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National Mining Week Mr. Speaker, today marks the beginning of National Mining Week. The focus of Mining Week is to highlight the innovations and accomplishments made by the mining industry and showcase the idea of advancing the industry to become more sustainable and environmentally sound. Canada's
May 9th, 2022House debate
Viviane LaPointeLiberal
Official Languages Mr. Speaker, francophones outside Quebec need strong institutions to help their communities grow and prosper. Francophones in Sudbury and northern Ontario would like to see the University of Sudbury return to its francophone roots as an autonomous French-language university under
May 2nd, 2022House debate
Viviane LaPointeLiberal
The Environment Mr. Speaker, last week, the government supported the Nature Conservancy of Canada's Boreal Wildlands project, the largest single private conservation project in Canada. The Boreal Wildlands is a project of global importance and a rare opportunity to have a direct impact on biodi
April 26th, 2022House debate
Viviane LaPointeLiberal
Agriculture and Agri-Food Mr. Speaker, our government understands how important it is to support our young people early in their careers. This is especially true when it comes to our next generation of farmers. Could the Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food update us on wh
March 23rd, 2022House debate
Viviane LaPointeLiberal
World Down Syndrome Day Mr. Speaker, today, March 21, marks World Down Syndrome Day. This day was created to raise public awareness, promote inclusivity, encourage advocacy and support the well-being of those living with Down syndrome. People with Down syndrome have an inherent right to be accepted and
March 21st, 2022House debate
Viviane LaPointeLiberal
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Mr. Speaker, our government knows that immigration is critical to Canada's economic recovery. Rural and northern communities are facing significant demographic challenges and often have a tough time attracting and retaining newcomers, who choose to settle in big cities. Could t
February 14th, 2022House debate
Viviane LaPointeLiberal
International Day of Women and Girls in Science Madam Speaker, today is International Day of Women and Girls in Science, a day that highlights the importance of ensuring equal access and full participation of women and girls in science and technology. Our role is to ensure that women and girls are not only present in science,
February 11th, 2022House debate
Viviane LaPointeLiberal
Natural Resources Mr. Speaker, my riding of Sudbury has a long, proud mining history. Canada has the potential to become a world leader in critical minerals. Could the Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry give us an update on the critical mining strategy the government is developing?
February 3rd, 2022House debate
Viviane LaPointeLiberal
Seniors Mr. Speaker, seniors built the Canada we know and love today. Their retirement should be secure, and they should have the financial supports they need. GIS recipients are the most financially vulnerable seniors. Can the Prime Minister please update the House on what we are doing
December 8th, 2021House debate
Viviane LaPointeLiberal
Totten Mine Rescue Mr. Speaker, recently, in my riding of Sudbury, 39 miners were underground at Vale’s Totten mine when an accident damaged the elevator. The miners were working more than 1,200 metres underground. A plan was carried out to bring all the miners back to the surface. The climb to s
December 2nd, 2021House debate
Viviane LaPointeLiberal