Chi, parliamentary secretary to the health minister, defends health files like the vaccine injury program, the end of PrescribeIT funding, pharmacare agreements and the MAID safeguards act. She argues mainly with open-ended commitments — “we will continue to work” — and often opens with thanks or tributes before getting to the point. When she does turn to figures, she uses them precisely, down to the riding.Written by AI from their statements. Updated .
Average grade
B–
The average grade of 29 analysed statements. 16 more were analysed but were too short to grade.
70 / 100 over 29 statements
Signal76 / 100
Relevance52 / 100
Reasoning80 / 100
Respect100 / 100
Clarity76 / 100
Averaged over the 29 of 45 statements graded so far.
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A promise with no date, no measure and no one responsible.3 times as often as most members.What the tags mean →×3.0
Staying near the subject without addressing the matter at hand: what was asked, or what the bill, motion or speech is about.1.8 times as often as most members.What the tags mean →×1.8
Loses points less than most forSomething stated as certain with nothing to back it.Less often than most members.What the tags mean →Praise, blame or attack with no claim, reason or ask in it.Less often than most members.What the tags mean →Throat-clearing: announcing what you are about to say, or the House’s routine business.Less often than most members.What the tags mean →
“We support this bill because it stops people from getting medical assistance in dying solely for mental illness. We heard that provinces and territories are not ready for this. We must protect vulnerable people.”
“Mr. Speaker, I would like to thank the hon. member for Humber River—Black Creek for her thoughtful perspective and contributions to this very important subject. Our government will always support our provincial and territorial partners in developing and delivering health care, including end-of-life care. That is why the MAID safeguards act reflects what we have heard and why it would ensure that mental illness cannot be the sole underlying condition for someone requesting medical assistance in dying. MAID is a deeply personal issue for many Canadians and we want to ensure that we have protection in place for our most vulnerable people.”
Official Hansard
Mr. Speaker, I would like to thank the hon. member for Humber River—Black Creek for her thoughtful perspective and contributions to this very important subject. Our government will always support our provincial and territorial partners in developing and delivering health care, including end-of-life care. That is why the MAID safeguards act reflects what we have heard and why it would ensure that mental illness cannot be the sole underlying condition for someone requesting medical assistance in dying. MAID is a deeply personal issue for many Canadians and we want to ensure that we have protection in place for our most vulnerable people.
“Today is World Spine Day. It is about keeping our backs healthy through good habits. I want to recognize the chiropractic college in my riding, and everyone who helps Canadians stay pain-free.”
“Mr. Speaker, October 16 is World Spine Day, and health care professionals and policy-makers around the world raise awareness about the importance of spinal health and the prevention of spinal pain and disability. Healthy habits such as staying active, responsible lifting and safe work conditions help people look after their spine. In my riding of Don Valley North, we are fortunate to be home to the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College. For over 80 years, the CMCC has been a leader in chiropractic education, training generations of health care professionals who serve communities across Canada and around the world. On World Spine Day, I want to recognize the faculty and students at CMCC, and all people working to help Canadians stay healthy and pain-free.”
Official Hansard
Mr. Speaker, October 16 is World Spine Day, and health care professionals and policy-makers around the world raise awareness about the importance of spinal health and the prevention of spinal pain and disability. Healthy habits such as staying active, responsible lifting and safe work conditions help people look after their spine. In my riding of Don Valley North, we are fortunate to be home to the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College. For over 80 years, the CMCC has been a leader in chiropractic education, training generations of health care professionals who serve communities across Canada and around the world. On World Spine Day, I want to recognize the faculty and students at CMCC, and all people working to help Canadians stay healthy and pain-free.
“Our government is now running the vaccine injury program directly instead of using an outside company. We will keep working to make sure it helps people who are injured by vaccines, and we want to work with all parties to make it work.”
“Madam Speaker, our government has taken the vaccine injury program internally from the previous administration, from the third party. We will continue to work hard to make sure the program works for vaccine-injured individuals. We are looking forward to working with members across the parties to make sure it works.”
Madam Speaker, our government has taken the vaccine injury program internally from the previous administration, from the third party. We will continue to work hard to make sure the program works for vaccine-injured individuals. We are looking forward to working with members across the parties to make sure it works.
“We heard people's frustrations with how the old vaccine injury program was run. That is why we brought it inside the government and launched a new program. We will keep working together to make sure it works.”
“Madam Speaker, our government will always work to ensure that Canadians can make evidence-informed choices about their health. We heard frustrations with the previous administration of the program for vaccine-related injuries, which is why we took the program internally and launched the vaccine impact assistance program. We will continue to work very collaboratively to make sure the program works.”
Madam Speaker, our government will always work to ensure that Canadians can make evidence-informed choices about their health. We heard frustrations with the previous administration of the program for vaccine-related injuries, which is why we took the program internally and launched the vaccine impact assistance program. We will continue to work very collaboratively to make sure the program works.
“Vaccines save lives, but they also hurt some people. That is why we started a program to help them, and we brought it in-house to run it properly. I will keep working with all parties to make sure these people get support.”
“Madam Speaker, it is a very important question. We recognize that vaccines save lives, definitely, but we also recognize that there are people impacted negatively by vaccines. This is why we launched the vaccine injury program. We have taken that program internally to make sure it is administered properly. We will continue to work with members across the aisle to make sure people are supported through any vaccine injuries.”
Official Hansard
Madam Speaker, it is a very important question. We recognize that vaccines save lives, definitely, but we also recognize that there are people impacted negatively by vaccines. This is why we launched the vaccine injury program. We have taken that program internally to make sure it is administered properly. We will continue to work with members across the aisle to make sure people are supported through any vaccine injuries.
“It is Police and Peace Officers' National Memorial Day. Five police officers and three peace officers have died on the job this year. I offer my condolences to their families and thank all officers for keeping our communities safe.”
“Madam Speaker, I rise to recognize Police and Peace Officers’ National Memorial Day, which falls on the last Sunday of September. Over 900 brave officers have made the ultimate sacrifice in the service of their communities. We honour their sacrifice and their families by building a safer Canada. With deep sadness, I advise the House that five police officers and three peace officers have died in the line of duty to date in 2026. I extend my deepest condolences to their families and to all members of the policing and peace officer communities. Their deaths are a sobering reminder of the risks that accompany their service, yet every day, brave officers stand ready to run into danger to keep us safe. This summer I had the pleasure of partnering with the fine officers of Toronto Police Service 33 Division in my riding of Don Valley North. I commend their professionalism and their always showing up for our community. We owe police and peace officers an enduring debt of gratitude, and I thank them for their dedication to keeping our communities safe.”
Official Hansard
Madam Speaker, I rise to recognize Police and Peace Officers’ National Memorial Day, which falls on the last Sunday of September. Over 900 brave officers have made the ultimate sacrifice in the service of their communities. We honour their sacrifice and their families by building a safer Canada. With deep sadness, I advise the House that five police officers and three peace officers have died in the line of duty to date in 2026. I extend my deepest condolences to their families and to all members of the policing and peace officer communities. Their deaths are a sobering reminder of the risks that accompany their service, yet every day, brave officers stand ready to run into danger to keep us safe. This summer I had the pleasure of partnering with the fine officers of Toronto Police Service 33 Division in my riding of Don Valley North. I commend their professionalism and their always showing up for our community. We owe police and peace officers an enduring debt of gratitude, and I thank them for their dedication to keeping our communities safe.
“Our government is working to make life more affordable. We are helping Canadians keep more of their money while spending tax dollars carefully. By cutting operating costs, we can invest in workers, businesses, and infrastructure to build a stronger economy.”
“Mr. Speaker, our government is committed to making life more affordable for Canadians. We have demonstrated that through very targeted measures since we arrived here. We are helping Canadians keep more of their hard-earned money while investing to build a strong economy and vibrant communities from coast to coast. We will do this while making responsible choices with tax dollars. That means spending less on government operations and ensuring public funds are used where they deliver the greatest impacts. By managing costs carefully, we are creating the fiscal room to invest more in supporting workers and businesses to help them expand to new markets and developing the nation-building infrastructure our economy depends on. This balanced approach strengthens our economy today and protects public finances for the future. That is how we build Canada strong for generations to come.”
Mr. Speaker, our government is committed to making life more affordable for Canadians. We have demonstrated that through very targeted measures since we arrived here. We are helping Canadians keep more of their hard-earned money while investing to build a strong economy and vibrant communities from coast to coast. We will do this while making responsible choices with tax dollars. That means spending less on government operations and ensuring public funds are used where they deliver the greatest impacts. By managing costs carefully, we are creating the fiscal room to invest more in supporting workers and businesses to help them expand to new markets and developing the nation-building infrastructure our economy depends on. This balanced approach strengthens our economy today and protects public finances for the future. That is how we build Canada strong for generations to come.
“Times are tough, but our government is making life more affordable. We are cutting fuel taxes, helping people buy homes, and helping low-income Canadians file taxes easily to get their benefits. These programs are not handouts. They support people while we build a stronger economy.”
“Mr. Speaker, I also want to echo what the member said and say good morning. I did not realize that it was past midnight already, so I appreciate the reminder. I also want to thank the member for bringing Margaret’s letter to the House. I think, as a representative of the House, it is one of the tools we can use to bring the voices of our constituents to this prestigious institution, so I thank my colleague across the aisle for bringing that letter. Margaret’s concerns are valid. There are a lot of challenges given the current unstable economic environment and given the trade situation we have with the United States. However, I think it is also important to recognize that it is time to work together to really focus on building Canada strong and building an economy that is really resilient. That is where we are making strategic investments in housing and infrastructure to secure that long-term prosperity for our country. We want to ensure, and we are doing the work to ensure, that Canadians have the opportunities they need to succeed by building that stronger economy and lowering the cost of living. That is where the member and I may disagree a bit. He may see some of the measures as handouts, where I see them truly as supports to help families, young people and seniors get through a tough period while we build a better and brighter future. Let me maybe expand on the point of affordability. Our government understand that affordability affects every segment of our life, whether young families can buy a home, workers can afford to commute to work or small businesses can continue to operate and maintain jobs. That is why making life more affordable for Canadians is at the centre of our economic plan. We are not relying on a one-size-fits-all solution. We have introduced targeted measures that address specific pressures such as housing, fuel and groceries while protecting long-term stability. Extending the repayment grace period under the RRSP homebuyers’ plan helps Canadians to enter the housing market with confidence. Tax relief on gasoline and diesel deliver broad-based cost savings across our economy. We are starting the automatic federal benefits for the 2026 tax year with pre-filled returns for up to 5.5 million low-income Canadians by the tax year 2028, ensuring that support will reach those who need it the most. Young Canadians are gaining the opportunity to work and build careers. Through Canada summer jobs, we have had 175,000 placements supported in 2026-27. There is the horizontal youth employment skill strategy and the student work placement program. Families and young people are travelling and exploring Canada for less through the Canada strong pass. Most recently, our government announced that the temporary suspension of the federal fuel excise tax on gasoline, diesel fuel and aviation fuels would be extended to 2027. This will bring down everyday costs for Canadians, including truckers and businesses in the food, agriculture, housing, construction and delivery sectors. These examples demonstrate how our government has been taking responsible actions to make life more affordable for families and communities across Canada, including Margaret’s family.”
Mr. Speaker, I also want to echo what the member said and say good morning. I did not realize that it was past midnight already, so I appreciate the reminder. I also want to thank the member for bringing Margaret’s letter to the House. I think, as a representative of the House, it is one of the tools we can use to bring the voices of our constituents to this prestigious institution, so I thank my colleague across the aisle for bringing that letter. Margaret’s concerns are valid. There are a lot of challenges given the current unstable economic environment and given the trade situation we have with the United States. However, I think it is also important to recognize that it is time to work together to really focus on building Canada strong and building an economy that is really resilient. That is where we are making strategic investments in housing and infrastructure to secure that long-term prosperity for our country. We want to ensure, and we are doing the work to ensure, that Canadians have the opportunities they need to succeed by building that stronger economy and lowering the cost of living. That is where the member and I may disagree a bit. He may see some of the measures as handouts, where I see them truly as supports to help families, young people and seniors get through a tough period while we build a better and brighter future. Let me maybe expand on the point of affordability. Our government understand that affordability affects every segment of our life, whether young families can buy a home, workers can afford to commute to work or small businesses can continue to operate and maintain jobs. That is why making life more affordable for Canadians is at the centre of our economic plan. We are not relying on a one-size-fits-all solution. We have introduced targeted measures that address specific pressures such as housing, fuel and groceries while protecting long-term stability. Extending the repayment grace period under the RRSP homebuyers’ plan helps Canadians to enter the housing market with confidence. Tax relief on gasoline and diesel deliver broad-based cost savings across our economy. We are starting the automatic federal benefits for the 2026 tax year with pre-filled returns for up to 5.5 million low-income Canadians by the tax year 2028, ensuring that support will reach those who need it the most. Young Canadians are gaining the opportunity to work and build careers. Through Canada summer jobs, we have had 175,000 placements supported in 2026-27. There is the horizontal youth employment skill strategy and the student work placement program. Families and young people are travelling and exploring Canada for less through the Canada strong pass. Most recently, our government announced that the temporary suspension of the federal fuel excise tax on gasoline, diesel fuel and aviation fuels would be extended to 2027. This will bring down everyday costs for Canadians, including truckers and businesses in the food, agriculture, housing, construction and delivery sectors. These examples demonstrate how our government has been taking responsible actions to make life more affordable for families and communities across Canada, including Margaret’s family.
“We want to keep Canadians safe and healthy. That means protecting our food supply during major disruptions, and our changes will help do that.”
“Mr. Speaker, obviously, we want to make sure we are keeping Canadians safe and healthy, and that means ensuring we have a stable and secure food supply even during major disruptions. Our changes would help make that happen.”
Official Hansard
Mr. Speaker, obviously, we want to make sure we are keeping Canadians safe and healthy, and that means ensuring we have a stable and secure food supply even during major disruptions. Our changes would help make that happen.
“I support the changes in this bill. Health and safety are still our top priority. The bill lets Health Canada consider the economy and food supply alongside health when making decisions on pesticides. Any special pesticide use would be temporary, strict, and only allowed during major emergencies like crop failures.”
“Mr. Speaker, my colleague has long been a powerful voice for the environment. I have immense respect for her. First and foremost, I want to reassure her that the health and safety of Canadians will always be our top concern, and nothing that was in Bill C-30 takes away from the fact that the minister’s top concern in making economic security and food security orders is always going to be preventing unacceptable risks to human health and to the environment. However, I think it is worth looking more broadly at what these changes do. The bill comes at a time when economic and food security are major concerns for all of us, not just because of the United States’ action towards Canada, but also because of how climate change is impacting farmers and crops across the country and around the world. This is why our changes would be so important. For the first time, we would be asking that when Health Canada makes decisions on pesticides, we consider economic security and food security not above any other considerations, but alongside them. Any use of pesticides under these new rules would be temporary and would come with strict conditions attached. They would also be used in exceptional, time-limited circumstances where action was needed to protect national or regional economic security or national food security, such as in the event of a major crop failure or supply disruption. The goal really would be to protect the health and food security of Canadians while also ensuring a safe and affordable food supply. As the Prime Minister and Minister of Health have both said, we are at a hinge moment. We must build on our strength to lead our country with confidence in its next chapter. A key part of this is working with our provincial and territorial partners, as well as local and global partners, to strengthen food security and economic resilience. If we act now, we can ensure that Canada’s agriculture and health sectors are a source of our stability, a catalyst for productivity and a strong foundation for our prosperity.”
Official Hansard
Mr. Speaker, my colleague has long been a powerful voice for the environment. I have immense respect for her. First and foremost, I want to reassure her that the health and safety of Canadians will always be our top concern, and nothing that was in Bill C-30 takes away from the fact that the minister’s top concern in making economic security and food security orders is always going to be preventing unacceptable risks to human health and to the environment. However, I think it is worth looking more broadly at what these changes do. The bill comes at a time when economic and food security are major concerns for all of us, not just because of the United States’ action towards Canada, but also because of how climate change is impacting farmers and crops across the country and around the world. This is why our changes would be so important. For the first time, we would be asking that when Health Canada makes decisions on pesticides, we consider economic security and food security not above any other considerations, but alongside them. Any use of pesticides under these new rules would be temporary and would come with strict conditions attached. They would also be used in exceptional, time-limited circumstances where action was needed to protect national or regional economic security or national food security, such as in the event of a major crop failure or supply disruption. The goal really would be to protect the health and food security of Canadians while also ensuring a safe and affordable food supply. As the Prime Minister and Minister of Health have both said, we are at a hinge moment. We must build on our strength to lead our country with confidence in its next chapter. A key part of this is working with our provincial and territorial partners, as well as local and global partners, to strengthen food security and economic resilience. If we act now, we can ensure that Canada’s agriculture and health sectors are a source of our stability, a catalyst for productivity and a strong foundation for our prosperity.
“Our plan is disciplined and focused. We are lowering the deficit and spending money carefully to help Canadians and grow the economy. The member who asked this question has already left the room.”
“Mr. Speaker, our plan is clear and disciplined. We are focused on what we can control, which is maintaining fiscal sustainability and making targeted high-impact investments for Canadians. That means reducing the operating deficit, upholding our fiscal anchors and ensuring every dollar supports growth, resilience and Canadians getting ahead. If the member were interested in hearing an answer, he would be in the House to hear it, but he has left the House—”
Mr. Speaker, our plan is clear and disciplined. We are focused on what we can control, which is maintaining fiscal sustainability and making targeted high-impact investments for Canadians. That means reducing the operating deficit, upholding our fiscal anchors and ensuring every dollar supports growth, resilience and Canadians getting ahead. If the member were interested in hearing an answer, he would be in the House to hear it, but he has left the House—
“First, I send my condolences to the families of the four soldiers who died at CFB Wainwright. Our government is managing public money responsibly while investing in the economy. Canada has the lowest net debt-to-GDP ratio in the G7. We are cutting back on government operating costs, shrinking the public service, and using less outside consulting. Because of these savings, our operating budget will be balanced a year early, in 2027-28, and our economy is growing.”
“Mr. Speaker, before I begin, I want to extend my deepest condolences to the families and loved ones of the four Canadian Armed Forces members who lost their lives at CFB Wainwright, and I wish a speedy recovery to the injured soldiers. We mourn with them, and Canadians across the country stand with them. In an increasingly fragmented and uncertain world, our government is focused on what we can control, which is maintaining fiscal sustainability while making targeted high-impact investments in Canadians and the economy. Responsible leadership means investing in a brighter future while protecting Canada’s fiscal strength, the lowest net debt-to-GDP ratio in the G7, a sound fiscal position and a clear path to long-term sustainability. By investing strategically and responsibly today, we are positioning Canadians to benefit from a stronger tomorrow. At the same time, our fiscally disciplined approach is helping to lower everyday costs for Canadians. Budget 2025 marked a tactical shift in the government’s management of public finances. Our plan is focused on expanding federal capital spending to mobilize investment while maintaining fiscal discipline. Our plan is built upon a bedrock of fiscal responsibility to create the capacity to invest in long-term economic strength and gain self-reliance. Consistent with this approach, decisions in the spring economic update 2026 were also guided by the government’s two fiscal anchors: balancing operating spending with revenues by 2028-29 and maintaining a declining deficit-to-GDP ratio. Our plan is working. As recently announced by the Prime Minister, the government is on track to balance the operating budget one year ahead of schedule in 2027-28. We are committed to the disciplined implementation of the efficiency measures in budget 2025. This includes the comprehensive expenditure review, which together with other measures identified in budget 2025, will achieve $60 billion in savings and revenues over five years. The comprehensive expenditure review is also returning the size of the public service to a more sustainable level through early retirement incentives, workforce adjustment and attrition. With implementation well under way, the focus is now turning toward targeted ongoing horizontal reviews, beginning with efforts to rein in spending on external management and other consulting services. These challenging but necessary actions will continue to support our objective of spending less to invest more in Canadians. In budget 2025, we also outlined our new approach to budgets through the capital budgeting framework. This framework has distinguished day-to-day operational spending from long-term investment that strengthens our economy. Importantly, the framework is designed to enhance existing financial reporting. Our government has also changed the budgetary cycle to fall budgets, supporting better planning for provinces and territories, municipalities, builders and investors, and aligning with the construction season. Canada’s economic growth is accelerating, and we are projected to have the second fastest rate in the G7 this year and next. We have reinforced the strongest fiscal position in the G7 by cutting direct program spending growth from over 8% to less than 2% while boosting our vital social programs. We reduced Canada’s projected deficit for 2025-26 by more than $11 billion relative to budget 2025. We are deploying this fiscal uplift to improve affordability and help Canadians get ahead through targeted and responsible policy measures, particularly in the areas of fuel, food and housing affordability.”
Mr. Speaker, before I begin, I want to extend my deepest condolences to the families and loved ones of the four Canadian Armed Forces members who lost their lives at CFB Wainwright, and I wish a speedy recovery to the injured soldiers. We mourn with them, and Canadians across the country stand with them. In an increasingly fragmented and uncertain world, our government is focused on what we can control, which is maintaining fiscal sustainability while making targeted high-impact investments in Canadians and the economy. Responsible leadership means investing in a brighter future while protecting Canada’s fiscal strength, the lowest net debt-to-GDP ratio in the G7, a sound fiscal position and a clear path to long-term sustainability. By investing strategically and responsibly today, we are positioning Canadians to benefit from a stronger tomorrow. At the same time, our fiscally disciplined approach is helping to lower everyday costs for Canadians. Budget 2025 marked a tactical shift in the government’s management of public finances. Our plan is focused on expanding federal capital spending to mobilize investment while maintaining fiscal discipline. Our plan is built upon a bedrock of fiscal responsibility to create the capacity to invest in long-term economic strength and gain self-reliance. Consistent with this approach, decisions in the spring economic update 2026 were also guided by the government’s two fiscal anchors: balancing operating spending with revenues by 2028-29 and maintaining a declining deficit-to-GDP ratio. Our plan is working. As recently announced by the Prime Minister, the government is on track to balance the operating budget one year ahead of schedule in 2027-28. We are committed to the disciplined implementation of the efficiency measures in budget 2025. This includes the comprehensive expenditure review, which together with other measures identified in budget 2025, will achieve $60 billion in savings and revenues over five years. The comprehensive expenditure review is also returning the size of the public service to a more sustainable level through early retirement incentives, workforce adjustment and attrition. With implementation well under way, the focus is now turning toward targeted ongoing horizontal reviews, beginning with efforts to rein in spending on external management and other consulting services. These challenging but necessary actions will continue to support our objective of spending less to invest more in Canadians. In budget 2025, we also outlined our new approach to budgets through the capital budgeting framework. This framework has distinguished day-to-day operational spending from long-term investment that strengthens our economy. Importantly, the framework is designed to enhance existing financial reporting. Our government has also changed the budgetary cycle to fall budgets, supporting better planning for provinces and territories, municipalities, builders and investors, and aligning with the construction season. Canada’s economic growth is accelerating, and we are projected to have the second fastest rate in the G7 this year and next. We have reinforced the strongest fiscal position in the G7 by cutting direct program spending growth from over 8% to less than 2% while boosting our vital social programs. We reduced Canada’s projected deficit for 2025-26 by more than $11 billion relative to budget 2025. We are deploying this fiscal uplift to improve affordability and help Canadians get ahead through targeted and responsible policy measures, particularly in the areas of fuel, food and housing affordability.
“Today is Firefighters' National Memorial Day. More than 1,000 Canadian firefighters have died on the job. I am honouring them and thanking all firefighters for keeping us safe.”
“Mr. Speaker, I rise to recognize Firefighters’ National Memorial Day, which falls yearly on the second Sunday of September. Across Canada, more than 1,000 firefighters have died in the line of duty, including 367 Toronto firefighters. They shall not be forgotten. Last week, I had the honour of attending the annual memorial ceremony hosted by Toronto Fire Services and the Toronto Professional Fire Fighters Association, honouring the 14 fallen firefighters whose names were added to the memorial honour roll. I want to take this occasion to acknowledge the dedicated women and men in the fire stations across Don Valley North, who I had the pleasure of partnering with throughout the summer. I thank them and firefighters across Canada for their professionalism and their commitment to keeping us safe. Every day, they stand ready to run into danger to save lives and livelihoods. We owe firefighters and their families an enduring debt of gratitude. We thank them for their service and unwavering dedication to safeguarding Canadians across the country.”
Official Hansard
Mr. Speaker, I rise to recognize Firefighters’ National Memorial Day, which falls yearly on the second Sunday of September. Across Canada, more than 1,000 firefighters have died in the line of duty, including 367 Toronto firefighters. They shall not be forgotten. Last week, I had the honour of attending the annual memorial ceremony hosted by Toronto Fire Services and the Toronto Professional Fire Fighters Association, honouring the 14 fallen firefighters whose names were added to the memorial honour roll. I want to take this occasion to acknowledge the dedicated women and men in the fire stations across Don Valley North, who I had the pleasure of partnering with throughout the summer. I thank them and firefighters across Canada for their professionalism and their commitment to keeping us safe. Every day, they stand ready to run into danger to save lives and livelihoods. We owe firefighters and their families an enduring debt of gratitude. We thank them for their service and unwavering dedication to safeguarding Canadians across the country.
“Toronto police officer Marc Pinizzotto was killed on duty after serving for 18 years. I am sending my condolences to his family and to other police officers.”
“Mr. Speaker, I rise today with deep sadness to advise the House that Constable Marc Pinizzotto of the Toronto Police Service emergency task force was killed in the line of duty. For 18 years, Constable Pinizzotto served with courage and commitment, putting himself in harm’s way to make Toronto a safer place. Constable Pinizzotto was doing what police officers do every day, and these tragedies remind us of the danger that they face. As Constable Pinizzotto’s family and colleagues across the service carry an unimaginable loss, we honour the memory of a hero in life, a police officer who dedicated nearly two decades in service to his community. I extend my deepest condolences to the Pinizzotto family, the Toronto Police Service and all members of the policing community. May his loved ones find strength in one another in the difficult days ahead, and may we honour him as a hero in service to others.”
Official Hansard
Mr. Speaker, I rise today with deep sadness to advise the House that Constable Marc Pinizzotto of the Toronto Police Service emergency task force was killed in the line of duty. For 18 years, Constable Pinizzotto served with courage and commitment, putting himself in harm’s way to make Toronto a safer place. Constable Pinizzotto was doing what police officers do every day, and these tragedies remind us of the danger that they face. As Constable Pinizzotto’s family and colleagues across the service carry an unimaginable loss, we honour the memory of a hero in life, a police officer who dedicated nearly two decades in service to his community. I extend my deepest condolences to the Pinizzotto family, the Toronto Police Service and all members of the policing community. May his loved ones find strength in one another in the difficult days ahead, and may we honour him as a hero in service to others.
“This is an important issue, and I want to work with the member on it. We are investing in health research in the budget, and we will keep doing that.”
“Mr. Speaker, this is an important issue. We have worked on many fronts to address many issues in this respect, and I look forward to working with the member as well. Through budget 2025, we have made investments in health research through CIHR, and we will continue to do that.”
Mr. Speaker, this is an important issue. We have worked on many fronts to address many issues in this respect, and I look forward to working with the member as well. Through budget 2025, we have made investments in health research through CIHR, and we will continue to do that.
“The Log Driver's Waltz was released 47 years ago. It is a famous Canadian animated film and folk song that many generations love.”
“Mr. Speaker, it was 47 years ago that The Log Driver’s Waltz was first screened and won a best animated film award at an international film festival in France. The Log Driver’s Waltz is a Canadian folk song originally written by Wade Hemsworth and performed by The Mountain City Four. Most of us will instantly associate the tune with the iconic vignette of the timeless tale of a young girl, who, to please both her parents, had to give way and dance with the doctors and merchants and lawyers as the log driver “goes birling down and down white water”. Directed by John Weldon, the film celebrates the lads as they work on the river and has captured the imagination of generations of Canadians and generations to come, I am sure, because “That’s where the log driver learns to step lightly”.”
Official Hansard
Mr. Speaker, it was 47 years ago that The Log Driver’s Waltz was first screened and won a best animated film award at an international film festival in France. The Log Driver’s Waltz is a Canadian folk song originally written by Wade Hemsworth and performed by The Mountain City Four. Most of us will instantly associate the tune with the iconic vignette of the timeless tale of a young girl, who, to please both her parents, had to give way and dance with the doctors and merchants and lawyers as the log driver “goes birling down and down white water”. Directed by John Weldon, the film celebrates the lads as they work on the river and has captured the imagination of generations of Canadians and generations to come, I am sure, because “That’s where the log driver learns to step lightly”.
“Conservatives are delaying important work in Parliament. For example, they are blocking a study on the HIV crisis in Manitoba.”
“Mr. Speaker, Canadians can see how the Conservatives are behaving in the House and in committee with them filibustering important motions, like studying the HIV public health crisis in Manitoba. We can see the difference, and I think Canadians can, too.”
Mr. Speaker, Canadians can see how the Conservatives are behaving in the House and in committee with them filibustering important motions, like studying the HIV public health crisis in Manitoba. We can see the difference, and I think Canadians can, too.
“The Conservatives have spent over 20 hours delaying our plan to study HIV in Manitoba. They do not really care about Canadians' health.”
“Mr. Speaker, as the Conservatives farm outrage, we are working hard on behalf of Canadians. I am glad that member brought it up. That party has spent over 20 hours obstructing a Liberal motion to study HIV in Manitoba. How can they claim they care about Canadians’ health when they block motions like that? I think Canadians can see the difference. Some hon. members: Oh, oh!”
Mr. Speaker, as the Conservatives farm outrage, we are working hard on behalf of Canadians. I am glad that member brought it up. That party has spent over 20 hours obstructing a Liberal motion to study HIV in Manitoba. How can they claim they care about Canadians’ health when they block motions like that? I think Canadians can see the difference. Some hon. members: Oh, oh!
“The minister has already answered this question many times. Infoway fired its CEO, and we supported that decision. We are now reviewing Infoway to make sure it helps share health data with Canadians. We will decide on its funding after that review.”
“Mr. Speaker, as the member knows, the minister has answered this question many times in question period and many times during committee work. We have been very open and transparent. Infoway has dismissed the CEO. We supported that decision. We are also reviewing the Infoway mandate to make sure it aligns with opening up health data for Canadians. The funding decision will be made after the review.”
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Mr. Speaker, as the member knows, the minister has answered this question many times in question period and many times during committee work. We have been very open and transparent. Infoway has dismissed the CEO. We supported that decision. We are also reviewing the Infoway mandate to make sure it aligns with opening up health data for Canadians. The funding decision will be made after the review.
“The company that used to run the vaccine injury program did unacceptable things. That is why the government took over running it. We want to make sure money is spent properly and that vulnerable people get care.”
“Mr. Speaker, the allegations against the previous vendor for the vaccine injury program were absolutely unacceptable. That is why we made the administration of the program internal, to ensure money is spent appropriately. We have directed the Public Health Agency to alter the program to ensure all our dollars are spent correctly, and we look forward to working with members across the House to make sure vulnerable Canadians are looked after.”
Mr. Speaker, the allegations against the previous vendor for the vaccine injury program were absolutely unacceptable. That is why we made the administration of the program internal, to ensure money is spent appropriately. We have directed the Public Health Agency to alter the program to ensure all our dollars are spent correctly, and we look forward to working with members across the House to make sure vulnerable Canadians are looked after.
