“Canadians should be hopeful about the economy. Spending is up, wages are beating inflation, and the country added 88,000 jobs in May.”

“Mr. Speaker, it is times like this that remind me of the famous pragmatic philosopher William James, who famously said, “Pessimism leads to weakness, optimism to power.” Perhaps there is no quote that could better explain the misfortunes of the Conservative Party of Canada in the House. However, let us be honest. Despite the headwinds, there is much to be optimistic about in the Canadian economy: 1.5% in consumer spending, wages outpacing inflation every month this government has been in power and 88,000 jobs in May. That is 800—”

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“The Conservatives only talk about bad economic news. Our government is helping 12 million people buy food and essentials, and Canada just added 88,000 new jobs.”

“Mr. Speaker, I want Canadians to realize what the Conservatives choose to spend their time on in a time of great anxiety and uncertainty. They choose to amplify bad news in our economy. They choose to be pessimistic at a time when Canadians need optimism. Canadians need a government that lifts them up. That is what our government is doing by investing in 12 million Canadians with the groceries and essentials benefit. We are celebrating 88,000 new jobs in the Canadian economy, exceeding expectations by 800%. That is the kind of government Canadians deserve. They deserve much better—”

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“Canada's economy is doing better than many other countries. Our economy is stable, we are creating jobs, and we are helping Canadians. The Conservatives are just trying to scare people.”

“Mr. Speaker, Canadians deserve facts, not Conservative fear. Labelling the economy without context does not help workers or businesses. The Bank of Canada has, in fact, cautioned against doing that. Economies around the world are facing global uncertainty, but Canada is weathering these global headwinds better than many of our peers. Our economy is stable, jobs are being created and we continue to support Canadians through these headwinds. We will remain focused on affordability, economic growth and supporting jobs, while the Conservatives remain focused on fearmongering.”

“The Conservatives keep asking the exact same question. The truth is that Canada's economy is growing. We have a higher employment rate than the United States, and we added 88,000 jobs last month.”

“Mr. Speaker, it seems that the Conservatives’ photocopier is out of toner, because they have all received the exact same photocopy of the exact same question. It is too bad that the Conservative leader does not trust his MPs to ask an original question. Perhaps they might ask about their local businesses or something that is happening in their own province. It is the same question over and again. We have to stick to the facts. Canada’s economy is growing. In fact, Canada has surpassed the U.S. when it comes to having a higher employment rate. The Canadian economy, because Canadians are working hard, added 88,000 jobs in the last month. We have a plan and we are working hard to make sure that Canadians are getting ahead.”

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“Alberta has added 104,000 jobs since last year, which is the most of any province. Conservatives should stop speaking poorly of Alberta and praise the hard work of its people and businesses.”

“Mr. Speaker, my colleague from Alberta on the Conservative benches must have missed the latest job numbers for our province. Employment in Alberta is up 104,000 compared to this time last year. It is the strongest year-over-year jobs growth of any province. This is thanks to resilient Alberta workers and businesses that are building, hiring, investing and helping to drive Canada’s economy forward. Conservatives from Alberta should stop talking down their own constituents and acknowledge the work they are doing to build a better economy.”