Claude DeBellefeuille
- Born
- December 13, 1963 — Salaberry-de-Valleyfield, Quebec
- Career
- Social worker
- Political Experience
- MP for Beauharnois—Salaberry from 2006 to 2011; MP for Salaberry—Suroît since 2019; Chief Bloc Québécois Whip (June 2010 – May 2011); Chief Whip in the Bloc Québécois Shadow Cabinet (since 2021); vice chair of the Canadian House of Commons Standing Committee on Public Safety and National Security in the 45th Canadian Parliament in 2025.
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Before entering federal politics, Claude DeBellefeuille had a career in the social services and community development sectors. She worked as a social worker and later served as the general director of the Centre local de développement (CLD) du Haut-Saint-Laurent, a local economic development organization. She also worked as a political attaché in Quebec.
Key Relationships & Connections
As a long-serving and senior member of the Bloc Québécois, Claude DeBellefeuille has held the influential position of party whip under different leaders, including Gilles Duceppe and Yves-François Blanchet. In this role, she is a key member of the party's leadership team, responsible for party discipline and parliamentary strategy.
Public Controversies
In May 2021, Claude DeBellefeuille, in her role as Bloc Québécois whip, raised a point of order in the House of Commons after Liberal MP William Amos appeared naked on an internal parliamentary video feed during virtual proceedings. DeBellefeuille stated that it was necessary to remind members to be careful about their camera and attire. The incident drew significant media attention to parliamentary decorum during the era of hybrid sittings.
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S-246 Ottawa West—Nepean Mr. Speaker, it is with great pride that I rise today to inform veterans that the Bloc Québécois will be supporting Bill S-246, along with every other party represented in this House. Bill, an act respecting the recognition of wartime service, is sponsored in the House by my dear colleague, the member for The bill would establish a transparent national framework for
Mr. Speaker, in Quebec, where I live, the sound of jackboots is just an expression for most people, and the sound of gunshots can be mistaken for fireworks, not the other way around. For most of us, war is something distant, something that happens elsewhere. However, that is not the case for veterans and their families. Remembrance Day is a time to remember all the soldiers who bravely gave
S-246 Mr. Speaker, I would like to congratulate my colleague from Ottawa West—Nepean for her initiative and leadership. She has succeeded in bringing together all members of the House, from every party, in support Bill ofand in securing an expedited path through the legislative process. I attended the all-party press conference she organized and heard veterans speak about how important this bill
Madam Speaker, I always enjoy listening to my colleague from Louis-Saint-Laurent—Akiawenhrahk. I think that he is eloquent and experienced. At the end of his speech, he asked a good question: Does anyone feel they are better off? C-261 In my riding, 22% of the population is seniors 65 and over. Every time I go out in my riding, they talk to me about how unfair it is that seniors 65 to 74 are
Madam Speaker, it is always riveting to hear my colleague speak in the House and witness his vibrant spirit and passion after all these years. We can tell that he is just as committed and engaged as ever. C‑31 My question is fairly straightforward. One thing is conspicuous by its absence from the bill currently under discussion and from the amendments under debate, and that is seniors. The
Mr. Speaker, I really enjoy hearing my colleague talk about her part of the country. It is indeed very special. I do not know whether you have ever had the chance to visit. I have only been to Sept-Îles, myself, and I was totally impressed by the strength of the community. I hear the members opposite saying that seasonal workers should find work elsewhere once the season is over. What we really
Mr. Speaker, I know that my colleague is very interested in issues related to privacy, the protection of disclosed information, and transparency. C-31 Could Billhave included a provision that better protects the privacy of Quebeckers and Canadians?
Mr. Speaker, I appreciated the remarks by my colleague, with whom I serve on the all-party border caucus. C-31 Speaking of borders, Billcould have included tools and additional resources for the Canada Border Services Agency to better equip border communities to clear small containers through customs or to manage people's personal belongings more adequately and efficiently. Could he tell us
Mr. Speaker, I thank my esteemed colleague for his speech. C-31 As a member from Quebec, he knows that health and social services need some love, some additional resources, because the needs are dire, whether we are talking about homelessness or frontline services. Could Billnot have included some good news for Quebec's health and social services, by removing the cap on federal transfers to the
Laurentides—Labelle Madam Speaker, I would like to begin by saying that I will be sharing my time with the lovely member for. What a pleasure it is for me to rise today as the Bloc Québécois critic for veterans affairs on this opposition day, when we are questioning certain government decisions regarding support provided to the Canadian Corps of Commissionaires. First, let us remember that
Winnipeg North Madam Speaker, I hope that the member foris listening to my question, because I am going to give him the figures he asked me for earlier. I have them in front of me. The Canada Revenue Agency chose not to maintain the Commissionaires' right of first refusal. What has been the result? The government keeps talking about 12 veterans, but that figure actually represents a volume of
Madam Speaker, I want to thank my colleague. I enjoy serving with him on the Standing Committee on Veterans Affairs. He is absolutely right. The Standing Committee on Veterans Affairs is looking for ways to improve veterans' employability and the transferability and recognition of their skills as they transition to the civilian workforce. The main issue is access to employment opportunities.
Madam Speaker, I would like to congratulate the parliamentary secretary on her speech. I have the privilege of serving alongside her on the Standing Committee on Veterans Affairs. Let us be honest. Everyone in this House knows that the right of first refusal currently held by the Commissionaires organization—formerly known as the Canadian Corps of Commissionaires, which has existed since 1945
Madam Speaker, my colleague's question gives me an opportunity to clarify some things. I know that we are talking about the equivalent of 12 full-time positions for veterans. It is true that, when we talk about this, it seems that it is not a big number. However, that is not what is at issue. It is the principle that is at issue. Indeed, the CRA moved up the April 1 deadline by publishing
Madam Speaker, it is hard to understand. It costs nothing for the government to keep the program, yet it has a significant impact on veterans. As we speak, veterans are shocked and dismayed by the decision. We hope that the government will change its mind and that, as of April 1, the Commissionaires will retain their right of first refusal.