Fayçal El-Khoury

“I condemn the armed attack on a church in Jordan that killed nine Christians and hurt 40 others. All religious groups have the right to be safe. I stand with the people of Jordan and all Christians in the Middle East.”

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to condemn the horrific attack against Christians in the kingdom of Jordan that took place last Friday, when armed fanatics stormed a Greek Orthodox church and killed nine people and injured 40 during a funeral. They were killed only because they were Christians. I appreciate and value the response and support of His Majesty King Abdullah II ibn Al Hussein and the Jordanian authorities. All minorities have an inalienable right to safety and dignity under the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, whether they are Muslim, Jewish or Christian. This attack is an assault on humanity and on the idea of peaceful coexistence between communities. I stand in solidarity with the people of Jordan as well as with all Christians in the Middle East. May the victims rest in peace and may they live on forever in our memory.”

“I want to thank Medical Relief Group Canada. The group recently sent medicine to Lebanon and made sure it reached people in need.”

“Mr. Speaker, today, I want to acknowledge the remarkable work of the non-governmental organization Medical Relief Group Canada, which promotes the Canadian values of solidarity, generosity and compassion both at home and abroad. Recently, the organization sent a large shipment of medicine to Lebanon and personally oversaw its distribution to ensure that this essential aid reaches those who are most vulnerable and in the greatest need. I also want to express my sincere appreciation for the founders and leaders of this organization, who are on the Hill today, for their vision, dedication and leadership both at home and abroad.”

“Canada gave over $37.7 million to help Lebanon with food, health care, shelter, and water. I want an update on how that aid is helping people there.”

“Mr. Speaker, on March 12, in response to the Government of Lebanon’s urgent request for humanitarian support, the Government of Canada announced more than $37.7 million in funding to provide critical assistance in Lebanon, including food, medical and health services, shelter and clean water. One month on, could the Secretary of State for International Development update the House on the impact our humanitarian assistance is having on the ground?”