Ramsay, a former family doctor, defends the firearms buyback and its compensation program, Bill C-22’s tools for police, and the suspended fuel excise tax, and argues for a common medical assistance in dying framework across provinces. He makes his case by weighing timing and design—“a measure is only effective when it is implemented at the right time”—and backs his answers with figures.Written by AI from their statements. Updated .
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“The program did work, but it was stopped because doctors did not support it. It had management problems, so the minister ordered an independent review. The Auditor General agreed with this plan and chose not to investigate. We will not spend any more money on this program until the review proves it helps doctors and Canadians.”
“Mr. Speaker, first, I would like to comment on the remarks made by the member opposite. He said that the program did not work. That is not entirely accurate. In fact, the program has been relaunched. An agreement has been signed with at least one province to date. In fact, what was found was that the program did not have the full support of the medical community, which is why it was discontinued. That said, it does not necessarily mean that the program was not working. Second, with regard to what happened in terms of governance, I will reiterate what the minister has already said, which is that there were shortcomings. That is why she launched an independent review of the organizational structure and mandate of Canada Health Infoway. This approach was welcomed by the Auditor General, who herself concluded that there was no need for her to conduct her own investigation. She was satisfied with this approach. Given that the Auditor General was satisfied, I think we should wait to see the findings of this review. The government has already indicated that it will take note of them and ensure that the Canada Health Infoway program becomes operational again. For now, no supplementary budget has been allocated because we take the management of public funds seriously. No further payments will be made until we receive the findings and an assurance that the money invested in Canada Health Infoway is meeting the needs of the medical community and Canadians.”
Mr. Speaker, first, I would like to comment on the remarks made by the member opposite. He said that the program did not work. That is not entirely accurate. In fact, the program has been relaunched. An agreement has been signed with at least one province to date. In fact, what was found was that the program did not have the full support of the medical community, which is why it was discontinued. That said, it does not necessarily mean that the program was not working. Second, with regard to what happened in terms of governance, I will reiterate what the minister has already said, which is that there were shortcomings. That is why she launched an independent review of the organizational structure and mandate of Canada Health Infoway. This approach was welcomed by the Auditor General, who herself concluded that there was no need for her to conduct her own investigation. She was satisfied with this approach. Given that the Auditor General was satisfied, I think we should wait to see the findings of this review. The government has already indicated that it will take note of them and ensure that the Canada Health Infoway program becomes operational again. For now, no supplementary budget has been allocated because we take the management of public funds seriously. No further payments will be made until we receive the findings and an assurance that the money invested in Canada Health Infoway is meeting the needs of the medical community and Canadians.
“I cannot comment on this ongoing lawsuit. The organization followed proper rules and spent public money well. We started an independent review and audit, and we will act once we see the results.”
“Mr. Speaker, the member opposite is referring to a lawsuit filed by the former president and CEO of Canada Health Infoway. I think it would be inappropriate to comment further on this matter at this time. This is a completely standard procedure. The member opposite can laugh all he wants, but he knows full well that we do not comment on this sort of thing. Again, no one is denying that Canada Health Infoway followed best practices or that Canadians got their money’s worth. That is why the government launched an independent review and an independent audit. We look forward to the results of both, and we will act accordingly.”
Mr. Speaker, the member opposite is referring to a lawsuit filed by the former president and CEO of Canada Health Infoway. I think it would be inappropriate to comment further on this matter at this time. This is a completely standard procedure. The member opposite can laugh all he wants, but he knows full well that we do not comment on this sort of thing. Again, no one is denying that Canada Health Infoway followed best practices or that Canadians got their money’s worth. That is why the government launched an independent review and an independent audit. We look forward to the results of both, and we will act accordingly.
“We are already having independent experts review the spending and management of Canada Health Infoway. The Auditor General agrees another audit right now is not needed. We should let this independent work finish instead of letting the Conservatives interfere.”
“Mr. Speaker, the member opposite asked the same question two weeks ago, and today he will get the same answer that he got two weeks ago. As the Minister of Health said at the time and as she stated in June, while many Canadians have benefited from the work of Canada Health Infoway to advance the interoperability of health data and sharing of that data, important questions have been raised in recent months about the program’s accountability and value for money. That is why the minister launched a multi-phase review of Canada Health Infoway. Phase one involves an independent, third-party audit, which will include a comprehensive review of the organization’s finances and determine whether the funds were used appropriately. Phase two will include an independent review of the organization’s governance structures and operations. This work is currently under way, and it is important that enough time and space be given for fulfilling the critical task of the audit and review. It is not just our government that is saying so. The Auditor General herself said, in response to the minister’s statement, that conducting a performance audit at this time would be duplicative and therefore of limited added value for parliamentarians and Canadians. In my humble opinion, we should let this independent work continue instead of rushing things through with the kind of political interference that the Conservatives are calling for. Canadians deserve a modern health care system that meets their needs, and these reviews will help achieve that.”
Mr. Speaker, the member opposite asked the same question two weeks ago, and today he will get the same answer that he got two weeks ago. As the Minister of Health said at the time and as she stated in June, while many Canadians have benefited from the work of Canada Health Infoway to advance the interoperability of health data and sharing of that data, important questions have been raised in recent months about the program’s accountability and value for money. That is why the minister launched a multi-phase review of Canada Health Infoway. Phase one involves an independent, third-party audit, which will include a comprehensive review of the organization’s finances and determine whether the funds were used appropriately. Phase two will include an independent review of the organization’s governance structures and operations. This work is currently under way, and it is important that enough time and space be given for fulfilling the critical task of the audit and review. It is not just our government that is saying so. The Auditor General herself said, in response to the minister’s statement, that conducting a performance audit at this time would be duplicative and therefore of limited added value for parliamentarians and Canadians. In my humble opinion, we should let this independent work continue instead of rushing things through with the kind of political interference that the Conservatives are calling for. Canadians deserve a modern health care system that meets their needs, and these reviews will help achieve that.
“I support our prison job-training program. It teaches inmates useful skills and helps them get real jobs when they get out. Offenders who find work are less likely to commit crimes again, which makes our communities safer.”
“Mr. Speaker, I do not share that opinion. I think CORCAN does help the labour market, and it helps inmates to achieve their rehabilitation and be productive in our society. I would just remind the hon. member that as members of Parliament, we all want safer communities for our friends, loved ones and constituents. Having inmates going into permanent jobs, jobs that are giving them skills and a salary, is a good way to prevent reoffending. It is in pursuit of this goal that I am pleased to highlight the positive interventions provided by CORCAN that provide offenders with the skills and competencies necessary and that are aligned with labour needs. As stated, there is a direct correlation between an offender’s ability to find employment and rates of recidivism.”
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Mr. Speaker, I do not share that opinion. I think CORCAN does help the labour market, and it helps inmates to achieve their rehabilitation and be productive in our society. I would just remind the hon. member that as members of Parliament, we all want safer communities for our friends, loved ones and constituents. Having inmates going into permanent jobs, jobs that are giving them skills and a salary, is a good way to prevent reoffending. It is in pursuit of this goal that I am pleased to highlight the positive interventions provided by CORCAN that provide offenders with the skills and competencies necessary and that are aligned with labour needs. As stated, there is a direct correlation between an offender’s ability to find employment and rates of recidivism.
“Job training programs in federal prisons keep people safe. Inmates who learn skills are less likely to commit crimes when they get out. These programs teach real jobs like farming, construction, and welding, and they help people find work.”
“Mr. Speaker, through CORCAN, the Correctional Service of Canada actively enhances the safety and security of our institutions and our communities. CORCAN programming does that by providing offenders with a sense of purpose, promoting pro-social behaviour and allowing them to participate in meaningful work. This reduces the risk of violence among offenders in CSC institutions, thereby benefiting the safety of other inmates as well as our correctional staff. CORCAN’s public safety benefits extend much further than within our correctional institutions, as CORCAN actively enhances public safety by providing offenders with the employment skills and experience necessary to become productive, law-abiding citizens and skilled workers when they return to their communities. We all want safer communities for our friends, our loved ones and our constituents. That is why I am proud to acknowledge that employability-related training is available at all federal institutions. This is in addition to the CORCAN-operated on-the-job training sites at 34 CSC institutions across the country and in six community-based operations. Additionally, Correctional Service Canada provides apprenticeship opportunities to offenders through certain on-the-job training assignments in institutions, as well as through the CORCAN community industries program during transitional employment. Research clearly demonstrates that offenders who are employed in their communities are less likely to reoffend and return to federal custody. This is why vocational training for offenders remains so important. Not only is it our duty to do so, but it is effective and it works. It provides offenders with knowledge and skills that are transferable to the workplace and are aligned with industry and the Canadian labour market. Vocational training also results in industry-recognized certificates that enhance the employability of offenders, thereby promoting greater rehabilitation. In fiscal year 2025-26, there were 20,714 certificates earned by offenders for their work in vocational training programs. Further, staff and contractors, and general employment services available in the community, assisted offenders under community supervision to obtain 2,425 community job placements. In response to the member opposite’s question, I would like to advise that offenders participate in training and work programs that are directly transferable and in line with the Canadian labour market. This includes areas of farming, construction, welding, manufacturing and work in the food industry, among others. These are the skills being promoted by CSC facilities, including within CORCAN.”
Mr. Speaker, through CORCAN, the Correctional Service of Canada actively enhances the safety and security of our institutions and our communities. CORCAN programming does that by providing offenders with a sense of purpose, promoting pro-social behaviour and allowing them to participate in meaningful work. This reduces the risk of violence among offenders in CSC institutions, thereby benefiting the safety of other inmates as well as our correctional staff. CORCAN’s public safety benefits extend much further than within our correctional institutions, as CORCAN actively enhances public safety by providing offenders with the employment skills and experience necessary to become productive, law-abiding citizens and skilled workers when they return to their communities. We all want safer communities for our friends, our loved ones and our constituents. That is why I am proud to acknowledge that employability-related training is available at all federal institutions. This is in addition to the CORCAN-operated on-the-job training sites at 34 CSC institutions across the country and in six community-based operations. Additionally, Correctional Service Canada provides apprenticeship opportunities to offenders through certain on-the-job training assignments in institutions, as well as through the CORCAN community industries program during transitional employment. Research clearly demonstrates that offenders who are employed in their communities are less likely to reoffend and return to federal custody. This is why vocational training for offenders remains so important. Not only is it our duty to do so, but it is effective and it works. It provides offenders with knowledge and skills that are transferable to the workplace and are aligned with industry and the Canadian labour market. Vocational training also results in industry-recognized certificates that enhance the employability of offenders, thereby promoting greater rehabilitation. In fiscal year 2025-26, there were 20,714 certificates earned by offenders for their work in vocational training programs. Further, staff and contractors, and general employment services available in the community, assisted offenders under community supervision to obtain 2,425 community job placements. In response to the member opposite’s question, I would like to advise that offenders participate in training and work programs that are directly transferable and in line with the Canadian labour market. This includes areas of farming, construction, welding, manufacturing and work in the food industry, among others. These are the skills being promoted by CSC facilities, including within CORCAN.
“The government should rarely step in to stop strikes. This bill uses the idea of the national interest to decide when to step in, and I think that makes sense. I want to know how the member thinks we should define the national interest.”
“Mr. Speaker, I would like to thank the member for Repentigny for his speech, which has made it very clear where the Bloc Québécois stands on the environmental aspects of Bill C-39. However, I would now like to ask him to speak to us about another area, namely labour relations and the right to strike, and more specifically the use of section 107. This type of recourse has always been exceptional and should remain that way even more so under Bill C-39. This bill introduces the concept of national interest, which, in my view, makes perfect sense. I would just like to hear the MP’s opinion and perhaps get his response on how this criterion of national interest should be defined.”
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Mr. Speaker, I would like to thank the member for Repentigny for his speech, which has made it very clear where the Bloc Québécois stands on the environmental aspects of Bill C-39. However, I would now like to ask him to speak to us about another area, namely labour relations and the right to strike, and more specifically the use of section 107. This type of recourse has always been exceptional and should remain that way even more so under Bill C-39. This bill introduces the concept of national interest, which, in my view, makes perfect sense. I would just like to hear the MP’s opinion and perhaps get his response on how this criterion of national interest should be defined.
“As a former doctor, I know that people need enough money, good jobs, and healthy food to stay healthy. Having enough money is the most important part of good health. Our government is always working on this.”
“Mr. Speaker, I thank my colleague from Brome—Missisquoi for that excellent question. As we know, affordability means economic security, income, employment, food security, and healthy food to eat. These are all key determinants of health that enable Canadians to be productive and enjoy life. This is what I saw every day in my office. Our job is not just to heal all ills. We must also advocate for quality of life, and that starts by looking at the key determinants of health, economic security being probably the most fundamental one. I am very pleased to say that my government is constantly thinking about this issue.”
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Mr. Speaker, I thank my colleague from Brome—Missisquoi for that excellent question. As we know, affordability means economic security, income, employment, food security, and healthy food to eat. These are all key determinants of health that enable Canadians to be productive and enjoy life. This is what I saw every day in my office. Our job is not just to heal all ills. We must also advocate for quality of life, and that starts by looking at the key determinants of health, economic security being probably the most fundamental one. I am very pleased to say that my government is constantly thinking about this issue.
“I want this bill to pass. Pausing the fuel tax is only temporary, and it is keeping gas prices lower. Without it, gas would likely cost over $2 a litre because of global events. I see no proof that oil companies are taking the extra money, though we should keep watching them.”
“Mr. Speaker, my colleague is glossing over the fact that this measure is temporary, whereas he is proposing a measure that will be permanent and may not be appropriate. That said, his concerns are valid. I think we do need to monitor the situation. I have no indications and have not heard anything to suggest that the tax suspension has benefited the oil companies. Obviously, the cost of gas has continued to rise, but I think that can mostly be attributed to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. I think that, without the tax suspension, the price at the pumps would be even higher today, probably above $2 per litre.”
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Mr. Speaker, my colleague is glossing over the fact that this measure is temporary, whereas he is proposing a measure that will be permanent and may not be appropriate. That said, his concerns are valid. I think we do need to monitor the situation. I have no indications and have not heard anything to suggest that the tax suspension has benefited the oil companies. Obviously, the cost of gas has continued to rise, but I think that can mostly be attributed to the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. I think that, without the tax suspension, the price at the pumps would be even higher today, probably above $2 per litre.
“I support pausing the fuel tax right now. Foreign wars and supply problems make fuel expensive today. We can bring the tax back once these risks end.”
“Mr. Speaker, it is important to understand the timing of the tax suspension. Our Conservative friends will tell us they have been advocating for this measure for years. However, a measure is only effective when it is implemented at the right time. Right now, we are experiencing geopolitical tensions due to the war in Ukraine and especially to the war in Iran and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. A measure is only effective when it is implemented for a specific reason, and we will be able to cancel it once this risk disappears, which I hope will be as soon as possible.”
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Mr. Speaker, it is important to understand the timing of the tax suspension. Our Conservative friends will tell us they have been advocating for this measure for years. However, a measure is only effective when it is implemented at the right time. Right now, we are experiencing geopolitical tensions due to the war in Ukraine and especially to the war in Iran and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. A measure is only effective when it is implemented for a specific reason, and we will be able to cancel it once this risk disappears, which I hope will be as soon as possible.
“I want the House to pass this bill. It temporarily pauses the federal tax on gas and diesel to help Canadians with high fuel prices.”
“Mr. Speaker, I am very pleased to speak to the debate on the Canadian fuel affordability act. This measure is truly helping the people of my riding, La Prairie—Atateken, who sometimes have to travel long distances to get to work or as part of their job. Our government is well aware of the pressures associated with the cost of living in Canada, specifically the rising cost of fuel as the world faces serious geopolitical tensions. Across the country, we have seen gas prices skyrocket. This is causing difficulties for many Canadians, so much so that filling up at the gas station has become a source of anxiety for many people. Our government understands this situation well. That is why we have decided to extend a concrete measure that gives consumers a break. One day, all Canadians will have electric vehicles and will no longer be at the mercy of international events, such as closures of the Strait of Hormuz. However, that day has yet to arrive. That is why the Prime Minister announced in April that the government would suspend the federal excise tax on gasoline and diesel until Labour Day, September 7. Still, our approach has always been flexible. It became clear over the summer that geopolitical tensions were still elevated, which was keeping prices at the pump high. That is why the Minister of Finance announced this month that the full suspension would be extended until January 31, 2027, followed by a 50% reduction until March. In my opinion, this decision demonstrates that our government is truly listening to Canadians, studying the facts and developing tangible measures to support Canadian families and businesses. With this announcement, we are suspending the federal excise tax of 10¢ per litre of gasoline and four cents per litre of diesel. We estimate that this suspension of the excise tax is saving Canadian consumers about $5.75 on filling a 50-litre tank using regular gasoline. This suspension comes on the heels of the cancellation of the federal consumer fuel charge that was enacted on April 1, 2025, which was already delivering direct savings to Canadians at the pump. That measure helped reduce overall inflation and lower costs for all Canadians. The suspension of the federal excise tax is a step in the same direction. This is just one way our government is working to make life more affordable for all Canadians. I want to mention the tax cut to lower the tax burden on Canadians, which came into effect on July 1, 2025. Canadians are paying less tax because our government lowered the first marginal personal income tax rate from 15% to 14%. Thanks to this change, 22 million Canadians now benefit from tax relief of up to $840 per year for a two-income family. The government also cut the GST for first-time homebuyers of new homes valued up to $1 million and reduced it for new homes valued between $1 million and $1.5 million. This represents savings of up to $50,000. Furthermore, we are helping 12 million low- and moderate-income Canadians pay for essential goods with the new Canada groceries and essentials benefit. Since the spring, we have been making regular, increased payments to the families and individuals who are eligible for this benefit. The amount has been increased by 25% for five years, starting in July 2026. These payments, made at the start of each quarter, will provide quick access to funds to help families cover their day-to-day expenses. In total, these measures mean that a family of four will receive up to $1,890 this year thanks to the new Canada groceries and essentials benefit. They will then receive $1,400 per year for the next four years. A single person, meanwhile, will receive $950 this year and $700 a year after that. Our government also made the national school food program permanent. I am especially proud of this measure, which provides school meals to nearly 400,000 children every year, saving participating families with two children in school roughly $800 a year in grocery bills. Another equally fundamental but less publicized measure is our roll-out of automatic federal benefits. By the 2028 tax year, 5.5 million low-income Canadians will automatically get the benefits they are entitled to, including the Canada groceries and essentials benefit and the Canada child benefit. Automatic income tax filing for these Canadians ensures that they receive the benefits they are eligible for without having to apply. Finally, I will close by also mentioning the ambitious measures we have implemented to foster competition in the telecommunications and financial services sectors in order to lower prices, allowing Canadians to change providers more easily and pay less in banking and service fees. At a time when disruptions in global supply chains and geopolitical tensions are pushing prices up, our government is taking action. Our government wants to build a stronger economy to create more job opportunities and higher wages. Simultaneously, we will lower costs to make life more affordable across the country. That’s how we can ensure more certainty, security and prosperity for more Canadians, now and in the future. I hope this bill will provide Canadian consumers with some much-needed relief when it comes to gasoline and diesel.”
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“We have also made the national school food program permanent.”
Mr. Speaker, I am very pleased to speak to the debate on the Canadian fuel affordability act. This measure is truly helping the people of my riding, La Prairie—Atateken, who sometimes have to travel long distances to get to work or as part of their job. Our government is well aware of the pressures associated with the cost of living in Canada, specifically the rising cost of fuel as the world faces serious geopolitical tensions. Across the country, we have seen gas prices skyrocket. This is causing difficulties for many Canadians, so much so that filling up at the gas station has become a source of anxiety for many people. Our government understands this situation well. That is why we have decided to extend a concrete measure that gives consumers a break. One day, all Canadians will have electric vehicles and will no longer be at the mercy of international events, such as closures of the Strait of Hormuz. However, that day has yet to arrive. That is why the Prime Minister announced in April that the government would suspend the federal excise tax on gasoline and diesel until Labour Day, September 7. Still, our approach has always been flexible. It became clear over the summer that geopolitical tensions were still elevated, which was keeping prices at the pump high. That is why the Minister of Finance announced this month that the full suspension would be extended until January 31, 2027, followed by a 50% reduction until March. In my opinion, this decision demonstrates that our government is truly listening to Canadians, studying the facts and developing tangible measures to support Canadian families and businesses. With this announcement, we are suspending the federal excise tax of 10¢ per litre of gasoline and four cents per litre of diesel. We estimate that this suspension of the excise tax is saving Canadian consumers about $5.75 on filling a 50-litre tank using regular gasoline. This suspension comes on the heels of the cancellation of the federal consumer fuel charge that was enacted on April 1, 2025, which was already delivering direct savings to Canadians at the pump. That measure helped reduce overall inflation and lower costs for all Canadians. The suspension of the federal excise tax is a step in the same direction. This is just one way our government is working to make life more affordable for all Canadians. I want to mention the tax cut to lower the tax burden on Canadians, which came into effect on July 1, 2025. Canadians are paying less tax because our government lowered the first marginal personal income tax rate from 15% to 14%. Thanks to this change, 22 million Canadians now benefit from tax relief of up to $840 per year for a two-income family. The government also cut the GST for first-time homebuyers of new homes valued up to $1 million and reduced it for new homes valued between $1 million and $1.5 million. This represents savings of up to $50,000. Furthermore, we are helping 12 million low- and moderate-income Canadians pay for essential goods with the new Canada groceries and essentials benefit. Since the spring, we have been making regular, increased payments to the families and individuals who are eligible for this benefit. The amount has been increased by 25% for five years, starting in July 2026. These payments, made at the start of each quarter, will provide quick access to funds to help families cover their day-to-day expenses. In total, these measures mean that a family of four will receive up to $1,890 this year thanks to the new Canada groceries and essentials benefit. They will then receive $1,400 per year for the next four years. A single person, meanwhile, will receive $950 this year and $700 a year after that. Our government also made the national school food program permanent. I am especially proud of this measure, which provides school meals to nearly 400,000 children every year, saving participating families with two children in school roughly $800 a year in grocery bills. Another equally fundamental but less publicized measure is our roll-out of automatic federal benefits. By the 2028 tax year, 5.5 million low-income Canadians will automatically get the benefits they are entitled to, including the Canada groceries and essentials benefit and the Canada child benefit. Automatic income tax filing for these Canadians ensures that they receive the benefits they are eligible for without having to apply. Finally, I will close by also mentioning the ambitious measures we have implemented to foster competition in the telecommunications and financial services sectors in order to lower prices, allowing Canadians to change providers more easily and pay less in banking and service fees. At a time when disruptions in global supply chains and geopolitical tensions are pushing prices up, our government is taking action. Our government wants to build a stronger economy to create more job opportunities and higher wages. Simultaneously, we will lower costs to make life more affordable across the country. That’s how we can ensure more certainty, security and prosperity for more Canadians, now and in the future. I hope this bill will provide Canadian consumers with some much-needed relief when it comes to gasoline and diesel.
“We acted quickly to pause the fuel tax after the war started. The Conservatives want to make this tax cut permanent, but no expert can predict oil prices that far ahead.”
“Mr. Speaker, after listening to the Conservatives, the perception is that this government has been slow to react. I would like to remind my friend on the other side of the aisle that the Iranian war started on February 28 and by April, this government came up with the fuel tax suspension. It is not adequate to say that we have been slow to react. I think we have actually been quite quick to react. The Conservatives would like to make this measure permanent. If they want us to make this permanent, then I must assume the Conservatives feel they can confidently predict oil prices over the next six to 12 months. I certainly have not heard any expert saying that, so I am curious to know how they can.”
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Mr. Speaker, after listening to the Conservatives, the perception is that this government has been slow to react. I would like to remind my friend on the other side of the aisle that the Iranian war started on February 28 and by April, this government came up with the fuel tax suspension. It is not adequate to say that we have been slow to react. I think we have actually been quite quick to react. The Conservatives would like to make this measure permanent. If they want us to make this permanent, then I must assume the Conservatives feel they can confidently predict oil prices over the next six to 12 months. I certainly have not heard any expert saying that, so I am curious to know how they can.
“Canada has funded global health and fought diseases like AIDS and malaria since 2015. We still have more work to do, and we must keep leading on world health.”
“Mr. Speaker, in 2015 Canada committed to supporting the sustainable development goals, including improving the health and well-being of everyone around the world. As I look back on how far we have come, I am reminded of the progress Canada has supported, being most notably a long-standing leader in global health. During those years, we have committed essential funding through a 10-year commitment to global health and rights and have supported organizations like The Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria. This Global Goals Week serves as a crucial reminder that Canada’s global health leadership is more important than ever, as we inch closer to the end of this decade and try to make this world a healthier place for all of us. Now, more than ever, Canada must remain a leader in defending the right to health care. There is still work to be done.”
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Mr. Speaker, in 2015 Canada committed to supporting the sustainable development goals, including improving the health and well-being of everyone around the world. As I look back on how far we have come, I am reminded of the progress Canada has supported, being most notably a long-standing leader in global health. During those years, we have committed essential funding through a 10-year commitment to global health and rights and have supported organizations like The Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria. This Global Goals Week serves as a crucial reminder that Canada’s global health leadership is more important than ever, as we inch closer to the end of this decade and try to make this world a healthier place for all of us. Now, more than ever, Canada must remain a leader in defending the right to health care. There is still work to be done.
“Two police officers were killed on the job recently. I want to honor them and thank all police officers for keeping us safe.”
“Mr. Speaker, I was heartbroken to learn about Toronto Police Constable Marc Pinizzotto, who was killed in the line of duty yesterday. My heart is with his family and loved ones. With an 18-year stellar record, Marc was known as someone who was courageous and respected, and a man who put others before himself. His death comes only days after OPP Constable Tarun Bali was also killed in the line of duty. Mr. Bali was known as someone who just wanted to help others. To all our frontline officers, we thank for them work they do each and every day to keep all Canadians safe. We appreciate their service.”
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Mr. Speaker, I was heartbroken to learn about Toronto Police Constable Marc Pinizzotto, who was killed in the line of duty yesterday. My heart is with his family and loved ones. With an 18-year stellar record, Marc was known as someone who was courageous and respected, and a man who put others before himself. His death comes only days after OPP Constable Tarun Bali was also killed in the line of duty. Mr. Bali was known as someone who just wanted to help others. To all our frontline officers, we thank for them work they do each and every day to keep all Canadians safe. We appreciate their service.
“I share my condolences with the family and fellow officers of Constable Pinizzotto. He was killed while investigating shootings in Toronto, including one at the U.S. consulate. We will share more information as the investigation continues.”
“Mr. Speaker, I want to extend my deepest condolences to the family and loved ones of Constable Pinizzotto, as well as officers of the Toronto Police Service. Constable Pinizzotto was killed while participating in an investigation relating to multiple shootings in Toronto, including the shooting of the U.S. consulate. Updates will be provided as more information is available. We will know more in the next day as the investigation progresses. We will make this information—”
Mr. Speaker, I want to extend my deepest condolences to the family and loved ones of Constable Pinizzotto, as well as officers of the Toronto Police Service. Constable Pinizzotto was killed while participating in an investigation relating to multiple shootings in Toronto, including the shooting of the U.S. consulate. Updates will be provided as more information is available. We will know more in the next day as the investigation progresses. We will make this information—
“We checked 18,000 Iranian visas, focusing on men of military age. We investigated 280 people and found that 30 may have to leave Canada.”
“Mr. Speaker, I would like to thank the hon. member for his question. The government has taken all necessary measures. We are taking this situation very seriously. We have reviewed 18,000 Iranian visas. All men of military age have been screened and scrutinized. We subsequently carried out 280 investigations and concluded that 30 Iranian residents may have to return to their country.”
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Mr. Speaker, I would like to thank the hon. member for his question. The government has taken all necessary measures. We are taking this situation very seriously. We have reviewed 18,000 Iranian visas. All men of military age have been screened and scrutinized. We subsequently carried out 280 investigations and concluded that 30 Iranian residents may have to return to their country.
“We are offering grants to apprentices in skilled trades and to the small businesses that hire them. I also want to congratulate Le Duo Choc bakery in my riding for winning major awards at the Bakery Cup of Canada.”
“Mr. Speaker, the government is aware of the challenges facing SMEs, particularly the issue of hiring well-trained employees. With the team Canada strong initiative, we want to address these challenges by offering grants to apprentices in Red Seal skilled trades and to the SMEs that hire them. That could include the bakery Le Duo Choc in Candiac, owned by two dynamic individuals, Katryne Deguire and Florent Lehmann, where apprentices would learn from the best, and for good reason. Florent and his employee, Félix Jeandot, were recently recognized at the Bakery Cup of Canada, winning the categories of best croissant and best baguette. Félix also won the award for outstanding assistant. I want to congratulate these two artisans. I wish Le Duo Choc bakery every success, as it will be proudly representing Canada at the Mondial du Pain championship to be held next year in France.”
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Mr. Speaker, the government is aware of the challenges facing SMEs, particularly the issue of hiring well-trained employees. With the team Canada strong initiative, we want to address these challenges by offering grants to apprentices in Red Seal skilled trades and to the SMEs that hire them. That could include the bakery Le Duo Choc in Candiac, owned by two dynamic individuals, Katryne Deguire and Florent Lehmann, where apprentices would learn from the best, and for good reason. Florent and his employee, Félix Jeandot, were recently recognized at the Bakery Cup of Canada, winning the categories of best croissant and best baguette. Félix also won the award for outstanding assistant. I want to congratulate these two artisans. I wish Le Duo Choc bakery every success, as it will be proudly representing Canada at the Mondial du Pain championship to be held next year in France.
“Our government has invested a lot of money in the RCMP and border services. We are acting to stop gang violence and hate crimes.”
“Mr. Speaker, I would like to remind the House that the government has made massive investments to strengthen the services provided by the RCMP and the CBSA. We are taking action to crack down on gang-related violence and hate crimes. Bill C-14 will soon come into force to reform—”
Mr. Speaker, I would like to remind the House that the government has made massive investments to strengthen the services provided by the RCMP and the CBSA. We are taking action to crack down on gang-related violence and hate crimes. Bill C-14 will soon come into force to reform—
“Our government has introduced many bills this year to fight crime and protect public safety. I hope the Conservatives vote with us on this new bill.”
“Mr. Speaker, I found it interesting that the hon. member raised that subject, since the government, within one year, has done more than any government before it: Bill C-8 on cyberthreat, Bill C-9 on heinous crimes, Bill C-12 on border security, Bill C-14 on bail reform and more severe sentences, Bill C-16 on protecting victims and accelerating justice, and now Bill C-22 on legal access. I hope that this time the Conservatives will vote with us.”
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Mr. Speaker, I found it interesting that the hon. member raised that subject, since the government, within one year, has done more than any government before it: Bill C-8 on cyberthreat, Bill C-9 on heinous crimes, Bill C-12 on border security, Bill C-14 on bail reform and more severe sentences, Bill C-16 on protecting victims and accelerating justice, and now Bill C-22 on legal access. I hope that this time the Conservatives will vote with us.
“We must train workers in classrooms and on the job. This training is essential for our economy, and it helps us guarantee people jobs.”
“Mr. Speaker, training the workforce of tomorrow is the cornerstone of this government’s economic development. It is fundamental, essential. We have projects, resources and a well-trained workforce. We have to be able to promise those workers jobs. That begins with this training, which takes place not only in the classroom but also on the job, in the actual workplace.”
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Mr. Speaker, training the workforce of tomorrow is the cornerstone of this government’s economic development. It is fundamental, essential. We have projects, resources and a well-trained workforce. We have to be able to promise those workers jobs. That begins with this training, which takes place not only in the classroom but also on the job, in the actual workplace.
“The government buys a lot of goods and services, and we want to buy more from local and Canadian businesses. I want our contracts to require Canadian materials and Canadian workers.”
“Mr. Speaker, I am not sure that I properly understood the question. I understand that it had to do with buying local. I think the government has made its intentions clear on that subject. It took a tremendous amount of work to validate that. It was highly complex. The government buys a lot. There are a lot of contracts. However, our intention is very clear. We intend to deliver something that will stimulate our local industry and Canadian industry, not only in terms of materials, but also in terms of hours worked here, domestically. I also believe that provisions covering this should be included in the contracts. That is my position. I hope that my government will support it.”
Mr. Speaker, I am not sure that I properly understood the question. I understand that it had to do with buying local. I think the government has made its intentions clear on that subject. It took a tremendous amount of work to validate that. It was highly complex. The government buys a lot. There are a lot of contracts. However, our intention is very clear. We intend to deliver something that will stimulate our local industry and Canadian industry, not only in terms of materials, but also in terms of hours worked here, domestically. I also believe that provisions covering this should be included in the contracts. That is my position. I hope that my government will support it.
