HANSARD: Reply to the Throne Speech on Electoral Reform

Debates of May 29th, 2025
House of Commons Hansard #4 of the 45th Parliament, 1st session

Resumption of Debate on Address in Reply
Speech from the Throne

1:35 p.m.

 

Jenny Kwan Vancouver East, BC
NDP

Mr. Speaker, I congratulate my colleague on her re-election.

I know that these issues are near and dear to her heart as the former minister of democratic institutions. What I heard in the campaign during the election period from Vancouver East constituents was the need for electoral reform. Many people wanted to make sure their vote is respected and counted so they do not have to be pressured to vote strategically, so to speak, but can actually vote with their heart.

My question to the member is this: Will she champion electoral reform, one member, one vote, for our Canadian democracy and bring in proportional representation?

 

Arielle Kayabaga London West, ON
Liberal

Mr. Speaker, I also want to extend congratulations to my colleague. I have had the opportunity to work with her on a number of issues. I look forward to continuing that collaboration.

I also appreciate the member's nod to the short-lived position I was in as minister of democratic institutions. From while I was there, I can confirm for her that our institutions are strong. Our elections went really well, and as Canadians, we should trust our institutions.

I have long been a strong advocate of electoral reform and will continue to be so. I hope to continue to work with the member.

 

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