Marine Weather Stations Mr. Speaker, every day in my riding people work, live and play on the ocean. For many people, they do it all year round. These folks go to very remote locations where a boat or a float plane is the only mode of transportation. To do this safely, my constituents rely on weather st
September 25th, 2023House debate
Petitions Madam Speaker, I am here to table a petition on behalf of many people across British Columbia who are very concerned. The petitioners are calling upon the Government of Canada to prohibit the use of expanded polystyrene in the marine environment. Foam from marine infrastructure
June 21st, 2023House debate
Veterans Affairs Mr. Speaker, the minister gave $560 million to a company owned by Loblaws to deliver services to veterans, but the rollout was a disaster. There was poor communication to service providers and veterans, as well as a lack of training for workers. Veterans and their families are
June 19th, 2023House debate
Business of the House Mr. Speaker, I hope that you will find unanimous consent for the following motion. I move: That, notwithstanding any Standing Orders, special order or usual practice, the House now proceed to Statements by Members followed by Oral Questions and that the usual allotment of time
June 19th, 2023House debate
Canada Early Learning and Child Care Act Madam Speaker, when we look at the country overall, the poorest population is senior women. I find it interesting how many people at the doors I have knocked on in my riding and how many people who come into my constituency office have talked to me about them being women and the
June 14th, 2023House debate
Criminal Code Mr. Speaker, I appreciate the member's passion and her years of experience, and I certainly hope the people in this place are listening. I spent many years of my life working in a non-profit organization to support newcomers coming to Canada. One of the things I found very libe
June 9th, 2023House debate
Emergency Preparedness Madam Speaker, across Canada, forest fires are burning. This may be the worst season yet. In my riding, there is a forest fire near Sayward village. I want to thank all the firefighters who have stepped up across our region to help, as well as Mayor Baker, who has shared updates
June 2nd, 2023House debate
Business of Supply Madam Speaker, the NDP would ask for a recorded division.
May 30th, 2023House debate
Business of Supply Madam Speaker, I am wondering if the member could please explain to me his perspective on perception of conflict and conflict. The reality, for me, is that when somebody is perceived a certain way, we have to start focusing on what we want to see out of this. I think what all of
May 30th, 2023House debate
Business of Supply Madam Speaker, I certainly appreciate this member has a perspective. I do not share that perspective. When it comes to being very concerned about the leadership of the Liberal government, I share a lot of concerns. Part of the work I do is really to make the lives of Canadians be
May 30th, 2023House debate
Business of Supply Madam Speaker, what I was waiting for was the Right Honourable David Johnston to do his job, but what happened to the process was that we just saw more and more issues come forward. To me, this is not about partisan politics; it is about the fact that Canadians have lost faith. I
May 30th, 2023House debate
Business of Supply Madam Speaker, I do not often say this, but I will thank the member for his question. I actually think it was somewhat thoughtful. There are numerous constituents who really do care about this issue. It is absolutely true. I live in a part of the world where there are a lot of fo
May 30th, 2023House debate
Business of Supply Madam Speaker, I am here today to speak on an NDP opposition day motion. I am a little disappointed that this is what we have to do at this point. It is something that matters greatly to me. I am a member of the procedure and House affairs committee, and we have been working ver
May 30th, 2023House debate
Business of Supply Madam Speaker, it is working. It has been working for me the whole time, so I wonder if the member just has a problem with his hearing piece.
May 30th, 2023House debate
Democratic Institutions Mr. Speaker, Canadians are worried about the state of our democracy. Diaspora communities have been sounding the alarm for decades on this issue of foreign interference. The government is clearly not listening to them, and the official opposition is more interested in making poli
May 30th, 2023House debate