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1. deflected
   AfghanistanMichael Ignatieff (Liberal) asked Rob Nicholson (Conservative). substantive question.The answer claims progress and optimism but avoids stating when or if the government will comply with the Speaker's ruling.However, I continue to be optimistic at this point that an agreement will be reached.
2. deflected
   AfghanistanMichael Ignatieff (Liberal) asked Rob Nicholson (Conservative). substantive question.The answer asserts readiness to sign without addressing the claim of deliberate delay or committing to conclude today.I am not quite sure how much research the hon. member has done on this but, again, what he will find out, if he has a look into this, is that we have been prepared to sign an agreement at every single meeting.
3. deflected
   AfghanistanMichael Ignatieff (Liberal) asked Rob Nicholson (Conservative). substantive question.The answer repeats claims of readiness and invites the asker to a meeting rather than explaining the ongoing delay.However, if he wants to really get fully informed, I invite him to the meeting later on this afternoon.
4. deflected
   G8 and G20 SummitsMr. Mark Holland (Liberal) asked Lawrence Cannon (Conservative). loaded question.The answer rejects the premise but provides no explanation of the venue change or cost management.We have indicated here that costs of holding both summits, a large part of the costs, are attributed to security, which is extremely important.
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   G8 and G20 SummitsMr. Mark Holland (Liberal) asked John Baird (Conservative). loaded question.The answer shifts to general assurances about the public service without addressing sole-sourcing or the billion-dollar cost.Our goal is to ensure that taxpayers get value for money.
6. partly answered
   G8 and G20 SummitsMr. Gilles Duceppe (Bloc) asked Lawrence Cannon (Conservative). substantive question.The answer states the economy is the main priority but acknowledges climate change will be addressed among other issues.Of course, a number of issues will be dealt with, including climate change.
7. partly answered
   G8 and G20 SummitsMr. Gilles Duceppe (Bloc) asked Lawrence Cannon (Conservative). substantive question.The answer confirms climate change will be among issues addressed while prioritizing the economy.Other issues will also be addressed and, as I said, climate change will be among them.
8. deflected
   International Co-operationMs. Johanne Deschamps (Bloc) asked Bev Oda (Conservative). loaded question.The answer focuses on maternal health support without addressing the exclusion of abortion or reopening the debate.What did Melinda Gates say? She said that the number of dying is "atrocious" and she added: The truth is, we can prevent most of these deaths -- and at a stunningly low cost -- if we take action now.
9. deflected
   International Co-operationMs. Johanne Deschamps (Bloc) asked Bev Oda (Conservative). loaded question.The answer lists unrelated aid achievements instead of addressing maternal health commitments or the alleged freeze.We have retained our commitment to doubling our international assistance.
10. partly answered
    AfghanistanJack Layton (NDP) asked Rob Nicholson (Conservative). substantive question.The answer gives a conditional response tied to the asker signing a document rather than an unconditional commitment.if the hon. member is prepared to commit to signing the document that we will present today, this in fact will be the last meeting.
11. deflected
    AfghanistanJack Layton (NDP) asked Rob Nicholson (Conservative). loaded question.The answer avoids the yes/no question about minority-government authority and pivots to security obligations.Any documentation has to be consistent with our international obligations.
12. misdirected
    AfghanistanJack Layton (NDP) asked Rob Nicholson (Conservative). substantive question.The answer ignores the question and instead attacks the asker by referencing a supposed coalition partner.If he wants to hook up with his coalition partner the Leader of the Opposition , why do not both of them come to the meeting this afternoon
13. deflected
    G8 and G20 SummitsMrs. Lise Zarac (Liberal) asked Lawrence Cannon (Conservative). loaded question.The answer rejects the premise but discusses economic promotion instead of the fake-lake cost or reputation impact.When we look at Canada's economic performance over the past few months, there is no doubt that the eyes of the world are on Canada.
14. deflected
    G8 and G20 SummitsMrs. Lise Zarac (Liberal) asked Lawrence Cannon (Conservative). loaded question.The answer denies the partisan-agenda claim and lists agenda items without addressing the underlying accusation.on the contrary, the Prime Minister has indicated that we will discuss climate change.
15. partly answered
    G8 and G20 SummitsMs. Siobhan Coady (Liberal) asked Lawrence Cannon (Conservative). substantive question.The answer addresses overall security costs but does not answer the specific cost of inviting extra countries.the majority of the costs are related to the security of the G8 and the G20.
16. deflected
    SecuritiesMr. Daniel Paillé (Bloc) asked Mr. Ted Menzies (Conservative). substantive question.The answer promotes the voluntary system and external praise instead of addressing the AMF agreement.this is a voluntary process that we are encouraging the provinces to take part in.
17. deflected
    SecuritiesMr. Daniel Paillé (Bloc) asked Mr. Ted Menzies (Conservative). loaded question.The answer promotes voluntary opt-in and investor protection instead of addressing autonomy or existing system improvements.once again, a voluntary system would not deprive anyone of the opportunity of being part of a Canada-wide system
18. deflected
    CopyrightMrs. Carole Lavallée (Bloc) asked James Moore (Conservative). substantive question.The answer highlights job creation and balance instead of addressing enforcement burdens on creators., which we introduced in the House of Commons, is fair to both consumers and creators.
19. misdirected
    CopyrightMrs. Carole Lavallée (Bloc) asked James Moore (Conservative). loaded question.The answer attacks the Bloc's past proposal rather than addressing the digital lock's impact on creators or consumers.The only suggestion we have heard from the Bloc Québécois so far was to impose a new $75 tax on iPods.
20. misdirected
    Aerospace IndustryMr. Marc Garneau (Liberal) asked Peter MacKay (Conservative). substantive question.The answer attacks the opposition's past record instead of addressing the tendering process.it was his party when in government which, in 2002, entered into this 10-year, $10 billion contract.
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    Aerospace IndustryMr. Marc Garneau (Liberal) asked Peter MacKay (Conservative). loaded question.The answer dismisses the question with sarcasm and states no decision yet instead of confirming procedures.I only wish we could somehow bottle that feigned indignation and manufactured outrage for a positive purpose.
22. deflected
    Offshore DrillingGeoff Regan (Liberal) asked Christian Paradis (Conservative). substantive question.The answer emphasizes existing rigorous standards instead of addressing liability limits or taxpayer protection.We know that the Canadian offshore drilling system is one of the most solid, rigorous systems in the world.
23. deflected
    Offshore DrillingGeoff Regan (Liberal) asked Christian Paradis (Conservative). substantive question.The answer reiterates regulatory standards and denies loopholes instead of committing to 100% liability legislation.Therefore, he should stop speaking about loopholes.
24. deflected
    PensionsMr. Wayne Marston (NDP) asked Tony Clement (Conservative). substantive question.The answer discusses general retirement security cooperation without addressing the GIS increase request.we are seeking to work co-operatively with our provincial and territorial partners to further strengthen Canada's retirement income system.
25. deflected
    PensionsMr. Wayne Marston (NDP) asked Tony Clement (Conservative). substantive question.Responds by listing past actions instead of addressing the full NDP plan.The fact is we have already done much for seniors.
26. partly answered
    Agriculture and Agri-FoodMr. André Bellavance (Bloc) asked Gerry Ritz (Conservative). substantive question.Mentions working on changes but does not confirm fixing production costs in AgriStability.We continue to work toward changes within the parameters of those programs
27. deflected
    Agriculture and Agri-FoodMr. André Bellavance (Bloc) asked Gerry Ritz (Conservative). substantive question.Shifts focus to provincial relations instead of program changes.we do not work arbitrarily in this situation.
28. misdirected
    Committees of the HouseMr. Marcel Proulx (Liberal) asked Mr. Pierre Poilievre (Conservative). loaded question.Defends ministerial responsibility tradition without addressing the specific Soudas claims.as a government, we have already announced that we intend to continue respecting the tradition of ministerial responsibility.
29. misdirected
    Committees of the HouseWayne Easter (Liberal) asked Mr. Pierre Poilievre (Conservative). rhetorical question.Diverts to a soccer game and then criticizes the questioner on an unrelated issue.this gives me an opportunity to highlight the good work of Mr. Dimitri Soudas in building friendships between members of Parliament and members of the media with a soccer game
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    G8 SummitMr. Paul Dewar (NDP) asked Lawrence Cannon (Conservative). rhetorical question.Praises the summit without justifying the specific country invitations or priorities.the Prime Minister has decided to invite a number of foreign dignitaries and representatives of different countries to discuss the outstanding issues they face.
31. partly answered
    G8 SummitMr. Paul Dewar (NDP) asked Bev Oda (Conservative). substantive question.Provides endorsements but no specific commitment amount for maternal health.Canada is proposing a bold but achievable plan that can save countless lives
32. deflected
    Tourism IndustryMrs. Alexandra Mendes (Liberal) asked Tony Clement (Conservative). loaded question.Answer promotes other supported festivals rather than addressing the claimed cuts to specific events or G8/G20 comparison.We have supported marquee tourism festivals through this special stimulus fund.
33. answered
    Government ProgramsMr. Richard Nadeau (Bloc) asked James Moore (Conservative). substantive question.Answer directly explains the three reasons the festival did not qualify for funding.The reason this festival did not qualify for taxpayer funding was that this particular festival had a $1 million surplus left over from last year.
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    Aboriginal AffairsMs. Jean Crowder (NDP) asked Mr. Colin Carrie (Conservative). loaded question.Answer discusses general health transfers and collaboration but avoids the specific funding commitment requested for aboriginal maternal health versus G20.This year alone our government is transferring over $25.4 billion, which is an all-time high to the provinces and territories.
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    Government ProgramsMrs. Alexandra Mendes (Liberal) asked Jay Hill (Conservative). loaded question.Answer refuses to respond due to the question's tone instead of addressing the festival funding issue.we have no minister by that designation and until members actually address their questions in a respectful manner there will not be a minister answering.
36. misdirected
    Prison FarmsMr. Alex Atamanenko (NDP) asked John Baird (Conservative). loaded question.Answer shifts entirely to job creation and the economy without addressing the prison farm program or asset sales.Our single focus is on the economy and to return Canadians to work.