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Deputy whip of the New Democratic Party

Laurel Collins

  • Member of Parliament
  • Deputy whip of the New Democratic Party
  • NDP
  • Victoria
  • British Columbia
  • Voting Attendance: 61%
  • Expenses Last Quarter: $127,392.53

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Context: House Hansard - 275 - Feb/5/24
Ms. Laurel Collins (Victoria, NDP)
  • Feb/5/24 3:57:42 p.m.
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Mr. Speaker, I am presenting a second petition, signed by over 2,000 people concerned about the impact of fireworks in Canada. The petitioners note the impact on animals, including pets, as well as on people who have post-traumatic stress disorder. They also note that there is an environmental impact and that the Government of Canada is responsible for air quality. The petitioners call upon the Government of Canada to support the replacement of fireworks with light displays.
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Context: House Hansard - 156 - Feb/8/23
Ms. Laurel Collins (Victoria, NDP)
  • Feb/8/23 4:56:55 p.m.
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Madam Speaker, I am presenting a petition from Canadians who note the harmful impacts of fireworks with respect to the environment, animal welfare and people who suffer from PTSD. The petitioners note there are amazing alternatives, such as visual light shows with drones, and call on the government to replace fireworks with these alternatives.
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Context: House Hansard - 44 - Mar/23/22
Ms. Laurel Collins (Victoria, NDP)
  • Mar/23/22 3:35:52 p.m.
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Mr. Speaker, I rise to present two petitions. The first is a petition on behalf of 14,000 Canadians who are concerned about the safety of fireworks in our communities and their environmental, human health and animal welfare impacts. The petitioners note the risk of wildfires, pollution and toxic debris and that fireworks are currently regulated by a patchwork approach across provinces and municipalities. They are calling on the government to explore legislative changes around the use of fireworks to improve community safety and well-being.
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