Veterans Affairs  Mr. Speaker, our government is committed to veterans and their families, full stop. After the previous 10 years with the former government frankly ignoring veterans' concerns by the fact that it closed offices, that it reduced one-third of the front-line staff, it is shocking tha

Job Losses in the Energy Sector  Mr. Chair, we have stood by Albertans, and we continue to deliver on their behalf. I understand the plight of many Albertans. They are facing a difficult time. Neighbours, friends, kids I went to school with, are not working right now, and that is difficult to hear. That is why

Job Losses in the Energy Sector  Mr. Chair, I listened with great interest to that member. I will agree with her that the former federal government did not look after Alberta's interests very well in either the short-term or the long-term. The previous government was not successful in diversifying markets for

Job Losses in the Energy Sector  Mr. Chair, our government is keenly aware of the situation in Alberta. I can assure members in this House that our government has approached the economic downturn in Alberta with nothing but concern, compassion, and a dedication to assist with the economic recovery. The former g

National Defence  Mr. Speaker, our department is committed to getting our soldiers, sailors, and aviators the care they need when and where they need it. We go through a complex array of systems of care to get them mental health supports and physical supports, whether that is through our 11 OSI cl

Questions on the Order Paper  Mr. Speaker, with regard to part a), a diagnosed medical condition and evidence that the condition or disability is related to military service is required to receive a disability benefit from Veterans Affairs Canada. Canadian Armed Forces members and veterans with a disability a

Veterans Affairs  Mr. Speaker, I am extremely proud to be reopening doors that were previously closed to veterans and their families. Veterans have selflessly served our country and our government is recognizing their service by enhancing financial benefits and restoring and expanding access to cr

Questions on the Order Paper  Mr. Speaker, Veterans Affairs Canada does not track data-specific information for veterans claiming benefits for sexual harassment, sexual trauma, and sexual assault, as a service-related injury and, therefore, is unable to provide the requested information. Veterans Affairs Ca

Veterans Affairs  Mr. Speaker, I could not agree more that when a man or woman serves, their entire family serves along with them. That is why it is very important that any individual who needs help and assistance reach out to our department and go through the processes. We will work diligently t

Veterans Affairs  Mr. Speaker, it is important this week that we honour and respect the 2.3 million Canadians who have served in our armed forces. We will continue to do that each and every day as a government. We have an aggressive mandate to do things better for veterans and their families. We

Veterans Ombudsman's Annual Report  Mr. Speaker, pursuant to Standing Order 32(2) I have the honour to table, in both official languages, the Veterans Ombudsman's Annual Report 2015-16.

Ethics  Mr. Speaker, at the core of my mandate is the health and wellness of our veterans and their families. I am of the understanding that our veterans are testifying at committee, and I would like to hear from them and feed that information into the work we are doing. We will continu

Veterans Affairs  Mr. Speaker, at the core of my mandate is the health and wellness of veterans and their families. I know very well that much information is being presented at the standing committee this week, and I appreciate the standing committee's work in this regard as it will filter into th

Veterans Affairs  Madam Speaker, all of Canada remembers the tragic events on October 20 and 22, 2014. We mourn the passing of Warrant Officer Patrice Vincent and Corporal Nathan Cirillo and extend our sympathies to their families. It is at events, in Ottawa, on November 11, and others across C

Veterans Affairs  Madam Speaker, we respect the tremendous sacrifices that occurred with Warrant Officer Patrice Vincent and Corporal Nathan Cirillo when they made the ultimate sacrifice for our nation. It is at events, in Ottawa, on November 11, and throughout the world, where we pay tribute to