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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
May 3rd, 2018House debate
John AldagLiberal
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
May 3rd, 2018House debate
John AldagLiberal
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
May 3rd, 2018House debate
John AldagLiberal
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
May 3rd, 2018House debate
John AldagLiberal
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
May 3rd, 2018House debate
John AldagLiberal
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
May 1st, 2018House debate
John AldagLiberal
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
May 1st, 2018House debate
John AldagLiberal
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
May 1st, 2018House debate
John AldagLiberal
Immigration and Refugee Protection Act Madam Speaker, I have the honour to rise today to close the second hour of debate at second reading on Bill S-210, an act to amend an act to amend the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act, the Civil Marriage Act and the Criminal Code and to make consequential amendments to othe
April 17th, 2018House debate
John AldagLiberal
Natural Resources Mr. Speaker, no relationship is more important to this government than its relationship with indigenous peoples. Far beyond my province of British Columbia, the Trans Mountain expansion project stands to create jobs, grow Canada's economy, and respect environmental commitments. B
April 17th, 2018House debate
John AldagLiberal
Historic Sites and Monuments Act moved that the bill be concurred in.
March 29th, 2018House debate
John AldagLiberal
An Act in Relation to Firearms Mr. Speaker, my colleague made a great statement. Unfortunately, I have lost my train of thought.
March 27th, 2018House debate
John AldagLiberal
An Act in Relation to Firearms Mr. Speaker, I have to reiterate the statement that our government has made over and over again as we have looked at the bill. It is not an intention. It is not intended. It will not recreate the long gun registry and that is it. It will serve to strengthen the safety of our comm
March 27th, 2018House debate
John AldagLiberal
An Act in Relation to Firearms Mr. Speaker, I would like to thank my colleague for his comments, his responsible gun ownership, and for his question. To the point that he has raised, I have heard from many gun owners who, like my colleague, are responsible and take the proper precautions and safety measures. T
March 27th, 2018House debate
John AldagLiberal
An Act in Relation to Firearms Mr. Speaker, I will be splitting my time today with the hon. member for Winnipeg North. I am proud to take part in this debate. As communities across the country face the devastating consequences of gun crime and violence, it is important for Canadians to see the government taki
March 27th, 2018House debate
John AldagLiberal