“We are managing the country's money well. Our deficit is lower than expected, and Canada's economy is one of the fastest growing in the G7. We are investing in skilled trades, large projects, and the military to create jobs and grow the economy.”

“Madam Speaker, my hon. colleague knows well that we have a smaller-than-projected deficit because we are managing the nation’s fiscal capacity with responsibility. We have the lowest debt-to-GDP ratio in the G7. The member will know that we have the second-fastest growing economy in the G7. The path ahead for Canada, despite the challenges we face, is bright. We are launching major projects and investing in the skilled trades to add 100,000 new workers to the economy. We are making massive investments in the Canadian Armed Forces in the defence industrial strategy, which is going to create jobs in every part of this country. We need to invest in Canada and invest in Canadians to grow this economy.”

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“Our government spends money to help families with daily costs, feed kids at school, create jobs, and give soldiers a raise. The Conservatives do not see the value in this spending, but I am proud of it.”

“Madam Speaker, Oscar Wilde once described a “cynic” as someone who knows the cost of everything but the value of nothing. Do the Conservatives not see the value in investing in making sure families have money to support the cost of living through the Canada child benefit and the groceries and essentials benefit? Do they not see value in investing in the national school food program? Do they not see value in advancing major projects to put people to work in this country, and do they not see value in giving a raise to the men and women who serve in the Canadian Armed Forces? We are building an economy that can stand on its own two feet, diversifying our trading relationships and using our fiscal capacities to support people in need. If that makes me just another Liberal, I am damn proud to be one.”

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“The government shared the results of its food fishery survey, which had over 9,500 responses. We know the food fishery is important to Newfoundland and Labrador, and we need to get this right.”

“Madam Speaker, last week the minister was pleased to publish the “What We Heard” report from the food fishery survey. This was the largest survey done by DFO, with over 9,500 participants. We want to thank everyone who responded to the survey in order to allow us to work better for the people of the member across the aisle’s statement. Our government knows how important the food fishery is in the province of Newfoundland and Labrador. We need to get this—”

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“The Conservatives will not say what they plan to cut. I want the member to tell us which projects in Newfoundland and Labrador his party would stop funding.”

“Madam Speaker, it is very rich to hear this debate today. The Conservatives are still refusing to come clean with Canadians about where it is they plan to cut. The member is from Newfoundland and Labrador. Will he say what project the Conservatives are going to pull the plug on and tell workers to go home? Is it the Marina Redmond Centre in Corner Brook? Is it the Build Canada Homes announcement of 130 secure, affordable units for seniors in St. John’s, the water infrastructure through the western coast, or the Tors Cove Hall that our government is providing funding for? Please, can they just tell us? We have been asking.”

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“Canada is doing well, and Conservatives need to see that. We need to spend money on public projects and our people to make the country stronger. Conservatives should join us instead of being negative.”

“Madam Speaker, how depressing it must be to be a Conservative member of Parliament. Let me give members some good advice. Canada is not broken. There are a lot of good things that are taking place. All they need to do is open their eyes and open their mind. If we believe in Canada, we need to invest in Canada. That means building on infrastructure. It means investing in Canadians. The Conservatives have a choice. They can either get on board and be part of a team Canada approach to build a stronger Canada, or continue to be a depressed group of people. Some hon. members: Oh, oh!”

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“The premier of Saskatchewan praised our economic plan and said it is good for the country. Canadians want to build our economy together. I want to know why the Conservatives do not.”

“Madam Speaker, do you know who had something positive to say about the spring economic statement? It was Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe, the premier of the province of that member. When he was talking about the sovereign wealth fund, he said, “We would say this is a good initiative for our nation. I think it really speaks to what we need to do in this nation, and working together at all levels of government to ensure that we can aspire to achieve what the Prime Minister said... [about Canada] being the strongest economy in the G7 and Canada becoming an energy superpower.” Canadians want to be part of building this country. Why do the Conservatives not?”

“Our economy is doing well. The deficit, home prices, and rents are down. Growth, investment, and exports are up. Wages are growing twice as fast as in the United States. We also have a plan to put 100,000 skilled workers to work.”

“Madam Speaker, here are a few facts for my colleague across the way. The deficit is down. GDP growth is up. Non-U.S. exports are up by almost a whopping 40%. Investment is at a 20-year high. Wage growth is up and two times stronger in Canada than in the United States. Home prices are coming down. Rents are down. We have a plan to put 100,000 apprentices to work. Those are going to be the steamfitters, the electricians, the carpenters and the mechanics in my colleague’s riding and mine. That is a plan to build Canada strong.”

“Our spending builds needed infrastructure in our communities. I want to know which Ontario transit, energy, and mining projects the Conservatives want to cancel. We are ready to invest in Ontario, and the Conservatives should get out of the way.”

“Madam Speaker, when Conservatives talk about spending, they ignore the fact that these are investments that build communities and the infrastructure that we need. The member opposite is from Ontario. I would like to know what projects he would like to cancel. Is it our commitment to GO 2.0? Is it the Scarborough subway extension? Is it the Hamilton LRT? Is it the Darlington nuclear project? Is it the critical minerals strategy for northern Ontario? If the Conservatives do not believe now is the time to build and invest, they can get out of the way. We are ready to invest in Ontario.”

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“Our government is helping people in British Columbia and across Canada. We are sending grocery benefit payments on June 5. We also cut the fuel tax by 10 cents a litre until Labour Day to save people money.”

“Madam Speaker, I have a lot of respect for my colleague opposite. Coming from British Columbia, we know that British Columbians want to see measures that are going to support them. That is why things like the groceries and essentials benefit are helping Canadians. It is going to be in their bank accounts on June 5. They want to see measures like the reduction in the fuel tax, which is saving 10¢ a litre, and that is keeping money in their pockets between now and Labour Day. They want to see the steps that we are taking. British Columbia can see that we are doing the work to support Canadians.”