Kristina Tesser Derksen
Milton East—Halton Hills South, Ontario · Liberal · Canada
“Mr. Speaker, it is my honour today to recognize the recipient of the 2026 Foster Hewitt Memorial Award, Georgetown's own Chris Cuthbert. Chris has been a dedicated member of the sports broadcasting community since his time at Queen's University, now serving over 45 years as a sports broadcaster.”
“Mr. Speaker, I listened with great interest to my colleague's speech. I worked as a family law lawyer, and I assisted women who were fleeing violence at home.”
“Mr. Speaker, what a heartfelt speech from my colleague. I am so glad I was here to hear it. I have mentioned in the House before that I worked as a family law lawyer. I worked in the violence against women sector, and I worked with women who were fleeing violence at home.”
“Mr. Speaker, my colleague mentioned municipalities in her speech. I am a former municipal councillor. Municipalities at any given time have a lot of balls in the air that they have to balance. One of the big ones is housing.”
“Mr. Speaker, I am pleased to rise today to speak to the 2026-27 main estimates for national defence and to this government's efforts to rebuild, rearm and reinvest in the Canadian Armed Forces. We all know the global threat landscape has changed.”
“We are also requesting $1.2 billion for fleet equipment readiness to give the defence team the direction and resources needed to adapt and respond to a more dynamic and complex security environment. Canada also needs to make major investments in future capabilities.”
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“It would impact the prospects for conditional release for individuals already serving sentences under existing laws. This retrospective application challenges the fundamental principles of justice and fairness, with case law finding retrospective application in similar situations unconstitutional, in particular when punitive in nature. Our correctional system must operate within the bounds of the rule of law and the rights and freedoms guaranteed by the charter. I would also put forward to the House that we should be careful not to exacerbate the known issue of overrepresentation of indigenous and Black offenders at the maximum security level and within the criminal justice system overall. The Government of Canada understands that an equitable justice system is an effective justice system.”
“By limiting access to this programming and conditional release for certain offenders, the bill could compromise the safety of staff and other inmates within our facilities by creating a more volatile and less manageable institutional environment. It could also undermine effective rehabilitation and safe reintegration, as inmates will be less likely to have a gradual, supervised release into the community once they have completed their sentence. Bill C-232 would ultimately endanger public safety upon an offender's release, as they would be released with less preparation and fewer tools to be a productive member of society. The bill also presents a significant charter concern, particularly given its application to current inmates.”
“While considering all case-specific factors, the security level is also determined based on Correctional Service Canada's assessment of the required degree of supervision and control within the institution, referred to as institutional adjustment, escape risk, and public safety risk in the event of escape. I would like to stress that at any point, an inmate can be returned to a higher security level, if this is deemed necessary to ensure the safety of the public or our institutions. Research shows there are better public safety outcomes when an offender's rehabilitation is gradual and structured. Research shows this. However, maximum-security institutions offer fewer opportunities for rehabilitative programs, such as education, domestic violence, substance abuse treatment, and jobs and skills training.”
“This would apply even if a sentence is finite, which would mean an offender is eventually released into the community. The designation of an offender as maximum security is a necessary measure to maintain the safety and security of penitentiaries and to protect public safety. The decision to reclassify maximum-security inmates as medium security is made only after rigorous and thorough assessment of the offender's case-specific risk factors. This includes an inmate's history and any dangerous offender designation, offence severity, potential for violent behaviour, outstanding charges, security-related incidents and their progress while in custody. It is the product of several criteria and considerations that are consistent with the principles of ensuring the protection of society, staff members and offenders.”
“Mr. Speaker, I am thankful for this opportunity to speak to this private member's bill, Bill C-232 . While seemingly well-intentioned, this is legislation the government cannot support. Our primary responsibility is to keep Canadians safe. To do this, we rely on laws and policies that are based on what has been proven to work. We know that the effective rehabilitation and reintegration of offenders reduces recidivism and improves public safety. Bill C-232 directly challenges this in a number of ways. First, it proposes to amend the Corrections and Conditional Release Act, the CCRA, to require inmates who have been designated as dangerous offenders or who are convicted of more than one count of first-degree murder to be confined to a maximum-security penitentiary for the duration of their sentence.”
“Mr. Speaker, on December 22, Canada submitted its plan for the long-term reform of first nations child and family services, which has the potential to transform care for our children and to address historic wrongs. Can the Minister of Indigenous Services please speak to the contents of the proposal to the Canadian Human Rights Tribunal?”
“Mr. Speaker, I want to thank my colleague for standing in the House and delivering those remarks with bravery. I know he has done a lot of work at the justice committee as well, so I thank him for that. In his remarks, the member mentioned the amount of time that has been spent at the justice committee debating this particular bill, over 30 hours, I believe he said. He mentioned some of the content that has been presented by opposition members of that committee. I wonder if my colleague could comment on the use of government resources, taxpayer dollars and time that has been spent on this excessive amount of debate at committee and whether or not his constituents see value in those resources being spent that way.”
“Mr. Speaker, I am aware of an academic community organization in that member's province called the Balanced Supply of Housing, or BSH, and it works in tandem with the University of British Columbia. BSH has stated that “Build Canada Homes is not a silver bullet, but it may be a turning point. By investing in non-profit, co-op, supportive housing, and by creating the financing and land pathways to make projects possible, Ottawa is reasserting itself”. It points out opportunities in achieving scale and goes on to state that, “For now, Build Canada Homes represents a step in the right direction”. Does the member disagree with that organization's position on Build Canada Homes?”
“Mr. Speaker, earlier this week, I was proud to stand alongside my colleagues on this side of the House to vote in favour of Bill C-15 . In addition to unlocking generational investments to help build a strong, modern, resilient Canadian economy, Bill C-15 contains important measures to make life more affordable for Canadians, including measures to advance open banking. Can the parliamentary secretary let us know how open banking reforms would allow Canadians to securely share financial data and give consumers clearer choices and better tools to manage their finances?”
“Madam Speaker, my colleague mentioned the respect that Canada commands from countries and international organizations around the world. One recent example is from the International Monetary Fund. The IMF highlighted that Canada is a G7 country that has significant fiscal headroom to support economic growth through investment. Can my colleague comment on how this budget leverages Canada's fiscal capacity to build and unleash our country's economic potential? Does he agree with the IMF's accolade?”
“Mr. Speaker, yesterday, our Prime Minister and the Minister of Finance made a historic announcement outlining concrete steps the government is taking to help life be more affordable for Canadians. Residents in my riding of Milton East—Halton Hills South support our government's ambitious plan to strengthen and diversify the economy, but they know that doing so requires both long-term investments and meaningful immediate supports. They want to know what actions our government is taking to make life more affordable and if they can count on all members of the House to put politics aside to support affordability for Canadians.”
“They do not reflect the urgency that Canadians are demanding. Canadians are asking us to work together and to deliver results. Bill C-14 is one important step toward strengthening public safety, and it deserves to move forward. It is time for the opposition to work constructively in committee so that Parliament can deliver the action our communities are demanding.”
“Mr. Speaker, recently I held a town hall in my riding to discuss our government's proposed legislation regarding public safety, including Bill C-14 . The discussion was frank, emotional and deeply personal. It was clear that my constituents want action. They are concerned about public safety, they expect results, and they expect Parliament to do its job. Many residents asked why progress has stalled and why bills remain tied up in committee. They are frustrated, and they are right to be. Our government is responding to real concerns raised by communities, victims and law-enforcement personnel. The delays are occurring in committee, where an opposition party has chosen obstruction over collaboration. Prolonged procedural delays and filibustering do not make communities safer. They do not help victims.”
“Whether it is playing cards on Sunday afternoons at Branch 136 of the Legion or capturing the moment cutting the ribbon at a new business, Mayor Gord is quintessentially Milton. I congratulate Mayor Krantz and his family on this incredible milestone, a testament to the power of public service that stands the test of time.”
“Mr. Speaker, hear ye, hear ye: Mayor Gordon Krantz of the town of Milton is celebrating his 60th year of elected office. First elected as municipal councillor in 1965 and then as mayor when I was just two years old, Mayor Krantz is Canada's longest-serving mayor, having served under 10 prime ministers. Mayor Krantz has guided Milton through four decades of managing growth and modernization. His leadership, vision and commitment have positioned Milton as one of the most educated, most diverse and most dynamic communities in the country. I have the distinct honour of having served as one of Mayor Krantz' municipal councillors, which was my first elected office in 2018.”
“Mr. Speaker, Canadians want to see real results, including new jobs, new opportunities and growth that supports families, businesses and communities like mine in Milton and Georgetown. This past week, the Prime Minister and the Minister of Foreign Affairs were in the U.A.E. and South Africa making deals, securing those opportunities and showcasing the best of what Canada has to offer. Could the Minister of Foreign Affairs update the House on how Canada is leveraging our strengths to deliver real benefits to Canadians?”
“Mr. Speaker, that is a very timely question. Obviously, trade with what had traditionally been our largest trading partner and closest ally for over 100 years is extremely important. Through no fault of our own, we have found that the United States has changed course and decided to become completely unreliable. As Canadians, we need to control what we can control. While we will keep the option open to continue negotiating on trade with the United States, we need to seek other reliable allies and partners in that field.”
“Mr. Speaker, my background as a municipal councillor has been extremely valuable in this role because I understand how the policies of other orders of government trickle down to municipalities and how they impact folks living in municipalities. We were thrilled to see the investments made in community infrastructure, for example, for building stronger communities. This is so important, because communities and municipalities now find that they are being delegated more and more responsibility from provincial governments without the corresponding financial support. Even though we are incentivizing builders and developers to build homes in our communities, we are also ensuring that municipalities are being made whole through infrastructure support.”
“Mr. Speaker, I respect my colleague's concerns about this. Our Prime Minister and our government have been extremely clear on this point. No project of this nature is going to move forward without the buy-in and informed consent of the indigenous communities and provinces that are impacted.”
“Mr. Speaker, certainly, our government has plans to invest a great deal in public safety. It is something we all heard a lot about at the doors. We are hiring 1,000 RCMP officers and 1,000 Canada Border Services agents. This will result in a stronger border. This government is serious about supporting our law enforcement men and women, who are keeping us all safe. I hope the opposition will join us in that endeavour.”
“This moment is a turning point for economic prosperity and nation building in Canada. We are taking control of our own future. We will achieve this by capturing all the promise and potential of our great nation and ourselves. For everything, there is a time, and this is a time to believe in ourselves, to believe in Canada.”
“It is at times of adversity that leadership is tested, and this government under this Prime Minister is leading this moment. Canada is remarkably poised to lead through the shifting sands of global trade and embark on a new era of nation building. We are among the top producers of critical minerals and a world leader in artificial intelligence. We have unmatched market access as the only country in the G7 with comprehensive free trade agreements with all other G7 members. We have the people, the resources and the stability necessary to prosper, compete and lead in the new economy being shaped before us, and to contribute to its formation in a way that benefits Canadians. Our mission is clear: protect, build and invest. This moment is a time for reflection, for honesty and for taking our place as a nation of builders and innovators.”
“At a time when Canadians are facing economic pressures in their daily lives, this government recognizes its duties in solidarity with all Canadians. That is why this budget demands $60 billion in savings, and we have done this while still protecting the vital services Canadians rely on: child care, dental care, pharmacare and our national school food program. It is our duty to guard tax dollars and reduce inefficiencies. Our comprehensive expenditure review will focus on investments that meet program objectives, that complement, rather than duplicate, services delivered by other levels of government and that cut red tape while creating efficiencies. I am so proud to be a Canadian and a member of a government that is unafraid of taking bold action and meeting challenges head-on.”
“By placing emission reduction first, we are securing access to markets that prioritize sustainability. The world economy is undergoing historical transformations in clean technology, and we are ready to lead. Canada's power sector has a clear emissions advantage compared to those of our peers, and we will capitalize on it. With this budget, we will build new infrastructure that places Canada as a clean energy superpower. This will include renewable energy projects, high-speed rail and investments in low-carbon fuels. Budget 2025 strengthens industrial carbon pricing, supports critical mineral projects and boosts clean economy investments with tax credits. As we plant the seeds to invest in Canada, we will be doing it with a green thumb. Our Prime Minister has been clear: Canada's new government will spend less so we can invest more.”
“Municipalities have limited ways to raise revenue and cannot run budget deficits, yet they are burdened with increasing responsibilities, typically without the corresponding financial support. I am so proud to stand up for this budget, which commits $54 billion to core public infrastructure over the next five years through our build communities strong fund. This infrastructure is imperative to supporting municipalities as they work to facilitate homebuilding in our communities. Of course, with development, we must be mindful of our impact on our natural environment. Our budget outlines the path to supporting a green future while providing prosperity by becoming an energy superpower in both clean and conventional energy. Lowering our emissions is a necessity to protect the competitiveness of our oil, gas and steel sectors.”
“The government would invest $5 billion over three years to our dedicated health infrastructure fund. We recognize that hospitals, urgent care centres, emergency rooms and medical schools need to be at the forefront of our investment to serve Canadians. (1815) In my riding of Milton East—Halton Hills South, plans are under way for a new hospital in Georgetown and a palliative care hospice, each facing significant capital costs. Budget 2025's health infrastructure proposal is the type of plan that will support such projects. Our municipalities and our people need this support. My history as a municipal councillor in Milton gives me an insightful perspective in this sphere. So much of our municipal planning depends on investing in core public infrastructure.”
“This would result in approximately five and a half million Canadians receiving the benefits they are entitled to but are not currently collecting simply because they are not filing tax returns. These benefits belong to the people, and our government is removing obstacles so the people can benefit. Canadians are not afraid of hard work, and the government is implementing a new re-skilling package for workers. By providing $570 million, we would support training and employment assistance to workers who have been affected by tariffs and global market shifts. Guaranteed in our charter is security of the person, and this is a foundational tenet in Canada's health care system, a system that is envied the world over and that every Canadian can look to with pride.”
“In the short term, we are providing relief by bringing down house purchase costs through our elimination of the GST for first-time homebuyers, allowing them to recover up to $50,000 of the GST paid toward a new home, money that would go directly back into their pockets. We are also protecting existing affordable housing through launching the $1.5-billion Canada rental protection fund under Build Canada Homes to ensure that affordable rent is not being lost to increases. To provide quick relief to nearly 22 million Canadians, our government has implemented a middle-class tax cut aimed to specifically target Canadians in the lower and middle tax brackets. In hand with this, our government is transitioning to automated federal benefits for Canadians through simplifying the filing of tax returns.”
“This new government has also committed $40 million to create a youth climate corps that will provide paid skills training to young Canadians to quickly respond to environmental emergencies, support recovery and create a resilient Canada for generations to come. Hand in hand with employment is the pride and accomplishment of a home to call one's own. We have been facing a steep housing supply gap. To combat this, our government has allotted $13 billion over five years to our Build Canada Homes initiative, supercharging the housing industry and catalyzing private sector partnerships to build homes at a rate unseen since the postwar period. We would also expand transitional and supportive housing for the most vulnerable among us, working with our provinces, territories, municipalities and indigenous communities.”
“By investing in law enforcement and justice reform, we would tackle organized crime, gun violence, auto theft and many other crimes. Safety is the first pillar of prosperity. I have four young adult children. As a mother, their struggles are my struggles. Youth unemployment rates are not acceptable. Over the next two years, $594 million will develop 100,000 summer jobs under our Canada summer jobs program. Investing over $300 million over two years in our youth employment and skills strategy would provide employment and support to 20,000 young people facing employment barriers, and we would create 55,000 work-integrated learning opportunities for post-secondary students by investing $635 million in our student work placement program.”
“The broad shifting tides of the global economic landscape are being felt in the daily lives of Canadians. As a government, it is our duty to address this. Our 2025 budget is the foundation of our answer to this challenge. Here, in the people's House, we all hear it and feel it. Affordability, housing, employment, our young people, crime and defence all need and deserve our collective attention. It is the right of every Canadian to feel secure in their daily needs and endeavours. We understand the importance of investing in resources for a safer community, and that is why budget 2025 would invest $1.7 billion over four years into public safety and border security by hiring 1,000 new RCMP officers and 1,000 new border security agents. Safety in our communities is also top of mind.”
“In fact, we saw recently that unaffordability in the United States is so critical that the American President has actually reversed course on his prized tariff policy, reversing tariffs on food items that Americans were struggling to afford, and they still do. However, Canadians know that times of challenge are also times of opportunity. Now is the time for us to re-evaluate and recommit to our own destiny. We do not need to rely on anyone to be prosperous. We have much of what we need right here: an educated, hard-working and patriotic population; vast natural resources that the world wants; and a philosophy of co-operation, quality and responsibility that makes us a desired partner for trade, investment and collaboration the world over.”
“Mr. Speaker, I rise today on behalf of the good people of Milton East—Halton Hills South to bring reflections on our government's 2025 budget and Bill C-15 , the budget implementation act. This is a budget that lays the blueprint to address a new paradigm of economic development, nation-building and generational investment. This is a budget that believes in Canada. This budget is historic, and it comes at a historic time, but is also a time of challenges. We know that Canada is grappling with recent economic hardships as a result of the unfair tariffs the United States has thrust upon us. These tariffs have contributed to a global disruption of economic conventions and to unaffordability around the world. It is not just a Canadian problem.”
“Mr. Speaker, I thank my opposition colleague for highlighting the story of Darian Hailey Henderson-Bellman. Her family lives in my riding, and it is a heartbreakingly tragic story. The member mentioned the burden of reverse onus. Currently, the onus is on the Crown prosecutor to prove that an accused should be denied bail. In Bill C-14 , as proposed, reverse onus provisions would shift that onus to the accused to prove why they should be permitted bail. Is the member aware of the reverse onus provisions contained in Bill C-14 ? How does she expect those changes to make a positive impact on public safety?”
“We have done this while still protecting the vital services that Canadians rely on: child care, dental care, pharmacare and our national school food program. I am so proud to be a Canadian and a member of a government that is unafraid of taking bold action and meeting challenges head-on.”
“I am so proud to stand up for this budget, which commits $54 billion to creating core public infrastructure over the next five years through our build communities strong fund. This infrastructure is imperative to supporting municipalities as they work to facilitate homebuilding in our communities. Of course, with development, we must be mindful of our impact on our natural environment. Our budget outlines the path to supporting a green future while providing prosperity by becoming an energy superpower in both clean and conventional energy. Our Prime Minister has been clear: Canada's new government will spend less so we can invest more. At a time when Canadians are facing economic pressures in their daily lives, this government recognizes its duties in solidarity with all Canadians. That is why this budget demands $60 billion in savings.”
“(1810) In my riding of Milton East—Halton Hills South, plans are under way for a brand new hospital in Georgetown and a palliative care hospice, each facing significant capital costs. Budget 2025's health infrastructure proposal is the type of plan that will support such projects. Our municipalities and our people need this support. My history as a municipal councillor in Milton gives me an insightful perspective in this sphere. So much of our municipal planning depends on investing in core public infrastructure. Municipalities have limited ways to raise revenue and cannot run budget deficits, yet they are burdened with increasing responsibilities, typically without the corresponding financial support.”
“Canadians are not afraid of hard work, and the government is implementing a new re-skilling package for workers. By providing $570 million, we will support training and employment assistance to workers who have been affected by tariffs and global market shifts. Guaranteed in our charter is security of the person, and this is a foundational tenet in Canada's health care system, a system that is envied the world over and that every Canadian can look to with pride. The government will invest $5 billion over three years to our dedicated health infrastructure fund. We recognize that hospitals, urgent care centres, emergency rooms and medical schools need to be at the forefront of investment to serve Canadians.”
“We are also protecting existing affordable housing through launching the $1.5-billion Canada rental protection fund under Build Canada Homes to ensure that affordable rent is not being lost to increases. To provide quick relief to nearly 22 million Canadians, our government has implemented a middle-class tax cut aimed specifically at targeting Canadians in the lower and middle tax brackets. In hand with this, our government is transitioning to automated federal benefits for Canadians through simplifying federal tax returns. This will result in approximately five and a half million Canadians' receiving the benefits they are entitled to but are not currently collecting simply because they are not filing tax returns. These benefits belong to the people, and our government is removing obstacles so the people can benefit.”
“Hand in hand with employment is the pride and accomplishment of a home to call one's own. We have been facing a steep housing supply gap. To combat this, our government has allotted $13 billion over five years to our Build Canada Homes initiative, supercharging the housing industry and catalyzing private sector partnerships to build homes at a rate unseen since the postwar period. We will also expand transitional supportive housing for the most vulnerable among us, working with our provinces, territories, municipalities and indigenous communities. In the short term, we are providing relief by bringing down house purchase costs through our elimination of the GST for first-time homebuyers, allowing them to recover up to $50,000 of GST paid toward a new home, money that would go directly back into their pockets.”
“As a mother, their struggles are my struggles. Youth unemployment rates are not acceptable. Over the next two years, $594 million will develop 100,000 summer jobs under our Canada summer jobs program. Investing over $300 million over two years in our youth employment and skills strategy will provide employment and support to 20,000 young people facing employment barriers, and we will create 55,000 work-integrated learning opportunities for post-secondary students by investing $635 million in our student work placement program. The government has also committed $40 million to create a youth climate corps that will provide paid skills training to young Canadians to quickly respond to environmental emergencies, support recovery and create a resilient Canada for years to come.”
“Our 2025 budget is the foundation of our answer to this challenge. Here, in the people's House, we hear it all. We feel it. Affordability, housing, employment, our young people, and crime all need and deserve our collective attention. It is the right of every Canadian to feel secure in their daily needs and endeavours. We understand the importance of investing in resources for a safer community, and that is why budget 2025 will invest $1.7 billion over four years into public safety and border security by hiring 1,000 new RCMP officers and 1,000 new border security agents. Safety in our communities is also top of mind. By investing in law enforcement and justice reform, we will tackle organized crime, gun violence, auto theft and many other crimes. Safety is the first pillar of prosperity. I have four young adult children.”
“is so critical that the American President has actually reversed course on his prized tariff policy, reversing tariffs on some food items that Americans struggled to afford and still do. However, Canadians know that times of challenge are also times of opportunity. Now is the time for us to re-evaluate and recommit to our own destiny. We do not need to rely on anyone in order to be prosperous. We have much of what we need right here: an educated, hard-working and patriotic population; vast natural resources that the world wants; and a philosophy of co-operation, quality and responsibility that makes us a desired partner for trade, investment and collaboration the world over. The broad, shifting tides of the global economic landscape are being felt in the daily lives of Canadians. As a government, it is our duty to address this.”
“Mr. Speaker, I rise today on behalf of the good people of Milton East—Halton Hills South to bring reflections on our government's 2025 budget, a budget that lays the blueprint to address a new paradigm of economic development, nation building and generational investment. It is a budget that believes in Canada. This budget is historic, and it comes at a historic time. However, this is also a time of challenges. We know that Canada is grappling with recent economic hardships as a result of the unfair tariffs the United States has thrust upon us. These tariffs have contributed to a global disruption of economic conventions and to unaffordability around the world, and it is not just a Canadian problem. In fact we heard recently that unaffordability in the U.S.”
“It was deeply inspiring to see survivors, families, advocates, volunteers and many young men who came with their local sports teams, including the Burlington Cougars, Iroquois Ridge Football, the Milton Menace and the U15 Jump Basketball team, led by Milton’s own Raheem “the Dream” Chaudhry, who has been walking in this event since he was just seven years old. Their participation is a reminder that ending gender-based violence requires all of us to stand together, challenge harmful attitudes and foster a culture of respect, equality and safety.”
“Mr. Speaker, November is Woman Abuse Prevention Month. One in four women in Canada report experiencing intimate partner violence in their lifetime, and alarmingly, those numbers continue to rise. In my community of Milton East—Halton Hills South, Halton Women’s Place provides critical shelter, counselling and support for women experiencing domestic violence. Last weekend, I joined their annual Hope in Every Step walk, an event that raises funds and sends a clear message of solidarity and hope to every woman seeking safety and support.”
“Madam Speaker, I know the member mentioned mandatory minimums. This has been brought up several times this morning. I am sure the member is aware that the Supreme Court struck down several cases based on mandatory minimums and their unconstitutionality. Our new bail and sentencing reform legislation would allow courts to use discretion in individual cases to ensure that criminals are properly punished without the risk of violating the charter. Does the member understand the problem with mandatory minimums and their compliance with the charter, and will he support the reformative crime legislation the government has brought forward?”
“Mr. Speaker, I noted some interesting comments the member made about the government wanting to send Canadians back to the Stone Age and frolic in fields. I am sure the member has heard about our government's revolutionary nation-building projects, which will bring billions of capital and build up innovative industries. How does the member resolve his outlandish comments with our innovative nation-building project program?”
“Mr. Speaker, the chief government whip mentioned the opposition's habit of revising history a little bit. We are given revisionist histories and things taken out of context. It contributes to misinformation and disinformation among the public. Could my colleague please comment on the damage that does to political discourse?”
“These volunteer-run events provide a wonderful opportunity to reconnect with friends and neighbours and celebrate the bounty of nature that Canada is blessed with. I congratulate and thank all the volunteers who make it possible.”