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Fairness for All Canadian Taxpayers Act Mr. Speaker, I would like to start by thanking the member from the other place, who initiated this bill, for his efforts to bring attention to Canada's tax gap through Bill S-243, and the member for Calgary Rocky Ridge, who sponsored this bill so that we can have a healthy debate
May 16th, 2019House debate
Deb SchulteLiberal
Intergovernmental Affairs Mr. Speaker, for the second night in a row, I am here to speak to the Conservatives' empty promise to implement a single tax return for the Province of Quebec that would be administered by Revenu Québec. Last night, I shared the facts that identify why this proposal does not ma
May 16th, 2019House debate
Deb SchulteLiberal
Intergovernmental Affairs Mr. Speaker, I will need to be clear again, because I think it was missed. We absolutely support a single tax return for Quebeckers, but only if it is administered by the Canada Revenue Agency. We have been incredibly clear on that point. Last week, a symposium organized by acad
May 16th, 2019House debate
Deb SchulteLiberal
Canada Revenue Agency Madam Speaker, our government is firmly committed to fighting tax evaders. Out-of-court settlements are reached through a fully independent process within the Canada Revenue Agency in collaboration with the Department of Justice. This is to ensure the integrity of our tax system.
June 7th, 2019House debate
Deb SchulteLiberal
Canada Revenue Agency Madam Speaker, I want to remind Canadians that our government is firmly committed to supporting Canadians, ensuring that the benefits and credits they are entitled to are coming to them. Those are the improvements that we have been making in the CRA. I also want to remind the me
June 7th, 2019House debate
Deb SchulteLiberal
Taxation Madam Speaker, let me say that unlike the previous government, fighting tax evasion and bringing fairness to the tax system is a huge priority for this government. Since we took office, the CRA has completed twice as many offshore non-compliance audits in three years than it did
June 7th, 2019House debate
Deb SchulteLiberal
Government Priorities Mr. Speaker, Canadians know that to grow a business one must first invest in the business, invest in the people, invest in equipment and invest for the future. Companies do not cut their way to prosperity; they grow it. Our government knows this. With long-term, sustainable pla
June 12th, 2019House debate
Deb SchulteLiberal
The Environment Mr. Speaker, some people in my riding are questioning why we need to declare a climate emergency. While climate impacts are being felt around the globe, in my riding, we are seeing impacts, with irregular weather, hotter summers, invasive species killing our trees, and affecting
June 17th, 2019House debate
Deb SchulteLiberal
Seniors Mr. Speaker, given this is the first time I have had the chance to stand and speak in the 43rd Parliament, I want to thank the people of King—Vaughan for electing me again to represent them here in the House. I also want to thank the Prime Minister for giving me the opportunity t
December 6th, 2019House debate
Deb SchulteLiberal
Seniors Mr. Speaker, I did hear the question and I did answer the question. I want to make sure that I reiterate the work that we have been doing on behalf of seniors. Earlier in our mandate, we were focusing on more vulnerable seniors. We have restored the age of eligibility for old a
December 6th, 2019House debate
Deb SchulteLiberal
Seniors Mr. Speaker, our seniors have built the Canada that we know and love, and they deserve a secure and dignified retirement. Last week I was pleased to announce $1.5 million in new horizons for seniors funding in support of community-based projects in Manitoba. In budget 2019, we b
January 30th, 2020House debate
Deb SchulteLiberal
Business of Supply Madam Speaker, I would like to inform the House that Tuesday, February 18 shall be an allotted day.
February 7th, 2020House debate
Deb SchulteLiberal
Canadian Dairy Commission Act Mr. Speaker, I will be splitting my time with the President of the Treasury Board. I am very pleased to be here to ask members for their support for this bill, which is very important for Canada's dairy industry. I am pleased to speak today in support of this bill to increase b
May 13th, 2020House debate
Deb SchulteLiberal
Canadian Dairy Commission Act Mr. Speaker, I also would like to acknowledge the dairy farms in my riding. They are very pleased with the action we are taking today. It will help dairy farmers across Canada. The measures are coming in response to the request by the Canadian Dairy Commission, which is already
May 13th, 2020House debate
Deb SchulteLiberal
Canadian Dairy Commission Act Mr. Speaker, the member is absolutely right. I was quoting from the dairy farmers themselves and their organization to show their heart and commitment to Canada, and to producing such a high-quality product for Canadians. There is great support for this measure by the dairy ind
May 13th, 2020House debate
Deb SchulteLiberal