“I want to honour Dr. Juliet Daniel, who died last week. She was a leading scientist who helped us understand how cancer spreads, especially in Black women. I send my condolences to her loved ones.”

“Mr. Speaker, last week, we lost Dr. Juliet Daniel, a remarkable scientist, mentor and leader whose legacy will live on. Born in Barbados, she came to study at Queen’s University and she earned her Ph.D. at UBC. She went on to become a full professor at McMaster University and a respected voice in her field. I had the privilege of meeting her in Ottawa where she spoke about her research on triple negative breast cancer, which disproportionately affects Black women. Her discovery of the gene Kaiso, named after a type of calypso music, was a significant contribution to understanding how cancer spreads. I give my heartfelt condolences to her loved ones. Dr. Daniel’s time on earth was like a comet: brief yet unforgettable. Though our time together was short, I wish her eternal peace. May her legacy continue to inspire women and researchers everywhere.”