“Our plan is creating good jobs for Canadians. I want the minister to update the House on what today's job numbers mean for workers and families.”

“Madam Speaker, when the Canadian economy faces headwinds, Conservatives are quick to highlight the negatives, but when Canadian workers succeed and this side of the House brings good news, their silence is deafening. The reality is that our plan to build a stronger, more resilient Canadian economy is creating more well-paying careers and opportunities for Canadians. Supporting workers and growing the economy should not be a partisan issue. It should be something we can all celebrate. Can the Minister of Jobs and Families update the House on what today’s job numbers mean for Canadian workers and families?”

“Canada added 88,000 new jobs in May, and we have 100,000 jobs for summer students this year. We must stay focused on jobs for Canadians.”

“Madam Speaker, may I start with what a joy it has been to have that hard-working member of Parliament join our benches. Her experience in agriculture and farming is such an asset to the government. Here is a number that, I suspect, is not going to make it into the clips that the Conservatives usually use to rage farm across this country. In fact, 88,000 net new jobs were announced in May and there are 100,000 jobs for summer students this year. It is really important that we stay focused on what Canadians expect us to stay focused on, which is their opportunities in the workforce.”

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  Government answer in Question Period

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  Much of this statement went to praise, blame, greetings, routine procedure or general stories rather than reasons, requests or specific points.

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