May 25 – 30, 2026

5 June 2026

This week, I spoke on several important issues affecting Canadians: protecting private property rights, addressing the growing shoplifting crisis, strengthening protections for health care workers and first responders, and responding to Canada’s economic recession.

On Monday, the Liberals voted down a common-sense Conservative motion aimed at addressing the implications of the Cowichan land claim ruling. Our motion called on the government to establish an all-party parliamentary committee to explore the best path forward and provide certainty to homeowners, businesses, and municipalities. This was not a partisan proposal, but a practical effort to find solutions to a serious issue. Unfortunately, the government continues to dismiss the uncertainty and concerns created by the ruling.

At the Standing Committee on Public Safety and National Security, I raised concerns about Canada’s growing shoplifting crisis. Retail theft now costs Canadians an estimated $9.2 billion annually—nearly double the losses recorded in 2019. To put that figure in perspective, it is roughly equivalent to Prince Edward Island’s annual provincial GDP. Beyond the direct losses, businesses are spending millions more on security measures, costs that are ultimately passed on to consumers.

I was also pleased to see Bill S-233 receive unanimous support in the House. This important legislation would strengthen protections for health care workers and first responders who face increasing violence while serving our communities.

On Friday, I spoke about Canada’s economic recession, recently confirmed by Statistics Canada after two consecutive quarters of negative GDP growth. Economists had generally expected growth, not another contraction. Equally concerning, business capital investment declined for a fifth consecutive quarter. Less investment today means fewer jobs, lower productivity, and slower growth tomorrow. These troubling trends are a clear indication that the Liberal government’s economic policies are not working. Canada needs a change in course—one that restores investor confidence, encourages economic growth, and creates opportunities for Canadians.

On the community side, I was pleased to meet with a Buddhist delegation from across Canada visiting Ottawa to discuss their contributions to Canadian society and community life.

Back home in Richmond, I attended the Annual Ceremonial Review and 50th Anniversary celebration of 2947 Royal Canadian Army Cadet Corps. Congratulations to the cadets, officers, volunteers, and families who have helped shape generations of young leaders through service, discipline, and citizenship.

I will continue working to hold the government accountable and advocate for policies that protect property rights, improve public safety, strengthen our economy, and support our communities.