Business of Supply  Mr. Speaker, Canadians know that pollution is not free. We see the cost of droughts, floods, wildfires, and extreme weather. We see the effects of pollution on our health. Canadians expect polluters to pay because it is the right thing to do for our kids and our grandkids. Putt

Business of Supply  Mr. Speaker, I am very proud to represent the community of Langley, and we do share a portion of the township of Langley. I hear from drivers about the price of gas. I would like to point out that in the Lower Mainland, the structure of our gas pricing includes a transit levy. We

Business of Supply  Mr. Speaker, I would say that we actually have an amazing plan. The pan-Canadian framework was a great way to move the conversation forward on climate change in Canada. We were able to meet with the provinces and territories to negotiate reductions. We were able to deal with Albe

Historic Sites and Monuments Act  moved that Bill C-374, An Act to amend the Historic Sites and Monuments Act (composition of the Board), be read the third time and passed. Madam Speaker, I rise today to speak to my private member's bill, Bill C-374, an act to amend the Historic Sites and Monuments Act, composi

Historic Sites and Monuments Act  Madam Speaker, I had a slight problem with the volume on my translation. I will do my best to answer the question. It really is important that we start now and work toward reconciliation. I appreciate the support of all parties and their work in advancing this discussion and mov

Historic Sites and Monuments Act  Madam Speaker, should this become legislation, I think the intention is to have the process overseen through a Governor in Council appointment process. To me, what was really important in the legislation was to respect the Truth and Reconciliation Commission's recommendation th

Historic Sites and Monuments Act  Madam Speaker, as I noted in my comments, this is a Canadian story. Reconciliation is not just an indigenous issue, but something we all need to understand and work toward. In that spirit, understanding the history we have as newcomers to the land about the indigenous peoples who

Historic Sites and Monuments Act  Madam Speaker, I would like to close by once again thanking all members for their contributions to and consideration of this important bill. I would also like to take a brief moment to recognize and thank Kyle Harrietha for his support, guidance, and hard work in helping get Bill

Events in Cloverdale—Langley City  Mr. Speaker, people who have ever dreamed of starting their own businesses will want to hear this. The Downtown Langley Business Association is inviting aspiring entrepreneurs across B.C. to enter a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to win a prize valued at over $100,000 to help l

Oil Tanker Moratorium Act  Madam Speaker, I appreciate the opportunity today to join in the discussion about Bill C-48 and the important role it would play in the protection of the province I represent, British Columbia. Bill C-48, an act that would establish an oil tanker moratorium on British Columbia's

Federal Sustainable Development Act  Madam Speaker, I would like to thank the minister for recognizing the work that the environment and sustainable development committee did on Bill C-57. We did a study and made some recommendations to the government, and I am really pleased to see that this bill captures the essen

Official Languages  Madam Speaker, Canadians know that our two official languages are a strength for us. This is especially true in my riding, Cloverdale—Langley City. I recently attended a meeting to tell members of British Columbia's francophone community about the benefits of the next action pl

World Environment Day  Mr. Speaker, by 2050, there will be more plastic than fish in the world's oceans. Stark examples exist of the damage plastic causes to our ecosystems. Just this past weekend, a pilot whale in Thailand died from starvation, having swallowed 80 plastic bags. Unfortunately, this is

Impact Assessment Act  Mr. Speaker, I would first like to commend the minister for the excellent job she has done. She appeared before committee on Bill C-69 twice and then returned for the main estimates this past week. There has been unparalleled access to the minister as we have discussed this bill,

Impact Assessment Act  Mr. Speaker, I appreciate the opportunity to speak tonight in support of Bill C-69. Before I begin, I would like to acknowledge that we are on the traditional territory of the Algonquin and Anishinaabe peoples. This bill provides the framework for a modern assessment process tha