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Oil Tanker Moratorium Act Mr. Speaker, I listened intently to the member's comments, as I know she did when I gave my presentation yesterday. There was a particular part of the presentation I gave yesterday that had to do with growing the economy, and I heard some groans from the member opposite, so I tho
June 18th, 2019House debate
Terry BeechLiberal
Business of Supply Mr. Speaker, we have had a price on pollution nationally for 78 days. However, I want to speak specifically about our home province of British Columbia. This member knows that the Conservatives' number one promise is that if they are able to form government, the first day they a
June 18th, 2019House debate
Terry BeechLiberal
Business of Supply Mr. Speaker, I would specifically like to talk about the national price on pollution. It was implemented on April 1. I am glad that the Conservative Party gave it a full 78 days so that they could gather the evidence they need to tell us whether it was successful or not. I woul
June 18th, 2019House debate
Terry BeechLiberal
Natural Resources Mr. Speaker, this government remains committed to delivering on its promise to Canadians to put forward this oil tanker moratorium and to formalize it in legislation. I stood in the House this morning, addressing the Senate amendments that came over. We are hoping to work with
June 17th, 2019House debate
Terry BeechLiberal
Oil Tanker Moratorium Act Mr. Speaker, I completely reject the premise of that question. This type of legislation, along with our larger approach for environmental protections and growing the economy, is designed to help bring the country together. I am not surprised to get those kinds of comments from t
June 17th, 2019House debate
Terry BeechLiberal
Oil Tanker Moratorium Act Mr. Speaker, I look forward to discussing, during this question and answer period, our government's approach to balancing the environment and the economy, versus the Conservatives' previous approach, and what is proposed for the future. There were over 75 consultations with indi
June 17th, 2019House debate
Terry BeechLiberal
Oil Tanker Moratorium Act Mr. Speaker, Vancouver Island is my previous home town. My friend and I have had the opportunity to work on several pieces of legislation, including in my previous role in fisheries. It is important to bring to the attention of the House the extraordinary history that has led to
June 17th, 2019House debate
Terry BeechLiberal
Oil Tanker Moratorium Act Mr. Speaker, my colleague from Saskatchewan is my previous neighbour on the same floor in the Confederation Building. We have had many opportunities to talk about various issues. With regard to the defining difference the member raised, we are looking at banning persistent oils
June 17th, 2019House debate
Terry BeechLiberal
Oil Tanker Moratorium Act Mr. Speaker, on what is likely the last sitting week of the 42nd Parliament, I appreciate the opportunity to outline both the necessity and benefits of Bill C-48, otherwise known as the oil tanker moratorium act. Let me begin by reminding members that Bill C-48 is the fulfillment
June 17th, 2019House debate
Terry BeechLiberal
Transport Mr. Speaker, our government has announced the intent to amalgamate the Oshawa and Hamilton port authorities. Both ports play an important role in southern Ontario by linking our businesses to global markets and by providing jobs to middle-class families. The integration will al
June 14th, 2019House debate
Terry BeechLiberal
The Environment Mr. Speaker, when it comes to investing in VIA Rail and our passenger rail services, we are doing it correctly. We are making it more green, we are making it more energy efficient and we are making it more accessible. I am very happy that today I can provide an update to the mem
June 3rd, 2019House debate
Terry BeechLiberal
Persons with Disabilities Mr. Speaker, we are focusing on making Canada more accessible, and we are sorry for the situation that happened to this couple. Our government takes accessibility and transportation in Canada very seriously, and we are standing up for Canadian air passengers to ensure they are tr
June 3rd, 2019House debate
Terry BeechLiberal
Budget Implementation Act, 2019, No. 1 Mr. Speaker, I listened closely to my friend opposite's speech. He was talking a lot about deficits and debt, so I did some quick googling to make sure my numbers were right. The previous Conservative government rang up over 150 billion dollars' worth of debt. The previous Conse
May 31st, 2019House debate
Terry BeechLiberal
Transport Mr. Speaker, we recognize the seriousness of the issue of reduced intercity bus service in western Canada that has resulted from Greyhound's exit, and we have offered funding to help address this problem. I appreciate greatly the constituents' specific concerns just raised by the
May 30th, 2019House debate
Terry BeechLiberal
Transport Mr. Speaker, no relationship is more important than the one between the Government of Canada and indigenous peoples. Like our government, the provinces and territories have a lead role in this area. That being said, we recognize the impact these reductions have had on indigenous
May 30th, 2019House debate
Terry BeechLiberal