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Les Cèdres Riverboat Ride Mr. Speaker, many activities for families, young people, and seniors are held throughout Vaudreuil-Soulanges year-round. One of the most exciting of these wonderful activities is the Les Cèdres riverboat ride. With the help of a guide, participants are able to learn more about o
May 4th, 2018House debate
Peter SchiefkeLiberal
Business of Supply Madam Speaker, I would like to thank my hon. colleague for his conviction. The level of hypocrisy in his speech, though, is one which I have not seen in quite some time. He talks about the fact that he is here to protect the taxpayers and he is looking out to make sure that they
May 1st, 2018House debate
Peter SchiefkeLiberal
Budget Implementation Act, 2018, No. 1 Mr. Speaker, that question is very close to my heart. One of the reasons I presented myself as a candidate in the last election was that I felt the Harper government was not doing enough to ensure we were putting in place measures to meet the challenges posed by climate change.
April 19th, 2018House debate
Peter SchiefkeLiberal
Budget Implementation Act, 2018, No. 1 Mr. Speaker, I want to thank my colleague from Montérégie for her question. I represent a riding that encompasses both rural and urban areas. Therefore, we always have to strike a balance. My priority is to share with my constituents information about the investments that will
April 19th, 2018House debate
Peter SchiefkeLiberal
Budget Implementation Act, 2018, No. 1 Mr. Speaker, it is an honour to rise in the House today and add my voice on behalf of the 100,000 people in my community in response to budget 2018. Presented on February 27, 2018, our government's third budget takes bold action to support our environment, ensure fairness, and
April 19th, 2018House debate
Peter SchiefkeLiberal
G7 Youth Delegates Mr. Speaker, this week, Canada has the privilege to welcome youth delegates to Ottawa from the G7 member countries; the European Union; Charlevoix, the G7 host city; and several indigenous communities. We welcome these 36 young leaders as they come together to find youth-led sol
April 17th, 2018House debate
Peter SchiefkeLiberal
Fight Against Cancer Mr. Speaker, this past weekend, with my family by my side, I celebrated six years in remission. Every year, I celebrate by volunteering with some amazing organizations in Vaudreuil-Soulanges that work hard every day to help people battling cancer, and this year was no exception.
March 29th, 2018House debate
Peter SchiefkeLiberal
Sugar Shacks in Vaudreuil—Soulanges Mr. Speaker, spring is in the air. There is nothing more exciting or tasty this time of year than a visit to one of our sugar shacks in Vaudreuil—Soulanges. From Auberge des Gallant to the Sucrerie Lavigne in Rigaud, to the Sucrerie d'antan in Saint-Lazare and the Cabane à sucre
March 20th, 2018House debate
Peter SchiefkeLiberal
Business of Supply Mr. Speaker, I would like to thank my hon. colleague for his service to our country. I am sure that my hon. colleague will be sharing this speech with his constituents on social media. I am sure that he is going to get a lot of support for his remarks. I wonder if he would also b
February 15th, 2018House debate
Peter SchiefkeLiberal
Business of Supply Mr. Speaker, I am experiencing the same thing at the doors in my community. However, there are some differences in the issues about which my constituents talk to me. The environment is a particular issue of concern. They want to ensure we continue our work of finding that delicat
February 6th, 2018House debate
Peter SchiefkeLiberal
Business of Supply Mr. Speaker, continuing my remarks, that is the kind of progress Canadians expect. We are very proud to have created growth that benefits everyone, not just the top 1%. This is another example and another reason the Conservatives are focused on the Conflict of Interest and Ethics
February 6th, 2018House debate
Peter SchiefkeLiberal
Business of Supply Mr. Speaker, the first thing the Prime Minister did was address Canadians directly. He went out there and answered questions from the media directly, speaking directly to Canadians. Following that, he went on a national tour and spoke with Canadians, answering questions on a wide
February 6th, 2018House debate
Peter SchiefkeLiberal
Business of Supply Mr. Speaker, I want share my hon. colleague's thoughts. When I go door to door and speak with my constituents, this is not among the issues of concern to them. However, when we move forward year after year in the House, we look at areas where there could be room for some improve
February 6th, 2018House debate
Peter SchiefkeLiberal
Business of Supply Madam Speaker, sadly here we are today, and instead of focusing on issues that directly affect Canadians, the ones I hear about every time I go door to door, the Conservatives would prefer to talk about the Prime Minister. On this side of the House, we respect our parliamentary
February 6th, 2018House debate
Peter SchiefkeLiberal
Business of Supply Madam Speaker, couples save $540 in taxes each year. This is another promise we kept to Canadians, while gaining their trust, which is the topic of discussion today. The Conservatives do not want to talk about that. They would rather talk about the Conflict of Interest and Ethics
February 6th, 2018House debate
Peter SchiefkeLiberal