Criminal Code  Mr. Speaker, there is no question that this bill is going to add a mechanism or lever for those victims to come forward, with the expectation they will be dealt with with the utmost dignity and respect. When we look through this bill, it goes to our government's commitment sinc

Criminal Code  Mr. Speaker, it seems the Conservatives are putting a lot of emphasis on the omnibus bills of this government when in fact they did the same when they were in government. I have to say that our government is committed to ensuring that our criminal justice system protects all Ca

Criminal Code  Mr. Speaker, repealing provisions that are very similar to those found unconstitutional by the courts will help to avoid expensive and time-consuming litigation. Therefore, we are going to bring those costs down, and with that there are mechanisms and levers within the system tha

Criminal Code  Mr. Speaker, I am pleased to speak today to Bill C-51, an act to amend the Criminal Code and the Department of Justice Act and to make consequential amendments to another act. This legislation proposes to make various changes to the Criminal Code that seek to make the criminal la

Infrastructure  Mr. Speaker, our government is making historic infrastructure investments in communities across the country through the 12-year $186-billion infrastructure plan. We are working with our partners to move their priorities forward and challenging them to be innovative in both the pr

Salaries Act  Madam Speaker, the answer would be no.

Salaries Act  Madam Speaker, members ought to appreciate the fact that this bill is not creating any new departments. There is nothing new in comparison to day one. The ministers will work within the existing framework. We believe that the portfolios for la francophonie, small business and to

Salaries Act  Madam Speaker, absolutely, I do agree, but I want to expand a bit more. Again, it is about equality for women, as well as equality for our youth, and equality for our seniors, and it demonstrates the importance of hearing those voices across this nation and at the cabinet table.

Salaries Act  Madam Speaker, there are three simple answers to that question: one, equal status since day one; two, the importance of a one-tier ministry; and three, a minister is a minister.

Salaries Act  Madam Speaker, it is a pleasure to rise in the House to speak to Bill C-24. I want highlight for members of the House a lot of the specifics in the bill. The bill's general theme is one of synergy. It is very pragmatic with respect to how we do business in the House but, most im

Decorations for Bravery  Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honour and congratulate four officers of the Niagara Regional Police Service. Two weeks ago I attended a service at Rideau Hall when constables Daniel Bassi, Jake Braun, Neal Ridley, and Allan Rivet received decorations for bravery from the Governor

Transportation Modernization Act  Madam Speaker, this has been a point of discussion within the committee, as well as on our side. We have had discussions with both unions: Unifor and the Teamsters. The bottom line is that the LVVR devices would not be used for anything other than safety purposes. They would not

Transportation Modernization Act  Madam Speaker, I appreciate the question by my hon. colleague, who has done a lot of work with me on the transportation sector. Niagara is unique. We are a trade corridor. We have a very robust multi-modal transportation system, with the Welland Canal going right up the middle

Transportation Modernization Act  Madam Speaker, I appreciate the question from my great colleague, who also does a lot of work on transportation, in particular on the committee. Canadians expect a transportation system that allows them to travel safety and to bring global trade through our partners' jurisdicti

Transportation Modernization Act  Madam Speaker, it is a pleasure to speak today, on behalf of many of my colleagues, to Bill C-49. I had the opportunity and pleasure, and privilege, to work on this, starting before we came back to the House. I worked with many great people on the committee and with witnesses and