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Committees of the House Mr. Speaker, I am a little curious. The member opposite spoke about the importance of making life more affordable for Canadians, yet he voted against child care, which has been proven to make life more affordable for Canadians. The Conservatives voted against every single measure
March 23rd, 2023House debate
Taleeb NoormohamedLiberal
Nowruz Mr. Speaker, across Canada, many communities celebrate Nowruz, the beginning of the Persian new year, the coming of spring. It is a time for sharing a meal, assembling the haft-seen table and, most important, it is a time for family and friends to come together. However, around
March 21st, 2023House debate
Taleeb NoormohamedLiberal
Women and Gender Equality Mr. Speaker, on International Women's Day, we celebrate the contributions, achievements and leadership of women and girls in my constituency and around the world, but we cannot forget that the fight for gender equality must also be driven by men and boys. Access to abortion is an
March 8th, 2023House debate
Taleeb NoormohamedLiberal
Ralph Schwartzman Madam Speaker, today I rise in the House to honour Ralph Schwartzman, who passed late last year. Ralph was a pillar of Vancouver's Jewish community. A builder for over 70 years, Ralph's contributions to the community were of many construction projects, including the Vancouver Tal
January 31st, 2023House debate
Taleeb NoormohamedLiberal
Canada Early Learning and Child Care Act Madam Speaker, my hon. friend is absolutely correct. If we think about these economic times and the challenges people are facing, if we can reduce one burden from them by ensuring they know they have affordable, accessible child care, then it gives them the ability to be able to
January 31st, 2023House debate
Taleeb NoormohamedLiberal
Canada Early Learning and Child Care Act Madam Speaker, one of the things about this legislation is that it requires us to work with the provinces to ensure implementation is done in a way that addresses many of these needs. It would make sure provinces are part of the conversation and would make sure when we are talkin
January 31st, 2023House debate
Taleeb NoormohamedLiberal
Canada Early Learning and Child Care Act Madam Speaker, I would remind my colleague that we are here today to talk about child care. In this particular case, it is clear that we have a model that works well in the province of Quebec, one that is an example for the rest of the country to follow. We can use this model to
January 31st, 2023House debate
Taleeb NoormohamedLiberal
Canada Early Learning and Child Care Act Madam Speaker, it is an honour to rise in this House today to speak to Bill C-35, which is an important and crucial piece of legislation that would make a real difference in making sure that our kids get the best start in life. I am the dad of a beautiful young boy who will hope
January 31st, 2023House debate
Taleeb NoormohamedLiberal
The Aga Khan Mr. Speaker, today, Ismaili Muslims in Vancouver Granville and around the world celebrate the 86th birthday of His Highness Prince Karim Aga Khan, the 49th Imam of Shia Ismaili Muslims. An honorary Canadian citizen and an honorary Companion of the Order of Canada, the Aga Khan ha
December 13th, 2022House debate
Taleeb NoormohamedLiberal
JWest Community Centre Mr. Speaker, on Monday, I was proud to announce a new investment of $25 million to revitalize the Jewish Community Centre in my riding of Vancouver Granville. For generations the JCC has been the centre of Jewish life, and it has been the place where people of so many different c
December 8th, 2022House debate
Taleeb NoormohamedLiberal
The Economy Mr. Speaker, whether it is because of bad crops or extreme weather, Putin's illegal war in Ukraine or supply chain issues, food prices in Canada and around the world are on the rise. Canadians are having a hard time putting food on the table, and they are looking to us. Can the
December 6th, 2022House debate
Taleeb NoormohamedLiberal
Labour Mr. Speaker, protecting and extending workers' rights is a priority for this government, and these rights must never be taken for granted. The House unanimously passed Bill C-3, which established 10 days of paid sick leave for all federally regulated workers. Can the Minister of
December 1st, 2022House debate
Taleeb NoormohamedLiberal
Fundraising for Ukraine Mr. Speaker, today I rise in the House to highlight Matheson Phan, an exceptional grade 5 student in my riding of Vancouver Granville. Inspired by the bravery and resilience of the Ukrainian people, Matheson decided to raise funds for the Canadian Red Cross Ukraine humanitarian
November 3rd, 2022House debate
Taleeb NoormohamedLiberal
Strengthening Environmental Protection for a Healthier Canada Act Mr. Speaker, British Columbians have seen the impacts of climate change first-hand. We have seen the impact of what happens to our communities, which have been devastated by flooding, fire, and so on and so forth. I sat here and listened to the member opposite talk about failures
November 2nd, 2022House debate
Taleeb NoormohamedLiberal
Cost of Living Relief Act, No. 2. Mr. Speaker, I would like to begin by thanking my neighbour from Vancouver Kingsway for his long-time advocacy on this important issue. We listen in this House to the Conservatives talk about having the best interests of Canadians at heart, but how do they align that with the hy
October 27th, 2022House debate
Taleeb NoormohamedLiberal