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House Hansard - 206

44th Parl. 1st Sess.
June 5, 2023 11:00AM
Context: House Hansard - 206 - Jun/5/23
Mr. Blaine Calkins (Red Deer—Lacombe, CPC)
  • Jun/5/23 2:00:03 p.m.
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Mr. Speaker, I rise today to champion the outdoor way of life that millions of Canadians hold dear. With over eight million avid anglers, two million passionate hunters and countless others who relish our great outdoors, we must defend and promote this cherished heritage. These pursuits not only provide immeasurable personal benefits, but also contribute a staggering $18 billion to our national economy. Let us not forget that hunting, fishing and trapping are a huge part of Canada's history, which shaped us into the resilient nation we are today. However, the past eight years of the Liberal government have brought unprecedented frustration to some of those who hunt and fish, such as fishing closures that are not based in science, delayed decisions on selective marked fisheries and inaction to control pinnipeds that are devastating fish populations. There is also the full-on ideological attack on lawful gun owners that would have banned thousands of rifles and shotguns used by hunters. Only Conservatives truly respect those who hunt, fish and trap. Only Conservatives will prioritize conservation. Only Conservatives will safeguard Canada's outdoor way of life, generate new opportunities and ensure abundance for generations to come.
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Context: House Hansard - 206 - Jun/5/23
Mrs. Élisabeth Brière (Sherbrooke, Lib.)
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Mr. Speaker, as a region with numerous lakes and rivers, the Eastern Townships face many challenges in terms of preserving their waters and ecosystems. Last month, the Minister of Fisheries, Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard announced the new aquatic invasive species prevention fund, which will provide $875 million over the next five years for projects across the country. My colleagues from the Eastern Townships and I have announced that $644,000 from this fund will be going to the Regroupement national des conseils régionaux de l'environnement du Québec, which includes the Eastern Townships CRE, or regional environment council. I thank the Eastern Townships CRE and all the regional partners for their co-operation in seeking lasting solutions to protect our water. On that note, my colleague from Compton—Stanstead has shared an excellent handbook for boaters that will soon be delivered to households across Sherbrooke to raise awareness of our vulnerable lakes and rivers. By working together, we can protect this precious collective resource. Happy World Environment Day.
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