Conservatives limit debate on fair elections bill to three days

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Question Period, exchange by exchange

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1. partly answered
   Aboriginal AffairsThomas Mulcair (NDP) asked Bernard Valcourt (Conservative). substantive question.The answer discusses partnership and reform but does not commit to closing the funding gap in the 2014 budget.funding will not replace reform, but it will accompany it when we have an agreement with first nations as to a legislative framework that can meet both our objectives.
2. misdirected
   Public Service of CanadaThomas Mulcair (NDP) asked Tony Clement (Conservative). substantive question.The answer defends the claim and attacks the NDP instead of addressing the request for an apology.When will the NDP do the same?
3. misdirected
   Public Service of CanadaThomas Mulcair (NDP) asked Tony Clement (Conservative). substantive question.The answer justifies the position and attacks union bosses rather than addressing the accusation of smearing public servants.The union bosses the NDP deals with, they do not want to meet with me, but I am going to go--
4. deflected
   Democratic ReformThomas Mulcair (NDP) asked Pierre Poilievre (Conservative). rhetorical question.The answer explains the amendment but sidesteps the question about whether the Senate veto reflects their idea of democracy.Now, the NDP tried electronic voting at its very convention and could not make it work.
5. deflected
   Democratic ReformThomas Mulcair (NDP) asked Pierre Poilievre (Conservative). rhetorical question.The answer explains the provision but avoids addressing the claim that the bill is designed to preserve Conservative tactics via the Senate.We will never apologize for putting Parliament in charge or for protecting the voting system.
6. deflected
   The BudgetMr. Emmanuel Dubourg (Liberal) asked Kevin Sorenson (Conservative). substantive question.The answer restates the government's economic plan without addressing whether the $3-billion hole will be filled.we have a long-term economic plan that includes helping families save money.
7. deflected
   The BudgetRalph Goodale (Liberal) asked Mr. Peter Braid (Conservative). loaded question.The answer corrects the premise about the fund but does not say whether the budget will fill the infrastructure hole.It is this Conservative government that has made unprecedented investments in infrastructure, investments that have nearly tripled since 2006.
8. misdirected
   The BudgetRalph Goodale (Liberal) asked Kevin Sorenson (Conservative). loaded question.The answer attacks the Liberals' voting record instead of addressing whether the budget will fix the listed economic problems.The Liberals have voted against every job-creation measure our government has put forward, including freezing the EI rates to provide certainty and flexibility for employers and employees
9. deflected
   Citizenship and ImmigrationMs. Rosane Doré Lefebvre (NDP) asked Mr. Costas Menegakis (Conservative). substantive question.The answer promotes the bill's goals without addressing past mistakes or working with experts.We are taking action to further strengthen that pride and the value of citizenship in this country with the first comprehensive reforms to the Citizenship Act since 1977.
10. misdirected
    Citizenship and ImmigrationMr. Andrew Cash (NDP) asked Mr. Costas Menegakis (Conservative). substantive question.The answer attacks the NDP's position instead of addressing calls to drop rhetoric and make real changes.The NDP position is shameful. It is patently irresponsible.
11. deflected
    Democratic ReformMs. Nycole Turmel (NDP) asked Pierre Poilievre (Conservative). loaded question.The answer discusses debate process and bill benefits but avoids the question about avoiding phone call issues.The fair elections act would ensure that our democracy rests in the hands of everyday Canadians by putting special interest groups on the sidelines and rule breakers right out of business.
12. deflected
    Democratic ReformMs. Nycole Turmel (NDP) asked Pierre Poilievre (Conservative). substantive question.The answer explains voter issues and customer service but does not address limiting the Chief Electoral Officer's opinions.The way we help them to vote is by providing better customer service.
13. deflected
    Democratic ReformMs. Chris Charlton (NDP) asked Pierre Poilievre (Conservative). substantive question.The answer defends the bill's approach to information but ignores blocking outreach and education efforts.since Elections Canada began its promotional campaigns, voter turnout has plummeted from 75% to 61%.
14. partly answered
    Democratic ReformMs. Chris Charlton (NDP) asked Pierre Poilievre (Conservative). substantive question.The answer addresses sending the bill to committee and mentions amendments but does not commit to fixing all problems.Then we will send the matter to committee after it is voted on at second reading, at which time members can consider it and send it back for yet more debate in the House of Commons.
15. deflected
    Democratic ReformMr. Matthew Dubé (NDP) asked Pierre Poilievre (Conservative). substantive question.The answer focuses on information gaps for youth but avoids why politicians alone should encourage voting over Elections Canada.Our bill will give them that information.
16. deflected
    Democratic ReformMr. Matthew Dubé (NDP) asked Pierre Poilievre (Conservative). loaded question.The answer clarifies roles and criticizes past efforts but does not address ignoring outreach problems or attacking Elections Canada.the referee in elections is the Commissioner of Elections Canada.
17. deflected
    Democratic ReformMr. Jonathan Genest-Jourdain (NDP) asked Pierre Poilievre (Conservative). loaded question.Answer shifts to voter information without addressing removal of vouching or Elections Canada cards.The bill before the House will help aboriginal people receive complete information on voting opportunities.
18. deflected
    The BudgetMr. Marc Garneau (Liberal) asked Kevin Sorenson (Conservative). loaded question.Answer cites external praise instead of responding to specific budget criticisms like job program or tax increases.The IMF recognizes it. The OECD recognizes it. Bloomberg says that Canada is the second best place in the world to do business.
19. partly answered
    National DefenceMs. Joyce Murray (Liberal) asked Rob Nicholson (Conservative). loaded question.Answer directly denies the claim and lists investments but opens with personal attack on the questioner.
20. answered
    Democratic ReformMr. Scott Simms (Liberal) asked Pierre Poilievre (Conservative). substantive question.Answer lists existing and new powers of the commissioner in direct response to the yes-or-no request on judicial compulsion.We are giving the commissioner new power by making it an offence to obstruct his investigations or to lie to one of his investigators.
21. deflected
    Aboriginal AffairsMs. Peggy Nash (NDP) asked Bernard Valcourt (Conservative). substantive question.Answer refers back to a prior exchange and discusses framework without committing to specific budget funding numbers.maybe the member missed the question of her leader, which was the first question I answered.
22. deflected
    Aboriginal AffairsMs. Peggy Nash (NDP) asked Bernard Valcourt (Conservative). substantive question.Answer pivots to general economic priorities without addressing specific education or other funding commitments.What matters are jobs, economic growth and long-term prosperity.
23. answered
    Canada-U.S. RelationsMr. Murray Rankin (NDP) asked Kevin Sorenson (Conservative). substantive question.Answer explains the agreement's protections and concessions in response to the privacy concern.Canadian banks will not report information directly to the IRS.
24. answered
    Canada-U.S. RelationsMr. Murray Rankin (NDP) asked Kevin Sorenson (Conservative). substantive question.Answer directly addresses constitutionality concerns by stating no new taxes and no assistance with penalties.the agreement will not impose any new or higher taxes, and the CRA will not assist the IRS in the collection of United States' tax penalties.
25. deflected
    Agriculture and Agri-foodMr. Malcolm Allen (NDP) asked Gerry Ritz (Conservative). substantive question.The answer discusses ongoing collaboration but avoids any commitment to specific action or timeline.we continue to work with Prairie grain farmers on all aspects of the supply chain in working on a way forward to come up with a plan to do just that.
26. partly answered
    Agriculture and Agri-foodMs. Linda Duncan (NDP) asked Gerry Ritz (Conservative). substantive question.The answer explains railway challenges and upcoming plans but stops short of confirming enforcement measures.they are coming forward in the next couple of weeks with a plan, as are the grain industry and farmers themselves
27. deflected
    National DefenceMr. Jack Harris (NDP) asked Rob Nicholson (Conservative). substantive question.The answer highlights existing support programs without addressing the firing policy or ombudsman recommendations.we created the JPSU, the joint personnel support unit, for the purpose of reaching out to these individuals
28. deflected
    National DefenceMs. Élaine Michaud (NDP) asked Rob Nicholson (Conservative). substantive question.The answer lists clinics and investments but does not justify or reconcile the universality of service policy.I would also point out that there are now 29 clinics across Canada from Esquimalt to Halifax.
29. answered
    Agriculture and Agri-foodMark Eyking (Liberal) asked Gerry Ritz (Conservative). substantive question.The answer directly confirms recent engagement with dairy farmers on their concerns.I spent 45 minutes this morning doing just that, directly with the dairy farmers.
30. misdirected
    Agriculture and Agri-foodMr. Kevin Lamoureux (Liberal) asked Gerry Ritz (Conservative). substantive question.The answer attacks the opposition's record and insults the member rather than addressing legislative changes.I am not sure that the member from Winnipeg would know a pile of wheat if he stumbled over it.
31. deflected
    Natural ResourcesMr. Peter Julian (NDP) asked Joe Oliver (Conservative). loaded question.The answer refuses to engage with the premise by deferring any comment until a later decision.we will not comment until then.
32. deflected
    Natural ResourcesMr. Nathan Cullen (NDP) asked Joe Oliver (Conservative). substantive question.The answer avoids the question by stating it cannot comment until a final decision is made.our government cannot comment on this report and will not until we make a final decision.
33. deflected
    International DevelopmentMs. Kirsty Duncan (Liberal) asked Ms. Lois Brown (Conservative). loaded question.The answer ignores the specific budget commitment request and pivots to unrelated praise of development efforts.Canadians can be very proud of the fact that we are making a difference in the lives of people around the world.
34. deflected
    Public SafetyMs. Jinny Jogindera Sims (NDP) asked Steven Blaney (Conservative). loaded question.The answer avoids any timeline or commitment on police numbers and instead calls for general support.what would be great is if, when we are implementing our measures and our agenda to make this country safer for Canadians, we could get the support of Canadians.
35. deflected
    Rail TransportationMrs. Carol Hughes (NDP) asked Lisa Raitt (Conservative). loaded question.The answer begins by praising another MP instead of addressing the rail funding reversal request.the member of Parliament, my colleague from Sault Ste. Marie , has been doing an excellent job—
36. deflected
    Democratic ReformMr. André Bellavance (Bloc) asked Pierre Poilievre (Conservative). loaded question.The answer thanks the asker and references committee study without explaining the position change on face coverings.The fair elections act will protect the integrity of our votes and elections.
37. answered
    Business of the HouseMr. Philip Toone (NDP) asked Peter Van Loan (Conservative). loaded question.The answer directly states the planned House business for the coming days despite the surrounding accusations.this afternoon we will continue to the second of our four days of second reading debate on Bill C-23 .