Sukh Dhaliwal
Liberal · Surrey Newton, BC
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Biography
Sukhminder "Sukh" Singh Dhaliwal is a Canadian businessman and politician, who has served as the Liberal Member of Parliament for Surrey—Newton since 2015. He was previously the Member of Parliament for Newton—North Delta from 2006 to 2011. encyclopedia
- Born
- 1960-10-01, Sujapurencyclopedia
- Languages
- Englishofficial
- Occupation before politics
- business executive, businessperson, engineer, politicianencyclopedia
Electoral history
Surrey Newton
Liberal · 45th ParliamentSince 2025-04-28officialSukh Dhaliwal20,263Harjit Singh GillRunner-up · Conservative18,023Difference 2,240 votes. 2 other candidates also ran.
Elections Canada, 45th general election.
Surrey Newton
Liberal · 44th Parliament2021-09-20 to 2025-04-27encyclopediaSukh Dhaliwal19,721Avneet JohalRunner-up · NDP-New Democratic Party9,536Difference 10,185 votes. 3 other candidates also ran.
On the official list the riding is Surrey--Newton.
Elections Canada, 44th general election.
Surrey Newton
Liberal · 43rd Parliament2019-10-21 to 2021-09-19encyclopediaSukh Dhaliwal18,960Harjit Singh GillRunner-up · NDP-New Democratic Party12,306Difference 6,654 votes. 3 other candidates also ran.
On the official list the riding is Surrey--Newton.
Elections Canada, 43rd general election.
Surrey Newton
Liberal · 42nd Parliament2015-10-19 to 2019-10-19encyclopediaSukh Dhaliwal24,869Jinny SimsRunner-up · NDP-New Democratic Party11,602Difference 13,267 votes. 2 other candidates also ran.
On the official list the riding is Surrey--Newton.
Elections Canada, 42nd general election.
Newton—North Delta
Liberal · 40th Parliament2008-10-14 to 2011-05-01encyclopediaSukh Dhaliwal16,481Sandeep PandherRunner-up · Conservative13,988Difference 2,493 votes. 5 other candidates also ran.
On the official list the riding is Newton--North Delta.
Elections Canada, 40th general election.
Newton—North Delta
Liberal · 39th Parliament2006-01-23 to 2008-10-13encyclopediaSukh Dhaliwal15,006Nancy CleggRunner-up · N.D.P.14,006Difference 1,000 votes. 5 other candidates also ran.
On the official list the riding is Newton--North Delta.
Elections Canada, 39th general election.
Education
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Experience
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In their own words
6,641 Hansard interventions on file. These are the words said in the House, not a summary. Private conversations are not collected and are not invented.
Madam Speaker, I am pleased to rise today to speak to Bill C-38, the Canadian fuel affordability act. Across Canada, families, workers, farmers and businesses continue to face pressures from rising costs. Whether it is filling up a vehicle, transporting goods or managing the ope…Government Orders — Canadian Fuel Affordability Act · 2026-09-22
Where they stand
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A stored score on 12 of 14 topics. Each row names the end of that topic’s axis the stored words reached, and the sentence the score rests on.
Agriculture
Defend supply management
The other end of this axis: Liberalize supply management
excerpts defend supply management by noting it is exempted in trade deals
We should also note that the EFTA agreement presents no threat to our agricultural supply management system. This system is specifically exempted in this agreement. In my remaining time, I want to talk about the benefits of the trade agreement with EFTA.Source of that line
Climate
Faster fossil phase-down
The other end of this axis: Slower phase-down, production first
excerpts repeatedly criticize failure to meet Kyoto and cut GHG emissions
Under the Prime Minister's rule, Canada's government is not taking action to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. He is not promoting our responsibilities as a global citizen.Source of that line
Defence
Restrain spending and deployments
The other end of this axis: Higher spending and more capability
excerpts call for more reconstruction spending over defence
I certainly would agree with my hon. colleague that we should be putting more effort into the reconstruction and the development of Afghanistan than spending money on defence. The mission has changed and most of the energy that is put into this mission is in defence and only 20% of resources are put into the area of reconstruction.Source of that line
Federalism
Provinces lead
The other end of this axis: Ottawa leads
excerpts state regulating gas prices is under provincial jurisdiction
I must say that it is a huge surprise coming from the Bloc because, if any party should know, the Bloc should know that the regulating of gas prices comes under provincial jurisdictions. I would simply say that the opposition cannot have it both ways.Source of that line
Fiscal policy
Lower taxes and tighter spending
The other end of this axis: Higher taxes and public spending
excerpts criticize GST cut as bad policy but repeatedly fault government for not delivering tax relief and for raising spending
We knew the government would bring in a one per cent reduction in GST, despite the fact that no credible economist would tell us that this would do anything positive for the Canadian economy. Nor will it provide Canadians with real, measurable savings.Source of that line
Foreign affairs
Assertive alliances and sanctions
The other end of this axis: Alliance restraint
Supports measures to counter foreign interference and protect diaspora communities.
moved: That: (a) the House recognize that, (i) Canada takes global security very seriously and has several cooperative agreements with various foreign states to share security intelligence, protect democratic institutions, maintain the rule of law, and prevent violence and terrorism, (ii) recent events, including the credible allegations of a link between agents of the Government of India and the killing of a Canadian citizen, Hardeep Singh Nijjar, at a place of worship on Canadian soil, are examples of rising forms of intimidation, threats, and interference from countries such as India, China, Russia, Iran, and others; and (b) in the opinion of the House, to ensure that diaspora communities are protected from acts of political interference, violence, or intimidation on Canadian soil, the government should immediately review its measures that hold to account any person or agents of a foreign state undermining democratic institutions, engaging in acts of violence, or violating human or international rights, in order to bar these persons from entering Canada, and report to the House on the progress of these actions.Source of that line
Health
Expand public coverage
The other end of this axis: More private delivery
excerpts praise public health care system and 10-year program strengthening it
We on this side of the House know how important our public health care system is to the lives of everyday Canadians. I am proud to be a member of the party that devised our current 10 year program to strengthen health care.Source of that line
Housing
Public supply and demand controls
The other end of this axis: Market supply and deregulation
Calls for more government-built affordable housing units.
When we look at the present government, it has no plan when it comes to affordable housing. Certainly, in British Columbia, when we look at the lower mainland area, homelessness is increasing. On the campaign trail, we put together a strong platform demanding an additional 30,000 low-income homes be made available, and also to refurbish the 30,000 existing affordable homes.Source of that line
Immigration
Higher permanent intake
The other end of this axis: Lower intake
excerpts repeatedly call for more immigrants to meet labour needs and criticize cuts in intake
All of this country's population and labour market growth will come from immigration over the next two decades. Immigration represents the key to Canada's future success. This kind of politics is harmful to our country.Source of that line
Labour
Stronger unions and standards
The other end of this axis: More flexibility for employers
excerpts call for action to secure workers' pensions and benefits
I call upon the government to take action urgently to ensure the security of workers' pensions and ensure access to all the employment related benefits. The government also has to work with provincial governments to develop an economic plan to enhance the manufacturing sector in Canada.Source of that line
Public safety
Enforcement and sentencing
The other end of this axis: Prevention and restraint
excerpts support reverse onus bail for gun crimes and tougher sentences
Bill C-35 will make the streets safer by keeping criminals who use guns in prison, instead of out on bail to commit more crimes. This is a bill I am proud to support and I cannot understand why my Conservative colleagues keep on postponing passage of this legislation.Source of that line
Trade
Deeper continental integration
The other end of this axis: Diversify away from one partner
Strongly supports CUSMA and trade with the United States.
Madam Speaker, Canada is a trading nation and the Unites States is by far our largest trading partner. Of our exports, 75% go to the U.Source of that line
2 topics with no stored score
- EnergyNo position has been scored.
- Financial regulationNo position has been scored.
Who lines up
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