Liberals move motion praising Charter of Rights in supply debate

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1. misdirected
   Canada-U.S. borderMichael Ignatieff (Liberal) asked Mr. Mark Warawa (Conservative). loaded question.The answer shifts entirely to environmental talks at COP16 instead of border negotiations or sovereignty.Canada is down at COP16. Our government seeks an outcome that reflects commitments from all major emitters and reflects the balance of the Copenhagen accord.
2. deflected
   Canada-U.S. borderMichael Ignatieff (Liberal) asked Vic Toews (Conservative). loaded question.The response mocks the secrecy premise and pivots to vague cooperation benefits without addressing negotiations.I thought it was a secret, so that was the appropriate response.
3. deflected
   Canada-U.S. borderMichael Ignatieff (Liberal) asked Vic Toews (Conservative). loaded question.The answer promotes general border cooperation but evades the specific trust and sovereignty questions.We have already taken important steps forward to ensure our borders are closed to crime and open for business.
4. partly answered
   Tobacco ProductsUjjal Dosanjh (Liberal) asked Leona Aglukkaq (Conservative). loaded question.The answer denies the CBC report and attacks the opposition but only vaguely promises a future announcement.The CBC story is simply wrong.
5. deflected
   Tobacco ProductsUjjal Dosanjh (Liberal) asked Leona Aglukkaq (Conservative). loaded question.The response lists unrelated tobacco actions and ignores lobbying or Health Canada recommendations.Our government is committed to reducing youth smoking, helping Canadians quit smoking, and addressing the pressure of contraband tobacco.
6. partly answered
   The EnvironmentMr. Gilles Duceppe (Bloc) asked Christian Paradis (Conservative). substantive question.The answer outlines the 17% reduction target and continental approach but omits tariffs or per-capita comparisons.We want to reduce greenhouse gases by 17% by 2020.
7. deflected
   The EnvironmentMr. Gilles Duceppe (Bloc) asked Christian Paradis (Conservative). substantive question.The answer repeats the need for major emitters but avoids any discussion of tariffs or export impacts.When we talk about international negotiations with other countries, the major emitters must absolutely be present, otherwise we will be wasting our time.
8. deflected
   The EnvironmentMr. Gérard Asselin (Bloc) asked Mr. Mark Warawa (Conservative). substantive question.The answer stresses the Copenhagen accord and major emitters without addressing specific disasters or domestic reductions.if the member really believes that climate change is a serious issue, he would agree with this government that all major emitters have to be part of the solution
9. deflected
   The EnvironmentMr. Gérard Asselin (Bloc) asked Mr. Mark Warawa (Conservative). substantive question.The answer discusses general climate spending and international talks but never addresses creating the requested fund.Why does the Bloc not get that?
10. partly answered
    Office of public sector integrityJack Layton (NDP) asked Stockwell Day (Conservative). substantive question.The answer acknowledges the report and notes the acting commissioner will review cases but does not explain why the Prime Minister took no earlier action.I would expect would now be reviewing all of those past cases.
11. deflected
    Office of public sector integrityJack Layton (NDP) asked Stockwell Day (Conservative). substantive question.The answer restates that the position reports to Parliament and expresses surprise at the asker instead of addressing an independent appointments commission.I really am surprised at the leader of the NDP.
12. partly answered
    Tobacco ProductsJack Layton (NDP) asked Leona Aglukkaq (Conservative). substantive question.The answer states current labels remain and mentions ongoing examination plus social media alternatives but gives no timeline for new labels.My department continues to examine the renewal of health warning messages on tobacco packaging.
13. misdirected
    Office of public sector integrityJoseph Volpe (Liberal) asked Stockwell Day (Conservative). loaded question.The answer pivots to attacking the previous Liberal government rather than addressing the request for a judicial commission.one of the things that we were afraid of with the Liberals in power was the incredible scandals that we saw talking place.
14. deflected
    Office of public sector integrityMr. Jean-Claude D'Amours (Liberal) asked Stockwell Day (Conservative). substantive question.The answer notes the resignation and upcoming appointment process but does not address reopening files or what is being hidden.The former commissioner resigned and we will start the process of appointing a new commissioner.
15. misdirected
    National DefenceDominic LeBlanc (Liberal) asked Peter MacKay (Conservative). substantive question.The answer highlights industry benefits and accuses the asker of changing position instead of clarifying the price guarantee contradiction.I do not know why the member opposite has changed his mind.
16. misdirected
    National DefenceDominic LeBlanc (Liberal) asked Peter MacKay (Conservative). substantive question.The answer defends the aircraft choice and attacks the opposition's past record rather than addressing cost control or holding a Canadian competition.I do not know why the members opposite are still taking a page out of 1993 when they cancelled the helicopter program.
17. deflected
    Office of Public sector integrityMs. Meili Faille (Bloc) asked Stockwell Day (Conservative). substantive question.The answer discusses examining recommendations but avoids committing to legislative changes.we will examine all of the Auditor General's recommendations.
18. partly answered
    Office of Public sector integrityMs. Meili Faille (Bloc) asked Stockwell Day (Conservative). substantive question.Acknowledges importance but only expresses hope without firm action.We hope that all of the cases will be examined.
19. deflected
    Employment InsuranceMr. Yves Lessard (Bloc) asked Diane Finley (Conservative). substantive question.Explains why it was cancelled but sidesteps the call to extend it.We tried this idea and it did not work.
20. deflected
    Employment InsuranceMr. Yves Lessard (Bloc) asked Diane Finley (Conservative). substantive question.Reiterates cancellation without addressing permanence.This pilot project was not a good idea and that is why we cancelled it.
21. answered
    SeniorsGerry Byrne (Liberal) asked Diane Finley (Conservative). loaded question.Clearly states the policy change has been cancelled and re-evaluations will occur.That change in policy has been cancelled.
22. answered
    SeniorsGerry Byrne (Liberal) asked Diane Finley (Conservative). loaded question.Strongly reaffirms the cancellation in response to accusations.we have cancelled this change. We have cancelled it, we have cancelled it, we have cancelled it.
23. misdirected
    SeniorsMr. Michael Savage (Liberal) asked Diane Finley (Conservative). loaded question.Defends by listing past actions and attacks opposition.
24. misdirected
    SeniorsMr. Michael Savage (Liberal) asked Diane Finley (Conservative). rhetorical question.Responds by highlighting government actions and criticizing Liberal policies.All the Liberals are trying to do is scare them. That is not right.
25. deflected
    Broadcasting and TelecommunicationsMr. Charlie Angus (NDP) asked James Moore (Conservative). substantive question.The answer states no decision has been made instead of addressing transparency or political interference.we have not yet made a decision. When we have selected someone for the position, we will make an announcement
26. deflected
    Broadcasting and TelecommunicationsMr. Charlie Angus (NDP) asked James Moore (Conservative). loaded question.The answer dismisses the premise with sarcasm and reiterates no appointment yet without engaging the qualifications claim.Word on the street is, Mr. Speaker, come on. This is the Parliament of Canada.
27. partly answered
    CopyrightMrs. Carole Lavallée (Bloc) asked James Moore (Conservative). substantive question.The answer defends the bill and addresses WIPO treaties but does not respond to the call to go back to the drawing board.yes, this bill will make Canada the number one country in the world in terms of protecting our creators from those who pirate and steal from creators.
28. misdirected
    CopyrightMrs. Carole Lavallée (Bloc) asked James Moore (Conservative). substantive question.The answer pivots to attacking opposition proposals on taxes rather than addressing the Quebec bar's concerns or compensation for creators.If that is the proposal of the Bloc Québécois, we will be against it.
29. misdirected
    Government PrioritiesMr. Kevin Lamoureux (Liberal) asked Diane Finley (Conservative). loaded question.The answer shifts to F-35 benefits instead of addressing the Prime Minister avoiding Winnipeg's north end or priorities on youth and seniors.The people of Winnipeg North also know that our bid on the F-35 planes will benefit Bristol Aerospace in Winnipeg North.
30. misdirected
    Government PrioritiesMr. Kevin Lamoureux (Liberal) asked Peter MacKay (Conservative). substantive question.The answer attacks the Liberal record on helicopters instead of explaining government priorities on health care, youth programs, or living conditions.In 1993 the Liberal Party cancelled the EH-101 contract, forcing the Canadian Forces to continue to fly ancient helicopters.
31. misdirected
    The EnvironmentMr. David Christopherson (NDP) asked Mr. Mark Warawa (Conservative). substantive question.The answer criticizes the coalition bill's targets instead of addressing Senate appointments or killing legislation passed by the House.the Liberal-NDP coalition bill would have forced Canada to diverge from the very similar targets that our government has with President Obama in the United States.
32. deflected
    PensionsMr. Wayne Marston (NDP) asked Tony Clement (Conservative). substantive question.The answer claims opposition solutions do not help and labels them rhetoric without stating what the government will do for Nortel workers.They do not help. They would be in court for years.
33. answered
    InfrastructureMrs. Lise Zarac (Liberal) asked Chuck Strahl (Conservative). substantive question.The answer directly explains the existing federal-provincial process for disaster assistance.There are processes where our officials work together to ensure we look after those citizens by working through pre-established terms and conditions that have been put in place with the Quebec government.
34. answered
    Aboriginal AffairsMr. Yvon Lévesque (Bloc) asked John Duncan (Conservative). substantive question.The answer states the bill is in final drafting and will be introduced imminently.we are in the final drafting and the member can expect that legislation imminently.
35. deflected
    The EnvironmentMr. Dennis Bevington (NDP) asked John Duncan (Conservative). loaded question.The answer justifies policy without addressing the court case or alleged waste of resources.Any plans for exploration or development would have to include measures to mitigate environmental impacts in a way that would protect the conservation values of the proposed national wildlife area.
36. misdirected
    Business of the HouseMr. David McGuinty (Liberal) asked Mr. Tom Lukiwski (Conservative). substantive question.The answer attacks the question length and Liberal motives instead of fully outlining the schedule.It is an attempt by the Liberal Party, continuous attempts by the Liberals, to obfuscate, to delay the proceedings of this House and to, quite frankly, impede the ability of government departments to get on with important government legislation.
37. misdirected
    POINTS OF ORDERMr. Pablo Rodriguez (Liberal) asked Mr. Tom Lukiwski (Conservative). substantive question.The answer focuses on criticizing question length and Liberal tactics rather than the order paper rules.
38. deflected
    POINTS OF ORDERMr. Pablo Rodriguez (Liberal) asked Mr. Dean Del Mastro (Conservative). substantive question.The answer diverts to prior offers of information instead of addressing the current point of order on question format.I offered that to him on the first day the committee met if he was interested in seeing it.