Commons debates aviation security and Panama trade bills

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Question Period, exchange by exchange

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1. deflected
   Canada-U.S. RelationsMichael Ignatieff (Liberal) asked Lawrence Cannon (Conservative). substantive question.The answer emphasizes economic priorities without addressing secrecy or sovereignty questions.Since we took office we have been focused on creating jobs and economic growth through free, open and secure borders.
2. deflected
   Canada-U.S. RelationsMichael Ignatieff (Liberal) asked Lawrence Cannon (Conservative). substantive question.The answer repeats general economic claims and avoids the secrecy issue raised.Since we came into office, this has been one of our main objectives, whether it involved resolving the softwood lumber dispute or resolving issues passed on by the previous government.
3. misdirected
   Canada-U.S. RelationsMichael Ignatieff (Liberal) asked Lawrence Cannon (Conservative). loaded question.The answer attacks critics including the opposition rather than addressing the negotiation secrecy.Yes, the usual critics will bellyache.
4. misdirected
   National DefenceMr. Marc Garneau (Liberal) asked Peter MacKay (Conservative). substantive question.The answer questions the asker's motives toward the aerospace industry instead of explaining the procurement process.Why is it that the member from a region of Montreal is demonstrating contempt for the aerospace industry in his own region?
5. deflected
   National DefenceMr. Marc Garneau (Liberal) asked Peter MacKay (Conservative). loaded question.The answer details project costs without addressing the claim of a secret U.S. agreement influencing the purchase.
6. partly answered
   Foreign AffairsMr. Gilles Duceppe (Bloc) asked Lawrence Cannon (Conservative). substantive question.The answer supports an orderly transition but does not state a demand for Mubarak to step down.It is extremely important to be able to proceed with an orderly transition that will result in democratic institutional reforms as well as free elections under the supervision of international observers.
7. misdirected
   Foreign AffairsMr. Gilles Duceppe (Bloc) asked Lawrence Cannon (Conservative). loaded question.The answer accuses the Bloc of being out of step rather than clarifying the government's position on Mubarak.The Bloc members are the ones who are out of step with the debate and not keeping up with this issue.
8. answered
   Foreign AffairsMr. Jean Dorion (Bloc) asked Lawrence Cannon (Conservative). substantive question.The answer directly states ongoing work with Tunisian authorities to freeze assets.The government is currently working closely with the Tunisian government authorities.
9. deflected
   Foreign AffairsMr. Jean Dorion (Bloc) asked Lawrence Cannon (Conservative). loaded question.The answer denies the accusation but pivots to describing ongoing reviews instead of addressing asset freezing.Mr. Speaker, not at all. That is not how it works.
10. misdirected
    Conservative Party of CanadaJack Layton (NDP) asked John Baird (Conservative). loaded question.The answer ignores the question about talks with the Bloc and instead attacks the NDP coalition.I hope the coalition over there is not coming apart at the seams.
11. misdirected
    Conservative Party of CanadaJack Layton (NDP) asked John Baird (Conservative). rhetorical question.The answer sidesteps the point about negotiating with the Bloc and attacks the NDP on crime legislation.What we have been incredibly frustrated with is that the NDP and its coalition partners have been standing in the way of so much important legislation to get tough on crime
12. deflected
    Conservative Party of CanadaJack Layton (NDP) asked John Baird (Conservative). rhetorical question.The answer avoids the dancing-with-Bloc question and pivots to past legislation and upcoming budget priorities.I can say that the first thing I did in this Parliament was to work with the NDP to pass the Federal Accountability Act.
13. partly answered
    PensionsMs. Siobhan Coady (Liberal) asked Ted Menzies (Conservative). loaded question.The answer rejects expanding CPP but explains the pooled plan alternative without addressing the Prime Minister quote.We want help Canadian families and help those people who want to prepare for their retirement.
14. deflected
    PensionsMs. Siobhan Coady (Liberal) asked Ted Menzies (Conservative). loaded question.The answer defends the existing CPP but ignores the question about the minister's multiple pensions and the Prime Minister's opposition.It is important that we look at the big picture and how we can help Canadians save for their retirement.
15. deflected
    Child CareMr. Michael Savage (Liberal) asked Diane Finley (Conservative). loaded question.The answer promotes the universal child care benefit but does not address the EI tribunal or parental benefits cuts.We believe that parents are the best ones to decide who will, and how to, raise their children and where.
16. deflected
    Child CareMr. Michael Savage (Liberal) asked Diane Finley (Conservative). loaded question.The answer reiterates support for parental choice but avoids instructing lawyers or clarifying the government's position on extended benefits.We support families 7 days a week, 365 days a year.
17. deflected
    HaitiMs. Johanne Deschamps (Bloc) asked Ms. Lois Brown (Conservative). loaded question.The answer defends the overall Haiti response without addressing whether funds are new or involve accounting tricks.we have nothing to apologize for in our response to the earthquake in Haiti.
18. deflected
    HaitiMs. Johanne Deschamps (Bloc) asked Ms. Lois Brown (Conservative). substantive question.The answer emphasizes ongoing work and long-term commitment but does not explain the pace or amount of funds transferred.There is no quick fix solution, but I can assure Canadians that we are in Haiti for the long haul and we are making a difference.
19. deflected
    Canada-U.S. BorderMrs. Maria Mourani (Bloc) asked Lawrence Cannon (Conservative). substantive question.The answer shifts to general trade priorities and border volume without addressing transparency or ongoing talks.In that respect, I remind hon. members that nearly $1.6 billion worth of Canadian goods and services are traded across the U.S. border daily.
20. deflected
    Canada-U.S. BorderMrs. Maria Mourani (Bloc) asked Vic Toews (Conservative). loaded question.The answer praises CBSA operations without addressing specific border closures or the minister's lack of response.We look at each situation and make the determination as to how taxpayer money is best spent.
21. deflected
    TaxationNavdeep Bains (Liberal) asked Rob Moore (Conservative). loaded question.The answer attacks the prior Liberal record on red tape instead of addressing payroll tax changes or impacts on women entrepreneurs.We are creating an entrepreneurial advantage here in Canada by reducing taxes, providing access to capital and reducing the red tape that his party piled up during its 13 years in government.
22. partly answered
    TaxationNavdeep Bains (Liberal) asked Diane Finley (Conservative). substantive question.The answer addresses support measures for small businesses and self-employed EI access but does not engage the comparison on corporate tax cuts.The other thing we have done is that for the first time we have made it possible for the self-employed to access, on a voluntary basis, EI special benefits so that if they become sick, if a member of their family needs their help, if they become pregnant, they will have access to those special benefits, just like anyone else.
23. partly answered
    Human ResourcesMrs. Alexandra Mendes (Liberal) asked Diane Finley (Conservative). substantive question.The answer lists EI benefits introduced but does not address post-secondary or caregiver supports for women entrepreneurs.That is why we introduced special employment insurance benefits to give them access to sickness, compassionate care and maternity benefits.
24. misdirected
    Human ResourcesMrs. Alexandra Mendes (Liberal) asked Diane Finley (Conservative). substantive question.The answer attacks the prior Liberal government on settlement funding instead of addressing skilled labour shortages or new Canadian unemployment rates.For 10 long years the Liberals froze the settlement fund that was intended to help newcomers get over the barriers of being new in Canada, of learning how to get to work.
25. deflected
    The EnvironmentMs. Linda Duncan (NDP) asked Peter Kent (Conservative). substantive question.Answer challenges the questioner's research and restates government actions without addressing the reported gap or broken promises.I would urge my hon. colleague to be more diligent and prudent in her research.
26. deflected
    The EnvironmentMs. Linda Duncan (NDP) asked Peter Kent (Conservative). substantive question.Answer challenges the questioner's research and pivots to praising oil sands development instead of addressing health or environmental cleanup.I would challenge my hon. colleague's research.
27. partly answered
    Harmonization of Sales TaxesMr. Daniel Paillé (Bloc) asked Jim Flaherty (Conservative). substantive question.Answer acknowledges ongoing discussions and challenges with Quebec but does not explain the specific irritant of financial services tax treatment.this is one of the many challenges that have arisen over the course of discussions between the Government of Canada and the Government of Quebec.
28. deflected
    Harmonization of Sales TaxesMr. Daniel Paillé (Bloc) asked Jim Flaherty (Conservative). substantive question.Answer states discussions occur only with governments and lists unresolved issues without addressing Quebec's tax policies on evasion or contraband.our discussions on harmonization issues take place with other governments, not with opposition parties here.
29. answered
    Telecommunications IndustryMr. Anthony Rota (Liberal) asked Tony Clement (Conservative). substantive question.Answer directly states the CRTC decision is unacceptable and will be reversed to protect consumers and businesses.It is unacceptable that this decision stands, and we will reverse the decision, or the CRTC will reverse the decision.
30. misdirected
    Telecommunications IndustryMr. Anthony Rota (Liberal) asked Tony Clement (Conservative). loaded question.Answer pivots to defending rural broadband spending and attacks the opposition instead of addressing reversing the CRTC decision or internet openness.The members on the other side can produce all the sound and fury they want, but it simply signifies nothing.
31. deflected
    Canada-U.S. RelationsMr. Paul Dewar (NDP) asked Lawrence Cannon (Conservative). substantive question.Answer restates priorities on defending interests and economic growth without addressing secrecy, parliamentary consultation, or Privacy Commissioner access.we have always indicated that our first priority is to be able to defend Canada's interests.
32. deflected
    Canada-U.S. RelationsMr. Brian Masse (NDP) asked Vic Toews (Conservative). substantive question.Answer discusses border efficiency and security priorities without addressing specific US criticisms, fee increases, or delays at the border.the efficiency and security of our shared border remains our priority.
33. misdirected
    InfrastructureWayne Easter (Liberal) asked Chuck Strahl (Conservative). substantive question.The answer discusses options but ends by attacking the questioner personally instead of committing to funding.the one thing we are looking at as well next time is trying to find a way to get the member involved in this issue, because he has been nowhere.
34. answered
    The EnvironmentMr. Bernard Bigras (Bloc) asked Peter Kent (Conservative). loaded question.The minister directly corrects the premise and restates the government's emissions targets and actions.Our government is firmly on track to reduce total greenhouse gas emissions by 17% below 2005 levels by 2020.
35. misdirected
    TransportMs. Olivia Chow (NDP) asked Chuck Strahl (Conservative). substantive question.The response notes infrastructure spending but pivots to criticizing the member's unrelated position on the Toronto airport.Why is the member almost exclusively and all by herself the only one against improving transit to the Toronto downtown airport?
36. answered
    Public SafetyHelena Guergis (Independent) asked Vic Toews (Conservative). substantive question.The answer supplies screening timelines and offers to collaborate on efficiency improvements.Ninety per cent of the checks are done within 30 days.
37. partly answered
    Business of the HouseMr. David McGuinty (Liberal) asked John Baird (Conservative). substantive question.The reply addresses Bill C-49 but omits allotted days and accuses the opposition of wanting to kill the bill.I know that when it comes to Bill C-49 , the Liberal House leader and his caucus want to kill Bill C-49.
38. deflected
    Points of OrderWayne Easter (Liberal) asked John Baird (Conservative). substantive question.The response shifts focus to blaming the prior Liberal government rather than addressing the cable cancellation.The reality is that the Liberals had four terms and could not get it done.