Commons debates Public Health Agency of Canada Act for largest share of sitting

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1. deflected
   Access to InformationBill Graham (Liberal) asked Stephen Harper (Conservative). substantive question.The answer denies ignoring views but does not address the specific claim of failing to consult before tabling or return calls.We have always taken into account the views of the Information Commissioner, and I can even say that I did meet with the Information Commissioner well before the legislation was tabled.
2. partly answered
   Access to InformationBill Graham (Liberal) asked John Baird (Conservative). substantive question.The answer counters the criticism with claims of meetings and a positive commissioner quote but does not directly address the weakening claim.He also said in The Ottawa Citizen that our proposals were more radical than any of the ones that he proposed.
3. misdirected
   Access to InformationBill Graham (Liberal) asked John Baird (Conservative). substantive question.The response attacks the questioner's past votes instead of addressing whether the commissioner's views will be respected.Last November, just seven months ago, he voted against all the known access to information measures contained in our bill.
4. misdirected
   Access to InformationJean Lapierre (Liberal) asked John Baird (Conservative). substantive question.The answer criticizes the asker's voting record rather than clarifying consultation or who is telling the truth.this is one of the members opposite who voted against including crown corporations.
5. misdirected
   Access to InformationJean Lapierre (Liberal) asked John Baird (Conservative). loaded question.The response highlights the asker's vote instead of addressing the accusation of ignoring the commissioner or taking shortcuts with the truth.I noticed in the Hansard of November 15, not even seven short months ago, that it says in the nays: Lapierre (Outremont).
6. deflected
   Regional DevelopmentMr. Gilles Duceppe (Bloc) asked Jean-Pierre Blackburn (Conservative). substantive question.The minister avoids answering by claiming not to have heard the question.Mr. Speaker, may I ask the member to repeat his question? I did not catch it.
7. deflected
   Regional DevelopmentMr. Gilles Duceppe (Bloc) asked Stephen Harper (Conservative). substantive question.The answer emphasizes current partnership but does not state support for incorporating the request into the act.I believe that the reason is simple: we are an economic partner of the Government of Quebec.
8. deflected
   Regional DevelopmentMr. Gilles Duceppe (Bloc) asked Stephen Harper (Conservative). substantive question.The response defers action pending a formal request from Quebec rather than addressing incorporation into legislation.if the Government of Quebec has a request to make to the Government of Canada, it is capable of making it itself.
9. deflected
   Quebec City AirportMr. Mario Laframboise (Bloc) asked Jean-Pierre Blackburn (Conservative). substantive question.The answer discusses waiting for the budget instead of confirming the contribution.Given present circumstances, we will have to wait for the budget to see what funds are available to meet expectations and to ensure that everything is ready for Quebec City's 400th anniversary celebrations.
10. misdirected
    NoradMs. Libby Davies (NDP) asked Stephen Harper (Conservative). substantive question.The answer attacks the NDP instead of addressing the specifics of the agreement.Until the NDP members understand the importance of that relationship, they will never be the government of this country.
11. answered
    NoradMs. Libby Davies (NDP) asked Peter MacKay (Conservative). loaded question.The answer directly addresses the timing of the debate and signing.In fact, we will be signing letters of intent after the debate takes place, so there is no suggestion whatsoever that it preempts the debate.
12. deflected
    Softwood LumberMr. John Maloney (Liberal) asked David Emerson (Conservative). loaded question.The answer disputes the facts presented without directly answering if producers are worse off.I do not know where the hon. member is getting his facts.
13. misdirected
    Softwood LumberMr. John Maloney (Liberal) asked David Emerson (Conservative). loaded question.The answer insults the member instead of addressing the deal's merits.I think the hon. member's comments are actually quite disgusting.
14. partly answered
    AgricultureWayne Easter (Liberal) asked Chuck Strahl (Conservative). substantive question.The answer focuses on ongoing work and hope for 2006 without addressing the acceptance of delay.I am still hopeful that it can happen in 2006.
15. deflected
    AgricultureWayne Easter (Liberal) asked Chuck Strahl (Conservative). loaded question.The answer pivots to criticizing the previous Liberal approach rather than outlining specific actions.one of the things we will not do is use the Liberals' approach on softwood lumber.
16. deflected
    InfrastructureMs. Louise Thibault (Bloc) asked Lawrence Cannon (Conservative). substantive question.The answer states they will wait and see without providing a guarantee.We will have to wait and see what happens.
17. partly answered
    InfrastructureMr. Michel Guimond (Bloc) asked Lawrence Cannon (Conservative). substantive question.The answer commits to work this year but notes the ferry link remains suspended and offers only further talks rather than a firm spring start.We will continue to have discussions with our colleagues opposite on expediting matters on this issue for the well-being of all our fellow citizens.
18. partly answered
    Canada Post CorporationMs. Christiane Gagnon (Bloc) asked Lawrence Cannon (Conservative). substantive question.The answer acknowledges the review pledge but avoids explaining the Quebec-Ontario disparity by citing independence and deferring to an imminent decision.A decision in this respect will be imminent.
19. deflected
    Canada Post CorporationMs. Christiane Gagnon (Bloc) asked Lawrence Cannon (Conservative). loaded question.The answer restates the minister's concern without addressing the closure or the quoted contradiction.the minister responsible for the Quebec City region, despite what our friends opposite are saying, assumes her obligations and responsibilities and also cares deeply about the interests of the Quebec region.
20. deflected
    The EnvironmentJohn Godfrey (Liberal) asked Rona Ambrose (Conservative). loaded question.The answer pivots to criticizing the prior Liberal plan instead of addressing provincial consensus or the U.S. comparison.The difference between our made in Canada solution and the Liberals' Kyoto plan is that the Liberals were willing to spend billions in taxpayer money overseas and we refuse to do that.
21. answered
    The EnvironmentJohn Godfrey (Liberal) asked Rona Ambrose (Conservative). substantive question.The answer directly states that meetings occurred with Quebec and other provinces and that they will participate in the plan.I have met with my Quebec counterpart and all of my provincial counterparts.
22. misdirected
    The EnvironmentMr. David McGuinty (Liberal) asked Rona Ambrose (Conservative). loaded question.The answer ignores the question about political influences and instead quotes an external endorsement of the government's approach.Dr. Rick Smith from Environmental Defence said in a news release that he is encouraged by this government's comments on greenhouse gases and pollution reduction.
23. deflected
    The EnvironmentMr. David McGuinty (Liberal) asked Rona Ambrose (Conservative). loaded question.The answer repeats the made-in-Canada framing and provincial support without addressing the sources of policy ideas raised in the question.The provinces have been very clear that they also do not support seeing taxpayer money go overseas under the former Liberal Kyoto plan.
24. partly answered
    Hepatitis CMs. Penny Priddy (NDP) asked Tony Clement (Conservative). substantive question.The answer affirms the campaign pledge but provides no details on any current plan or timeline for compensation.We made a campaign pledge and we intend to keep it.
25. deflected
    Hepatitis CMs. Penny Priddy (NDP) asked Tony Clement (Conservative). loaded question.Answer blames prior Liberal government instead of addressing compensation timeline.after 13 years of non-action, we will see action with this Prime Minister's government.
26. deflected
    The EnvironmentMr. Pablo Rodriguez (Liberal) asked Rona Ambrose (Conservative). rhetorical question.Answer restates general commitment without addressing public transit or sustainable development.again I reiterate the government's commitment to the reduction of greenhouse gases and pollution that was outlined in the Speech from the Throne
27. deflected
    The EnvironmentMr. Pablo Rodriguez (Liberal) asked Rona Ambrose (Conservative). loaded question.Answer defends UN role but avoids addressing abandonment of Kyoto or climate programs.We are participating vigorously in that process to defend the interests of Canadians.
28. partly answered
    The EnvironmentMark Eyking (Liberal) asked Rona Ambrose (Conservative). substantive question.Answer indicates ongoing work but does not confirm commitment to the $280 million funding.We have been involved in the assessment.
29. deflected
    The EnvironmentMark Eyking (Liberal) asked Rona Ambrose (Conservative). substantive question.Answer attacks Liberal record instead of confirming brownfield cleanup funding or fast-tracking.I will not commit to what the Liberals have done, which is nothing on this issue for the past 13 years.
30. partly answered
    Rail TransportMr. Raynald Blais (Bloc) asked Jean-Pierre Blackburn (Conservative). substantive question.Answer expresses intent to keep train operational but provides no specific plan or guarantees.the desire to keep the train in Gaspé is real.
31. partly answered
    Museum of Science and TechnologyMr. Richard Nadeau (Bloc) asked Bev Oda (Conservative). substantive question.Answer discusses museums policy review but does not address Gatineau location preference.we are working on a new museums policy.
32. partly answered
    TransportationBelinda Stronach (Liberal) asked Lawrence Cannon (Conservative). substantive question.Answer addresses safety measures but does not confirm or rule out a public inquiry.Yesterday, we announced that over the next seven years, we will specifically step up the application of reflective material
33. deflected
    Employment InsuranceMr. Yvon Godin (NDP) asked Diane Finley (Conservative). substantive question.The answer discusses analysis needs without addressing the yes/no renewal commitment.we will do the right thing and make an informed decision.
34. deflected
    Employment InsuranceMr. Yvon Godin (NDP) asked Diane Finley (Conservative). substantive question.The answer invites consultation instead of committing to EI reform.I am inviting the hon. member to help me in this consultation to ensure the people he is fighting for are getting the best value they can for the Canadian dollar.
35. deflected
    Air TransportationMr. Francis Scarpaleggia (Liberal) asked Lawrence Cannon (Conservative). substantive question.The answer focuses on consultation without addressing cancellation or report release.we are going to submit a proposal so that we can get the best possible ideas in order to move ahead on this file.
36. partly answered
    Safe Drinking WaterMr. Marc Lemay (Bloc) asked Jim Prentice (Conservative). substantive question.The answer outlines general plans but ignores the specific excluded communities.In the coming months, the new government will be working with Canadians of native origin.
37. deflected
    Status of WomenMs. Irene Mathyssen (NDP) asked Bev Oda (Conservative). loaded question.The answer gives a general assurance without committing to priority status for the file.I can assure the member and all women in Canada that this government will stand up for the equality of women and their full participation.
38. deflected
    Canada CouncilMr. Maka Kotto (Bloc) asked Bev Oda (Conservative). substantive question.The answer defers to the budget without confirming any action taken on the commitment.I ask the member to wait for the budget and it will reveal the support that will be given by the government to the creative community.
39. misdirected
    Points of OrderMr. John Maloney (Liberal) asked Mr. Tom Lukiwski (Conservative). substantive question.The response proposes an unrelated procedural motion instead of addressing the unparliamentary language allegation.there have been consultations and I believe all parties agree to the following motion.