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During question period on finance, the Conservatives raised the rising cost of food, saying about one in three Canadians is borrowing money to buy groceries and that more than two million people a month use food banks, and they asked whether the government’s spending, which they put at a $67-billion deficit, is hurting Canadians. The Liberals said food costs are a serious concern and pointed to investments in programs such as the Canada child benefit to help families with expenses, adding that they are proud to maintain and build social programs that set Canada apart.Written by AI from the debate. Updated .

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Carlos Leitão

Liberal
“Food costs are a big problem, and families are struggling. We are spending money on programs like the Canada child benefit to help them pay for what they need.”

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Madam Speaker, of course, issues related to the cost of food are very important. We are all saddened by the fact that some Canadian families have to turn to food banks to put food on the table. That is why we are making significant investments in social programs that help families, including the Canada child benefit. Thousands of families in every riding are getting thousands of dollars to help them get through these tough times. Social programs are important and they are what sets Canada apart—

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Carlos Leitão

Liberal
“Our government is spending a lot of money to support families. We are protecting and growing social programs that help Canadians care for one another.”

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Madam Speaker, I am proud to be part of a government that is investing heavily in our families. We have social programs. We have programs that our American neighbours do not have. We are proud to be able to preserve, maintain and build upon these programs. That is what sets Canada apart. It is what makes Canada Canada. We support one another. It is not every person for themselves. It is not survival of the fittest. We know that by working together, we will go further.

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