 It's now time for members statements the member from Perth Wellington. Thank you speaker Speaker, I am honored to represent the people of Perth Wellington. I rely on their feedback to share their concerns and stories in this Legislature, I am pleased that so many took the time to respond to my last survey On top of mine for my constituents are skyrocketing energy costs. I heard heartbreaking stories about the impact that high bills are having One couple had to sell their home as they couldn't afford their bills When asked what this government's top priority should be two answers dominated the responses reduced energy costs and reduced government spending Sadly this government has done neither during this 13 years of power When it comes to the government's plans to introduce the Ontario retirement pension plan a staggering 70% of my constituents who responded are opposed Nearly everyone who responded does not support the government's changes to the estate administration tax In fact, 88% of respondents told me that they're very concerned with the amount of debt this government has racked up Over 90% of respondents have not received the 15% reduction in auto insurance rate that this government's promised them Speaker as you may recall I passed a resolution in this house calling for fair and transparent infrastructure investments free from political considerations 98% of respondents agreed the evidence is clear politics must stay out of infrastructure funding I appreciate this advice and will continue to stand up for the issues that matter to us in person Wellington. Thank you Thank You mr. Speaker Imagine the scenario you go to the hospital expecting your first child and Your wife on the delivery table goes into distress At one point you even think you might lose her. She seems close to death and then to compound your fear and the situation You recognize and realize that you have absolutely no claim over the baby if your wife dies Even though you are legally married in the province of Ontario that mr. Speaker is the case for LGBTQ folk That is the case for some 21 Parents who are now engaged in a charter challenge a lawsuit against this very government And that is the case unless this government passes Sion Ruby's Act which would Equalize the status of those heterosexual couples and those who are LGBTQ who do not have the same rights of parenthood Who may have to adopt their own children? So I ask why mr. Speaker are we in this predicament the bill signed Ruby's Act past second reading We're waiting on the government act, but they're not and now they're spending tax payers dollars Fighting the very parents who want equality. Please say it ain't so mr. Speaker Please to the government side if you have any impact on your cabinet members, please speak to them These are your constituents. Thank you Thank you Thank You mr. Speaker speaker I rise today in honor of yam hats mode the National Day of Israel celebrated last week The National Day of Israel commemorates the Israeli declaration of independence signed in 1948 Which marked the official foundation of the modern state of Israel the establishment of the modern state of Israel was a profound moment For the Jewish people and mark the creation of a homeland for a people who have throughout history experienced exile and persecution 68 years mr. Speaker have passed since independence was achieved and in this time Israel has grown into a strong and Prosperous nation and a leader mr. Speaker in the international community here in Ontario Israeli Independence Day is an important day to take pride in our own vibrant Jewish communities and the invaluable Contributions made by members of Ontario's Jewish community to the social economic and cultural life of our province Here at Queens Park mr. Speaker we celebrated those contributions by joining together on the lawn to raise the flag of Israel and While in Israel this week mr. Speaker our premier is leading an important trade mission Meeting with Israeli leaders and innovators to further strengthen the already strong relationship between Ontario and Israel mr. Speaker to all celebrating in Ontario and abroad Congratulations on Israel's 68th Independence Day and best wishes for the next 68 years of achievement. Thank you Their members statements the member from the Halliburton Corp the lakes brought thank you mr. Speaker I'm pleased to recognize the first young professionals week in Ontario Young professionals week focuses on what it means to be a young professional in this province and to educate our communities and employers on the Importance of retaining and supporting young professionals the Halliburton Highlands young professionals network is a platform to engage people under 40 in meaningful Conversation and action on the economic social and cultural well-being of our community to celebrate the week-long initiative the Halliburton Highlands youth Professionals Network Committee will be sharing what it is important to young professionals and how they impact the future of this province the local Organization recognizes that even in rural Ontario our knowledge economy is expanding and the cultural fabric of our communities are Diversifying and so we should create and identify opportunities for professionals and community development with the Halliburton Highlands workforce We need to develop our youth strength build upon existing skills and address the skills mismatch in our community in our province The skills gap is costing our economy 24.3 billion a year and a 3.7 billion in foregone tax revenue We need to train and educate our youth for the jobs of today and Anticipate the needs of tomorrow the success of our children will ultimately drive the success of our province and our country So let's share great stories this week with the hashtag YP week The member from London Fanshawe Speaker I rise today on behalf of my London Fanshawe constituents to discuss this government's silent crisis Healthcare no matter who you are where you live or how much money you make your health and the health of your family is your first Priority, but the constant decline of our health care system is hurting families and communities across Ontario This is especially true in my hometown of London where the effects of this government's ongoing cuts to health care are obvious Today's revelations from my party's freedom of information request shows that the University site of London health sciences has been running over at 100% capacity for all 10 quarters in the reporting period of at least two and a half years At the same time as many Ontario hospitals are filled beyond capacity the wind liberals keep cutting hospital services Laying off frontline care workers and closing beds It's disappointing that this government that this liberal government refuses to listen and even admit that hospital overcrowding is a problem in Ontario We all know that our health care of our families and our most our most important priority Yet this government has spent years refusing to meet the health care needs of Ontarians Now is the time speaker to stop this crisis in health care before it gets worse. Thank you Thank you Well, thank you, mr. Speaker I'm delighted to raise to highlight a great organization from my writing of Newmarket Aurora this past weekend Astro nuts kids space camp hosted its fifth annual What's up in space camp at the David Dunlop observatory the day included a variety of science and space related activities Including a live chat with astronaut Tim Peake from his post at the international space station astronauts kids space camp club a not-for-profit group was founded by Ray Bolecky and his 13 year old son Brett in response to Brett's desire to learn more about space exploration During their five years of operation Astronauts kids space club has become very active throughout our community by educating elementary children in space and science Organizations like astronauts inspire children to learn Astronauts shows children the connection between what they're doing in the classroom and how it applies in the real world Mr. Speaker astronaut space camp also reflects the strong aerospace heritage of my writing of Newmarket Aurora for years Residents of Newmarket Aurora have worked in aerospace at all levels for companies like to Haveland AV row and now Bombardier from the alawad one satellite through the Stoll aircraft of the Haveland and now Bombardier's dash series a craft and cat a challenger corporate jets Newmarket and Aurora residents have provided the expertise to put Canada at the forefront of the aerospace industry I have no doubts mr. Speaker that astronaut space camp will build the next generation of aerospace workers Thank you Members statements the member from Whitby Oshawa Thank You speaker we take time this week to remember the loss of many innocent victims Who perished during the armed conflict in Sri Lanka? This is the seventh year since the battle of Mola Vakal in May 2009 when civilians were shelled by government forces Within the no fire zone as they attempted to flee According to the UN secretary-general's panel of experts on accountability accountability in Sri Lanka It was estimated that approximately 40,000 civilians may have been killed in the final months of the conflict as a result of this indiscriminate shelling Regrettably there's been insufficient progress in seeking justice for victims of genocide This month's speaker members of the Tamil community around the globe gathered to participate in memorial services To remember their loved ones Mr. Speaker I stand with the members of the Tamil community here in Ontario and those who support efforts for peace and Reconciliation they may be gone speaker, but they will not be forgotten. Thank you Thank You mr. Speaker on Friday I was proud to join the Minister of Health and long-term care in my riding of Barry to announce capital funding for the advanced cardiac care Center at the Royal Victoria Regional Health Center where the minister was impressed by the Overwhelming volunteer spirit and community support These people have raised millions of dollars and donated thousands of volunteer To your hours when it comes to the heart time is muscle for every minute that a heart attack patient goes without treatment Heart muscle is dying currently the North Simcoe, Muskoka region doesn't provide advanced cardiac care services within its boundaries And as a result most patients cannot get to the nearest cardiac care center in Newmarket within 90 minutes However, this will soon change Construction of this 14,000 square foot facility will begin this fall and by this time next year RVH will be able to provide this life-saving treatment to people who live north of Barry in places such as Midland Penetrangular sheen calling wood and brace the center will house catheterization labs where cardiac specialists can provide diagnostics and interventions such as angiograms and angioplasts Give heart patients access to faster treatment a shorter hospital stay in less travel time Mr. Speaker this investment Reconference our government's commitment to top quality health care not only in our region, but right across the province I'm proud that our government is improving health care and putting patients first Thank You mr. Speaker today I rise to speak about an important investment that has been made in my writing of Brampton, Springdale Residents environmentalists and community groups got together this weekend for an announcement important to Brampton residents Not only today, but for generations to come the Living City Foundation was a recipient of funding from the provincial Great Lakes Guardians Community fund for their work across the GTA and projects that encourage and implement a better environment for us and our future generations Including this project to protecting habitat and species I was joined by the Living City Foundation at Heart Lake conservation area to make the announcement about their project and the funding support That they will receive the announcement was made at the Aboriginal Medicine wheel garden site in the park where some of the project will be installed Each year the fund provides financial support for grassroots efforts to protect the health of our Great Lakes watershed I'm pleased that this year there are two projects in my writing of Brampton Springdale that will be receiving funding This project is a wonderful example of our residents city scientists community groups along with the province of Ontario and the TRCA have worked together to achieve a common goal that is to protect local wildlife populations This year two organizations have received funding for the environmental project including the Living City Foundation also evergreen This project by the Living City Foundation is an important one And I'm proud of all the work being done in Brampton Springdale with investments made by the provincial Great Lakes Guardians Community Fund It is not only important for everybody including residents to work together to achieve a common goal for our future For our future generations in the city and but also to help protect local wildlife populations. Thank you, Mr. Speaker Thank you. I Thank all members for their statements. It's no