Claude Guay
LaSalle—Émard—Verdun, Quebec · Liberal · Canada
“Mr. Speaker, our colleagues have short memories, and I am not convinced they read the news. They seem to have forgotten that we announced the Contrecoeur expansion of the port of Montreal, which will create 8,000 direct and indirect jobs and attract $1.2 billion in investment.”
“Mr. Speaker, I thank my colleague for raising that point. It is unacceptable that these documents were not provided in French. We agree that Quebeckers must be able to understand and participate in discussions on projects that could affect their communities.”
“Mr. Speaker, we are spending less to invest more. We are maintaining our presence in every single province and remain the largest agricultural researcher in the country.”
“Mr. Speaker, FCC is an independent Crown corporation and operates at arm's length. With that said, what I can say is that farmers and agriculture stakeholders around the country appreciate the good work that is done by FCC.”
“Mr. Speaker, the Bloc Québécois is only capable of saying no, and it certainly cannot walk and chew gum at the same time. We can fight climate change while protecting our economy and developing our natural resources. That is what we are doing here in Canada, and we are doing so responsibly.”
“Mr. Speaker, Canadians want us to build a stronger, more independent and more resilient economy in partnership with the provinces, territories and indigenous peoples. The Conservatives are ignoring everything going on around the world and in geopolitics. They are disparaging Canada. We will continue to build Canada strong.”
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“Mr. Speaker, the mill closures are a challenge across the country, not just in British Columbia. We feel for every worker who is being impacted with that situation, as well as their families, but the reality is that we are faced with an unjustified tariff war from our neighbour to the south, which is affecting this industry and has been affecting it for many years. We have been fighting numerous tariffs over the years, but the government is taking on a series of activities to help the industry, and these require profound measures. Some of those measures include the $1.2 billion the member mentioned, which is really to help, from a liquidity perspective, the companies that are facing these tariffs.”
“Mr. Speaker, the member opposite is trying to suggest that we are not building. I would remind him that we just saw the largest private sector investment in Canada. LNG Canada shipped its first LNG to Asia. Cedar LNG is now under construction. Woodfibre LNG is now under construction. Ksi Lisims LNG is now approved, and its pipeline is now ready for construction. When Alberta's project is ready, it will be evaluated as well. Let us stop with the manufactured rage, and let us build Canada strong.”
“Mr. Speaker, it is difficult news, the closure of any mill, whether it is on Vancouver Island or anywhere in the country. We have come forward with a lot of support from a financial perspective. We work with the provincial governments as partners to protect these. The Conservatives may have missed the news that we announced a forestry sector transformation task force for the industry. It has already met and is formulating recommendations for the government for the future. We will continue to examine every option available. I urge the members to work with us on those—”
“Mr. Speaker, the closure of a mill is difficult news, whether it is on Vancouver Island or anywhere across the country. It is difficult news for workers, their families and the community. The federal government has come forward with support for the sector. We urge the provincial governments to work with us as partners to protect these jobs— Some hon. members: Oh, oh!”
“Madam Speaker, as the Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, I spend a lot of my time focusing on critical minerals. I therefore have the great privilege of doing most of my work with stakeholders in regions across Canada. We know that energy production and mining—”
“Madam Speaker, I agree with my colleague on one point: Like him, I am a bit puzzled by the proposal before us today. However, here is where we differ a little: In my speech, I talked about clean energy and conventional energy. The government wants to do both, and we think we can do both. Naturally, however, doing both while meeting our climate change commitments will take a certain framework. My colleague did not say so, but I believe we are thinking the same thing. This proposal is similar to one we have seen before from a certain party south of the border, where all the regulations were thrown out, as if that was the way to build an economy of the future. We, as Canadians, do not believe that. We believe that we can build a strong country while remaining responsible and holding the course on our net-zero targets.”
“Madam Speaker, what happened in the member's riding is sad, but I am very confused by his position. He is the first Conservative member I have heard mention the words “climate change”. We know that the long-term strategy to fight climate change is carbon neutrality, to get to net zero, which the government is staying steadfast to meet by 2050. The proposal by the Conservatives today would be an unbridled race. There is nothing mentioned about net zero in their proposal. It would actually remove a whole bunch of legislation that could actually help us attain net zero. I feel for the member and the situation in his riding. From a long-term perspective, we have to fight climate change and get to net zero. I am happy to discuss with the member what else we can do to help the farmers at the present time.”
“Our work on the international stage is diversifying our markets to strengthen our economy. That is how we make Canada an energy superpower. That is how we build a country.”
“Their proposal to eliminate all environmental assessments would take us back to the days of Prime Minister Harper, when projects were stalled in court and nothing was getting built, even though there were no official regulations. The Conservative proposal would increase uncertainty and undermine investment at the worst possible time, when we need to build a strong and resilient economy. Our government's collaborative approach is already accelerating the construction of major projects, and our agreements to achieve the “one project, one review” goal will speed things up even more. Our electricity and nuclear strategies will unlock major investments in our energy sector and ensure a clean future for our children. However, there is no mention of that in their proposal.”
“By working together with the provinces, territories and indigenous peoples, we can make Canada an energy superpower. Canada can become a reliable energy supplier in a world in crisis because we have the resources the world needs, the talent to build a prosperous economy and values that unite us. (1540) In the months ahead, we will go further and be more ambitious, because that is what Canadians deserve. We are building Canada strong, with good, well-paying jobs for our workers. We can achieve all this while continuing to fight climate change, a topic our friends in the opposition never seem to mention. Now I want to talk about our net-zero-by-2050 targets. Today's motion, proposed by the Conservatives, would weaken Canada's position.”
“The Minister of Energy and Natural Resources is in India as we speak, working to expand our trade network and attract even more investment to Canada. Here is our plan to make Canada an energy superpower: first, speed up the construction of infrastructure and natural resource projects; second, unlock major investments in clean and conventional energy; and third, diversify our exports to strengthen our economy. This work must be done in partnership with indigenous peoples. Our government will always act in accordance with the constitutional rights of first nations, Inuit and Métis peoples. That is why one of our government's first actions was to double the indigenous loan guarantee program. Reconciliation must be at the heart of our efforts to build major projects because the best projects are those that benefit everyone.”
“tariffs, we need better cards to play. Our energy and natural resources are winning cards for building a prosperous country in an uncertain world. Making Canada an energy superpower does not stop at our borders. The idea is not only to accelerate energy projects here at home, but to diversify our exports as well. In a world where our closest trading partner has imposed tariffs on us, diversification is a necessity. Diversifying our exports improves our resilience, strengthens our industries and protects our jobs. Diversification allows us to build a strong economy that provides good jobs and good wages for Canadians. Our government has signed 12 trade and security deals on four continents in six months.”
“We have already signed co-operation agreements on environmental assessments with three provinces, and we will soon be signing two more. Our goal is to sign agreements with all the provinces to speed up project construction, unlock major investments and create jobs across Canada. We are not stopping there. In the coming months, our government will introduce our electricity strategy, a strategy that will generate billions of dollars in investments in clean Canadian electricity and our power grid. We will also be introducing our nuclear energy strategy, which will involve developing major nuclear projects to provide even more clean and reliable energy in Canada. This work will create jobs in communities across the country, lead to higher wages for Canadian workers and build a stronger, more resilient economy. In order to deal with the U.S.”
“I am also talking about projects such as phase 2 of LNG Canada and Ksi Lisims LNG, which are among the largest private investments in Canadian history, and clean energy projects that will provide reliable and affordable energy, such as the Iqaluit hydroelectric project in Nunavut and the north coast transmission line in British Columbia. Together, these projects represent $116 billion in investments in our economy and they will support more than 68,000 jobs in Canada. This work is essential in making Canada an energy superpower, but it is only the beginning. Our government intends to speed up the approval and construction of all infrastructure, energy and natural resource projects. That is why we are implementing the “one project, one review” approach. We will eliminate duplication between federal and provincial assessments.”
“To start, we passed the Building Canada Act and created the Major Projects Office. The goal was clear: to accelerate the construction of major projects. Since then, 11 major projects have been submitted to the Major Projects Office, including the port of Montreal expansion project, which is expected to begin construction this year, and critical minerals projects that will strengthen our national security, such as the Nouveau Monde Graphite mine in Quebec, the Sisson mine in New Brunswick and the Foran copper mine in Saskatchewan.”
“Madam Speaker, during the last election, we made a clear promise to Canadians to make Canada an energy superpower. From day one, we have been working hard to achieve that goal, building major projects for clean and conventional energy across the country. We made that promise because Canada is a nation of builders, innovators and explorers. Whether it is the development of hydroelectric power in Quebec, nuclear power in Ontario or conventional energy in Alberta, not to mention all the other energy projects across the country, Canada has the natural resources the world needs. Making Canada an energy superpower means creating jobs, increasing wages and providing opportunities for communities across the country. It means strengthening our economy to deal with the uncertainty that exists both worldwide and in the United States.”
“Instead of spending an evening wrapping presents, I will be proudly attending the 55th anniversary of the 796 LaSalle Air Cadet Squadron at the LaSalle Legion. [ English ] If this is what a holiday looks like as an MP, I am grateful for every moment. [ Translation ] I wish every member of the House and the people of LaSalle—Émard—Verdun a very happy holiday season.”
“Mr. Speaker, as my first year in the House draws to a close, I am proud of what we have accomplished together, including presenting our first budget and supporting major projects like the Nouveau Monde Graphite mine. [ English ] Now comes my first holiday as a member of Parliament. Let us just say, it is not quite what I am used to. Most years I would be home, trying and failing to get my Christmas lights to work. Instead, I will be at Maison d'Entraide St-Paul et Émard sharing a warm meal with the community. [ Translation ] Normally, I would be rushing around doing my last-minute shopping, but this year, I will be handing out holiday hampers with the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul.”
“Mr. Speaker, I am not going to talk about history. I am going to talk about the here and now. I would submit that the Conservative Party did not move a motion that supports the entire MOU, specifically because their caucus and even their leader , for that matter, do not support the MOU that Alberta signed, which includes strengthening industrial carbon pricing. On this side of the House, the government is focused on outcomes. We will keep working with Alberta, British Columbia and indigenous people, so that we can deliver a better future for all Canadians and build Canada strong.”
“While the Premier of Alberta says that industrial carbon pricing is necessary to stimulate investment in the emissions reduction technology needed to make Canada an energy superpower, federal Conservatives say they disagree with Alberta and continue to undermine industrial carbon pricing. By refusing to support all elements of this MOU, including industrial carbon pricing, Conservatives are demonstrating that they disagree with Premier Smith and that they oppose the policies needed to grow Canada's economy while fighting climate change.”
“In fact, by ignoring the importance of indigenous co-ownership, engagement with the British Columbia government, the need for a private sector proponent and decarbonization efforts, the Conservatives are showing that they do not support the MOU signed by Premier Smith. The Conservatives are playing a game of pretending their motion can substitute for a real project proposal, real financing and the work needed to get a project built. If the Conservatives were serious, they would have moved a motion with the full text of the MOU, including industrial carbon pricing, interties, nuclear, AI, engagement with B.C., consultation with indigenous peoples and indigenous co-ownership.”
“A report from Clean Prosperity says this measure could unlock over $90 billion of investment in clean energy and clean technology. The Conservatives also excluded the Pathways project from their motion, a crucial carbon capture and storage project representing over $16 billion of investment in Alberta's clean technology sector, which is expected to create over 18,000 jobs for Albertans. The Conservatives excluded from their motion the importance of trilateral discussions with the Government of British Columbia, and that the MOU requires close alignment between Alberta and British Columbia on shared benefits. Endorsing the Conservative approach of omitting parts of the MOU does not bring a pipeline closer.”
“Mr. Speaker, Canada is in a trade war, one we did not ask for, but one which we must win. In a moment like this, we need to be united and focused on building our country up. We should not be playing partisan Conservative games. Canadians expect more from the House, and we are delivering for Canadians. That is why the federal government and Premier Smith signed and support the full memorandum of understanding. The Conservative motion yesterday cherry-picked parts of the MOU, ignoring crucial parts of the agreement in an attempt to score cheap political points. I encourage the Conservative member to read the entire MOU. The Conservatives excluded from their motion that Alberta signed up to increase its industrial carbon price from a current effective price of around $25 to a minimum of $130.”
“Mr. Speaker, I think it is important to call attention to the last motion moved by our Conservative colleagues. This motion seeks to divide Canada. Conservative representatives from different provinces across the country support the framework agreement. We have persuaded a province that had been relatively reluctant until now to participate in our decarbonization measures and to embrace a series of federal government measures, and we should be very proud of that. I find it unfortunate that our Conservative friends chose to include only one aspect of the framework agreement in a motion that says nothing about climate change.”
“Mr. Speaker, I am not sure what my hon. colleague was doing during my 10-minute speech in which I talked about climate change and all the measures we included in the framework agreement we signed with Alberta. We are very proud to have persuaded Alberta to agree to diversify our conventional and clean energy sources by signing this agreement, which includes many climate change measures and related language. My response to my hon. colleague is that, yes, we believe in climate change, and we will continue to address it while building a strong Canada.”
“Mr. Speaker, I totally agree, and the MOU is actually to diversify our market. We totally intend to work with Alberta to give access to the Asian market. It actually is stated in the MOU. I regret to inform the member that the motion put forward does not include that portion of the MOU. We totally agree about the market, but we would like all the pieces of the MOU to be included in the motion.”
“Some constructive conversations with British Columbia have already taken place. Indigenous rights must also be respected by engaging in meaningful consultation and encouraging participation and partnership with indigenous peoples. We have made it clear that shared ownership with indigenous communities is an essential requirement for any prospective pipeline project. That is one more thing that was left out of the Conservative motion. Canada stands ready to lead with bold action, striking a balance between growth and responsible stewardship and showing the world that prosperity uplifts people and the planet. We are ready to lead by example and to build.”
“By setting ambitious greenhouse gas emission targets in all sectors, investing in low-carbon technologies and encouraging innovation through a predictable and robust industrial carbon pricing system, Canada sends a clear signal to investors and its trade partners that Canada will influence global trends in the fight against climate change. There is no trade-off between prosperity and the fight against climate change. There is only leadership and collaboration. The government's goal is to work with provinces, territories and indigenous people to build Canada. A collaborative approach is the very foundation of our Confederation. One of the next steps in the implementation of the agreement will consist in engaging in immediate trilateral discussion with British Columbia and Alberta.”
“This is not just about reducing emissions from oil production, but also about building a clean electricity grid. We cannot call on other countries to cut their emissions while failing to demonstrate that prosperity can go hand in hand with the fight against climate change. Our world-class record in terms of emissions, the rights of indigenous peoples and consultation is precisely what makes Canada an attractive energy supplier for our allies that care about reliability, security and environmental progress.”
“It aims for a 75% reduction in methane emissions from the sector by 2035 compared with 2014 levels. In short, resource development and climate leadership will advance together, ensuring that growth is directly linked to real, verified greenhouse gas emission reductions. These are not generic targets. The MOU sets a goal for Canadian heavy oil to achieve excellence in carbon emissions reduction and reach net-zero emissions by 2050. To achieve these results, the MOU links progress to key investments in transformative technologies. The MOU supports and promotes rapid growth in the clean energy sectors. By integrating new interconnections between provinces and promoting the expansion of renewable energy production in western Canada, the MOU enables system-wide decarbonization.”
“The MOU clearly states that growth in the conventional energy sector will have to include some of the largest, measurable reductions in greenhouse gas emissions in the world, along with concrete measures for fighting climate change. These are the facts: The MOU reaffirms the commitments made by Canada and Alberta to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050. That is a section that was left out of the Conservative Party's motion. This is not just a dream. This commitment is based on measures to reduce emissions from oil production through Pathways Plus, a carbon capture and storage project, as well as through robust industrial carbon pricing and through methane emissions reductions. (1535) Indeed, the MOU sets the path for Alberta and Canada to reduce methane emissions.”
“The MOU signed with Alberta is clear: Alberta's industrial carbon price has to increase from $25 to at least $130. According to a report by Clean Prosperity, a minimum price of $130 in Alberta could reduce carbon emissions by 70 megatonnes a year and unlock more than $90 billion in clean tech and energy investments. Consistent industrial carbon pricing guarantees a sustainable and predictable financial incentive for reducing emissions, investing in clean tech and decarbonizing supply chains. Industrial carbon pricing deserves credit for the largest emissions reduction in our climate plan. The MOU with Alberta is strengthening industrial carbon pricing while building a national consensus in support of it. It is one example of how co-operation and technological innovation can work together to achieve real progress.”
“That is what happens when we collaborate: We have the opportunity to shape a future where Canada's energy leadership and its climate ambitions move forward together. As long as the world is using oil and gas, we must ensure that the oil that Canada provides is produced with the lowest carbon emissions possible. Technologies such as carbon capture and storage will help Canada produce some of the lowest-emitting oil and gas in the world. These initiatives will strengthen Canada's industrial and climate competitiveness, support the development of Canadian clean technologies, and move us closer to our goal of becoming a clean and conventional energy superpower while achieving net zero. Furthermore, our industrial carbon pricing system is pushing industries to adopt clean technologies and develop clean energy.”
“Canada must provide the energy the world needs with environmental rigour and by advancing unwaveringly towards a prosperous and sustainable economy. While Canada and Alberta work together in a renewed spirit of collaboration, as evidenced by the MOU, we are creating the conditions for projects that will strengthen our economy while fighting climate change. Together, we are moving forward on the Pathways Plus project, the largest carbon capture and storage initiative in the world. The Pathways Plus project will help cut emissions in our conventional energy sector to make it more competitive globally while generating significant economic benefits, including investments of more than $16 billion and the creation of more than 18,000 jobs.”
“Mr. Speaker, I will be splitting my time with the member for Humber River—Black Creek . Throughout Canada, from the far north to our urban centres and smaller communities, Canadians expect their government to show true leadership in dealing with the greatest challenge of our time, and that is climate change. Our path to prosperity, our vision for energy, the economy and security, cannot and must not come at the expense of our planet, our children, or our duty to act with courage and conviction to reach net zero. That is why the memorandum of understanding recently signed between Canada and Alberta is so important. It is proof of our commitment to building Canada while reducing our greenhouse gas emissions.”
“Mr. Speaker, I have good news for all the workers across Canada. All of the major projects we are introducing will generate good jobs for unionized workers in all trades across the country. This will move Canada forward.”
“Mr. Chair, I hear the hon. member asking for action. The government is taking action. Is it perfect? Maybe it is not perfect. We are listening to the industry, but I did not hear the member suggest any solution to what we agree is a very difficult situation. If they do not want a handout and they want a deal, I would like to know what concessions they are prepared to give to the Americans to get a deal.”
“Mr. Chair, I would like to put a question to my colleague, who has a great deal of experience in the House and has been through these recent crises. What does he suggest as a long-term solution to this crisis?”
“Mr. Chair, no matter how my colleague presents it, I believe that everyone in this House agrees that this is a terrible situation and that the impact it is having on the industry, families and workers is unfortunate. I would like to remind him of something. Perhaps the interpretation was not working earlier, but today the Minister of Energy and Natural Resources announced that additional assistance for the industry would be coming this week. We are taking note of feedback from the industry. We are in constant discussion with the industry to stay on top of the situation. I hear my colleagues talking about negotiations, about the fact that an agreement is needed and that it should be done—”
“Madam Chair, I would like to remind the House that during question period today, the Minister of Energy and Natural Resources said that additional assistance for the softwood lumber industry would be announced this week. I just wanted to point that out. My question for the parliamentary secretary is this. At the Standing Committee on Natural Resources, the CEO of Domtar said that one of the measures likely to help the industry would be to shift 2% to 3% of Canadian demand to mass timber, which would increase prices and make the industry more economically viable. How does the government intend to ensure that Build Canada Homes programs promote the use of mass timber?”
“Madam Chair, I agree with my colleague from the Bloc Québécois on the importance of this sector. He knows full well that the government is pulling out all the stops to find a way to help the industry. I also want to thank him for his proposal. I have two questions for him. It is clear that this could be seen as a subsidy for U.S. consumers, since Canada would be paying the tariffs in their place. How can we ensure that it would not be perceived that way? Washington would likely view this as a subsidy for Canadian companies and could decide to raise tariffs. We know how Washington reacts when foreign governments get involved or intervene. The President could wake up one morning and decide to double, triple or quadruple the tariffs. We have seen him do it in the past. How can we prevent this from happening?”
“If the answer is that they would do a deal with the Americans, I would love to hear their strategy on how they would do a deal and what they would leave on the table and concede to the Americans in order to get a good deal. That is what the Prime Minister is trying to do.”
“Madam Chair, I just want to correct the hon. member. I may seem to have been here for only a minute in the House, as I have just been elected for the first time. However, I was in business for 40 years. I have done a lot of business with pulp and paper and the forestry industry during my career, so I understand the industry very well. Conservatives say they care. We have announced $1.25 million, including liquidity, help with salaries, transformation— An hon. member: Oh, oh! Claude Guay: Just let me finish. Madam Chair, if they are so smart and know better than we do what should happen, I have heard their comments and I would like to hear what they would offer.”
“Madam Chair, I have a comment and a question for the Leader of the Opposition. My comment is that it sounds to me as though there is selective amnesia from the Leader of the Opposition and the Conservatives, because this has been going on for 40 years. He just reminded us of one time under Prime Minister Harper, but it has really happened five times over 40 years, and this is the fifth time. Therefore, let us talk about the whole situation. My question for the Leader of the Opposition is this: He is very good at criticizing the Prime Minister on every single step, but I have never heard what his plan would be to negotiate with the President of the United States. I would love to hear that from him.”
“Mr. Speaker, I would like to remind the member that there are plenty of examples. I have another one, the north coast transmission line, which has been referred to the Major Projects Office for further consideration, twinning existing transmission lines from Prince George to Terrace and up to Bob Quinn substation, enabling clean growth for critical minerals and LNG while also improving telecom and electricity access for remote northwestern B.C. communities. Once operational, it would create thousands of careers, generate substantial public revenue, help prevent up to three million tonnes of annual carbon emissions, and anchor a clean energy corridor for generations. When it comes to projects of national importance, the government will always work with indigenous people to find the right way forward.”
“On the northwest coast of British Columbia, within the modern treaty territory of the Nisga'a Nation, the Ksi Lisims LNG facility, partnered by the Nisga'a Nation, Western LNG and Rockies LNG, is designed to be among the world's lowest-emission LNG operations. Federally and provincially approved, it will bring thousands of skilled jobs and nearly $30 billion in investment—”
“Based in the world's second-largest nickel reserve, this initiative will anchor Canada's leadership in green industry. Agreements have been signed with the Mattagami, Matachewan and Flying Post first nations, ensuring not only early business and employment opportunities, but also firm commitments on contracting and long-term economic benefits for the communities. In a landmark partnership, the Taykwa Tagamou Nation is investing $20 million in the project, securing a meaningful equity stake. This partnership demonstrates that indigenous participation is not just possible but essential to the project's long-term success.”
“From Nunavut, the Iqaluit hydroelectric project stands out as Nunavut's first 100% Inuit-owned renewable energy developer. This 15- to 30-megawatt hydro facility will replace Iqaluit's dependence on imported diesel, which is close to 15 million litres per year, producing roughly 130,000 tonnes of greenhouse gas. The project is a powerful example of Inuit self-determination and economic growth, while making it easier to stabilize local electricity rates. I can assure the House that every significant decision in this project, and others like it, involves direct engagement with rights holders and affected groups, showing true indigenous-led leadership for clean energy and a sustainable future. Another potential project of national interest I would like to mention is Canada Nickel's Crawford project.”
“It is clear that many projects before the Major Projects Office feature indigenous communities as key stakeholders and leaders with real ownership stakes. Take the Red Chris mine expansion in northwest British Columbia, for example. Working in close partnership with the Tahltan Nation, this project will extend the mine's lifespan by more than a decade and boost Canada's annual copper production by 15%. It will employ 1,500 workers during operations and up to 1,800 during construction. We should be proud that when operational, this mine will reduce greenhouse gas emissions by over 70%. As part of the proposed northwest critical conservation corridor, this project illustrates how indigenous leadership, critical minerals development, clean power transmission and conservation can work hand in hand.”
“Mr. Speaker, I rise today in the House of Commons, located on the traditional unceded territory of the Algonquin Anishinabe people, land that reminds us daily of our duty to honour indigenous rights and reconciliation. We are committed to making Canada an energy superpower while protecting our environment, including the northern B.C. coast. It is important to clearly state that the federal government has not received a proposal to build the project the member has referenced, and it has not been referred to the Major Projects Office for consideration. If, at any time, this pipeline or any similar project is to be considered, our government is committed to meaningful consultation with indigenous people. Upholding indigenous rights is non-negotiable. Our approach is rooted in partnership, respect and reconciliation.”