Linda Lapointe
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Business & Financial Interests
Before entering federal politics, Linda Lapointe was a business owner. For over 30 years, she reportedly owned and operated a franchise of the retailer Dans un Jardin, which sells bath and body products. She was also actively involved in the local business community, serving as president of the Chambre de commerce et d’industrie Thérèse-De Blainville in Quebec.
Public Controversies
In 2017, Linda Lapointe faced public criticism and media scrutiny over her constituency office expenses. Reports revealed that she had spent over $169,000 on renovations, furniture, and technology for her office in Saint-Eustache, Quebec. The amount was one of the highest among all Members of Parliament for such expenses during that period. Lapointe defended the spending as necessary to make the office accessible and functional for constituents and staff, stating that the previous location was inadequate.
Where Linda falls on key policy spectrums
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Luc Desilets won with 19,669 votes (32.8%)
Total votes cast: 59,887
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Thank you. Mr. Fulton, I have one more question for you, so don't worry. You mentioned that beef has been exported for 30 years, primarily to Japan. Do you think there's still room for growth in that market?
My colleague asked you a question about your capacity. Obviously, more exports will leave the country via the west. In addition, you said that the north-south axis is more structured than the east-west axis. What do you think could be done to allow Quebec businesses to also export products to the countries included in the CPTPP and to Japan? How do you see improvements in that respect?
Thank you. I have a question for you, Ms. Young. Earlier, you said that, in order to double exports, you need to optimize operations at the port. You mentioned technology. Do you already know how you will be able to increase your capacity?
Thank you very much, Madam Chair. Welcome to the witnesses. Good morning again, Mr. Fulton. I have a question for you. Earlier, you said that the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership, or CPTPP, was the gold standard. It was established in 2018. Earlier, you said that you've been exporting to Japan for 30 years. Has the CPTPP given you any additional momentum?
Thank you very much, Madam Chair. Welcome to all the witnesses and thank you for joining us. Ms. Senneville, you said earlier that the CSN has 330,000 members in Canada. How many of them are in Quebec?
Do you think there's a real willingness to co-operate with the provinces? What are the main obstacles?