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Housing Mr. Speaker, our government introduced and implemented Canada's first-ever national housing strategy, because we know that everyone deserves a safe, affordable place to call home. That is why we have invested more than $7 billion and, to date, we have helped more than one million
May 6th, 2019House debate
Kirsty DuncanLiberal
Poverty Reduction Act moved that Bill C-87, An Act respecting the reduction of poverty, be read the second time and referred to a committee.
November 30th, 2018House debate
Kirsty DuncanLiberal
Accessible Canada Act moved for leave to introduce Bill C-81, an act to ensure a barrier-free Canada. (Motions deemed adopted, bill read the first time and printed)
June 20th, 2018House debate
Kirsty DuncanLiberal
Export and Import Permits Act moved that Bill C-47, an act to amend the Export and Import Permits Act and the Criminal Code (amendments permitting the accession to the Arms Trade Treaty and other amendments), be read the third time and passed.
June 8th, 2018House debate
Kirsty DuncanLiberal
Instruction to Committee on Bill C-71 Mr. Speaker, I am tabling the government's response to three petitions and 11 questions on the Order Paper.
June 4th, 2018House debate
Kirsty DuncanLiberal
Sport Mr. Speaker, I thank my colleague for her question. As I have said, there is no tolerance of harassment of any kind. We have established a working group on gender equity in sport, which will examine a number of issues, including harassment in sport. All federally funded sport or
June 4th, 2018House debate
Kirsty DuncanLiberal
Sport Mr. Speaker, there is no tolerance of harassment of any kind. All Canadians deserve the opportunity to participate in a sport environment that is free from discrimination, harassment, and abuse. We have established a working group on gender equity in sport, which will examine a
June 4th, 2018House debate
Kirsty DuncanLiberal
Science Mr. Speaker, I thank the member for his important support for research. Our government knows that if we want our researchers to soar to new heights, they need support. That is why we announced the largest investment in research in Canada's history. This week, I announced a $158
May 31st, 2018House debate
Kirsty DuncanLiberal
Science Mr. Speaker, I thank the member for Pierrefonds—Dollard for promoting the sciences in Canada. Next week is the Science Odyssey celebration. Science Odyssey is Canada's largest celebration of science. From May 11 to May 20, museums, university and college labs, and federal resear
May 10th, 2018House debate
Kirsty DuncanLiberal
Science Mr. Speaker, our government is committed to supporting research and innovation. I want to thank the member for Ottawa—Vanier for her staunch defence of research in Canada. The NRC plays an essential role in developing new technologies that improve the lives of Canadians. Budget
May 1st, 2018House debate
Kirsty DuncanLiberal
Innovation and Economic Development Mr. Speaker, our government knows that colleges are essential in driving innovation in Canada. To increase support for collaborative research between business and colleges, budget 2018 invested $140 million in the college and community innovation program. When I visited the Nia
April 23rd, 2018House debate
Kirsty DuncanLiberal
The Economy Mr. Speaker, the Canadian economy is growing faster than it has in a decade. Canada is the fastest-growing economy in the G7. Our government has created over 600,000 jobs in the last two years. The unemployment rate has dropped to nearly its lowest level since 2008. The federal d
April 19th, 2018House debate
Kirsty DuncanLiberal
Sport and Persons with Disabilities Mr. Speaker, our athletes' tremendous achievements at the Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games are a source of pride for Canada and reflect the strength of our sport system. The Commonwealth Games are a springboard to the Olympics and Paralympics. We are so proud of our athletes
April 16th, 2018House debate
Kirsty DuncanLiberal
Science and Research Mr. Speaker, I want to thank the member for Markham—Thornhill for her strong support of science. After muzzling scientists and ignoring evidence for 10 years, the Conservatives are back to attacking Canadian science. Last week, the Conservatives voted against funding for scient
March 27th, 2018House debate
Kirsty DuncanLiberal
Sports Mr. Speaker, I had the opportunity to be in Pyeongchang to see our Canadian athletes give their best. It was an experience I will never forget. Our athletes delivered an incredible performance, placing in the top five 42 times and winning 28 medals. It was our best showing ever.
March 20th, 2018House debate
Kirsty DuncanLiberal