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Statement on Anti-Semitic Graffiti
On March 10, 2011, Alice Wong gave a statement in the House of Commons with respect to the racist and anti-Semitic graffiti on Gilmore Elementary School.
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Mrs. Alice Wong (Richmond, CPC):
Mr. Speaker, on the night of March 4, a school in my riding of Richmond, Gilmore Elementary School, was vandalized with racist graffiti. The graffiti included anti-Semitic symbols and racist phrases. I find this deeply disturbing and troubling.
The RCMP has been quick to begin investigating this matter. The actions of those responsible for this disgusting crime cannot be tolerated in Richmond or anywhere in Canada.
Canada enjoys a harmonious society that embraces diversity. Those who seek to disrupt the multicultural nature of our society through bigotry and intolerance must be denounced.
I stand today in solidarity for our Jewish community and all those who are affected by the racist and anti-Semitic actions of these cowardly individuals.
Statement on the Lunar New Year
On February 3, 2011, MP Alice Wong made a members’ statement in the House of Commons to wish all Canadians a Happy Lunar New Year and to wish all Canadians luck, happiness, health and good fortune in the Year of the Rabbit and beyond:
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Mrs. Alice Wong (Richmond, CPC):
Mr. Speaker, it is a great pleasure and honour to celebrate the Lunar New Year with my fellow parliamentarians and Canadians of Chinese, Korean and Vietnamese descent.
It is also my honour, on behalf of the Government of Canada, to extend my best wishes as we celebrate the new year. The Year of the Rabbit is said to be a time of tranquility. I hope this is the case for all Canadians.
Over the last year, the relationship between Canada, Korea and Vietnam has grown stronger. For example, Canada’s pavilion at the Shanghai Expo was an unqualified success. The approved destination status agreement has made it easier for Chinese nationals to visit Canada.
Of course, strong ties are a natural result of our great country having more than one million Canadians of Chinese, Vietnamese or Korean descent, making an important contribution to our national life all year long.
I wish all Canadians, particularly those celebrating the new year today, luck, happiness, health and good fortune in the Year of the Rabbit and beyond.
Gung Hay Fat Choy.
2010 in Review – in a one minute statement
On December 16, 2010, MP Alice Wong made a statement concerning the review of 2010:
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Mrs. Alice Wong (Richmond, CPC):
Mr. Speaker, 2010 has been Canada’s year.
We had the Vancouver Olympics and Paralympics, Canada’s games. Our athletes won more gold medals than any country has ever won at a winter Olympics.
We hosted back-to-back gatherings of the G8 and G20.
We took the lead on child and maternal health, fiscal consolidation and deficit reduction, and financial sector reform. We made real progress, with Canadian solutions leading the way.
On Canada’s 143rd birthday, Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth was joined here on Parliament Hill with 100,000 Canadians.
What I am most proud of is our government’s success in steering our country through the worst global economic crisis since the second world war. Canada’s economic action plan is creating jobs and strengthening our communities.
What a great year it has been for Canada, our gold medal country.
Statement on Wendy Phillips – Governor General’s Literary Award
On November 24, 2010, MP Alice Wong made a statement on the Governor General’s Literary Award to Wendy Phillips:
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Mrs. Alice Wong (Richmond, CPC):
Mr. Speaker, each year, the Governor General and the Canada Council for the Arts collaborate to honour the finest in Canadian literature.
The Governor General said, “These artists, through their passion, ignite our love of reading with every new book”.
I wish to especially celebrate the achievement of a Richmond constituent, a teacher and librarian at A. R. MacNeill Secondary School. Wendy Phillips won the 2010 award for her children’s book Fishtailing.
The jury stated, “In this highly inventive, poetic narrative, four compelling characters take the reader on a wild ride through the dangerous terrain of friendships threatened by manipulative acts. Wendy Phillips creates a powerful momentum in Fishtailing that leaves the reader breathless”.
I congratulate Wendy on her fine achievement in literature. Richmond is proud of her.
Statement on the death of Hon. David Lam
On November 23, 2010, MP Alice Wong made a statement on the passing away of the Honourable David Lam, former Lieutenant Governor of British Columbia:
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Mrs. Alice Wong (Richmond, CPC): Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honour the memory of the 25th Lieutenant Governor of British Columbia, the Honourable David Lam, who died Monday at the age of 87.
David Lam was an inspiration for all Canadians. His intelligence, generosity, passion for life and love for his community are a few of his many qualities that will be missed.
David Lam encouraged the integration of immigrant Canadians into Canadian life, myself being one. He was a bridge for many new Canadians and he preached and practised the understanding of Canadian values.
He was a humble person, but very strong in his ways. Although his service to the province of British Columbia in the capacity of Lieutenant Governor granted him the official title of “honourable”, it is also a title he rightly deserved for his service to mankind.
I feel privileged to have known him and his late wife, Dorothy. Our country is all the richer for the years that they lived among us and for the many lives they touched.
Members’ Statement on International Trade with India
On November 16, 2010, MP Alice Wong made a statement in the House of Commons regarding International Trade with India:
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Mrs. Alice Wong (Richmond, CPC):
Mr. Speaker, Canadians can count on their government to oppose protectionism and defend free trade on the world stage.
Today the Minister of International Trade was in Delhi to launch the first round of negotiations towards a Canada-India free trade agreement. Protectionism continues to threaten long-term economic recovery for Canada and, indeed, for the whole world. This free trade agreement will help businesses and workers expand market opportunities and promote prosperity and job creation in both countries.
A recent joint study showed that such an agreement could deliver a boost to Canada’s economy of $6 billion to $15 billion, increase bilateral trade with India by 50% and directly benefit Canadian sectors ranging from agriculture, resource-related and chemical products to transport equipment, machinery and services.
Both Canada and India recognize we need the kind of benefits and opportunities that a Canada-India free trade agreement would provide.
Statement on Commonwealth Games Richmond Athletes
On October 7, 2010, Alice Wong made the following statement on Richmond-based athletes that are participating in the Commonwealth Games in Delhi, India:
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Mrs. Alice Wong (Richmond, CPC):
Mr. Speaker, as we speak, the 19th Commonwealth Games are moving into day four in Delhi, India.
Already, Canadians have been winning medals in events. Among them, in the men’s team artistic gymnastics, Robert Watson and Jason Scott, both members of the Richmond Gymnastics Association, were part of a five member Canadian team that won the bronze medal. Congratulations to them. Richmond is proud of them.
Other athletes from Richmond include: athletics, Evan Dunfee; field hockey, Amanda Stone; gymnastics, Demetra Mantcheva; rugby sevens, Nathan Hirayama; table tennis, Andre Ho and Mo Zhang; and wrestling, Arjan Bhullar.
Richmond is supporting all of them and the whole national team. Go Canada go.
Statement on Canada-China Relations
On September 30, 2010, Alice Wong made a statement in the House of Commons regarding the 40th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Canada and the People’s Republic of China.
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Mrs. Alice Wong (Richmond, CPC):
Mr. Speaker, next month marks the 40th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Canada and the People’s Republic of China.
Our ties are strong in business and education and in cultural exchanges. Bilateral trade is a good example. Currently, China is our second largest source of imports and our third largest source of exports. Today over 1.3 million Canadian residents are of Chinese origin and form one of the largest groups within Canada’s multicultural mosaic. Chinese is now Canada’s third most spoken language after English and French.
Recently, the approved destination status for Canada marked another positive step in our relationship with China. It will strengthen our diplomatic and commercial ties and, more important, our people-to-people ties, resulting in a win-win situation.
Tomorrow will be the 61st national day of the People’s Republic of China. On behalf of Richmond, happy birthday.
Statement on the passing of Audrey Paterson
On April 27, 2010, Alice Wong made a statement in the House of Commons regarding the passing of Audrey Paterson.
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Mrs. Alice Wong (Richmond, CPC):
Madam Speaker, I rise in the House today to honour the late Audrey Paterson, founder of the Canadian Women Voters Congress and the Western Businesswomen’s Association. She passed away in Vancouver last week at the age of 82.
My condolences go out to her husband, Ron Castner, her six children, her fourteen grandchildren and one great-grandchild.
Audrey Paterson was a former journalist and editor. She will be remembered by her tireless efforts as a crusader for advancing women in business and politics. She also established the non-partisan Women’s Campaign School, of which I am a proud graduate.
Her vision, her hard work, and her persistence in creating equal opportunities for women has inspired and will continue to inspire us all. Her legacy will live on.
Statement on Yushu Earthquake
On April 21, 2010, Alice Wong made a statement in the House of Commons regarding the April 14 earthquake in Yushu, China. You can read more about the earthquake here.
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Mrs. Alice Wong (Richmond, CPC): Mr. Speaker, on April 14, an earthquake of 7.1 magnitude struck Yushu, a town in the Qinghai province of China. As of today, the death toll has climbed to 2,183 and 84 people are still missing. A week after the devastating quake, the Chinese government has designated today a national day of mourning for earthquake victims.
On behalf of Richmond, I express my deepest condolences to the victims and their families during this difficult time. China is a strong nation and has responded to this disaster quickly and effectively. The country’s relief efforts have demonstrated its fine tradition of offering help to those in need.
We sincerely hope that those affected by the earthquake can overcome the tragedy quickly and rebuild their hometowns. Our officials in Beijing continue to contact appropriate Chinese authorities to access the assistance that is required.