Softwood Lumber  Madam Chair, through you, I have a question for my hon. colleague. I would like to return this conversation and debate to the communities that are often affected by this trade dispute. Sometimes, as the rhetoric from the government and the other parties comes forward, the people

Income Tax Act  Madam Chair, I thank my hon. colleagues for this opportunity to speak on an important principle, one that the New Democratic Party supports. Throughout the lifelong participation of Canadians in the education system, but oftentimes within government, there is a very narrow focus

The Environment  Mr. Speaker, it is pretty clear why the B.C. New Democrats won 33 more seats without this minister than with him. This week the Suzuki Foundation said that Canada is at number 28 on a list of 30 when it comes to the environment. When the world comes to Montreal, the government w

Labour  Mr. Speaker, this past year seems to have been open season on organized labour disputes that are the result of an unwillingness to negotiate, a lack of political leadership, and a system that gives unfair advantages to management. A Telus lockout in which management ignored labo

Breast Cancer  Mr. Speaker, I rise today to praise the tireless efforts of thousands of Canadians across this country and their work and dedication on the Run for the Cure to fight breast cancer. This year alone, more than 21,000 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer, and tragically, more

Public Servants Disclosure Protection Act  Mr. Speaker, I thank the hon. member for reading clause 8 of the bill. That was the first clause I read when I was given the bill. The member talked about expectations. I am not sure the expectations of Canadians could be any lower of the government's actions when it comes to cr

Public Servants Disclosure Protection Act  Mr. Speaker, I thank my colleague from Burnaby—Douglas for splitting his time on this important legislation for Canadians. It is important for them appreciate it and have some understanding of it. Because of the way we have operated in the House this past session and in sessions

Public Servants Disclosure Protection Act  Mr. Speaker, I am beginning to enjoy this exchange. I think the connecting of the dots, which I hope the member is struggling to do, just in the lack of perception rather than any other reason, is that when one supports the use of patronage, as his party said not an hour ago in t

Public Servants Disclosure Protection Act  Mr. Speaker, I appreciate some of the work that the hon. member has done over the past in his private member's legislation. I have a very specific question concerning the justification for the moral high ground that has been presented in this debate from his party. When it comes

The Environment  Mr. Speaker, the environment commissioner released a scathing report today confirming what 11 environmental groups have said all along, that the Liberal government has broken promise after promise to Canadians when it comes to our environment. New Democrats have long said what th

Wage Earner Protection Program Act  Madam Speaker, I have a quick question for the member. He talked at great length about alleviating the pressure upon students, particularly those who find themselves in the unfortunate circumstance of having to declare bankruptcy. We have this extraordinary situation in Canada w

Wage Earner Protection Program Act  Madam Speaker, the member made some interesting comments about our tax system and the incentives to encourage businesses in our country to reinvest in their communities and themselves to create greater profitability and productivity. The member mentioned income trusts and the in

Income Tax Act  Mr. Speaker, I look forward to participating in this debate because, as has been often referenced by other members, there is a strong history and precedent in this chamber in support of such a motion. Frankly, I find it perplexing to watch the government stand in opposition to wh

Question No. 164  With regards to the approvals of further developments of open-net fish farms along the West Coast, has Environment Canada initiated a comprehensive study under the Environmental Assessment Act and, if not, why?

Civil Marriage Act  Mr. Speaker, I am standing in support of the bill, as I have consistently even prior to becoming a candidate. Consistency is important for Canadians. When we go through the electoral process, it is important for them to know what bill of goods they are getting when they vote for