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House Hansard - 241

44th Parl. 1st Sess.
October 27, 2023 10:00AM
Context: House Hansard - 241 - Oct/27/23
Mr. Stéphane Lauzon (Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Citizens' Services, Lib.)
  • Oct/27/23 11:25:47 a.m.
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Mr. Speaker, as the member opposite well knows, Quebec sets its own immigration targets. It can select the francophone newcomers who will build the homes and infrastructure they need, and who will fill essential jobs in the health care sector. We always respect Quebec's jurisdiction in immigration, but it is also important to recognize that newcomers are undeniably part of the solution.
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Context: House Hansard - 241 - Oct/27/23
Mr. Stéphane Lauzon (Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Citizens' Services, Lib.)
  • Oct/27/23 11:26:53 a.m.
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Mr. Speaker, the Bloc Québécois is asking us to be there for immigrants in Quebec. We are very pleased to be part of the solution. Quebec has the exclusive power to select the majority of immigrants who arrive in the province. As set out in the Canada-Quebec accord, Quebec also receives financial compensation from the federal government for its assistance. We respect Quebec's jurisdiction on immigration. We are working very well with the Government of Quebec. The Government of Quebec is a good partner.
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