You are sending us back to work with a clear mandate to get Canada through this pandemic, and to the brighter days ahead. My friends, that is exactly… - Justin Trudeau

I pointed out that globally Canada is up against big countries (China, for one) that can address some major issues quickly. It’s ridiculous for anyone to suggest that I of all people would trade our rights and freedoms for any other system of [<nowiki/>government]. Some countries play by rules we wouldn’t and shouldn’t ever accept, but, we still have to compete with them. We need to get better at coming together to address big issues, and that’s what I asked people to think about last night.

Female genital mutilation/cutting (FGM/C) is a harmful practice conducted for non‑medical reasons.
Canada is a strong advocate for gender equality and the empowerment of women and girls at home and abroad.

The investment in this budget is going to allow for thousands more (charging stations). We know that that is a key path forward in helping families make that final decision to switch to electric.