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Monday, June 17, 2013 · sitting No. 271

House limits debate on Canadian Museum of History bill

The House devoted the largest share of its sitting to debate on Bill C-49, the Canadian Museum of History Act. Government House leader Peter Van Loan moved a motion to allocate no more than five hours at report stage and five hours at third reading, after which the bill would proceed to a final vote.

Conservative MP Mike Sullivan said the repeated use of time allocation showed disregard for parliamentary process. New Democratic and Liberal members criticized the measure as an attempt to rush legislation without adequate scrutiny.

Question period featured exchanges on Senate expenses and patronage appointments, with NDP leader Thomas Mulcair and Conservative minister James Moore trading accusations over briefings given to the Prime Minister's Office about Senator Pamela Wallin's spending and the hiring of Saulie Zajdel by the heritage minister.

Decided that day

  • Bill C-49 passed to create the Canadian Museum of History

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Who held the floor · 2013-06-17

Government (Conservative)OppositionOver the day: government 48%, opposition 52% of the words spokenPrivate membersGovernment businessGovernment business▲ Government side held the floor▼ Opposition held the floorOpened 11:1013:0014:0015:0016:0017:0018:0019:0020:0021:00Last speech 23:05Time of day, Ottawa · the House sat 11 h 55 min · each dot is a stretch of debate, placed at the minute it began
70Museum bill passes, others inch forwardThe sitting devoted most time to substantive legislation, with several bills advancing stages and one passing a recorded vote. Question period produced few direct answers, yet points of order remained limited.AI-rated Score out of 100; the verdict and the answer ratings behind it are a model’s reading. How the AI rates this

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Other moments

Not Criminally Responsible Reform Act

Liberal MP Irwin Cotler raised a point of order on report stage amendments to Bill C-54, the Not Criminally Responsible Reform Act, to place on record the timing of his request for drafting assistance after clause-by-clause review at committee.

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First Nations Elections Act

Conservative MP Rob Clarke said the Indian Act electoral system had enabled corruption including cash bribes during campaigns and argued for an opt-in framework that removes ministerial review of appeals.

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Health

Liberal MP Hedy Fry said cuts to refugee health coverage had left children with asthma and epilepsy and pregnant women with toxemia without access to care and accused the government of downloading costs onto provinces.

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Labour

NDP MP Chris Charlton said an access-to-information response showed the Canada Revenue Agency had supplied language for the private member's bill on union financial disclosure and asked whether the Prime Minister's Office had directed its content.

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Question Period, exchange by exchange

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  1. deflected
    EthicsThomas Mulcair (NDP) asked James Moore (Conservative). loaded question.The answer avoids identifying who is truthful by invoking an independent audit instead.The Prime Minister has been very clear on this question and the leader of the NDP opposite knows very well that there is, of course, an independent audit and examination of this very matter going forward.
  2. partly answered
    Government AppointmentsThomas Mulcair (NDP) asked James Moore (Conservative). substantive question.The answer addresses the federal versus municipal distinction and states the legal standard but does not describe the job duties.the charges relate to municipal issues and not the federal government.
  3. misdirected
    Government AppointmentsThomas Mulcair (NDP) asked James Moore (Conservative). substantive question.The answer pivots to listing departmental achievements rather than explaining Zajdel's role.With regard to what my office has been doing proudly for the city of Montreal, we have been doing things like investing in important events like Les FrancoFolies, Festival International de Jazz, festival Juste pour rire
  4. misdirected
    Government AppointmentsMs. Megan Leslie (NDP) asked James Moore (Conservative). loaded question.The answer counters by attacking the NDP leader's past conduct instead of explaining the hiring or departure.The leader of the NDP was offered a bribe 17 years ago, which is a crime, and he did not report that bribe and that crime to the police.
  5. deflected
    EthicsMs. Megan Leslie (NDP) asked James Moore (Conservative). loaded question.The answer restates the expense rule and shifts to criticizing Liberal charity practices rather than addressing the timeline of information.Just as the ethical and responsible thing to do for any member of Parliament, for example, is to do work for charities and to give money to charities, not take money from charities.
  6. deflected
    EthicsMr. Justin Trudeau (Liberal) asked James Moore (Conservative). substantive question.The answer refuses to release the cheque and instead attacks the Liberal leader over charity payments.However, the leader of the Liberal Party does have access to a personal cheque that was given to him, for example, from the Canadian Mental Health Association that paid him.
  7. deflected
    EthicsMr. Justin Trudeau (Liberal) asked James Moore (Conservative). substantive question.The answer evades the meeting question by again attacking the Liberal leader on charity funds.He must have one in his home or in his office and he raises the bar of that thermometer of money that he personally gets from charities across the country.
  8. answered
    EthicsMr. Justin Trudeau (Liberal) asked James Moore (Conservative). substantive question.The answer directly states that the minister had no contact with Wright after resignation.no, I did not speak to Mr. Wright after he resigned.
  9. partly answered
    EthicsMr. Charlie Angus (NDP) asked James Moore (Conservative). loaded question.The answer states no contact occurred but deflects on the point person by redirecting to RCMP independence.I, the Prime Minister 's Office and the Prime Minister personally have not been contacted by the RCMP on this matter.
  10. partly answered
    Government AppointmentsMr. Charlie Angus (NDP) asked James Moore (Conservative). substantive question.The answer explains the role but does not address awareness of rumours before hiring.His job in my regional office was to do the coordination with cultural communities in the city of Montreal.
  11. answered
    Government AppointmentsMr. Alexandre Boulerice (NDP) asked James Moore (Conservative). substantive question.The answer directly states no prior knowledge of the activities under investigation.we were not aware of any of the activities related to these charges.
  12. answered
    Government AppointmentsMr. Alexandre Boulerice (NDP) asked James Moore (Conservative). loaded question.The answer directly denies any contact from law enforcement regarding the matter.no, because this investigation is related to municipal affairs near Montreal.
  13. answered
    EthicsMs. Lysane Blanchette-Lamothe (NDP) asked James Moore (Conservative). substantive question.The answer directly states no contact occurred with Nigel Wright.quite simply, the answer is no.
  14. deflected
    EthicsMs. Lysane Blanchette-Lamothe (NDP) asked James Moore (Conservative). loaded question.The answer addresses only the Senate appointment but ignores the legal advice question.Mr. Zajdel will never be appointed to the Senate.
  15. deflected
    Democratic ReformMs. Alexandrine Latendresse (NDP) asked Tim Uppal (Conservative). substantive question.The answer ignores the timeline question and attacks the NDP instead.Why do the NDP members believe they are above the law?
  16. deflected
    Democratic ReformMr. Craig Scott (NDP) asked Tim Uppal (Conservative). substantive question.The answer ignores the bill timeline and pivots to attacking the NDP on traffic laws.However, what about traffic laws?
  17. answered
    The SenateMs. Ève Péclet (NDP) asked James Moore (Conservative). substantive question.The answer directly and concisely responds to the yes/no question posed.No, Mr. Speaker, we have not spoken to them about this guide.
  18. answered
    EthicsMr. Marc Garneau (Liberal) asked James Moore (Conservative). substantive question.The answer addresses the timing of the background check directly before adding commentary.a background check in 2011 would not have revealed a charge that was levelled in 2013.
  19. misdirected
    41st General ElectionCarolyn Bennett (Liberal) asked Mr. Pierre Poilievre (Conservative). substantive question.The answer ignores the question on enforcement and instead attacks the Liberal leader.Unfortunately, her leader actually skipped out on his obligation to vote in this chamber in order to get paid a second time for a charitable appearance
  20. misdirected
    EthicsRalph Goodale (Liberal) asked James Moore (Conservative). loaded question.The answer avoids the question entirely by counter-attacking Liberals on unrelated figures.what security checks were done on Mac Harb before he was named to the Senate and took $231,000 from taxpayers?
  21. partly answered
    BullyingMr. Dany Morin (NDP) asked Rob Nicholson (Conservative). substantive question.The answer acknowledges the issue and mentions ongoing work but provides no timeline or commitment.We are working with the provinces and we will be reviewing the laws with respect to this.
  22. deflected
    BullyingMr. Robert Chisholm (NDP) asked Rob Nicholson (Conservative). substantive question.The answer restates past government actions and criticizes the NDP instead of addressing the bill.I wish, for once, we could have received the support of the New Democrats.
  23. deflected
    Citizenship and ImmigrationMs. Jinny Jogindera Sims (NDP) asked Jason Kenney (Conservative). substantive question.The answer defends the policy changes without addressing any reversal.those people whose claims are rejected as being from fake or bogus asylum claimants no longer receive federal health insurance.
  24. misdirected
    Citizenship and ImmigrationMrs. Sadia Groguhé (NDP) asked Jason Kenney (Conservative). loaded question.The answer ignores the question and attacks the NDP policy instead.what is irresponsible is the NDP policy that would force Canadian taxpayers to pay the medical expenses of bogus asylum claimants
  25. deflected
    National DefenceMs. Christine Moore (NDP) asked Kerry-Lynne D. Findlay (Conservative). loaded question.Answer discusses refuelling options and evaluations but avoids the question on open bidding.The evaluation of options being conducted by the secretariat and the Air Force is currently looking at all fighter options and Canada's requirements.
  26. deflected
    National DefenceMr. Matthew Kellway (NDP) asked Kerry-Lynne D. Findlay (Conservative). loaded question.Answer repeats refuelling points and shifts to CF-18 plan without addressing new fleet accounting.The government has a plan to replace Canada's aging CF-18 fighter fleet.
  27. misdirected
    LabourMs. Chris Charlton (NDP) asked Mr. Pierre Poilievre (Conservative). loaded question.Answer attacks NDP funding instead of addressing PMO involvement in the bill.The only ones who are opposed to it are the NDP members, because the NDP received at least $340,000 in illegal union money and it has something to hide.
  28. misdirected
    LabourMr. Yvon Godin (NDP) asked Mr. Pierre Poilievre (Conservative). loaded question.Answer focuses on polling support and NDP donations rather than CRA penalties.the New Democrats received more than $300,000 in illegal union donations.
  29. partly answered
    Government AppointmentsGerry Byrne (Liberal) asked Gail Shea (Conservative). substantive question.Answer states referral to Ethics Commissioner and that proper process is underway but does not name accountable party.I directed ACOA officials to refer the matter to the Ethics Commissioner.
  30. misdirected
    EthicsGerry Byrne (Liberal) asked James Moore (Conservative). substantive question.Answer attacks Liberal fundraising instead of providing attendance data or comparisons.Further to this list, he took $7,500 from the Nova Scotia Nature Trust.
  31. partly answered
    EmploymentMr. Matthew Dubé (NDP) asked Ms. Kellie Leitch (Conservative). substantive question.Answer cites job numbers and programs but does not address a new action plan or timeline.54,400 new jobs for young Canadians.
  32. answered
    Government AppointmentsMr. Nathan Cullen (NDP) asked James Moore (Conservative). substantive question.Answer directly cites police-defined scope of investigation to address timing concerns.It is 2006 to 2011, because the police said so this morning.
  33. partly answered
    Foreign AffairsIrwin Cotler (Liberal) asked Julian Fantino (Conservative). substantive question.Addresses aid inside Syria but ignores reunification, Swiss initiative and R2P.Our government has committed additional humanitarian assistance for people affected by the Syrian crisis, and we remain committed to saving lives and addressing the needs of those affected by the Syrian crisis both inside and outside of Syria.
  34. deflected
    HealthMr. Raymond Côté (NDP) asked Mr. Pierre Poilievre (Conservative). substantive question.States port independence without addressing the proposed plan or federal role.the Port of Quebec is an independent port authority and is responsible for managing its own operations and activities.
  35. deflected
    The EnvironmentMs. Anne Minh-Thu Quach (NDP) asked Mr. Pierre Poilievre (Conservative). loaded question.Corrects premise that the Act was environmental law but avoids demand to restore protections.the hon. member should read the Navigable Waters Protection Act. She would know that it was never an environmental protection law.
  36. deflected
    Intergovernmental RelationsMr. Jean-François Fortin (Bloc) asked Ms. Kellie Leitch (Conservative). substantive question.Promotes federal training focus without committing to renew existing Quebec agreements.We are focused on creating jobs for Canadians and on providing them with the training they need to acquire those jobs.
  37. partly answered
    Citizenship and ImmigrationMrs. Maria Mourani (Bloc) asked Jason Kenney (Conservative). substantive question.Notes general processing progress but cites workload without addressing the specific 17 cases.I am sorry, but I am not a fast-food joint, and I cannot give answers to such complex cases in just a few hours.