NDP seeks to delete clauses from Northwest Territories devolution bill

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1. answered
   Democratic ReformThomas Mulcair (NDP) asked Stephen Harper (Conservative). loaded question.The answer directly denies the premise of a gag order and cites requirements to report.Mr. Speaker, there is no such thing.
2. misdirected
   Democratic ReformThomas Mulcair (NDP) asked Stephen Harper (Conservative). loaded question.The answer attacks the NDP for opposing the bill before reading it instead of addressing the fraud claim.The difficulty here is the NDP, as its spokesman conceded, decided to oppose the bill before reading it.
3. partly answered
   Democratic ReformThomas Mulcair (NDP) asked Stephen Harper (Conservative). substantive question.The answer explains the general rationale for fundraising rules but does not address the specific subsection quoted.Internal operations and the normal operations of raising money would obviously not be part of the expenses that one would incur in terms of communicating with the broader public.
4. misdirected
   Democratic ReformThomas Mulcair (NDP) asked Stephen Harper (Conservative). loaded question.The answer pivots to accusing the NDP of illegal union funding rather than addressing the fundraising provision.The cheating that we have seen was the NDP using union money that it is not allowed to use under the act, and that will continue to be illegal.
5. deflected
   41st General ElectionThomas Mulcair (NDP) asked Stephen Harper (Conservative). loaded question.The answer begins to refute the premise but is cut off and does not fully engage the robocalls or Senate appointments.Mr. Speaker, once again, of course, that is not true.
6. deflected
   Intergovernmental RelationsMr. Justin Trudeau (Liberal) asked Stephen Harper (Conservative). substantive question.The answer shifts to general transfer funding and job record instead of addressing the stalled job grant agreement with provinces.unlike the party opposite, this party has increased funding for health, post-secondary education, and the major transfers to the provinces, unlike the Liberal Party of Canada.
7. deflected
   Government AdvertisingMr. Justin Trudeau (Liberal) asked Stephen Harper (Conservative). substantive question.The answer pivots to stakeholder support and mocks Liberal policies rather than committing on Olympic advertising.If the Liberals have no policies and therefore no policies to advertise, that really is their problem.
8. deflected
   Government AdvertisingMr. Justin Trudeau (Liberal) asked Stephen Harper (Conservative). substantive question.The answer reiterates job creation benefits but does not address the request to avoid advertising unready programs during the Olympics.We have the best track record for job creation in the G7, and we intend to make sure that people always know about the services available to them.
9. answered
   Democratic ReformMs. Chris Charlton (NDP) asked Pierre Poilievre (Conservative). loaded question.Answer directly counters premise and explains security rationale for the change.It is a rather new phenomenon and a quite unsecure one.
10. answered
    Democratic ReformMs. Chris Charlton (NDP) asked Pierre Poilievre (Conservative). loaded question.Answer rejects premise and lists multiple ID options plus new voting day for youth.I have a list in my hands of the eligible ID that people can use, and it does include the student ID card.
11. answered
    Democratic ReformMs. Ève Péclet (NDP) asked Pierre Poilievre (Conservative). loaded question.Answer cites specific sections showing CEO must report publicly, while attacking questioner's preparation.this is the problem that arises when the NDP members take a stance on a bill that they have never read.
12. answered
    Democratic ReformMs. Ève Péclet (NDP) asked Pierre Poilievre (Conservative). loaded question.Answer cites statute and appointment process proving independence from minister.all that member has to do to know that she is factually wrong is read section 2 of the Director of Public Prosecutions Act
13. answered
    Democratic ReformMs. Alexandrine Latendresse (NDP) asked Pierre Poilievre (Conservative). loaded question.Answer rejects premise by noting student cards are allowed and cites fraud examples.An episode of the television program Infoman showed two people voting twice with these cards.
14. answered
    Democratic ReformMs. Alexandrine Latendresse (NDP) asked Pierre Poilievre (Conservative). loaded question.Answer corrects interpretation and explains focus on basic voting information for youth.The purpose of those changes is to focus Elections Canada's purchased advertising on the basics of voting: where, when, and what ID to bring.
15. partly answered
    Democratic ReformMs. Alexandrine Latendresse (NDP) asked Pierre Poilievre (Conservative). loaded question.Answer addresses reporting requirement but does not engage research or survey ban claim.according to sections 533, 534 and 535 of the Canada Elections Act, the Chief Electoral Officer will not only be authorized to continue to communicate with Canadians, he will be required to do so.
16. deflected
    Democratic ReformMr. Craig Scott (NDP) asked Pierre Poilievre (Conservative). loaded question.Answer quotes Neufeld on error rates but ignores distinction between irregularities and fraud risk.Serious errors, of a type courts consider "irregularities" that can contribute to an election being overturned, were found to occur in 12 percent of all Election Day cases involving voter registration, and 42 percent of cases involving identity vouching.
17. deflected
    Democratic ReformMr. Craig Scott (NDP) asked Pierre Poilievre (Conservative). substantive question.The answer discusses irregularities from the Neufeld report instead of addressing the constitutional question on removing vouching.These irregularities occurred in over 50,000 cases across the entire country.
18. deflected
    The EconomyMs. Chrystia Freeland (Liberal) asked Mr. Andrew Saxton (Conservative). substantive question.The answer cautions on interest rates and criticizes opposition voting records rather than explaining the debt buildup.Our priority is ensuring that Canadians can make informed financial decisions, unlike the NDP and the Liberals, who have voted against every single piece of consumer protection legislation our government has introduced.
19. deflected
    The EconomyMr. Emmanuel Dubourg (Liberal) asked Mr. Andrew Saxton (Conservative). substantive question.The answer lists past actions like tax cuts and criticizes Liberals instead of addressing the household debt increase.Unlike the Liberals, who voted against every consumer protection law we introduced, we are standing up for consumers.
20. deflected
    The EconomyDominic LeBlanc (Liberal) asked Mr. Andrew Saxton (Conservative). substantive question.The answer promotes the upcoming budget and urges patience rather than addressing infrastructure delays in New Brunswick.I encourage the member opposite to be patient.
21. partly answered
    International TradeMr. Don Davies (NDP) asked Ed Fast (Conservative). substantive question.The answer disputes the premise with positive export and job stats but does not explain policy failures.In fact, this past year, Canada's exports went up by 3.2%, almost $15 billion, and our trade deficit dropped by almost $3 billion.
22. misdirected
    International TradeMr. Don Davies (NDP) asked Ed Fast (Conservative). loaded question.The answer attacks the NDP's trade record instead of addressing the current account deficit or export performance.This is the party that has opposed virtually every trade agreement this government has ever signed.
23. partly answered
    Intergovernmental RelationsMrs. Sadia Groguhé (NDP) asked Candice Bergen (Conservative). substantive question.The answer mentions future discussions and past investments but does not confirm consultation plans for labour market agreements.That is why we look forward to having open and productive discussions with our counterparts at the end of February.
24. deflected
    Intergovernmental RelationsMrs. Sadia Groguhé (NDP) asked Candice Bergen (Conservative). substantive question.The answer criticizes the opposition's plans instead of addressing cooperation on labour market development agreements.the fact is that the opposition has no plans for skills development, except for raising taxes on everyday Canadians
25. deflected
    Rail TransportationMr. Philip Toone (NDP) asked Lisa Raitt (Conservative). substantive question.The answer avoids confirming the announcement or outlining any plan by emphasizing VIA Rail's independence.VIA Rail is an independent crown corporation. They make decisions based upon their operating parameters.
26. misdirected
    Rail TransportationMr. Yvon Godin (NDP) asked Lisa Raitt (Conservative). loaded question.The answer attacks the questioner for fearmongering instead of addressing the status of rail service.it is very helpful to have actual facts on the floor here as opposed to the fearmongering the opposition is taking part in.
27. partly answered
    Canada PostMrs. Djaouida Sellah (NDP) asked Lisa Raitt (Conservative). substantive question.The answer addresses the rationale for the five-point plan but does not explain why the report was kept secret.if Canada Post continued on the path it was on prior to its five-point plan, it would have lost $1 billion by 2020.
28. deflected
    Canada PostMr. Jean-François Larose (NDP) asked Lisa Raitt (Conservative). substantive question.The answer defends the five-point plan and cites facts but does not address the censored report or dismissed rescue plan.They have a five-point plan. It is their plan. It is a plan supported by the Conference Board of Canada's report as well
29. misdirected
    Veterans AffairsMs. Judy Foote (Liberal) asked Julian Fantino (Conservative). loaded question.The answer highlights budget increases and dismisses the opposition rather than addressing office closures or priorities.we have demonstrated over many years the regard we have for our veterans in the support we have shown them.
30. partly answered
    Democratic ReformMr. Kevin Lamoureux (Liberal) asked Pierre Poilievre (Conservative). substantive question.The answer addresses committee study and the act's goals but does not commit to unlimited debate or cross-country hearings.the committee will do plenty of study and hear from plenty of witnesses from all quarters of Canada
31. deflected
    Citizenship and ImmigrationMs. Rathika Sitsabaiesan (NDP) asked Chris Alexander (Conservative). substantive question.The answer discusses system reforms and reductions but does not address the specific deportation or family separation.We cannot comment on specific cases, but we can confirm to the House what Canadians already know, which is that the reform of our asylum system has been a tremendous success
32. deflected
    Citizenship and ImmigrationMs. Isabelle Morin (NDP) asked Steven Blaney (Conservative). substantive question.The answer notes general processes and court rulings but does not address actions to keep the individual in Canada.In this case, although I cannot comment any further, the court has ruled, as we know.
33. deflected
    The EnvironmentMr. Scott Simms (Liberal) asked Gail Shea (Conservative). substantive question.The answer details monitoring actions taken but avoids addressing the request for a long-term solution.The Coast Guard is monitoring this situation closely and will take any necessary steps to protect the environment.
34. misdirected
    Public Works and Government ServicesMr. Pat Martin (NDP) asked Mr. Ted Opitz (Conservative). substantive question.The answer ignores the question entirely and pivots to an unrelated topic about taxes and business rankings.my constituents in Etobicoke Centre know that lower taxes makes Canada's economy stronger and creates quality, high-paying jobs.
35. deflected
    Foreign InvestmentMr. Dennis Bevington (NDP) asked Joe Oliver (Conservative). substantive question.The answer discusses regulatory processes and safety but does not address the specific loophole on lease transfers.we rely on our regulatory authorities to determine what projects should go ahead.
36. partly answered
    Intergovernmental RelationsMr. Jean-François Fortin (Bloc) asked Candice Bergen (Conservative). substantive question.The answer acknowledges discussions with the Quebec minister but sidesteps the specific complaint about unreturned calls and the wrong number.the Minister of Employment and Social Development did indicate yesterday that he has had good discussions with his Quebec counterpoint, Minister Maltais