Peter Schiefke
Vaudreuil, Quebec · Liberal · Canada
“Mr. Speaker, when the craft safely returned to earth on April 10, an exciting new chapter began in space exploration. [ English ] For the first time in over 50 years, humans left Earth's orbit and journeyed toward the moon, on the Artemis II mission, a mission that marked not only a major milestone in science and space exploration but als…”
“On behalf of my community, Vaudreuil, all members of the House, and all Canadians, I would like to congratulate Colonel Hansen and the entire Artemis II crew on their historic mission. I thank them for inspiring a new generation to push the boundaries of what is possible.”
“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to mark the 40th anniversary of Développement Vaudreuil-Soulanges, a pillar of economic development in our region. For four decades, it has been staunchly and passionately supporting the entrepreneurs, municipalities and organizations that help make Vaudreuil-Soulanges a vibrant, innovative and prosperous region.…”
“Mr. Speaker, Seems the opposition leader finds himself in a jam When yesterday he referred to “green eggs and ham”. Now, over on this side, we don't think it's a crime To talk about politics in the form of a rhyme. And to tell you the truth, we were starting to fret Since the leadership review, he's been missing the net.”
“Mr. Speaker, I would like to pay tribute to a pillar of the community of Vaudreuil, Elwood Quinn, who sadly passed away at the beginning of the year. Elwood was a fifth-generation farmer who was deeply passionate about helping people to understand the importance of agriculture and where their food comes from.”
“He was involved in raising awareness around the well-being and safety of farm families. [ Translation ] Thanks to his children, including his son Phil, the farm continues to welcome thousands of visitors a year. As a tribute to his remarkable legacy, a celebration will be held this May to honour his extraordinary life.”
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“This matters to small businesses in my community of Vaudreuil looking to grow beyond Quebec. It matters to farmers in my community who need to get their products to market. It matters to every Canadian who wants to see our federation work as one team, not as 13 teams creating unnecessary barriers to prosperity. Second, budget 2025 would invest in infrastructure, both physical infrastructure and the policy to support it, to foster a united economy, from high-speed rail to expanded port capacity, so that Canada's goods move faster and our economy becomes stronger. We are rich in natural resources, we are rich in innovation and we are rich in skilled labour. With budget 2025, we would build the infrastructure to forge the new agreements needed to bring those assets to the world on our terms.”
“(1245) [ English ] Another pillar of budget 2025 I would like to speak to is our plan to build Canada's economy of tomorrow, an economy that is more resilient, an economy that is more diversified and an economy that is less dependent on trade with the United States and that includes strong measures to protect Canadian jobs, Canadian workers and Canadian families from the unfair and unjustified tariffs put in place by President Trump. Our plan is thoughtful and multi-faceted. First, for far too long, provincial trade barriers have fragmented our economy and slowed our growth. That is why we are harmonizing regulations, eliminating barriers to internal trade and investing in infrastructure that connects communities across provinces. We envision one country, one economy, more unified, more efficient and, yes, more competitive.”
“That is why we are committed to doubling the pace of residential construction in Canada. To achieve this, in budget 2025, we launched Build Canada Homes, an ambitious plan to get the government back into the business of homebuilding and ramp up housing construction by leveraging Canadian technology, Canadian lumber and Canadian labour. By supporting innovative approaches such as modular and prefabricated homes, we are reducing timelines, cutting costs and creating jobs along the way. For anyone looking to buy their first home, rent an affordable home or help their children find a place to live, the Liberal government is listening and taking action, because all Canadians deserve a safe and affordable place to call home.”
“It will save families even more money and prevent tens of thousands of Canadian children from going to school hungry. Making life more affordable is also about housing. Any young person trying to find their first home these days knows how hard it is, and it is not just young people. Across the country, adult children are living with their parents much longer not by choice, but because they cannot afford to pay rent, let alone buy a house. That is why in budget 2025, our government is eliminating the GST for first-time homebuyers on new homes up to $1 million, which represents tens of thousands of dollars in savings for those hoping to take this important first step. We are also taking action on the supply side, because we know that affordability also depends on how quickly we can build more housing.”
“That is why, in our 2025 budget, we are cutting taxes for the middle class, which will save two-earner families $840 a year. That means more money in people's pockets at a time when they need it the most. It is also why we are continuing to invest in expanding the Canadian dental care plan, which is expected to save families an average of $800 a year. The most recent expansion of the program, which is now available to those with a net family income of up to $90,000, will benefit more than five million Canadians who have registered for it. We are making dental care a right, not a privilege. No one should have to choose between eating well and taking care of their teeth. Budget 2025 also includes an investment to develop the national school food program brought in by our Liberal government.”
“Mr. Speaker, I will be sharing my time with the member for Humber River—Black Creek . It is an honour for me to rise on behalf of the people of Vaudreuil on my son Anderson's 11th birthday to speak to our new Liberal government's 2025 budget. This budget meets the needs of Canadians at a crucial time for our country. It includes measures that will meet the needs of families and seniors and support young people. It is about making life more affordable and building a stronger country. This budget is about building a more prosperous and resilient economy at a time when we can no longer rely on trade with our largest trading partner and when global economic uncertainty is on the rise. Affordability remains of utmost importance to Canadians.”
“Mr. Speaker, I have the honour to present, in both official languages, the sixth report of the Standing Committee on Transport, Infrastructure and Communities, entitled “State of Airline Competition in Canada”. Pursuant to Standing Order 109, the committee requests that the government table a comprehensive response to the report.”
“Since building its first home in 2007, the Pure Art Foundation has supported the creation of more than 40 homes, a medical clinic, a day care, a community centre and a sustainable sewing initiative that empowers women to support their families. I thank every volunteer who participated in this year's trip to Peru for showing what true compassion looks like. The volunteers remind us that when we come together as a community, there is no limit to what we can achieve.”
“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the incredible work of the Pure Art Foundation and the group of 39 Canadian volunteers who recently returned from their annual humanitarian trip to Pucallpa, Peru. Led by Robert and Brigitte McKinnon of Hudson, this team built a new home for a family of 10 in the Manantay district. Through the foundation's CAST program, they worked alongside local tradespeople to lay bricks, install windows and build a home that will keep a family safe and dry during the rainy season. They even furnished it with new mattresses, pillows and sheets, a true gift of both comfort and dignity.”
“Mr. Speaker, I am honoured to present a petition on behalf of animal rights activists and cat lovers across the country. Those who signed the petition from across the country have done so in hopes that the Government of Canada will take action to stem the tide of homelessness among the over four million homeless cats across the country and help support them. They are calling upon the Government of Canada to put in place free sterilization nationwide, and the reason behind this is very simple. They say that sterilization would prevent unwanted litters and thus reduce the number of abandoned cats, would have positive effects on cats' behaviour, would reduce fights and the risk of communicable diseases, and, of course, would decrease the chance of cats being abandoned.”
“Mr. Speaker, I am proud to rise today to acknowledge the 40th anniversary of the Centre de femmes La Moisson, a women's centre in my riding that provides invaluable support to women in our community, regardless of their age or circumstances. For the past four decades, and through the efforts of its outstanding team, the centre has been providing more than just a welcoming place. It is a place for solidarity, education and personal development. Workshops, community activities and mentorship programs all contribute to the well-being of the community in Vaudreuil. It is with great respect and much enthusiasm that we celebrate 40 years of the Centre de femmes La Moisson. May the coming years bring much success.”
“[ English ] These celebrations truly captured the spirit and heart of Saint-Lazare, a community where both long-term and new residents come together to share traditions, create memories and look forward to a future with optimism and pride. Happy 150th, Saint-Lazare. Cheers to the next—”
“Mr. Speaker, Saint‑Lazare is celebrating its 150th anniversary. This is an amazing milestone for our community. From its humble beginnings as a small agricultural village, Saint‑Lazare has grown into a vibrant city renowned for its natural beauty, equestrian traditions and community spirit. [ English ] To mark this historical occasion, over the past nine months, Saint-Lazarians have been treated to parades, celebrations of founding families, barbecues, music, local food, a hockey game featuring former Montreal Canadiens players and even a Cirque du Soleil show. [ Translation ] None of this would have been possible without the dedication and vision of Paul Lavigne and the members of the 150th anniversary organizing committee, Mayor Geneviève Lachance, the municipal councillors of the City of Saint‑Lazare and hundreds of volunteers.”
“Madam Speaker, my hon. colleague chose to spend his time talking about the health care system, and it is the hon. member's right to do so. He shared a story about his mother. I appreciate that, because I too have a story, with my mother recently being in the hospital for emergency surgery. My mother and I actually had a similar conversation about the state of our health care system, and I shared with her that I was very proud of the fact that I voted in favour of providing even more money for transfers to the provinces, record funding of $200 billion, which we know is going to have a very positive impact on the health care system. I am wondering if my hon. colleague can say the same.”
“Mr. Speaker, I have the honour to present, in both official languages, the following four reports of the Standing Committee on Transport, Infrastructure and Communities: the second report, entitled “The Erie Lake Connector: A Project in the Best Interest of the Public?”; the third report, entitled “Towards Accessible Air Transportation in Canada”; the fourth report, entitled “The Role of McKinsey & Company in the Creation and the Beginnings of the Canada Infrastructure Bank”; and the fifth report, entitled “Issues and Opportunities: High Frequency Rail in the Toronto to Quebec City Corridor”. Pursuant to Standing Order 109, the committee requests that the government table a comprehensive response to each of these reports.”
“Mr. Speaker, I thank my hon. colleague for his address to the House and congratulate him on being re-elected. I quite enjoyed working with him at committee and look forward to working with him moving forward. My question for the hon. member is twofold. First, will he be voting in favour of the tax cut that our government will be putting forward? Second, could he speak to some of the benefits that his constituents will benefit from with the tax cut that we will be putting forward?”