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Member of the Joint Interparliamentary Council Member of the Board of Internal Economy Deputy government whip

Hon. Mona Fortier

  • Member of Parliament
  • Member of the Joint Interparliamentary Council Member of the Board of Internal Economy Deputy government whip
  • Liberal
  • Ottawa—Vanier
  • Ontario
  • Voting Attendance: 68%
  • Expenses Last Quarter: $89,953.47

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Context: House Hansard - 296 - Apr/9/24
Hon. Mona Fortier (Ottawa—Vanier, Lib.)
  • Apr/9/24 2:10:40 p.m.
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Mr. Speaker, I rise today to pay tribute to Benoît Pelletier. A published author and distinguished minister in the Government of Quebec, Benoît played an important role in strengthening ties between Quebec and francophone communities across Canada. His bold vision and his commitment to the francophonie marked a major turning point in our country's history. As minister, Benoît worked to promote Quebec's place within Canada's francophonie, leaving a lasting legacy for future generations. Standing up for our language was a cause close to his heart. The Fédération des communautés francophones et acadienne awarded him the Boréal Prize. France honoured him with its Ordre des Palmes académiques for his commitment to education. He was a caring man who loved the Outaouais region, his adopted home. As a legal expert and politician, he left an invaluable political legacy, and his dedication as a lawyer and professor at the University of Ottawa inspired countless students. My thoughts are with his family. May Benoît rest in peace.
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Context: House Hansard - 221 - Sep/20/23
Hon. Mona Fortier (Ottawa—Vanier, Lib.)
  • Sep/20/23 2:15:33 p.m.
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Mr. Speaker, today I want to express my admiration and gratitude for an exceptional woman, the Hon. Monique Bégin. Driven by the strong liberal values of feminism, equality, social justice and equity that guided her career, she cleared a path for all the women who entered the House after her. In 1972, she became one of Quebec's first three women members of Parliament. A true pioneer, she also served with distinction as a minister, creating the child tax credit, supporting a guaranteed income supplement increase and passing the Canada Health Act. After leaving politics, she made Ottawa—Vanier her home and continued serving others as a faculty member at the University of Ottawa. She also influenced and advised political decision-makers, and I am privileged to count myself among them. We owe Monique Bégin a great deal for her outstanding achievements. We also have a duty to carry the torch she passed to us. I offer my sincere condolences to her loved ones. May she rest in peace.
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