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Lincoln Alexander Day Mr. Speaker, January 21 was Lincoln Alexander Day in Canada. The first black member of Parliament, federal cabinet minister and Lieutenant Governor of Ontario, I covered Linc's first election victory in 1968 as a young radio reporter, and he became a good friend and mentor. Whe
January 29th, 2019House debate
Bob BratinaLiberal
Veterans Affairs Mr. Speaker, something I hear in my riding is that releasing members and veterans are concerned about the length of time it takes to get a decision on an application for disability benefits. It was reported that Veterans Affairs might be looking to change the deadlines for those
December 6th, 2018House debate
Bob BratinaLiberal
Budget Implementation Act, 2018, No. 2 Madam Speaker, I am always pleased to hear the interventions of my friend for Provencher, Manitoba. However, I want to point out the things that are happening. The member has mentioned several critical issues that are unfortunate. We hope to make better and make whole the economi
November 26th, 2018House debate
Bob BratinaLiberal
Bosnia and Herzegovina Mr. Speaker, November 25 marks the anniversary of the modern statehood of Bosnia and Herzegovina. In Hamilton, we have over one hundred ethno-cultural groups and languages, making it one of our nation's most diverse cities. Among these are families who originated in Bosnia and H
November 26th, 2018House debate
Bob BratinaLiberal
Remembrance Day Mr. Speaker, Remembrance Day this year falls in the dark shadow of the recent attack on Jewish Americans at the Tree of Life synagogue in Pittsburgh. Hateful impulses arise mostly from ignorance and the failure to understand, for instance, how Jews fought side by side with their
November 7th, 2018House debate
Bob BratinaLiberal
Multilateral Instrument in Respect of Tax Conventions Act Mr. Speaker, we are all familiar with our own statistics of the Canada child benefit. I am wondering if the statistics are correct for Timmins—James Bay, that 8,900 families receive benefits for a total amount in the 2016-17 year of $64 million. Would that be accurate? What perce
October 15th, 2018House debate
Bob BratinaLiberal
Status of Women Mr. Speaker, October is Women's History Month in Canada. During this month we celebrate the many accomplishments of women and girls in our country and are encouraged to learn more about the remarkable women and girls who have advanced gender equality for everyone. Could the Mini
October 1st, 2018House debate
Bob BratinaLiberal
Byron “Barney” Rawson Mr. Speaker, Hamiltonian Byron Rawson was the youngest wing commander in the British Commonwealth during World War II. Barney, as he was known, was an 18-year-old McMaster student when he enlisted in the RCAF. By April 1945, he had piloted bombers in 51 missions and earned two Di
September 27th, 2018House debate
Bob BratinaLiberal
Business of Supply Mr. Speaker, we need to go through the process to find out exactly what the situation is and how it came to be where we are now. I have to say, again, with all due respect to my friend across the way, that we heard testimony in veterans affairs committee about years, going back
September 25th, 2018House debate
Bob BratinaLiberal
Business of Supply Mr. Speaker, most members of Parliament will receive critical questions and remarks about services. We work with many veterans in our office. One of my staffers was walking in a shopping centre and encountered a gentleman we had been working with and asked how it had all worked o
September 25th, 2018House debate
Bob BratinaLiberal
Business of Supply Mr. Speaker, I thank the member across for his service in the RCMP. This is a terrible tragedy that has come to our attention. We feel the shock and disappointment that everyone does. Our minister has taken steps to see what the best outcome can be for Canadians and veterans. M
September 25th, 2018House debate
Bob BratinaLiberal
Business of Supply Mr. Speaker, I will be sharing my time with the member for Winnipeg Centre. I cannot imagine that there is a single heart in this place that does not go out to the family of Constable Campbell. We grieve with them and share the frustration of Canadians, who are upset that a conv
September 25th, 2018House debate
Bob BratinaLiberal
Business of Supply Madam Speaker, I want to thank my colleague from Courtenay—Alberni not only for his speech today but for the tremendous, motivated work he does on the veterans committee. Sitting in the same meetings, we have heard the same testimony with regard to backlog. My question relates
September 25th, 2018House debate
Bob BratinaLiberal
Business of Supply Madam Speaker, I would advise members on the other side that all of us became concerned when we heard about this. I believe the minister has said that the government is not going to be talking about the specific case, but that it is looking into the matter. I believe this happene
September 25th, 2018House debate
Bob BratinaLiberal
Petitions Mr. Speaker, I rise today to present petition e-1455 in both official languages. The petitioners call on the Canadian government to seriously consider the reopening of the Canadian embassy in the beautiful and historic city of Sarajevo. The petition has been signed by hundreds
June 20th, 2018House debate
Bob BratinaLiberal