Statements by Members
East Coast Music Awards
“I'm cheering for some local musicians who did good and won prizes. I want everyone to know my district hosts the East Coast Music Awards. Go local music!”
MEMBER OF PARLIAMENT
Mike Kelloway
Kelloway consistently advocates for more federal investment and attention paid to his Cape Breton riding, whether for aerospace, arts funding, or volunteering. He dodges questions by labeling criticisms 'conspiracy theories' and attacking Conservatives as 'anti-Nova Scotia', while focusing his statements on praising local individuals and events in a bid for local voter support.
Oral Questions
Aerospace Industry
“I don't want to talk about the substance. Instead, I want to label all criticism a conspiracy theory. That might make me look better.”
“I want people in Nova Scotia to like us more than you. The government should spend lots of money in my riding.”
Government Orders
Business of Supply
“I'm filling time with unrelated sports talk. I'm not going to answer your question about the tax. Instead I'm going to pivot to talking about arts funding to make the government look generous.”
“I don't want to talk about fairness or ideology. I want to talk about how great it is when the government spends money to help special companies we like.”
“I want the government to spend more money so there will be more movies and shows made in Canada. I'm going to talk about fairness and investing in people, but I'm not going to give a clear answer on whether I support or oppose this tax.”
“I'm not going to say whether we would reverse the CRTC decision or not. Instead I'm going to talk about how the government wants to help everyone in the industry. We want to make things more fair and help all these skilled people. That's what I'm focused on.”
“Investing in Canadian culture and broadcasting is good for the economy. Global streaming services should contribute too. This isn't a new idea. It's not a punishment, it's an investment in Canadian jobs and production. Streaming companies are doing fine with similar rules in other countries. This is about supporting an important part of our economy, not an ideological argument.”
Statements by Members
Fred Courtney
“I want to say nice things about a local hockey player turned teacher who died recently. He stayed in Cape Breton instead of leaving for the NHL. He coached kids and volunteered for the Salvation Army. There is a hockey trophy with his name on it. I want everyone here to clap for him and say nice things to his family.”
Statements by Members
Youth in Sydney-Glace Bay
“I want young voters in Cape Breton to think I'm on their side. A youth summit happened. I met with some organizers. I'm saying their names in the House to look engaged.”
Government Orders
Canadian Space Launch Act
“I have no idea when you'll get answers. I want this bill to pass and I'm going to praise it instead of answering you.”
“I want companies to launch satellites from Canso, Nova Scotia. I want to say many people and groups support this. I want to criticize the Conservatives for not supporting this.”
“I say nice things about Quebec now since you asked. This bill will help Quebec too. Quebec has skilled aerospace workers. This framework touches all provinces.”
“I like you, but I'm going to ignore your pointed question. Our bill must be good because it follows international standards. Let's just get it passed. Our talented transportation committee can study this problem you're worried about later. We can look at security whenever, after the bill.”
“I want this bill to pass because I want Canada to have its own space launch program. Nova Scotia is the best place for this program. If we don't pass this bill, other countries will take the lead and Canada will fall behind.”
Statements by Members
National Volunteer Week
“People in my riding are doing good things for their community. I want everyone to thank them.”