Monday, November 27, 2006

Hon. Judy Sgro Answers a Question in the House of Commons in her Capacity as Chair of the Standing Committee on the Status of Women

Hon. Maria Minna (Beaches—East York, Lib.): Mr. Speaker, after months of trying, we still cannot get any answers or even any understanding of women's issues from the government and this minister in particular.

I have a question for the chair of the Standing Committee on the Status of Women. Could she tell the House what plans the committee has on its upcoming agenda to address the issues of early learning and child care and income security reform as outlined in the Liberal women's caucus pink book released today?

Hon. Judy Sgro (York West, Lib.):  Mr. Speaker, as we all know, women make up a very significant part of our workforce and continue to face enormous roadblocks.

In light of these challenges, the Standing Committee on the Status of Women will be conducting a study on what measures we can take to improve their economic security. We are also well aware of the need to provide choices in many areas to reduce the hurdles, as is evident in the Liberal pink book that was released today.

I can assure all members that the committee will come forth with some very progressive recommendations as we move forward in a very positive exercise.