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International Trade Mr. Speaker, pursuant to Standing Order 32(2) and in accordance with the enhanced transparency requirements set out in the amended policy on tabling of treaties in Parliament, I am pleased to notify the House of Commons of the government's intent to initiate negotiations for a Ca
December 13th, 2021House debate
Mary NgLiberal
The Economy Mr. Speaker, I want to thank the hon. member for that really important question, particularly because it is about the small businesses and entrepreneurs in our country, who are really the backbone of the Canadian economy. We have had their backs throughout the entire pandemic.
December 13th, 2021House debate
Mary NgLiberal
The Economy Mr. Speaker, I want to thank the CFIB for their collaboration, co-operation and engagement throughout the entire pandemic. Their voices throughout this very difficult time have helped us create the very emergency support programs that have helped businesses. Countless businesses
December 13th, 2021House debate
Mary NgLiberal
Small Business Madam Speaker, farm families are absolutely at the very heart of all of our communities across the country. Supporting them, particularly through this very difficult time of the pandemic, has been a top priority for the government. We are going to continue to support farm familie
December 10th, 2021House debate
Mary NgLiberal
Small Business Mr. Speaker, I thank my colleague and congratulate him on his re-election. Black business owners make important contributions to the Canadian economy. Their success is a priority. A total of $10.7 million has already been distributed to support Black entrepreneurs in Montreal, l
December 7th, 2021House debate
Mary NgLiberal
Automobile Industry Mr. Speaker, just a few days ago, I returned, along with colleagues on all sides of the House, to advocate in the U.S. on this issue, standing up for Canadian workers, standing up for Canadian businesses. This work continues. I want to thank all my colleagues on all sides of th
December 6th, 2021House debate
Mary NgLiberal
Public Safety Mr. Speaker, we have been clear that the work under way takes into account the important domestic and international considerations. We will ensure to always make the best decision for Canadians. We will not compromise matters of national security.
December 6th, 2021House debate
Mary NgLiberal
Public Safety Mr. Speaker, our government will always ensure that our Canadian networks are safe and secure. Canadians can be assured we are not going to compromise on matters of national security. We are not going to comment on specific companies, but members should know that the examinatio
December 6th, 2021House debate
Mary NgLiberal
Public Safety Mr. Speaker, our government will continue to ensure the security of Canada's networks, and Canadians can be assured that we will not compromise on matters of national security. As we have clearly indicated, our approach will take into account important domestic and international
December 6th, 2021House debate
Mary NgLiberal
Public Safety Mr. Speaker, our government will continue to ensure that Canadian networks are kept safe and secure. Canadians can be assured that we will not compromise on matters of national security. While we cannot comment on specific companies, an examination of emerging 5G technology and
December 6th, 2021House debate
Mary NgLiberal
Canada-U.S. Relations Mr. Speaker, Canadian softwood lumber is an absolute priority for our federal government. I am looking forward to tomorrow to take a team Canada to Washington, where we will stand up for Canada. We will continue to advocate for Canadian businesses, for the forestry sector and for
November 30th, 2021House debate
Mary NgLiberal
Canada-U.S. Relations Mr. Speaker, Canada has taken up this issue through CUSMA, at the NAFTA panel and at the WTO. In 2020, it was ruled that Canada was indeed a fair trading partner. We are going to continue to stand up for the rights of Canada's forestry sector and its workers. I have shared with
November 30th, 2021House debate
Mary NgLiberal
Canada-U.S. Relations Mr. Speaker, we have consistently defended the forestry sector, whether it is at the NAFTA panel or through CUSMA. I would remind the hon. member that we only have chapter 10 in CUSMA because we preserved the dispute settlement mechanism in CUSMA. We will fight for Canadian bus
November 30th, 2021House debate
Mary NgLiberal
Canada-U.S. Relations Mr. Speaker, we will always defend the interests of the forestry sector and the workers it employs. In a relationship as large as the one we have with the United States, we will always work together to solve and resolve issues. I will be speaking to my counterpart, the U.S. trade
November 30th, 2021House debate
Mary NgLiberal
Forestry Industry Madam Speaker, softwood lumber is a priority for the government. I continue to work and speak with industry, and they know that we are standing by them. We of course, as I said, are actively challenging the unfair U.S. duties under NAFTA and CUSMA and before the WTO. This is als
November 29th, 2021House debate
Mary NgLiberal