This Member of Parliament demonstrates a consistent pattern of voting against government bills, particularly when in opposition. Their voting record shows a strong commitment to party discipline, with most votes aligning with their party's position. The MP has been active across a wide range of legislative areas, with particular focus on crime, public safety, environmental policy, and government spending.
The MP shows a critical approach to government spending and taxation, consistently voting against budget implementation acts and appropriation bills. This suggests a preference for fiscal restraint and careful scrutiny of government expenditures. Despite this opposition stance, the MP has shown willingness to support specific bills addressing targeted social issues, particularly those related to criminal justice reform, public safety, and healthcare protections.
Notably, the MP has demonstrated interest in legislation related to environmental issues, though often opposing government climate initiatives. They have supported bills protecting healthcare workers, addressing Indigenous reconciliation, and enhancing criminal justice measures. Their voting pattern suggests a principled approach to legislation, maintaining a consistent opposition stance while occasionally supporting bills with broad social consensus or that align with specific policy priorities.
Issues
Economy
Inflation and Cost of Living
The MP appears skeptical of government measures to address cost of living and inflation. They have consistently voted against bills proposing financial relief or economic support mechanisms, such as C-78 which proposed temporary tax breaks and C-31 which offered dental and rental housing benefits. While critical of broad government approaches, they have shown support for targeted measures like C-56 that aim to increase competition and potentially reduce prices for consumers.
Jobs
The MP shows a nuanced approach to employment-related legislation. They have supported measures that protect job markets and worker rights, particularly through bills like C-58 which strengthened worker protections during strikes and lockouts. They've also shown interest in specific workforce initiatives, such as C-27, the Veterans Hiring Act, which aims to improve job opportunities for Canadian Forces members. However, they appear skeptical of government job creation strategies focused on green economy transitions, voting against C-235 which proposed job development in Prairie provinces.
Taxation
The MP consistently demonstrates skepticism towards government taxation strategies. They have voted against bills like C-74 which included various tax-related modifications and C-2 which introduced a new tax bracket for high-income earners. However, they support targeted tax measures like those in C-241 that provide specific relief for groups like tradespeople. Their voting record on S-243 suggests interest in tax transparency and combating tax evasion.
Spending
The MP consistently votes against budget implementation acts and appropriation bills, indicating a strong preference for fiscal restraint. They have opposed bills like C-47, C-8, C-43, and C-36, suggesting a critical view of government spending priorities and fiscal management. This pattern appears across multiple parliamentary sessions, demonstrating a principled approach to government expenditure and a desire for careful scrutiny of budget allocations.
Social Services
Healthcare
The MP shows a mixed approach to healthcare legislation. They opposed the Pharmacare Act C-64, suggesting skepticism about expanded public healthcare programs. However, they supported more targeted healthcare initiatives like C-224, the National Framework on Cancers Linked to Firefighting Act, and C-283 focused on addiction treatment in penitentiaries. They also voted for C-3, which creates legal protections for healthcare workers and patients, indicating support for healthcare worker safety.
Childcare
The MP supported C-35, the Canada Early Learning and Child Care Act, indicating some alignment with national childcare policy development. However, there is limited additional information about their stance on childcare affordability, availability, or federal support for universal or subsidized systems.
Seniors and Pensions
The MP has shown support for pension protection and seniors' financial security. They voted for C-253, a bill aimed at protecting pension plans during company bankruptcies, and C-228, the Pension Protection Act. They also supported C-319, which proposed increasing Old Age Security pension amounts, and C-25, which created Pooled Registered Pension Plans to help Canadians save for retirement.
Environment
Climate
The MP generally appears skeptical of climate-related legislation. They voted against bills like C-50, which included provisions for transitioning to a net-zero economy, C-69 and C-74, which included measures for greenhouse gas pollution pricing and environmental impact assessments. However, they showed some support for C-57, which amended sustainable development strategies, and C-262 which proposes tax credits for greenhouse gas capture technologies, suggesting a nuanced approach to climate policy.
Environmental Protection
The MP demonstrates a mixed stance on environmental protection. They supported bills like C-204 on plastic waste export restrictions, C-248 for creating national urban parks, and C-68 that strengthened environmental protections in fisheries and habitat preservation. However, they opposed other environmental bills like C-354 and C-69 related to energy regulation and environmental assessments, suggesting a selective approach to environmental legislation.
Energy
The MP has voted against bills like C-69 that established new energy regulators and assessment processes, suggesting skepticism towards government energy policies. They supported S-245, the Trans Mountain Pipeline Project Act, indicating a pragmatic approach to energy infrastructure. They also showed interest in energy transition through support for C-262 that provides tax incentives for greenhouse gas capture in the energy sector.
Social Justice
Reconciliation
The MP shows a mixed record on Indigenous reconciliation. They voted against bills like C-15 on Indigenous rights, suggesting limited support for some reconciliation efforts. However, they supported C-29, the National Council for Reconciliation Act, and C-428, which aims to modify and eventually replace the Indian Act. They also supported bills that include Indigenous consultation, such as C-224, indicating some commitment to Indigenous perspectives.
Immigration and Integration
The MP has engaged with immigration legislation, supporting bills like S-8 that modified immigration and refugee protection rules, and C-242 on family visitation. They also supported C-13, which includes provisions for Francophone immigration. However, they voted against C-6, which modified citizenship requirements, suggesting a nuanced approach to immigration policy.
Income Inequality and Poverty
The MP has shown interest in addressing poverty and income inequality through targeted measures. They supported C-22 establishing the Canada Disability Benefit and C-322 for a national school food program. They also supported C-215 which extends employment insurance benefits. However, they voted against C-245, the Poverty Reduction Act, indicating potential skepticism about comprehensive poverty reduction strategies.
Gender and Sexuality
The MP has shown mixed positions on gender and sexuality issues. They supported C-6, a bill addressing conversion therapy and protecting LGBTQ+ rights, and C-210, which aimed to make the national anthem gender-neutral. However, they voted against C-237, which proposed gender equity in political candidate nominations, suggesting resistance to legislated gender balance measures.
Racism
The MP has shown some engagement with anti-racism efforts. They supported C-230, which addresses environmental racism, and initiatives like the Canadian Race Relations Foundation funding in C-79. They also supported bills that address systemic issues, such as C-228, which included provisions to address racial and cultural biases.
Security and Defense
Crime
The MP demonstrates strong interest in crime-related legislation and public safety. They have consistently supported bills enhancing criminal justice measures, such as C-26 increasing penalties for sexual offenses against children, C-230 on firearm classifications, and C-587 on parole ineligibility. They also supported C-20 for improving accountability in law enforcement, C-321 protecting healthcare workers, and C-379 addressing motor vehicle theft.
Gun Control
The MP shows a nuanced approach to gun control. They supported C-230, which aims to clarify firearm classifications, and C-42, the Common Sense Firearms Licensing Act, suggesting a balanced approach to gun regulations that considers both public safety and responsible ownership. However, they opposed C-71, a bill amending firearms regulations, and C-21, a comprehensive firearms regulation bill, indicating some resistance to stricter gun control measures.
Defense
The MP supports defense spending, as seen in votes on appropriation acts allocating funds to the Department of National Defence. They have shown interest in national security through support for C-26 on cyber security and C-70 addressing national security and foreign interference.
Foreign Aid
The MP has demonstrated support for international humanitarian assistance through votes on budget bills like C-33 and C-79. They have also shown support for bills addressing humanitarian services in challenging global contexts, suggesting a commitment to Canada's role in providing foreign aid.
