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Mr. Speaker, across Canada, people from many cultures and backgrounds come together to contribute to a shared society. The safety, opportunity and sense of belonging found here are what have led many people to choose Canada as their home. This week, as we mark the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, we reflect on the importance of protecting these values. Respect, socia…
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Mr. Speaker, we are all heartbroken by the horrific attack at Tumbler Ridge Secondary School. No parent should ever have to experience the loss of a child. I want to join members of the House in sharing my grief for the nine lives lost in Tumbler Ridge on Tuesday, and to pray for the quick recovery of the injured survivors. I also want to thank the first responders for their professionalism, which…
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Mr. Speaker, I rise to draw attention to a serious issue in Fleetwood—Port Kells. With the number of extortion cases on the rise, I met with constituents who shared their concerns about extortion and intimidation in Surrey. No one should live in fear for their safety or their livelihood. These acts undermine trust, threaten community well-being and place strain on those who are trying to build a b…
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Mr. Speaker, communities across Canada want to feel safe in their neighbourhoods and confident their government is taking action to prevent crime, especially given the rise in extortion in B.C.'s Lower Mainland. Can the minister update the House on measures the government is taking to counter extortion, support law enforcement and ensure our communities feel safe?
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Mr. Speaker, I congratulate the member as a Quebec member because Quebec is currently the only province that has this transparency. I am trying to tell Canadians that, if it can be done in Quebec, it should be done for all Canadians. I am absolutely open to help fellow Canadians wherever we can so they can live a reasonable life by paying reasonable prices for food products.
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Mr. Speaker, the taxes the member is talking about do not exist. There is zero effect from carbon taxes, and there are many studies that have justified that.
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moved that Bill C-226, An Act to establish a national framework to improve food price transparency, be read the second time and referred to a committee. Mr. Speaker, I proudly rise today for the second reading of my private member's bill, Bill C-226, an act to establish a national framework to improve food price transparency. The bill responds directly to what Canadians in every region of the coun…
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Mr. Speaker, Bill C-226 would make it so that every time someone goes to a grocery store, beside the pricing, the label would show what quantity someone is paying for, like grams or kilos. The consumer could then compare different products and stores to make sure they are getting the best price available. Right now, that is not happening anywhere besides Quebec. During the crisis two or three year…
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Mr. Speaker, this past weekend important discussions were held in Surrey, British Columbia, on strengthening our law enforcement and intelligence agencies to combat extortion. Protecting Canadians has never been more critical, yet the Conservatives play political games and stall measures like Bill C-2, preventing law enforcement from getting the key tools they need to protect Canadians. Can the Mi…
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Mr. Speaker, I rise in the House today to speak about our charter, which was born 43 years ago. Canadians have had confidence that their federal government will respect their charter-guaranteed rights. The Leader of the Opposition has now admitted that he would be the first to breach that trust. He would walk over our charter rights. He is telling us exactly who he is. By contrast, our government …
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Mr. Speaker, I rise today to address a matter of grave concern: public safety in Surrey. Residents are deeply worried about their safety and the security of their livelihoods. Seventy-four cases of extortion are currently under investigation. These are not just statistics. They are families, entrepreneurs and neighbourhoods living in fear. With Bill C-14, we have an opportunity and a responsibilit…
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Mr. Speaker, the legislation has been brought in to ensure that what my friend on the opposite side said does not happen again. We are bringing in legislation to toughen the law and ensure that Canadians feel safe in their homes and that laws are there to protect them.
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Mr. Speaker, before introducing this legislation, our Attorney General travelled across the country. He met with mayors. He met with police forces. He met with all the other people who are responsible for law enforcement in Canada. These are the things we were told. This is what needs to be done to create confidence among Canadians in our justice system. That is exactly what our legislation will d…
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Mr. Speaker, may I request that my friend repeat his question? The translation was not working.
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Mr. Speaker, I want to tell the member opposite that we do not play politics and we do not play with slogans. We are here to defend Canadians, and we will do whatever it takes to defend them.
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Mr. Speaker, the number one thing to note is that people who take part in extortion would have to prove to a judge that they are worthy of being released, rather than it being the responsibility of the Crown. Second, we would be able to look into their history, going back 10 years. If they are sentenced, they would have to serve their sentence. If it is two five-year terms, it would not be one ter…
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Mr. Speaker, I will be sharing my time with the member for Nunavut. I am pleased to speak today to Bill C-14, the bail and sentencing reform act, which proposes amendments to the Criminal Code to strengthen Canada's bail and sentencing laws by tightening release provisions for repeat and violent offenders and ensuring that serious crimes would be met with sentences that reflect their gravity. I wo…
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Mr. Speaker, today I rise in the House to stress the importance of protecting the fundamental freedoms guaranteed by our charter. Our government remains deeply committed to defending the rights of all Canadians and takes pride in upholding the charter. Last week, this House witnessed members of the official opposition, including members of visible minority communities, supporting a motion urging t…
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Mr. Speaker, over the summer, at various engagements, I was in my riding of Fleetwood—Port Kells where I had countless conversations with constituents. Their concerns came through loud and clear. People are worried about crime, extortion, bail reform and the rising cost of living. That is why the government is taking action. This includes the introduction of my private member's bill to establish a…
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moved for leave to introduce Bill C-226, An Act to establish a national framework to improve food price transparency. Mr. Speaker, it is a privilege to introduce my private member's bill, an act to establish a national framework for food price transparency. This bill is putting Canadians first. It is about empowering consumers every time they shop. The bill would ensure that all families have fair…
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Mr. Speaker, one in four Canadians avoids visiting a dentist because of cost and accessibility. Delaying preventive care can have a wide-reaching impact, including more expensive treatments, worsening health outcomes and lost productivity. Can the Minister of Jobs and Families please update Canadians on our plan to deliver dental care to uninsured Canadians?
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Mr. Speaker, today I rise with great pride to announce that this year, I will be hosting our annual Canada Day celebration in my riding of Fleetwood—Port Kells. Canada Day is a special occasion when we come together as one to celebrate our shared history, our many achievements and the joy of being Canadian. My constituents can join me on Tuesday, July 1, from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Chimney Heig…
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Mr. Speaker, my app was not working, so I came back and voted in person.
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Mr. Speaker, I ask for unanimous consent for my vote to count.
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Mr. Speaker, today I rise for the very first time, to thank the people of Fleetwood—Port Kells, and Canada, for placing their trust in me. I came to Canada in 1970 as an immigrant from a small village in Punjab, with eight dollars in my pocket. I worked as a lumber piler, pursued my education and supported my family. With determination, my journey led me to 14 years as a councillor in Williams Lak…
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