Employment  Mr. Speaker, last summer 148 young people in my riding of Marc-Aurèle-Fortin took advantage of the Canada summer jobs program. Could the Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Labour tell the House about the details of the program for 2017?

Community Organizations  Mr. Speaker, I cannot rise today without mentioning last Sunday's tragedy. We are all at a loss for words. I had planned on first saying that it is an honour to rise for the first time this year on behalf of my constituents in Marc-Aurèle-Fortin. My riding is enriched by its peo

People of Marc-Aurèle-Fortin  Mr. Speaker, December is just around the corner, and it is the last month of a year in which we accomplished a great deal for our country and our constituents. I would like to take this opportunity to thank the wonderful people of my riding of Marc-Aurèle-Fortin for putting their

Education  Mr. Speaker, as a former teacher, I care a great deal about our young students' future prospects. Can the Minister of Science tell us how the federal government is encouraging our young people to learn about new technologies in a world where technology is constantly evolving?

Remembrance Day  Mr. Speaker, on this first day of November, I rise as the member for Marc-Aurèle-Fortin and as a former air cadet officer with the Royal Canadian Air Force. Remembrance Day is coming up. I invite my constituents and all Canadians to observe Remembrance Day on November 11. Armis

Poverty Reduction Act  Madam Speaker, it is my privilege to take the floor today regarding a very special bill, a bill that clearly shows that our government has scored a bull’s-eye with its efforts to reduce poverty all across the country. I am of course speaking of Bill C-245. First of all, I would

Kathleen Gagnon  Mr. Speaker, October is Women's History Month, so I would like to recognize the outstanding contribution of someone from my beautiful riding of Marc-Aurèle-Fortin. Over the past few months, I have had the immense privilege of meeting people who care about improving the day-to-d

Roseline Filion and Meaghan Benfeito  Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the achievements of two of our paralympic athletes. Hearty congratulations to Roseline Filion and Meaghan Benfeito, who distinguished themselves in synchronized diving. This duo from my riding, Marc-Aurèle-Fortin, and that of my colleague,

Health  Mr. Speaker, millions of Canadians suffer from arthritis, a disease that affects seniors in particular. With that in mind, what measures are this government and the Minister of Health taking to help arthritis sufferers and prevent new cases?

Fabrose Soccer Club  Mr. Speaker, since 1974, young families and athletes in Laval have been counting on the Fabrose soccer club to provide a range of services to players, coaches, referees, and other volunteers. As the honorary president of the 2016 Fabrose finals, I would like to underscore how muc

The Environment  Mr. Speaker, budget 2016 provides funding for electric vehicles as well as alternative fuels infrastructure. These initiatives will allow for more low-carbon-emitting vehicles and will benefit both our economy and our environment. Can the Minister of Natural Resources tell the H

Budget Implementation Act, 2016, No. 1.  Mr. Speaker, I was saying that naturally, contrary to what members across the way think, the seniors in Marc-Aurèle-Fortin are very happy with the measures that our government is putting in place. They will benefit all seniors throughout Canada and not just those in Marc-Aurèle-F

Budget Implementation Act, 2016, No. 1.  Mr. Speaker, I thank my colleague for her question. My speech this morning was really about seniors all across Canada. This does not mean that I do not support measures for farmers and measures in other areas. Today I simply wanted to emphasize the support that we are providing

Budget Implementation Act, 2016, No. 1.  Mr. Speaker, I thank the member for his question. It is important to understand that not only has the Minister of Finance often talked about it, but it is also included in the budget. I would ask the members to reread the budget. Maybe then they will change their minds and suppo

Budget Implementation Act, 2016, No. 1.  Mr. Speaker, I need not answer that question because the budget is clear: we are here for our seniors. I can assure hon. members that in my riding every senior will benefit from this very logical and well-received measure.