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Context: House Hansard - 214 - Jun/15/23

Ms. Andréanne Larouche (Shefford, BQ)

Jun/15/23 2:06:08 p.m.
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Re: Bill C-319

Mr. Speaker, since today is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, I would like to express my firm commitment to protecting and respecting the rights of the elderly. About one in six people over the age of 60 suffered some form of abuse in 2022. Elder abuse is a worrying reality that requires a collective response. There are many types of elder abuse, including ageism, one of the most common forms of discrimination. With Bill C‑319, which I introduced, we hope to break down this age barrier by increasing old age security for all seniors starting at 65. This is an important day in Quebec, which already has an action plan to fight elder abuse. Greater health transfers would help Quebec do more. We must work together to create a society that respects and protects seniors. Let us wear our purple ribbons today and commit to promoting the dignity and well-being of seniors.

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Context: House Hansard - 214 - Jun/15/23

Ms. Iqra Khalid (Mississauga—Erin Mills, Lib.)

Jun/15/23 2:11:14 p.m.
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Mr. Speaker, we stand on the shoulders of giants as we inch towards progress. I stand today to recognize these giants, our seniors, who deserve to live with respect and dignity. Today, on World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, it is crucial to raise awareness about the well-being of our seniors and to provide them with the quality supports they need. Elder abuse can take many forms; it may be physical or psychological, or it may occur through neglect. We all have a role to play in fostering a culture of dignity and watching for warning signs. This also includes supporting elders, as our government has done, through budget 2023 and our New Horizons for Seniors program to ensure that our seniors and our elders have proper access to opportunities to actively participate in our society. Today and every day, let us recognize the many contributions our elders have made to Canada; let us cherish their health and security.

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Context: House Hansard - 214 - Jun/15/23

Ms. Soraya Martinez Ferrada (Hochelaga, Lib.)

Jun/15/23 2:17:10 p.m.
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Mr. Speaker, on June 6, the seniors round table, Vivre et vieillir à Rosemont, celebrated its 25th anniversary. This round table, a citizen-led initiative, brings together over 20 players representing the community, the three levels of local elected officials, and citizens who advocate for the well-being of seniors in my riding and that of my colleague from Rosemont—La Petite-Patrie. On this June 15, World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, I want to acknowledge everything that Vivre et vieillir à Rosemont does. Since 2010, the round table has been organizing events to raise the public's awareness about this issue that unfortunately still remains. It has been contributing to the quality of life of this segment of the population that is far too often forgotten, working to break the isolation of seniors and encouraging civic engagement. I thank all the members and volunteers at Vivre et vieillir à Rosemont.

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Context: House Hansard - 214 - Jun/15/23

Ms. Joanne Thompson (St. John's East, Lib.)

Jun/15/23 3:13:13 p.m.
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Mr. Speaker, we recognize that raising awareness is one of the most effective ways to combat elder abuse. With today, June 15, marking World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, could the Minister of Seniors provide an update to the House on the steps being taken by the government to increase awareness and prevent the mistreatment of senior citizens in Canada?

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Context: House Hansard - 214 - Jun/15/23

Hon. Kamal Khera (Minister of Seniors, Lib.)

Jun/15/23 3:13:40 p.m.
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Mr. Speaker, any form of elder abuse is a despicable crime that we take very seriously. Our government is taking action by supporting over 600 community organizations that help seniors recognize and identity fraud and abuse by finalizing a definition of elder abuse, establishing new offences and penalties under the Criminal Code related to elder abuse, and investing in better data collection. To ensure that tragedies like the ones we saw in long-term care will never happen again, we welcome the national long-term care standards and are working toward delivering a safe long-term care act.

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