International Development  Mr. Speaker, our government is determined to support sustainable development goals and address climate objectives. Meeting 2030 targets will require more resources than just what governments can provide. That is why we will contribute $20 million to the global infrastructure hub

International Development  Madam Speaker, before I begin, I would like to take an opportunity to send my condolences to the families of the victims of the shooting that took place at the synagogue in Pittsburgh. Our hearts are with the Jewish community in Pittsburgh and Canada. Our government will always s

International Development  Madam Speaker, UNRWA and its donors take neutrality extremely seriously. In Canada's view, UNRWA has demonstrated its commitment to increasing strong accountability and neutrality measures among its more than 30,000 employees. UNRWA has acknowledged that some staff have misused

Sikh Heritage Month Act  Madam Speaker, [Member spoke in Punjabi] [English] I rise today to speak on Bill C-376, the Sikh heritage month act. First and foremost, I want to take this opportunity to thank my good friend from Surrey—Newton for bringing this bill forward. This bill would help to provide

Human Rights  Mr. Speaker, our government believes the human rights of all persons to be universal and indivisible, and these include the human rights of LGBTQ2 persons. We will continue to champion respect for diversity and human rights, including the rights of LGBTQ2 persons, with fellow mem

The Environment  Mr. Speaker, first and foremost, I want to thank the member for Courtenay—Alberni for his continued interest in combatting plastic pollution in our waterways and oceans. As we all know, the private members' business system is a lottery. No member is guaranteed the opportunity to

The Environment  Mr. Speaker, I again want to thank the hon. member for his advocacy and all of the important work he does on behalf of his constituents, the environment and oceans, and I certainly look forward to debating his private member's motion. This is a complex issue that requires a com

International Development  Mr. Speaker, I thank my colleague from London North Centre for his commitment to international issues. Controlling outbreaks of emerging infectious diseases, such as ebola, is extremely important to ensure the health and safety of Canadians and citizens around the world. This ye

Criminal Code  Mr. Speaker, I am proud to speak on Bill C-75. Through this bill, our government is fulfilling its promise to move forward with comprehensive criminal justice reform. Once passed, this legislation would have a real effect on court delays and help reduce the overrepresentation of

Criminal Code  Mr. Speaker, I am proud of the work our government has done to introduce this legislation to modernize the criminal justice system and reduce court delays. The proposed reforms are a key component of a federal strategy to transform the criminal justice system and make it more e

Criminal Code  Mr. Speaker, I appreciate the hon. member's question, but this is a very comprehensive piece of legislation that was done in consultation with many key stakeholders. As we have said all along, there is no simple solution for addressing the issue of court delays. We are already do

Criminal Code  Mr. Speaker, what I just heard from my hon. colleague is just absurd. Again, with Bill C-75 we are advocating bold reforms that would address court delays in our criminal justice system. Nothing in this bill would change the fundamental principles of sentencing. Our courts will c

Criminal Code  I would appreciate if the hon. member would let me speak, when he could have—

Postal Services Resumption and Continuation Act  Mr. Speaker, before I begin, I would like to inform you that I will be splitting my time with the member for Brampton Centre. I rise to participate in this debate with regret. Since our election in 2015, our government has been working with organized labour and employers in find

Postal Services Resumption and Continuation Act  Mr. Speaker, I have heard from postal workers in my riding and, of course, from other Canadians and my constituents. I have also heard from people who are waiting to receive a parcel. I have heard from businesses that have been tremendously impacted by this strike. Our governmen