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The first thing I want to talk about today is what we’re doing to support Indigenous people during the pandemic.

Over the last two months, Canadians have stepped up to keep each other safe.

Let me begin this morning by confirming that Canada and the United States have once again agreed to extend by 30 days the current measures in place along the border.

Hello everyone. Happy weekend. I want to start by noting that tomorrow is the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia. Every year, this is a day where we speak out against the stigma, discrimination, and violence that target the LGBTQ2 community.

No matter who you are, the last few months will have changed your daily routine in ways big and small.

Good morning everyone. Over the last two weeks, we’ve seen our women and men in uniform step up to the plate again and again. In seniors’ homes, in Northern communities, they are there for where we need them most.

Today, I want to start by highlighting some good news. Last night, Health Canada announced that it has authorized the first serological test for COVID-19 antibodies.

Before we get into things, I want to note that earlier this morning, Minister Gould announced a significant contribution to the Vaccine Alliance, GAVI, and the Global Polio Eradication Initiative.

I’d like to begin today by recognizing that this is National Nursing Week. Nurses are the heart and soul of our health care system. Every day, they do incredible work to keep Canadians healthy, and the way they’ve stepped up to support people during this pandemic speaks to their compassion, resilience, and dedication.

Happy Saturday everyone. These days, a number of Canadians are going through hard times because of COVID-19. The pandemic is an unprecedented challenge for our country, and Canadians are suffering the consequences.