Speaker, I think it is very important, in this country, that we speak from a place of empathy, sympathy, understanding and mutual respect. We cannot paint all situations with the same brush. Obviously, we have a Charter of Rights, and through the Charter of Rights, every pers
February 15th, 2024House debate
Annie KoutrakisLiberal
Criminal Code Mr. Speaker, I do not believe in flipping a coin. However, the mere fact that in this country we are still having this conversation, this debate and not having consensus, then I think a three-year pause is the way to go about it. It would let the provinces and territories, togeth
February 15th, 2024House debate
Annie KoutrakisLiberal
Ukraine Mr. Speaker, two years ago, Russia massively expanded its illegal and unprovoked attack on Ukraine. Two years on, we remember those who have died defending their homeland. These brave and fearless Ukrainians are fighting for their identity, their democracy, their history and the
February 26th, 2024House debate
Annie KoutrakisLiberal