Commons opens debate on budget implementation bill

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1. misdirected
   Citizenship and ImmigrationMr. Michael Ignatieff (Liberal) asked Peter Van Loan (Conservative). loaded question.The answer ignores the regulation change and instead attacks the Liberal leader's court injunction.although I do see today that the Liberal leader is again in full retreat.
2. deflected
   Citizenship and ImmigrationMr. Michael Ignatieff (Liberal) asked Peter Van Loan (Conservative). loaded question.The answer lists past Conservative actions without addressing the 27-month inaction or arbitrary ministerial power.The Conservative government has an impressive track record.
3. deflected
   Citizenship and ImmigrationMr. Michael Ignatieff (Liberal) asked Peter Van Loan (Conservative). loaded question.The answer praises the minister's record and quotes a Liberal instead of addressing arbitrary discretion or appeal rights.The minister has actually performed quite impressively since she became minister.
4. partly answered
   Citizenship and ImmigrationMarlene Jennings (Liberal) asked Diane Finley (Conservative). substantive question.The answer clarifies the minister's power scope and cites the Canadian Bar Association but does not address limits on discretion.In reality, the minister would have the power to determine how many people in a class may apply to enter Canada in a year.
5. answered
   Citizenship and ImmigrationMarlene Jennings (Liberal) asked Diane Finley (Conservative). substantive question.The answer directly assures no impact on the Canada-Quebec accord and ongoing discussions with Quebec.I already assured this House last week that we were in discussions with the representatives of Quebec.
6. answered
   The Quebec NationMr. Gilles Duceppe (Bloc) asked Jean-Pierre Blackburn (Conservative). substantive question.The answer directly states that the Canada Labour Code does not cover language of work.the Canada Labour Code does not cover language of work any more than the Quebec Labour Code or any other province's labour code.
7. partly answered
   The Quebec NationMr. Gilles Duceppe (Bloc) asked Jean-Pierre Blackburn (Conservative). substantive question.The answer explains federal jurisdiction needs but does not address making an exception for Quebec language of work.In Quebec, some people speak English and need services in English, while others speak French and need services in French.
8. answered
   Fiscal ImbalanceMr. Paul Crête (Bloc) asked Jim Flaherty (Conservative). substantive question.The answer states the fiscal imbalance was resolved in 2006-07 with increased transfers.The fiscal imbalance issue was dealt with in 2006-07.
9. deflected
   Fiscal ImbalanceMr. Paul Crête (Bloc) asked Jim Flaherty (Conservative). substantive question.The minister talks about existing compensation instead of the promised bill.there are lots of instances where the Government of Quebec receives compensation.
10. misdirected
    Citizenship and ImmigrationJack Layton (NDP) asked Peter Van Loan (Conservative). substantive question.The answer attacks the NDP and previous parties rather than fully addressing the concerns.We are solving a problem created by that party over there and that party will never get a chance to do it.
11. partly answered
    Human RightsMr. Bill Siksay (NDP) asked Peter Van Loan (Conservative). substantive question.The response notes the comments are inappropriate but does not confirm any specific action.The comments do sound distressing and inappropriate and they will have due attention.
12. deflected
    Citizenship and ImmigrationMs. Yasmin Ratansi (Liberal) asked Diane Finley (Conservative). loaded question.The answer accuses the opposition of misrepresenting and delaying instead of addressing the quote.I really do not understand how the hon. member opposite can think that we are trying to sneak anything through when all day this issue is being debated in the House.
13. misdirected
    Citizenship and ImmigrationMs. Yasmin Ratansi (Liberal) asked Diane Finley (Conservative). loaded question.Responds by questioning the Liberals' motives rather than the policy.Why are they the ones who are fearing and smearing when they cannot deal with policies?
14. misdirected
    Citizenship and ImmigrationGurbax Malhi (Liberal) asked Jason Kenney (Conservative). loaded question.The answer counters with past actions of the opposing party instead of addressing the current claim.I find very curious these questions coming from members of a party whose predecessors introduced the Asian Exclusion Act
15. misdirected
    Citizenship and ImmigrationGurbax Malhi (Liberal) asked Jason Kenney (Conservative). loaded question.Attacks the member's voting record instead of answering about the reforms.That member should tell us why he voted to impose a $1,000 head tax on all newcomers to our country.
16. deflected
    The EnvironmentMr. Bernard Bigras (Bloc) asked John Baird (Conservative). loaded question.Denies the premise but provides no specific confirmation or denial details on the design.that is not the case at all. Everything my colleague from Rosemont—La Petite-Patrie has said is false.
17. misdirected
    The EnvironmentMr. Bernard Bigras (Bloc) asked John Baird (Conservative). substantive question.The answer attacks the Bloc's record instead of addressing whether the plan penalizes early reducers.In the 18 years since the Bloc first came here to the House of Commons, absolutely nothing has been done.
18. partly answered
    Foreign AffairsMrs. Vivian Barbot (Bloc) asked Mr. Deepak Obhrai (Conservative). substantive question.The answer describes consular work but does not address calling in the ambassador or demanding return to Canada.We are working with his family and the lawyers to ensure that his rights are protected over there.
19. partly answered
    Foreign AffairsMs. Francine Lalonde (Bloc) asked Mr. Deepak Obhrai (Conservative). substantive question.The answer notes consular assistance but avoids any mention of demanding ambassador intervention.Consular officials in Riyadh are currently working closely with relevant Saudi authorities to attempt to find a resolution to Ms. Morin's case.
20. deflected
    Science and TechnologyScott Brison (Liberal) asked Jim Prentice (Conservative). substantive question.The answer cites the legal review process and confidentiality without addressing trust in MDA.This analysis is currently under review. I cannot speak further about it, and my friend knows that.
21. deflected
    Science and TechnologyScott Brison (Liberal) asked Jim Prentice (Conservative). loaded question.The answer sticks to the review timeline and avoids the sovereignty or sale question.I have extended the 30 day period for the review as of March 20.
22. partly answered
    Science and TechnologyNavdeep Bains (Liberal) asked Jim Prentice (Conservative). substantive question.The answer mentions ongoing discussions with the US but does not address securing waivers or standing up for jobs.We continue to work with our American neighbours to ensure we have a vibrant space industry and a vibrant aeronautics industry and that we are able to make these arrangements workable.
23. deflected
    Science and TechnologyNavdeep Bains (Liberal) asked Jim Prentice (Conservative). loaded question.The answer refuses to comment and delivers a sarcastic jab at Liberals instead of addressing the sale.If my friend really believes that is the effect of the contracts between the Canadian Space Agency and MDA, I would invite him to boldly go where no Liberal has gone before, talk to the people who negotiated that contract, whom he sits with on that side of the House.
24. misdirected
    Science and TechnologyMr. Paul Dewar (NDP) asked Jim Prentice (Conservative). substantive question.The answer opens with an insult to the NDP before providing procedural information.I think it is clear to members of the House that when we are dealing with members of the NDP, not only is their remote sensing defective, their up close sensing does not work either.
25. deflected
    Science and TechnologyMr. Paul Dewar (NDP) asked Jim Prentice (Conservative). loaded question.The answer discusses procedural responsibilities without addressing sovereignty or monitoring concerns.I will deal with that application. I will deal with it in due course, and I will deal with it according to the full responsibility under the Investment Canada Act.
26. answered
    Canadian HeritageDenis Coderre (Liberal) asked Josée Verner (Conservative). loaded question.The answer directly denies censorship intentions and explains the legislative gap referenced in the question.Our government does not intend to engage in censorship.
27. deflected
    Canadian HeritageDenis Coderre (Liberal) asked Josée Verner (Conservative). loaded question.The answer attacks the opposition's consistency rather than addressing the request to drop the clause or work with industry.the member for Bourassa can grandstand all he likes, but he knows that the wording of the clause in Bill C-10 is exactly the same as what his former colleagues, ministers Manley and Copps, included in a press release in 2003.
28. misdirected
    EthicsMrs. Susan Kadis (Liberal) asked Mr. James Moore (Conservative). loaded question.The answer dismisses the question by attacking the Liberals instead of addressing the Prime Minister's appearance before committee.
29. partly answered
    Human RightsRalph Goodale (Liberal) asked Peter Van Loan (Conservative). substantive question.The answer acknowledges the tape but does not address requiring the member to step aside pending investigation.It will, however, receive due attention.
30. answered
    JusticeMrs. Carole Freeman (Bloc) asked Rob Nicholson (Conservative). substantive question.The answer clarifies that the bill is private member's legislation before committee and states the government's position.I urge the committee to have a look at that bill and make its recommendations to Parliament.
31. deflected
    JusticeMs. Nicole Demers (Bloc) asked Rob Nicholson (Conservative). substantive question.The answer directs the member to the committee but does not address approaching the Minister of Justice.the hon. member is welcome to make any representations before the committee that is having a look at that private member's bill
32. answered
    Tobacco IndustryMr. Lloyd St. Amand (Liberal) asked Mr. Guy Lauzon (Conservative). loaded question.The answer details meetings and ongoing work with stakeholders to address the tobacco farmers' concerns.This week, as a matter of fact, he met with the Ontario agriculture minister, Ms. Leona Dombrowsky.
33. deflected
    Gasoline PricesMr. Brian Masse (NDP) asked Mr. David Anderson (Conservative). substantive question.The response promotes tax cuts instead of addressing the proposed monitoring system or Competition Bureau.We have taken direct steps to help to reduce those gas prices and the cost of living with significant changes, particularly tax reductions, including cuts to the GST.
34. answered
    The EnvironmentMr. Yvon Godin (NDP) asked John Baird (Conservative). substantive question.Directly states no plan to close the station and offers to work on funding.I would like to tell the House that the government does not intend to close the Bas-Caraquet weather station, and that I would be pleased to work with my colleague to find the funds needed for this important file.
35. deflected
    Tourism IndustryMark Eyking (Liberal) asked Jim Prentice (Conservative). rhetorical question.Blames the previous government rather than addressing the listed ministerial failures.If we want to find a former Canadian government that did not care about the tourism industry, it sits on that side of the House.
36. deflected
    Government ContractsMr. Bill Casey (Independent) asked Mr. James Moore (Conservative). substantive question.Cites court proceedings to avoid confirming the bid details or tabling the chart.This issue is in fact before the courts. No final decision has been made.
37. deflected
    Business of the HouseRalph Goodale (Liberal) asked Peter Van Loan (Conservative). substantive question.Discusses the budget bill and accuses opposition of obstruction instead of providing timelines for the requested bills.We have missed it once or twice.
38. partly answered
    Business of the HouseRalph Goodale (Liberal) asked Peter Van Loan (Conservative). substantive question.Explains committee challenges but stops short of committing to a timeline.at this point in time I am not sure I can give him that commitment.
39. misdirected
    Business of the HouseRalph Goodale (Liberal) asked Jay Hill (Conservative). substantive question.Responds with an attack on the opposition instead of addressing how to establish the committee.What's the point of having another committee where you guys are operating?
40. answered
    PrivilegeMr. Yvon Godin (NDP) asked Peter Van Loan (Conservative). substantive question.Explains that the minister's prior statements and letter clarified the matter.I believe that with the letter that was tabled with this House some weeks ago and with her comments here on Tuesday, she certainly clarified that.
41. misdirected
    PrivilegeMr. Yvon Godin (NDP) asked Mr. Luc Harvey (Conservative). substantive question.The answer ignores the request for a Speaker's ruling on privilege and instead raises an unrelated complaint about unparliamentary language.the hon. member for Montcalm , used unparliamentary language, as usual.
42. misdirected
    Point of OrderMs. Pauline Picard (Bloc) asked Mr. Dean Del Mastro (Conservative). substantive question.The answer addresses a separate alleged unparliamentary remark by another member rather than the behaviour rectification noted in the question.I would like to ask the member for Don Valley East to withdraw the comment and apologize for making it.