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During question period, the Conservatives asked about the resignation of five members of the Women Veterans Council, saying the members quit over red tape and lack of action, including survivors of military sexual trauma, and asked why the minister had not followed through on commitments to women veterans. The Minister of Veterans Affairs thanked the council members for their service and advice, described the council as a voluntary advisory group, and said she respects the decision of anyone who chooses to leave.Written by AI from the debate. Updated .

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Connie Cody

Conservative
“Five members of the Women Veterans Council have quit because the government took no action. Why has the minister broken her promises to these female veterans?”
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Mr. Speaker, that answer was so empty it echoed. Five members of the Women Veterans Council have resigned, citing red tape and zero action. Among them are survivors of military sexual trauma, women who stood for Canada and now feel dismissed. Why has the minister broken her promises, refused to act and completely abandoned these female veterans?

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Jill McKnight

Liberal

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“I thank the members of the Women Veterans Council for their service and advice. It is a volunteer group, and I respect anyone who decides to leave.”

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Mr. Speaker, I thank all members of the Women Veterans Council for their service to our country and for the advice and insight they offer as a council. Their lived experiences have shaped important conversations, and I remain grateful to the ongoing conversations. It is a voluntary advisory group, and I respect the decision of any member who chooses to move on to other opportunities. I welcome all advocacy on issues affecting veterans.

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