Resumption of Debate on Address in Reply  Madam Speaker, before I answer my colleague, I would like to echo other members in recognizing and thanking the workers and volunteers who were on the front lines during the pandemic. Now that the second wave is upon us, much will be asked of them. What the Bloc Québécois wants

Judges Act  Mr. Speaker, I would like to thank my hon. colleague for her speech. Does she think women who were victims of rape are being given enough credibility? According to what the minister said, police officers are the first ones in charge of deciding whether the women's statements are

Resumption of Debate on Address in Reply  Mr. Speaker, I would like to thank my colleague for his speech. He pointed out that women have been affected by the pandemic. However, is the government's proposal not contradictory, given that women are encouraged to be entrepreneurs but they have to stay home to look after the

Resumption of Debate on Address in Reply  Mr. Speaker, before I begin, I want to thank the member for her appeal on behalf of women. She left out one category of women, however. Senior women, aged 65 to 75 years old, worked hard and helped make Quebec what it is today. The government has offered assistance to senior wom

Resumption of Debate on Address in Reply  Mr. Speaker, my colleague referred to various proposals put forward in the throne speech. He spoke about retirees who have decided to change their lives at this time. However, in the throne speech, there is nothing for people 65 and older. The Liberals are only offering an incom

Michel Letarte  Mr. Speaker, I want to acknowledge Michel Letarte for his exceptional contribution to the Trois-Rivières community. Mr. Letarte was a police officer for nearly 30 years and became known for his community involvement and his infectious humour and kindness. He owns an eco-friendly

Citizenship Act  Madam Speaker, I have a question for my colleague. I would like to know how the indigenous communities in her region see this bill. How is it perceived? Do they see hope in this new version of the legislation?

Business of Supply  Madam Speaker, I appreciated my colleague's speech. Like my Bloc Québécois colleagues, I will support the Conservative motion. I was pleased to hear the hon. member speak at length about tourism. Of course, hotels and restaurants have been affected, but does my colleague think

Judges Act  Mr. Speaker, I thank my colleague for his excellent speech. The Bloc Québécois believes that passing this bill serves the interest of Canadians. As the member stated, this is about trust, awareness, emotions and social context. Bill C-3 touches on our beliefs, our values and our

Broadcasting Act  Mr. Speaker, Quebec culture is at the heart of the Bloc Québécois's mission. Broadcasting is no doubt the most effective tool to disseminate culture and help define the national identity. Obviously, the Bloc Québécois supports the modernization of the Broadcasting Act, given the

Broadcasting Act  Mr. Speaker, I thank my colleague for his excellent speech. He clearly pointed out that Canadians and communities that are racialized or diverse, have a certain economic status or have disabilities should also be included in Bill C-10. Why does this bill not make more reference

Jean Beauchesne  Mr. Speaker, I would like to pay a heartfelt tribute to Jean Beauchesne, a colleague from my riding office in Trois-Rivières. Last June, he received not one but two cancer diagnoses. We were all shocked when we heard the terrible news. Despite this, Jean has kept up his resilie

Citizenship Act  Madam Speaker, I thank my colleague for his speech. Thanks to bills like Bill C-8 being introduced and my Conservative colleagues' speeches on the matter, I am finding out more about their private lives. I am really pleased because I did not know them. Despite the fact that he t

Digital Charter Implementation Act, 2020  Madam Speaker, I want to thank my colleague for all his clarifications on Bill C-11. However, I would like to take him in another direction. Quebec is also currently studying proposed legislation, Bill 64, which would provide increased protection for personal information and is

Criminal Code  Madam Speaker, first off, I want to say that Quebec already has legislation on this matter. What is the plan for harmonizing the provincial and federal laws? I would also like to talk about my sister, who has had multiple sclerosis for several years. She has never considered me