“Inflation is high. Everything costs more. The Prime Minister spends too much. What will he do for seniors?”
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Seniors
During question period, the Conservatives brought up the financial struggles of seniors and called out rising costs of living that are forcing many to keep working past retirement age. The Liberals mostly responded by talking up existing government support programs and touting Canada's fiscal position, without directly addressing the specific issues raised.
“We lowered the retirement age. The other party would raise it. We are helping with groceries. Our benefit will help many people.”
“Many seniors in Quebec are worried about money when they retire. The government's solution to everything is more debt, higher costs and more taxes. Seniors deserve better. Will the government stop burying seniors in debt?”
“Canada's economy is growing and our debt is fine. You say you care about seniors, but you voted against a program that spends money on them. Maybe you should feel bad about that.”
“The government spends too much and it causes inflation. Seniors can't pay their bills. The Prime Minister should help seniors instead of traveling the world.”
“We are there for seniors. We think about how to help them. But my colleague voted against lowering the retirement age. Seniors have problems with food prices. I like my colleague. I want to work with him to help seniors with money problems.”