Business of Supply  Mr. Speaker, in terms of unintended consequences, we have an opportunity here to solve a problem. We want to reduce the barriers to free trade between the provinces, but we need to do it in a managed format, the same as we do with international trade. We prepare our businesses an

Business of Supply  Mr. Speaker, linking the two—energy and the motion at hand—is very significant and very relevant. It is a true example of working in collaboration with provinces and territories to get the work done, which has not happened in the energy sector over the last 10 years. I will get b

Business of Supply  Mr. Speaker, I will be sharing my time with the hon. member for Richmond Hill. I want to thank the hon. member for Central Okanagan—Similkameen—Nicola for bringing his motion before this House. I think we will find that all members, no matter where they sit in this chamber, will

Business of Supply  Mr. Speaker, I thank my colleague for an excellent and informative presentation. Being someone from New Brunswick, looking at the need for interprovincial trade is a paramount issue, as well as being a trading province internationally. Looking at the proximity of New Brunswick

Health  Mr. Speaker, this past Sunday, I had the opportunity to speak at the lyme disease federal framework conference on behalf of New Brunswick Southwest constituents impacted by lyme disease. Listening to those impacted and the experts, it is clear we need more data on the devastatin

Volunteers  Mr. Speaker, it is an honour to rise in the House today and recognize the many volunteers across our country who give so generously of their time to make our families, our communities, and our country strong. Just last week, three young Syrian families were warmly welcomed to t

The Budget  Mr. Speaker, during the last election, Canadians voted for a plan to ensure that those who need the help the most are able to receive it. Instead of helping the wealthiest, Canadians chose a progressive plan that will give the most help to those who really need it, and help to t

Employment Insurance  Mr. Speaker, our government is committed to our campaign promises. Of those campaign promises, it is looking at the sensitivity and vulnerability of not only employees but also employers. A standing committee currently is working on the specific issue of employment insurance, whi

Employment Insurance  Mr. Speaker, my hon. colleague's statement is important. I take the member's comments with great sensitivity. I represent a riding that is significantly impacted with seasonal employment in tourism, fisheries, and aquaculture. As recently as yesterday, we had an issue regarding a

Employment Insurance  Mr. Speaker, Canadians have asked us to do things differently. They want to trust in a government that puts their best interests first, and they expect us to deliver on what matters most to them. What does matter? For almost a decade, the top-of-mind issue for the majority of C

Health  Mr. Speaker, Lyme disease is a serious issue. I have listened to several constituents coping with the debilitating symptoms and treatment challenges. Can the Minister of Health tell the House about the government's plans to improve the prevention, early detection and effective t

Business of Supply  Madam Speaker, I am pleased to stand today, not only to speak to the House but also to address Madam Speaker on this very important issue. As a university professor, past associate dean, a business owner, and international exporter, I, like many of my colleagues in the House, ha

New Brunswick Southwest  Mr. Speaker, recently I was honoured to welcome our Prime Minister and members of his cabinet to my riding, the beautiful New Brunswick Southwest, and to my hometown of St. Andrews-by-the-Sea. Hosting the cabinet's first meeting of 2016 in New Brunswick is significant, as it sh

New Brunswick Southwest  Mr. Speaker, I am pleased to stand in the House today for the first time as the representative of New Brunswick Southwest. I want to thank the constituents of New Brunswick Southwest for voting for real change and for placing their confidence in me. Our riding is vast and divers