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1. deflected
   Automotive IndustryMr. Michael Ignatieff (Liberal) asked Tony Clement (Conservative). substantive question.The answer addresses coordination briefly then pivots to attacking the questioner's past statements and consistency.The hon. member stands in his place and talks about failed Liberal policies of previous governments and then in British Columbia on the weekend says he does not want to support the auto sector.
2. misdirected
   Automotive IndustryMr. Michael Ignatieff (Liberal) asked Tony Clement (Conservative). loaded question.The answer reframes the question as support for bankruptcy and job losses rather than addressing collateral or loan security.the logical extension of the Leader of the Opposition 's remarks is that he does not want to be there, he wants to have an unstructured bankruptcy where hundreds of thousands of jobs are lost
3. partly answered
   Automotive IndustryMr. Michael Ignatieff (Liberal) asked Tony Clement (Conservative). substantive question.The answer directly rejects the premise that the government left decisions to Washington and states a North American approach is being pursued.Of course, in partnership with the Americans, we are trying to find a North American solution.
4. partly answered
   Automotive IndustryMr. Francis Valeriote (Liberal) asked Tony Clement (Conservative). substantive question.The answer acknowledges U.S. ideas on warranties and notes Canadian actions via the budget without fully explaining timing of warranty consideration.Obviously, the U.S. President has some new ideas and we are willing to take a look at those.
5. answered
   Automotive IndustryMr. Francis Valeriote (Liberal) asked Jim Flaherty (Conservative). substantive question.The answer explains the credit facility's origin in the January budget and states it will be implemented shortly after consultations.It is very important in terms of acquiring the commercial paper that is supported by loans with respect to vehicles and equipment.
6. answered
   Goods and Services TaxMr. Gilles Duceppe (Bloc) asked Christian Paradis (Conservative). substantive question.The answer explains the difference in Quebec's tax administration versus Ontario's harmonization and cites prior compensation paid.Quebec has full control over administering its tax and also administers its own sales tax system and the federal GST system.
7. deflected
   Goods and Services TaxMr. Gilles Duceppe (Bloc) asked Christian Paradis (Conservative). loaded question.The answer repeats the distinction from Ontario but accuses the asker of deliberately muddying waters rather than engaging the compensation disparity.The member should stop deliberately muddying the waters to create division.
8. answered
   Goods and Services TaxMr. Jean-Yves Laforest (Bloc) asked Christian Paradis (Conservative). substantive question.The answer distinguishes the two tax systems and notes Quebec administers separately while Ontario harmonizes under federal collection.There are two distinct taxes in Quebec, the QST and the GST, which the province administers with reimbursement from the federal government.
9. answered
   Goods and Services TaxMr. Jean-Yves Laforest (Bloc) asked Christian Paradis (Conservative). loaded question.The answer directly explains Quebec's distinct tax choice and payments received, addressing the compensation claim.Quebec made a political choice, which was to keep two distinct taxes, the QST and the GST.
10. partly answered
    Automotive IndustryJack Layton (NDP) asked Tony Clement (Conservative). substantive question.The answer acknowledges the summit proposal but pivots to North American action without confirming a Canadian summit.We have not had the opportunity to hold a summit, but an action plan is needed.
11. misdirected
    Automotive IndustryJack Layton (NDP) asked Tony Clement (Conservative). substantive question.The answer attacks the asker's past record instead of addressing green car strategy or a recovery director.When we was a Toronto city councillor, his plan for the auto sector was to ban automobiles from the city of Toronto.
12. deflected
    Automotive IndustryJack Layton (NDP) asked Stockwell Day (Conservative). substantive question.The answer discusses US statements and NAFTA stability but avoids explaining the Fox News venue or specific steps.When it comes to NAFTA, the indication has been very clear that there is not an intention to have serious changes made to it.
13. answered
    Automotive IndustryMr. Marc Garneau (Liberal) asked Tony Clement (Conservative). substantive question.The answer states no loans made yet and outlines criteria including protection of Canada's interests.We have some strict criteria worked out with the Government of Ontario as well to ensure that Canada's interests are protected as much as possible.
14. partly answered
    Automotive IndustryMr. Marc Garneau (Liberal) asked Tony Clement (Conservative). substantive question.The answer notes differences in US timing but affirms strict conditions without confirming identical rates or schedules.However, I repeat, it is important to have strict conditions in these cases, and GM and Chrysler must be accountable if any money is to be transferred to those companies.
15. deflected
    National DefenceDenis Coderre (Liberal) asked Peter MacKay (Conservative). loaded question.The answer restates general commitment to protection without addressing tank locations or procurement delays.Our government and the department always look for the best way to protect equipment and, above all, soldiers in their important day-to-day work.
16. misdirected
    National DefenceDenis Coderre (Liberal) asked Peter MacKay (Conservative). loaded question.The answer defends the purchase and accuses the asker of hypocrisy rather than explaining budget or contract decisions.The important thing to remember from the member opposite is the incredible, skyrocketing hypocrisy coming from him.
17. partly answered
    Employment InsuranceMrs. Josée Beaudin (Bloc) asked Mr. Ed Komarnicki (Conservative). substantive question.Mentions extending benefits but sidesteps the waiting period question.we have added a number of benefits to the EI program, including extending the benefits by five weeks, which puts more money in the hands of those who need it most.
18. deflected
    Employment InsuranceMrs. Josée Beaudin (Bloc) asked Mr. Ed Komarnicki (Conservative). loaded question.Lists other programs instead of addressing the waiting period or the cruelty claim.we have added a number of benefits, including the five additional weeks, longer training for those who need training, new training programs for those who do not qualify for EI
19. deflected
    TaxationMs. Christiane Gagnon (Bloc) asked Mr. Ed Komarnicki (Conservative). loaded question.Focuses on EI rates and spending while ignoring the tax loophole paradox.what we have done is frozen EI rates to ensure that workers and employers do not have to pay any more, while at the same time extending benefits.
20. deflected
    TaxationMs. Christiane Gagnon (Bloc) asked Jean-Pierre Blackburn (Conservative). loaded question.Justifies extra weeks over removing the waiting period without addressing the G20 or buddies claim.We are giving unemployed workers an extra five weeks of benefits instead of two weeks up front.
21. partly answered
    Employment InsuranceMrs. Bonnie Crombie (Liberal) asked Mr. Ed Komarnicki (Conservative). substantive question.Notes resources for claims but refuses to address the specific case mentioned.There are specific cases, and I will not get into any specific case.
22. answered
    Employment InsuranceMr. Anthony Rota (Liberal) asked Mr. Ed Komarnicki (Conservative). substantive question.Explains how EI adjusts benefits by regional unemployment rates.the employment insurance program is so designed that it responds to regional interests.
23. partly answered
    Foreign AffairsIrwin Cotler (Liberal) asked Mr. Deepak Obhrai (Conservative). substantive question.Notes consular help and legal barriers but does not answer whether he can return.we continue to provide Mr. Abdelrazik with consular assistance.
24. deflected
    Foreign AffairsIrwin Cotler (Liberal) asked Mr. Deepak Obhrai (Conservative). loaded question.Repeats the list constraints and litigation without answering the rule-of-law question.it is up to Mr. Abdelrazik to take his name off that list.
25. answered
    TaxationMr. Thomas Mulcair (NDP) asked Christian Paradis (Conservative). loaded question.The answer directly refutes the premise and clarifies the distinction between Quebec's system and Ontario's planned harmonization.The point is that Quebec administers its own tax. This is not about federal harmonization, such as Ontario plans to adopt, period.
26. deflected
    TaxationMr. Thomas Mulcair (NDP) asked Jim Flaherty (Conservative). loaded question.The answer restates general policy on harmonization and Quebec's choice without addressing the specific claim about bad tax policy or the Ontario announcement.Quebec chose not to sign a harmonization agreement. It chose to collect its own sales tax, which is not harmonized.
27. partly answered
    Foreign AffairsMr. Paul Crête (Bloc) asked Mr. Deepak Obhrai (Conservative). substantive question.The answer addresses the no-fly list status but avoids explaining the change in position on the emergency passport.Mr. Abdelrazik has been on the UN Security Council no-fly list and is therefore subject to a travel ban and asset freeze.
28. deflected
    Foreign AffairsMr. Paul Crête (Bloc) asked Mr. Deepak Obhrai (Conservative). substantive question.The answer repeats the no-fly list point and cites court proceedings to avoid addressing the UN resolution or alleged reversal.Again, Mr. Abdelrazik is on the UN Security Council no-fly list and is therefore subject to a travel ban and asset freeze.
29. partly answered
    Public SafetyUjjal Dosanjh (Liberal) asked Peter Van Loan (Conservative). substantive question.The answer lists some prior actions but does not address the specific request for wiretap and surveillance changes.In terms of the matter of the searches, the important thing is to ensure we strike the right balance between privacy rights and assisting the police.
30. deflected
    Public SafetyMarlene Jennings (Liberal) asked Peter Van Loan (Conservative). substantive question.The answer gives a general commitment without referencing the bill, provincial requests, or specific legal means sought.we believe it is important to give police all the tools they need to achieve justice and tackle crime.
31. partly answered
    Human RightsMs. Judy Wasylycia-Leis (NDP) asked Mr. Deepak Obhrai (Conservative). substantive question.The answer affirms support for human rights but shifts to provincial involvement without addressing the poll or ratification timeline.However, I would like to remind her that when we sign international treaties, we also require the assistance of the provinces.
32. misdirected
    Human RightsMs. Judy Wasylycia-Leis (NDP) asked Mr. Deepak Obhrai (Conservative). loaded question.The answer ignores the funding cut and poll criticism, instead restating general support and noting a disabled cabinet minister.I would like to remind her that a cabinet minister of this government is a person of disability at the forefront of support for the rights of the disabled.
33. deflected
    Food SafetyWayne Easter (Liberal) asked Gerry Ritz (Conservative). substantive question.The answer shifts focus to criticizing the opposition's proposed timeline instead of addressing the obstruction claim.I cannot for the life of me understand why the opposition parties want to delay the report until next December.
34. partly answered
    National DefenceMr. Claude Bachand (Bloc) asked Peter MacKay (Conservative). substantive question.The answer affirms action on up-armouring but does not address the delay or Quebec companies specifically.We are moving forward with a contract to up-armour those tanks and have them available to those troops for both their work in Afghanistan and the training required.
35. deflected
    PovertyMs. Jean Crowder (NDP) asked Mr. Deepak Obhrai (Conservative). substantive question.The answer discusses the G20 conference in general terms without addressing the G8/G20 priority or House motion.It is important to recognize that this is a collective effort with all G20 countries and those that are coming to London to fight against poverty and stimulate the economy.
36. misdirected
    Canadian Broadcasting CorporationMr. Todd Russell (Liberal) asked Mr. Dean Del Mastro (Conservative). substantive question.The answer attacks the Liberal record from 1993 instead of addressing current CBC cuts.Now let us look at what they did over the next four years: $414 million in cuts made by the Liberal Party to the CBC and 4,000 jobs lost.
37. answered
    International TradeMs. Johanne Deschamps (Bloc) asked Stockwell Day (Conservative). substantive question.The answer directly states the creation of the CSR counsellor office and related measures.We have created the office of extractive sector corporate social responsibility counsellor.
38. partly answered
    Public SafetyMr. Bill Siksay (NDP) asked John Baird (Conservative). substantive question.The answer commits to reviewing the report but does not address the specific survey or update questions.We will take a look at everything in the TSB's report to ensure we can act in the public interest, whether that involves any number of departments within our government.