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During question period on the economy, the Conservative leader raised the rising cost of living, citing a 10% increase in the price of a Thanksgiving meal and asking when Canadians would be able to afford it. The Prime Minister, after also wishing Canadians a happy Thanksgiving and marking a tragic anniversary, said the government has taken affordability measures, including support of up to twenty thousand dollars for families. Both members also exchanged Thanksgiving wishes.Written by AI from the debate. Updated .

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Pierre Poilievre

Conservative
“A Thanksgiving meal costs 10% more this year than last year. The Prime Minister promised to make life affordable, but prices keep rising. When will Canadians be able to afford this meal?”
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Mr. Speaker, I want to start by wishing you, the Prime Minister and all Canadians a happy Thanksgiving. Unfortunately, for many families, the cost of their Thanksgiving meal will take some of the joy out of the day. According to Dalhousie University, the cost of a Thanksgiving meal has risen by 10% since last year. One year after this Prime Minister came to power, despite his promises on affordability, things cost more. When will Canadians be able to afford a Thanksgiving meal?

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Mark Carney

Liberal
“I want to mark this tragic anniversary and wish everyone a happy Thanksgiving. Our government has given families twenty thousand dollars each to help with high costs.”

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Mr. Speaker, first of all, I would like to join the member for Toronto—St. Paul’s and all members of the House in marking this tragic anniversary. I would also like to join the Leader of the Opposition in wishing all Canadians a happy Thanksgiving. The government has taken measures to help with affordability, to the tune of $20,000 per family.

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