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OTTAWA, ON — Lakeland Member of Parliament Shannon Stubbs raised concerns in Parliament and committee meetings throughout April, focusing on affordability, federal spending, and Canada’s energy and resource development landscape.

During Question Period on April 22, Stubbs questioned the federal government on rising food prices and the broader cost-of-living pressures facing Canadians. She cited increases in the cost of everyday goods and called for reductions in taxes affecting food and fuel, framing affordability as a growing concern for households.

In a subsequent exchange on April 24, Stubbs turned her attention to federal spending and its potential impact on inflation and interest rates. She argued that sustained government deficits contribute to higher borrowing costs for Canadians, including mortgages and consumer debt, and called for measures to reduce spending and ease financial pressures.

Stubbs also participated in discussions at the Standing Committee on Natural Resources, where she serves as Vice-Chair. There, she questioned federal officials about the pace of major energy infrastructure development and Canada’s competitiveness in global energy markets, particularly in the liquefied natural gas (LNG) sector.

During committee proceedings, Stubbs raised concerns about regulatory timelines and investment conditions, referencing the number of LNG project approvals in Canada compared to other countries. She also questioned government officials on the potential role of foreign ownership in Canadian resource projects and its implications for economic and national security.

In a separate committee appearance tied to the federal government’s Major Projects Office, Stubbs asked ministers and officials about the prioritization of large-scale infrastructure projects, including the possibility of a pipeline to Canada’s Pacific coast. She also raised questions about procurement practices and the outsourcing of industrial work related to major projects.

Stubbs further participated in parliamentary votes during April, supporting a Conservative opposition motion calling for a temporary suspension of fuel taxes and voting against the federal government’s Spring Economic Update.

The federal government has previously stated that its policies aim to balance affordability with long-term economic stability, environmental considerations, and sustainable resource development.