Ginette Lavack

Faster fossil phase-down

The other end of this axis: Slower phase-down, production first

Calls for immediate action on climate change and opposes delaying EV targets or abandoning commitments.

Given the scientific consensus that immediate action is needed to combat climate change, as we are living and experiencing the worst wildland fire season on record to date, and recognizing that the electric vehicle availability standard is designed to gradually increase EV supply and affordability over time, how can the member justify delaying future targets, especially when motions like the one proposed by the Conservatives call for ending these efforts altogether? How can we do this without effectively abandoning Canada's climate commitments?

Higher taxes and public spending

The other end of this axis: Lower taxes and tighter spending

Prioritizes protecting critical services like water, housing and infrastructure in budget 2025.

That is why the priority in budget 2025 is to protect critical services like water, housing and infrastructure in community and to ensure that changes made strengthen service delivery.

Expand public coverage

The other end of this axis: More private delivery

Praises Canada's public health care system and government measures supporting families.

The member made comments on the health care system and how he was very thankful that it exists in Canada the way it is today. What would he say about the measures this government has put in place to help support Canadian families with respect to health care?

Public supply and demand controls

The other end of this axis: Market supply and deregulation

Supports government funding and investments for housing and homelessness in indigenous communities.

We know that housing and homelessness are ongoing challenges for indigenous peoples. Our indigenous partners have already reacted to the budget and said this funding will help their communities. Can you tell us more about how housing will help communities, not only in terms of homelessness, but also in other areas?

Higher permanent intake

The other end of this axis: Lower intake

Commits to an ambitious and inclusive immigration plan aligned with economic and social needs, and stresses francophone immigration is critical.

I will support an ambitious and inclusive immigration plan that is aligned with this country's economic and social needs. I will build bridges between francophones here and around the world.

Prevention and restraint

The other end of this axis: Enforcement and sentencing

Emphasizes social determinants, preventive approaches and relationships over punitive measures.

In your work, you emphasize the importance of focusing on the social determinants of safety and well-being rather than punitive or strictly crime prevention approaches. Some witnesses mentioned that most of the work police officers do is not directly related to law enforcement, but rather to social issues, such as mental health and poverty.