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Mr. Speaker, Quebec has already seen 10 femicides so far this year. Protecting women and victims is a top priority for Canadians across the country. Can the Minister of Justice tell us what reforms the government is making to help end gender-based violence?
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Mr. Speaker, now that summer is here, I would like to invite everyone to come discover the wonders of the Lower Laurentians. Our region offers a unique one-day agri-tourism experience that gives visitors an opportunity to meet local producers, sample local flavours and support our local businesses. The Vieux-Saint-Eustache farmers' market is a must-visit destination for fresh produce, a friendly a…
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Mr. Speaker, I want to thank my hon. colleague, the member for Mirabel, a riding to the north of my riding. I really enjoy his sense of humour and quick wit. I like that in my colleagues. My colleague just told me a short while ago that he is leaning slightly in favour of Bill C‑26, an act to authorize certain payments to be made out of the consolidated revenue fund for the purpose of improving ho…
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Mr. Speaker, today I would like to recognize the excellence, discipline, and determination of the 785 St‑Eustache Kiwanis squadron. On June 6, during the 2026 provincial military drill competition organized by the eastern division of the Regional Cadet Support Unit, 785 Squadron took first place in the triumph category, earning the title of best squad in its category. This victory is the result of…
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Mr. Speaker, I listened carefully to my colleague's excellent speech. He knows what he is talking about. Yes, this is a major component of the government's plan to build more housing faster and ensure that every Canadian has access to affordable housing. What impact does my colleague think this will have in his riding of Mississauga—Lakeshore?
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Mr. Speaker, thank you for the opportunity to rise today to speak in support of the Build Canada Homes act. This landmark legislation will establish Build Canada Homes as a Crown corporation tasked with building and expanding affordable housing for Canadians. Canada is in the midst of a housing crisis. To date, federal efforts have been spread across multiple departments, agencies and provinces, l…
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Mr. Speaker, I will give a very simple answer: Please support our bill.
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Mr. Speaker, if I understand my colleague's question correctly, he would like me to provide a more detailed response to the question from my colleague opposite. Obviously, if we want to ensure that Build Canada Homes can build houses, the first step is to vote in favour of the bill so that it can be implemented. Then Build Canada Homes will actually be able to get to work and start building homes.
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Mr. Speaker, I thank my hon. colleague for her excellent question. My riding is home to Deux-Montagnes, Saint‑Eustache, Boisbriand and Rosemère. People may not remember, but in 2017, we had once-in-a-century floods. Homes in Deux‑Montagnes were demolished. We are waiting for approval from the Montreal metropolitan area to reuse that land. Thanks to the federal government, there is a fund dedicated…
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Mr. Speaker, I thank my colleague for his excellent question. Yes, we are transitioning from CMHC to Build Canada Homes. This new structure will be more flexible. The funds can be used in collaboration with organizations. As I said earlier, whether in the public or the private sector, we will be able to get these projects up and running faster. This transition will provide increased operational au…
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Mr. Speaker, with just 30 seconds I would say to my hon. colleague that we need to make sure we pass the bill first. When the Leader of the Opposition was in government, I believe he built six homes. We will definitely do better than that and do it quickly.
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Mr. Speaker, our government's goal is to build a stronger and more resilient Canadian economy to protect our jobs and industries. As this plan is rolled out, we are also providing support and assistance to make life more affordable. Can the Minister of Government Transformation, Public Works and Procurement provide the House with information on the new Canada groceries and essentials benefit and h…
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Madam Speaker, I listened carefully to my colleague. He is asking us to consider the Conservatives' proposal. I have a question for him. Budget 2025 includes measures such as increased defence spending, a greater focus on reducing emissions through incentives for the private sector, and a cap on federal government operating expenditures, measures that Conservative politicians have long claimed to …
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Madam Speaker, I will be sharing my time with the member for Regina—Lewvan. I am pleased to rise today to speak to the spring 2026 economic update. At a time when many families are still feeling the strain of the cost of living, it is essential that our government continue to act in a responsible, practical and compassionate manner. In Rosemère, Boisbriand, Saint-Eustache and Deux-Montagnes, the p…
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Mr. Speaker, that certainly is a friendly question. When we talk about women, we are talking about more than half of Canada's population. On this side of the House, we are particularly mindful of that. Together, we are working very hard to advance the women's agenda alongside our male allies and ensure that women are considered in all decisions. We have a plan to invest money in housing to ensure …
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Mr. Speaker, Canadians watched with pride as more than 250 Canadians competed in the Milano Cortina Olympic and Paralympic Games this year. Nothing makes us prouder than cheering on team Canada. Can the Secretary of State for Sport tell us how the Government of Canada is supporting these outstanding athletes?
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Mr. Speaker, getting into politics means choosing to serve and advance our democracy. Personal attacks, intimidation and hatred have no place in our institutions or our society. It is up to every one of us to foster an environment in which all people can contribute to public discourse with dignity and kindness. As we mark the National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and …
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Mr. Speaker, over the past year, Canadians have had to adapt to a rapidly changing and increasingly fragmented world. Today's world is more complex, more unstable, and, for many, more costly and unpredictable. In this context, Canadians have done what they have always done: rolled up their sleeves, supported one another and adapted. This work is required of every one of us. Now is the time for Can…
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Mr. Speaker, I will be sharing my time with the member for St. Catharines, who will speak after me. I am very pleased to take part in today's debate on an issue affecting all Canadians. Our government is well aware of the pressures involved in Canada's rising cost of living, especially the rising cost of fuel, at a time of intense political tension worldwide. We recently saw the price of gas spike…
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Mr. Speaker, it is true that gasoline is not just for private individuals. It is also used throughout the supply chain. If we reduce the price of a litre of regular gasoline by 10¢ and the price of a litre of diesel by four cents, it will undoubtedly have an impact on grocery prices. This has already been mentioned. The entire logistics chain and the transportation of goods will be affected. The c…
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Mr. Speaker, I would like to thank my hon. colleague, who got an A earlier for the way he presented his question. We must give credit where credit is due. With respect to his question, which is a very serious one, we have decided to cut four cents off every litre of diesel. I am very interested in knowing what my colleagues think of our plan to temporarily suspend the excise tax on gasoline and di…
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Mr. Speaker, on the subject of transportation electrification, Quebec's electric vehicle fleet is quite large. Quebec has the most electric vehicles on the road. The federal and provincial governments decided to invest in giving people a rebate when they buy an electric vehicle. I understand my colleague's concern. This is a difficult situation. Most families are watching the price of everything g…
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Mr. Speaker, when we talk about national defence, we are talking about our armed forces. However, we also need to talk about our businesses, our regions and our ability to innovate. SMEs, research centres and entrepreneurs in the Laurentians want to contribute to Canada's defence industrial strategy and the major investments that were announced. These investments are creating practical opportuniti…
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Mr. Speaker, I will be sharing my time with the member from Mississauga East—Cooksville. I am very pleased to rise today as a proud member of the Standing Committee on International Trade. This is my fourth year serving on that committee and it is always very interesting. We have studied a number of free trade agreements. Today, I am rising to discuss Bill C‑13, which seeks to implement the United…
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Mr. Speaker, this is an issue that comes up often at the Standing Committee on International Trade: The pensions of British citizens who live in Canada are not indexed, unlike in the United States. I understand that this is a really important issue for them, but I do not believe this is the right forum to resolve this situation. However, that does not mean that we are not aware of what these peopl…
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Mr. Speaker, obviously, reciprocity in health standards is always a delicate issue, and it came up when we negotiated the free trade agreement with Europe. I must say that the quality of the products we produce here, whether it be poultry, beef or pork, is higher and meets higher standards. It was surprising that there was a problem with England, when we know very well that Japan is accepting our …
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Mr. Speaker, that is an excellent question. Indeed, given that we were heavily dependent on our neighbours to the south, the Prime Minister is someone who will make Canada less vulnerable. We need to open up more markets, actually ensure that we open up other markets. Adding the United Kingdom to the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership, or CPTPP, is certainly a go…
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Mr. Speaker, with International Women's Day celebrations still front of mind, let us take a moment to reflect on how far we have come. The advances that we celebrate today were never a foregone conclusion. They happened because one generation of women after another had the courage to challenge what seemed unchangeable. International Women's Day is more than simply a time to look back. It is an opp…
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Mr. Speaker, I listened carefully to my hon. colleague. Can the member describe in concrete terms the pressure that the Conservatives believe asylum seekers are putting on Canada's health care system, which all Canadians are very proud of?
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Mr. Speaker, how can the Government of Canada ensure that the serious mistakes made in 1969 are not repeated and will not be repeated?
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Mr. Speaker, I will be sharing my time with the member for Beauport—Limoilou. I rise today with the utmost respect for the families and communities that were affected by the Mirabel expropriations. As many here know, I have lived in the Lower Laurentians region for a number of years. My riding of Rivière-des-Milles-Îles includes Deux-Montagnes, Saint-Eustache, Boisbriand and Rosemère. It is just s…
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I thank my hon. colleague for his question. In my speech, I said that the laws have changed since 1969. We are no longer in the same place at all. Respect has become very important in all of this. There was no notice before. Now, people will be invited to participate. There are consultations. The people in the 60‑metre corridor who will be affected will know it, and agreements will be made. This i…
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Mr. Speaker, I would like to ask my colleague if he has ever been to Mirabel. Have you ever spoken to people in Mirabel? Do you know what intergenerational trauma is?
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Are you aware that this motion recognizes the injustice and the people of Mirabel whose land was expropriated? Acres of land have been returned, and there is still some land that is being leased around the airport.
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Mr. Speaker, I thank my hon. colleague from Quebec City. What people need to do is get involved and go to the consultations to get the right information. Instead of peddling information that is unverified and potentially incorrect, people need to get involved and visit the Alto website to find out more. Consultations will be held in over 100 communities. That is what I would suggest to everyone.
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Mr. Speaker, I thank my colleague from Rivière-du-Nord, which is north of Mirabel, so he is surely also very aware of the situation. He is a lawyer, after all. The laws have changed since 1985. Expropriation laws have changed. He should be realize that things are different now.
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Mr. Speaker, I would like to draw the House's attention to a great source of pride for Canada and for my riding of Rivière-des-Mille-Îles. Deux‑Montagnes native Mikaël Kingsbury has been named a flag bearer for Team Canada at the Milano Cortina 2026 winter Olympics, which begin at the end of this week. Mikaël Kingsbury is an exceptional athlete and freestyle skiing icon who epitomizes excellence, …
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Mr. Speaker, I will be splitting my time with the member for London West. First, I would like to offer my best wishes for a happy new year to all my colleagues in the House and especially to all my constituents in Rivière-des-Mille-Îles, whom I proudly represent, whether they are from Deux-Montagnes, Saint-Eustache, Boisbriand or Rosemère. I would like to wish everyone a safe and healthy 2026, and…
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Mr. Speaker, this is a subject we have discussed many times. Intimate partner violence is one of our priorities. As I explained earlier, there are many coercive behaviours that tend to be seen before a femicide occurs. There are many measures that can be put in place regarding the intimate partner who is using psychological violence in the context of coercive control. Violence also includes preven…
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Mr. Speaker, since January 1, there have been four femicides in Quebec, and nine in total in Canada. It is unacceptable that we live in a country where women and girls experience this violence. It has been proven and studied: There are several stages leading up to femicide. Ultimately, there is a kind of inner anger for which no solution has been found. Since my colleague asked me the question, I …
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Mr. Speaker, I thank my colleague for his question, and I am very pleased to be back here in the House with my colleagues. Elevating femicide to first-degree murder also allows us to set an international example, particularly for democratic countries with justice systems similar to ours. I will say it again: it is unacceptable for this to be considered an ordinary murder. The victims' families mus…
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Mr. Speaker, strengthening economic security also means protecting seniors' dignity and financial peace of mind. That includes protecting them from fraud, which is a major political issue. Who said that? It was the member for Shefford. We agree. That is why it is disappointing to see the Bloc Québécois delaying the passage of Bill C-15. Could the Minister of Finance remind those who are intentiona…
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Mr. Speaker, believe me, I will fight for Quebec too, and I will fight for the French language. I agree with the investments in CBC/Radio-Canada that my colleague talked about. I would like to know what my Bloc Québécois colleague thinks about our budget and the investments that we are going to make in the Port of Montreal at Contrecoeur, in Hydro-Québec, in culture and for the French language. Wh…
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Mr. Speaker, at this time of year, when helping one another becomes especially meaningful, I want to draw the House's attention to the importance of the many food drives that are being held in our communities. Thanks to the generosity of our fellow Canadians, hundreds of families are getting essential support and finding a bit of hope as the holidays approach. I want to express my sincere gratitud…
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Mr. Speaker, I enjoyed listening to our colleague's speech. I would like to know his position on the fact that, thanks to the plans we have put in place, 60,000 jobs were created in October and November. Does my colleague intend to support the budget implementation bill?
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Mr. Speaker, I have a question for my hon. colleague across the aisle. I would like to know whether he supports the measures in the 2025 budget to combat the economic abuse of seniors and others.
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Mr. Speaker, I listened to my colleague's speech and I would like to know where she stands. Budget 2025 allocates $660 million to provide housing and shelters for women and to help combat gender-based violence. I would like to know where my colleague stands on this issue, which we must address at all levels.
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Mr. Speaker, I am pleased to rise today to speak to Bill C-15 at second reading. I want to talk about it in language that is easy to understand, because this bill has a direct impact on the lives of families, workers, seniors and businesses back home in Rivière-des-Mille-Îles. I want everyone to be able to understand what this bill means for our community, without needing a financial or policy exp…
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Mr. Speaker, I have the privilege of serving as a member of the Standing Committee on International Trade. Our country has free trade agreements with Europe, Asia, the United States and Mexico. We are working hard to ensure that we create as much opportunity as possible for our businesses as we try to diversify our markets as much as possible and make Canada as successful as possible. We all know …
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Mr. Speaker, my colleague is talking to me about Mirabel, a city north of my riding. We are going to be making serious investments in defence. We have no choice; we have to take care of our defence. Mirabel is home to L3Harris Mas, which maintains the F‑35s. It is also home to Airbus, Safran and Textron, which manufactures helicopters. My riding is home to Novabus, and Paccar is next door. All of …
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