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Madam Speaker, Procedure · 25 wordsI will be sharing my time with the member for Regina—Lewvan. I am pleased to rise today to speak to the spring 2026 economic update.Procedure Positioning · 32 wordsAt a time when many families are still feeling the strain of the cost of living, it is essential that our government continue to act in a responsible, practical and compassionate manner.PositioningVague promise Claims · 65 wordsIn Rosemère, Boisbriand, Saint-Eustache and Deux-Montagnes, the people I represent are very clear about their concerns. They talk to us about grocery prices. They talk to us about housing. They tell us about their children. They also tell us about their aging parents. They tell us about their small businesses, their jobs, their retirement and their ability to make ends meet. These concerns are real, Reasoning · 12 wordsand they must guide our work here in the House of Commons. Claims · 44 wordsThe spring economic update proposes measures designed specifically to address these realities. It proposes measures to make life more affordable, support housing construction, help workers and strengthen our economy. It also recognizes the importance of investing in communities, families, seniors, women and young people. Reasoning · 21 wordsI do not believe that an economic update should just be a series of numbers. Behind every policy, there are people. Anecdote · 49 wordsA family in Boisbriand is looking for a bigger home. A young couple in Deux-Montagnes wants to buy their first home. A senior in Rosemère wants to continue living with dignity in their community, and a business owner in Saint-Eustache wants to keep their employees and grow their business.Anecdote Reasoning · 10 wordsThese are the people we all need to work for. Procedure · 11 wordsI want to begin by talking about the cost of living.Procedure Claims · 27 wordsFamilies across the country are facing tough choices. Prices have gone up, budgets are tight and people want to know that their government is there for them. Reasoning · 63 wordsSupport measures for groceries and essentials are important because they provide direct support to the people who need it most. This support may appear modest to some, but for a family that has to watch every penny, for a single person, a single mother or a senior on a fixed income, it can make all the difference. Affordability must remain a top priority. Claims · 41 wordsHousing is a major issue. My riding is home to some beautiful communities. As I said earlier, Rosemère, Boisbriand, Saint-Eustache and Deux-Montagnes are places where people want to live, work, raise their children and age in place near their loved ones.Partly on point Reasoning · 40 wordsFor that to remain possible, we need more housing. We need housing that is accessible to everyone: young families, seniors and single people. We also need to work with the Government of Quebec, the municipalities, organizations and the private sector. Claims · 10 wordsThe federal government cannot do it all on its own. Reasoning · 60 wordsIt is by working with the municipalities, provinces and territories that we can build a stronger Canada. However, the federal government has an important role to play in speeding up construction, supporting partners and contributing to practical solutions. We must build more housing, but we have to be smart about it and build it close to services and public transit. Claims · 17 wordsTake, for example, the two stations located at either end of the Réseau express métropolitain, or REM. Reasoning · 11 wordsIt is important that we build housing near this transit system.1Partly on point Claims · 11 wordsI believe it is open in Montreal’s west end as well.Off point Reasoning · 25 wordsWe need to build housing while respecting the quality of life in our neighbourhoods. We need to build housing that meets current and future needs. Procedure · 12 wordsI also want to highlight the importance of supporting workers and businesses.Procedure Claims · 53 wordsSMEs play a vital role in Rivière‑des‑Mille‑Îles. They create jobs, support families, contribute to our cities’ vitality, sponsor our local events and bring our commercial streets to life. However, they also face challenges: Operating costs are high, labour can sometimes be hard to find and investments are expensive. Entrepreneurs need stability and predictability. Aside · 13 wordsAs my colleague for Lévis—Lotbinière would say, predictability in financial matters is important.AsideOff point Claims · 31 wordsEntrepreneurs also need measures that allow them to keep moving forward. The economic update supports growth, productivity, training and investments. These are important priorities for Canada and for our local businesses. Reasoning · 46 wordsWhen a business in Boisbriand invests in new equipment, it is good for the local economy. When an SME in Saint-Eustache hires a young worker, it is good for the future. When a business in Rosemère makes it through a tough time, the entire community benefits. Procedure · 7 wordsI also want to talk about Quebec.Procedure Claims · 87 wordsQuebec has a strong, diversified and innovative economy. We have dynamic SMEs and qualified workers. We have strategic sectors, including clean technology, critical minerals, energy, construction and aerospace. They are found mainly in the Lower Laurentians, but also throughout the metropolitan area. The agri-food and agri-food processing industries are strongly represented in my riding, and the same is true of the AI industry in the Montreal area. The economic update recognizes the importance of supporting major projects, training and supply chains. That represents significant opportunities for Quebec. Reasoning · 40 wordsHowever, economic development must always be carried out responsibly. We must respect communities and the environment. We must include indigenous people and create sustainable, high-quality jobs. That is how we will build an economy that is both strong and fair. Claims · 29 wordsAs chair of the women’s caucus, where we have achieved 41% gender parity, I would also like to point out that economic decisions have very real impacts on women.2 Positioning · 54 wordsWhen we talk about the cost of living, we are talking about women. When we talk about housing, we are talking about women. When we talk about food security, we are talking about women. When we talk about violence, health, safe sport, community services and support for families, we are also talking about women.Positioning Claims · 25 wordsWomen are at the heart of our economy. They are workers, entrepreneurs, caregivers, heads of households, students and volunteers. They are leaders in our communities. Reasoning · 11 wordsWe must therefore ensure that our economic policies reflect their reality. Anecdote · 50 wordsA single mother looking for affordable housing, an elderly woman living alone, an entrepreneur wanting to grow her business, a young girl wanting to play sports in a safe environment, or a woman leaving a violent situation who needs a safe place: all these realities must be taken into account.Anecdote Reasoning · 5 wordsIt is a collective responsibility. Procedure · 24 wordsAs members know, I am proud to represent Rivière-des-Mille-Îles. I am proud to represent Rosemère, Boisbriand, Saint-Eustache and Deux-Montagnes in the House of Commons.Procedure Claims · 41 wordsThese are strong, close-knit, and deeply compassionate communities with families that are community oriented, seniors who built our towns, young people eager to contribute, extraordinary community organizations, volunteers willing to give their time freely, and entrepreneurs creating jobs and local wealth. Reasoning · 75 wordsThese people deserve a government that listens to them. They deserve a government that takes things seriously.Partly on point They deserve a government that understands that the economy is not just about growth. The economy is about dignity, security, the ability to find housing, feed one’s family, and have access to a good job. It is also about aging in good health and within one’s community. It is the hope of building something better for our children. Procedure · 10 wordsI would like to add a point about international trade.Procedure Claims · 20 wordsI also have the pleasure of serving on the Standing Committee on International Trade. Recently, we visited Brazil and Argentina.3 Positioning · 7 wordsEven there, our Prime Minister’s leadership resonates.Positioning Claims · 19 wordsPeople are still talking about his speech in Davos: “If you’re not at the table, you’re on the menu.”4 Aside · 11 wordsJust imagine, people in Latin America are still talking about it.AsideOff point Procedure · 11 wordsNow I will be happy to answer my colleagues’ friendly questions.Procedure
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