October 1-4, 2025

3 October 2025

Although it was a short week in Parliament, it was filled with important debates and decisions that matter to Canadians.

On October 1, Conservatives put forward a motion calling on the government to stop taxing food — by removing the carbon tax on farmers, scrapping the extra fuel tax, and ending costly new packaging rules. Unfortunately, the Liberals and their allies voted it down.

Bill C-9, the “Combatting Hate Act,” was also debated and approved at its second reading. It now goes to committee for further study. Conservatives will make sure it protects Canadians’ rights and freedoms while addressing hate-motivated crimes.

There was a heated debate on the Conservative “Jail Not Bail” Bill C-242, which I was proud to co-second and to speak in support of. This bill would make it harder for repeat violent offenders to be released on bail so that our communities can be safer. Debate is still ongoing, and no vote has been taken yet.

On Friday, I also rose in the House to challenge the Liberal government for putting politics ahead of protecting people’s property rights. During the Cowichan Tribes land-claim case, the government directed its lawyers to drop the legal argument that defends private homeownership (known as fee-simple title). That directive — given in the middle of the court process — has shaken Canadians’ confidence in their government’s commitment to defending homeowners’ rights.

Debates also continued on Bill C-8, dealing with Canada’s cyber-security and the protection of critical infrastructure.

Even in a short sitting week, there was no shortage of issues that affect Canadians’ daily lives. Conservatives will keep working for lower costs, safer communities, and stronger protection of property rights.