HANSARD: Support people with disabilities

Debates of April 28th, 2026
House of Commons Hansard #112 of the 45th Parliament, 1st session

Spring Economic Update 2026
Routine Proceedings

4:35 p.m.

 


Jenny Kwan Vancouver East, BC
NDP

Mr. Speaker, there is nothing in the spring economic update on surveillance pricing. There is nothing on excessive tax profits, as oil companies are set to make some $90 billion in excess profits. Meanwhile, two-thirds of the $140 billion for housing is actually for developers in lost revenues. The government does not, in the economic budget, have the wherewithal to ensure that the Right Fit program for people with disabilities will be funded. Only $500,000 is needed to keep the program going for people with disabilities to find a home.

Why did the government not support people with disabilities?

 

 


François-Philippe Champagne Saint-Maurice—Champlain, QC
NDP

Mr. Speaker, I have enormous respect for my colleague. She raises a very important question. With respect to the disability tax credit, we have listened to the community. We have made sure that it is more efficient. We want to make sure that the people who are entitled to the benefit can find the process easier.

One thing I want to say is that 50% of the new measures we have adopted in the spring economic update are to help Canadians from coast to coast. We are always going to have the backs of Canadians. We are going to support our workers and support our industry. We are going to build Canada strong, together.

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