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Mr. Speaker, the global landscape is changing, and countries around the world are looking for ways to attract talent in critical and emerging industries. Canada has delivered globally impactful scientific breakthroughs, is home to world-class institutions and now has one of the world's largest international research attraction programs: $1.7 billion to bring the best and the brightest from across …
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Madam Speaker, since 1978, every year on November 29, we commemorate the International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People, but the solidarity did not begin in 1978. For over 75 years, millions of Canadians and hundreds of millions around the world have stood in recognition of a reality defined by displacement, loss and enduring hardship. It is also a day that reminds us of the extraordi…
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Mr. Speaker, young Canadians are ambitious and ready to build Canada's future. Budget 2025 makes generational investments in youth, from Canada summer jobs and the student work experience program to expanded training and apprenticeship opportunities. These are not short-term fixes; they are building blocks for a lifetime of success. While the opposition talks about cuts, this government is investi…
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Mr. Speaker, every day, Canadians rely on strong, reliable infrastructure, from safe roads and bridges to clean drinking water and modern, public facilities. They expect the government to build, protect and strengthen communities through historic investments. Can the minister inform the House of the generational infrastructure investment planned in budget 2025?
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Mr. Speaker, there are now fewer than 100 days until the 2026 Milano Cortina Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games. Our government recognizes that athlete health and well-being are foundational to performance, and we want all of team Canada to know that when they are representing the country we all love, we have their backs. Could my good friend and colleague, the Secretary of State for Sport, share…
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Mr. Speaker, once again, it is a privilege to rise in the House on behalf of the fine people of Mississauga Centre. It is also always a privilege to rise alongside my colleague and good friend, the member for Sackville—Bedford—Preston, particularly on a topic as important as this one. I said it already, but I proudly seconded this bill because, at the end of the day, politics is not just about pol…
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Mr. Speaker, it is always a privilege to rise in the House on behalf of the fine people of Mississauga Centre. It is also always a privilege to rise alongside my colleague and good friend, the member for Sackville—Bedford—Preston, particularly on a topic as important as this one. I proudly jointly seconded this bill, because at the end of the day, politics is not just about policies; it is about p…
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Mr. Speaker, as parliamentarians, we carry the voices of our communities while carrying our own. Mine is that of a Palestinian Canadian. I am the son of parents who never had a country they could truly call their own until they became Canadian. Growing up, my parents would speak of the immense suffering our people endure, fearing it would be forgotten, but they also spoke of their immense pride in…
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Mr. Speaker, the new government is working to build new economic and security relationships. One of the most important sectors of economic and export potential is defence. Earlier this week, the Prime Minister announced a $9.3-billion investment. This is a generational investment that will create thousands of jobs. As part of the new government's plan to expand into new export markets, can the Min…
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Mr. Speaker, as this is only my second time rising in this House, I will take a moment to once again thank my constituents out in Mississauga Centre for putting their trust in me. This past election, I heard from constituents day in, day out about a lot of issues and about their biggest priorities, things like affordability, health care and public safety. I also heard a lot about the confidence th…
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Mr. Speaker, with regard to ArriveCAN, where specific allegations of misconduct have been made, CBSA has launched an investigation that is still in process and has referred allegations to the RCMP. Additionally, on March 15, 2024, Public Services and Procurement Canada terminated all contracts and supply arrangements awarded to GC Strategies and suspended its security clearances, rendering GC Stra…
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Mr. Speaker, my thanks to my dear colleague for the very kind words and the condolences provided. I completely agree. Due process is a fundamental part of the system in which we operate. It is extremely important to bear in mind that earlier today we heard from the opposition that they are committed to fighting government overreach, yet while we stand here willing and committed to fight for the sy…
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Mr. Speaker, the truth is, we did hear from constituents and we did hear from Canadians this past election about the work that our government has been doing. Here we stand, re-elected as government, because Canadians have faith in the work that we will continue to do. In addressing this question, I will reiterate that our government is committed to following due process, and we will do exactly tha…
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Mr. Speaker, I would like to first take a moment to express my deepest condolences to all victims of the Air India tragedy. I want to notably offer my condolences to Dr. Patel, a member of our Mississauga community. To all those mourning this heartbreaking loss, our community grieves with them. I am pleased to have the opportunity to rise in the House today to address the important motion put forw…
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Mr. Speaker, I rise in this House for the first time, deeply honoured by the trust the people of Mississauga Centre have placed in me. I thank my family, friends, team, volunteers and dear constituents. I also want to acknowledge the Hon. Omar Alghabra for serving our beautiful riding for over 19 years, whether as MP or community member. I pledge to serve Mississauga Centre with purpose and humili…
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