NDP MP Heather McPherson discusses adoption of her motion recognizing genocide against Ukrainians
NDP foreign affairs critic Heather McPherson speaks with reporters on Parliament Hill following the unanimous adoption by the House of Commons of her motion to recognize that the Russian Federation is committing acts of genocide against the Ukrainian people

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Jerry DeMarco, the federal environment and sustainable development commissioner, holds a news conference on Parliament Hill following the tabling of his latest spring reports. The five reports include audits on the federal government’s carbon pricing and hydrogen strategies, the transition to a low-carbon economy and supports for affected workers, efforts to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050, and investments in climate-ready infrastructure.

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Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announces at a news conference in Dalhousie, New Brunswick, that his government has reached a bilateral agreement with the province to provide $22 million to improve care for residents of long-term care homes and assisted retirement facilities. Bruce Fitch, N.B.'s minister of social development, and Dominic LeBlanc, the federal minister of intergovernmental affairs, infrastructure and communities, also make remarks. The prime minister also responds to questions about Canada's support for Ukrainians amid the ongoing Russian invasion of their country, housing affordability, a New Brunswick court ruling about his appointment of a unilingual lieutenant-governor in the province, and mask mandates.

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Barbara Woodward, Permanent Representative of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland to the United Nations, and president of the Security Council for the month of April, on her national capacity, on Yemen & Ethiopia.

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13 April 2022Good morning, good afternoon and good evening.On COVID-19, there’s good news.Last week, the lowest number of COVID-19 deaths was recorded since the early days of the pandemic.However, some countries are still witnessing serious spikes in cases, which is putting pressure on hospitals. And our ability to monitor trends is compromised as testing has significantly reduced.

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B.C.'s Economic Plan: A Plan for Today, A Vision for Tomorrow
Premier Horgan and Minister Kahlon speak about the StrongerBC Economic Plan with world renowned economist, Professor Mariana Mazzucato.

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The BCAAFC will manage the $5.34-million fund to help Indigenous communities and organizations expand safety planning capacity. Eligible projects include support for hosting planning sessions, culturally appropriate safety training as well as healing and cultural supports.

The fund advances Reclaiming Power and Place: The Final Report of the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls, and actions the government commitment made in A Path Forward: Priorities and Early Strategies for B.C., the Province’s plan to end violence against Indigenous women, girls and 2SLGBTQ+ people. Indigenous-led engagement sessions prioritized the need for safe spaces and safety plans that allow communities to implement their own solutions.

With 25 Friendship Centres throughout B.C. and a 50-year track record of supporting urban Indigenous communities, the BCAAFC is accessible to diverse populations, and has the required community connections, geographical reach and understanding of the causes of violence against women, girls and 2SLGBTQ+ people.

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“The nature of work has changed, with growing wealth inequality and new types of precarious and gig work,” Bains said. “Workers want to be valued and they want to have a say. This is about giving workers the choice to speak with a collective voice for fair working conditions.”

The amendments to the Labour Relations Code will also affect construction sector unions by allowing workers annual opportunities to switch unions if they are unhappy with their current representation. Current rules can effectively prevent workers from changing unions for three years. The amendments recognize that individual construction projects may only be one or two years in duration, preventing some workers from ever being able to change unions under the current system.

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People who are clinically extremely vulnerable (CEV) continue to be prioritized for their COVID-19 vaccinations. Those who have received their full three-dose primary series are eligible for their first booster dose about six months after their previous dose.

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Transport Minister Omar Alghabra and NDP transport critic Taylor Bachrach respond to the report from the Transportation Safety Board of Canada (TSB) regarding the train derailment in 2019 near Field, B.C., that killed three CP Rail employees.

Transport Minister Omar Alghabra and NDP transport critic Taylor Bachrach respond to the report from the Transportation Safety Board of Canada regarding the train derailment

Bloc Québécois foreign affairs critic Stéphane Bergeron and NDP deputy leader Alexandre Boulerice comment on Russia's continued membership in the G20 amid its ongoing invasion of Ukraine.

NDP natural resources critic Charlie Angus discusses Environmental Defence's new report on fossil fuel subsidies and carbon capture.

Justice Minister David Lametti is asked about the Quebec criminal trial involving a police informant that was held in secret.

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