“Syrian refugees who came to Canada have built good lives here, but Syria is still suffering. I recently visited Syria and saw the destruction left by the war. Canada helped these refugees ten years ago, and we should keep supporting the people rebuilding Syria.”

“Mr. Speaker, in 2015, Canada welcomed Syrian refugees fleeing the civil war, and many settled in Scarborough Centre—Don Valley East. Some 11 years later, they have become citizens and integrated into the community. They have opened businesses, become professionals and are contributing to all aspects of life, yet their hearts still ache for their homeland of Syria and those left behind. While the civil war has ended, the suffering has not. I recently joined a delegation of parliamentarians and aid organizations and visited Syria. We saw a country still recovering from conflict. We saw rubble and destruction. We also met resilient people determined to rebuild their lives and their country. I thank everyone who welcomed us and shared their stories. I also thank the Union of Medical Care & Relief Organizations and all the aid organizations for the work they are doing on the ground in Syria. Canada stepped up to welcome Syrian refugees a decade ago. Let us—”