Pride Season
Author: The Hon. Kristopher Wells
Category: Statements
Hon. Kristopher Wells: Honourable senators, we have just witnessed the first time that drag performers have been introduced in the Senate…
In the Senate
Second reading of Bill S-218, An Act to amend the Constitution Act, 1982 (notwithstanding clause)
Author: The Hon. Peter Harder
Category: Speeches
Hon. Peter Harder moved second reading of Bill S-218, An Act to amend the Constitution Act, 1982 (notwithstanding clause). He said: Honourable…
Question Period: Hate Crime in Canada
Author: The Hon. Kristopher Wells
Category: Question Period
Hon. Kristopher Wells: Honourable senators, hate continues to be on the rise globally and also here in Canada. Most recently, we…
Expression of Thanks for Party Leaders
Author: The Hon. Andrew Cardozo
Category: Statements
Hon. Andrew Cardozo: Honourable senators, as we approach Canada Day and reflect on what we all do in Parliament to improve…
Question Period: Canada-Africa Relations
Author: The Hon. Amina Gerba
Category: Question Period
Hon. Amina Gerba: Senator Gold, in the Speech from the Throne, the King noted the historic challenges facing our country, comparing…
Progressive Senate Group Leadership Elections
Author: The Hon. Andrew Cardozo
Category: Statements
Hon. Andrew Cardozo: Honourable senators, in keeping with my colleagues, I rise today to talk about the new leadership group of…
The Honourable Nancy Karetak-Lindell and The Honourable Todd Lewis—Congratulations on appointments
Author: The Hon. Brian Francis
Category: In the Senate
Hon. Brian Francis: Honourable senators, I’m beginning to feel a bit of déjà vu, but it remains an honour to rise…
Question Period: Nation Building
Author: The Hon. Brian Francis
Category: Question Period
Hon. Brian Francis: Senator Gold, at a time when Canada is facing growing external pressure such as protectionist policies and shifting…
Africa Day
Author: The Hon. Amina Gerba
Category: Statements
Hon. Amina Gerba: Colleagues, I’m very pleased to be with you here again for the Forty-fifth Parliament. I would like to…
The Honourable Dawn Arnold and The Honourable Farah Mohamed—Congratulations on Appointments
Author: The Hon. Brian Francis
Category: In the Senate
Hon. Brian Francis: Honourable senators, on behalf of the Progressive Senate Group, I’m happy to join the other leaders in welcoming…