NDP motion seeks reversal of CBC funding cuts amid supply day debate

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Question Period, exchange by exchange

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1. answered
   Citizenship and ImmigrationThomas Mulcair (NDP) asked Tim Uppal (Conservative). loaded question.The answer directly corrects the premise by stating the Prime Minister officially apologized.the Prime Minister was the first prime minister to officially apologize for what happened to the passengers of the Komagata Maru on behalf of all Canadians.
2. deflected
   JusticeThomas Mulcair (NDP) asked Mr. Robert Goguen (Conservative). substantive question.The response discusses the appointment process instead of addressing awareness of the resignation request.the process that was followed was an open and democratic process, which was followed by all three parties.
3. deflected
   JusticeThomas Mulcair (NDP) asked Mr. Robert Goguen (Conservative). substantive question.Avoids a direct guarantee by restating respect for the court's decision.we followed a well established procedure and we will respect the Supreme Court's decision.
4. answered
   Citizenship and ImmigrationThomas Mulcair (NDP) asked Chris Alexander (Conservative). loaded question.Directly addresses the policy change and who qualifies for the program.we have been very clear about who will receive and who will not receive the interim federal health care program following our reform of the asylum system.
5. misdirected
   Citizenship and ImmigrationThomas Mulcair (NDP) asked Chris Alexander (Conservative). rhetorical question.Responds by questioning the opposition's stance rather than affirming their own position.is it really the position of the Leader of the Opposition that anyone who comes to Canada—and 10 million people come a year—should receive provincial health care?
6. partly answered
   EmploymentMr. Justin Trudeau (Liberal) asked Jason Kenney (Conservative). substantive question.Provides some explanation of issues but shifts to criticizing the Liberal Party's inconsistency.we have been clear that we will further tighten the program to prevent abuse of it and also to prevent distortions of the Canadian labour market.
7. deflected
   EmploymentMr. Justin Trudeau (Liberal) asked Chris Alexander (Conservative). substantive question.Highlights existing achievements instead of confirming inclusion of specific proposals.thanks to the changes that this government has made, and especially those made by my colleague, the Minister of Employment and Social Development , when he was in this portfolio, we have fewer backlogs, we have faster immigration in our country
8. partly answered
   EmploymentMr. Justin Trudeau (Liberal) asked Jason Kenney (Conservative). substantive question.Mentions additional reforms but focuses on rejecting advice from the opposition member.as I said, the additional reforms will rectify the goal of the program and the situations that are problematic for Canada's labour market.
9. partly answered
   Citizenship and ImmigrationMs. Ève Péclet (NDP) asked Chris Alexander (Conservative). loaded question.Answer admits error and apologizes but ignores the accusation of deliberate lying.that was a statement issued by my department that never should have been issued. I apologized to Mr. Selliah.
10. misdirected
    Citizenship and ImmigrationMr. Charlie Angus (NDP) asked Chris Alexander (Conservative). loaded question.Answer deflects by attacking the NDP instead of addressing responsibility for the attack.Will the New Democrats apologize for having misused taxpayer money in Montreal and elsewhere?
11. misdirected
    EthicsMr. Charlie Angus (NDP) asked Mr. Paul Calandra (Conservative). loaded question.Answer ignores the question about Carson and instead attacks the NDP on unrelated spending.while I have the floor, I want to congratulate the member for Kitchener Centre , who today tried to extract some accountability from the Leader of the Opposition with respect to some $3 million worth of taxpayer money
12. misdirected
    EthicsMs. Ève Péclet (NDP) asked Mr. Paul Calandra (Conservative). loaded question.Answer evades the vetting question and pivots to attacking the NDP on candidate and spending issues.out of sight and out of mind is what the NDP members described of their last candidates in the Quebec election.
13. deflected
    Citizenship and ImmigrationMrs. Sadia Groguhé (NDP) asked Chris Alexander (Conservative). substantive question.Answer restates policy on genuine refugees but does not address the reported doubling of hospitalizations.The interim federal health program is intended for genuine refugees.
14. deflected
    Citizenship and ImmigrationMs. Libby Davies (NDP) asked Chris Alexander (Conservative). substantive question.Answer claims all refugees receive care and attacks the member rather than addressing the hospitalization data.will the member apologize for her lack of understanding of the refugee system, of the asylum system?
15. deflected
    Citizenship and ImmigrationMs. Libby Davies (NDP) asked Chris Alexander (Conservative). substantive question.Answer repeats the policy line and accuses the member of shame without engaging the cost or harm data.the member should be ashamed of her comments.
16. deflected
    Aboriginal AffairsMr. Jonathan Genest-Jourdain (NDP) asked Mr. Robert Goguen (Conservative). substantive question.Answer cites funding and bills but does not identify the main socio-economic reason requested.We will not find the solution by doing studies but by taking action.
17. deflected
    Aboriginal AffairsMs. Niki Ashton (NDP) asked Mr. Robert Goguen (Conservative). substantive question.The answer cites past studies and alternative spending instead of addressing the call for a national inquiry.We will put the money toward real solutions in the communities with the aboriginals to try to curb the violence against the women.
18. deflected
    Canadian HeritageStéphane Dion (Liberal) asked Shelly Glover (Conservative). substantive question.The answer shifts to urging the opposition to hold consultations rather than explaining the museum's event choices.I urge my colleague and his party to hold consultations.
19. partly answered
    National DefenceMs. Joyce Murray (Liberal) asked Mr. James Bezan (Conservative). substantive question.The answer notes the Chief of the Defence Staff is reviewing the specific repayment case but does not commit to action.In relation to this particular case, the Chief of the Defence Staff is currently reviewing this matter and we await his decision.
20. answered
    Foreign AffairsMs. Chrystia Freeland (Liberal) asked John Baird (Conservative). substantive question.The answer directly states the government's intent to work with allies and the OSCE to support observation in the regions.We are obviously prepared to work with our allies and we are prepared to work within the OSCE to do everything we can to support a productive election and to support observations in that part of the country.
21. deflected
    The BudgetMr. Guy Caron (NDP) asked Mr. Robert Goguen (Conservative). substantive question.The answer defends the merger as efficiency without addressing independence, conflict of interest, or WTO concerns.the merged tribunals will not report to the Minister of Justice
22. misdirected
    The BudgetMr. Nathan Cullen (NDP) asked James Moore (Conservative). substantive question.The answer attacks the questioner's knowledge instead of addressing the legality or constitutionality concerns raised.It would be nice if they knew what they are talking about before they decide to criticize.
23. misdirected
    The BudgetMr. Nathan Cullen (NDP) asked James Moore (Conservative). loaded question.The answer ignores the veterans and workers examples and pivots to listing supporters of IP measures.It is supported by the Canadian Manufacturers and Exporters.
24. answered
    The BudgetMr. Murray Rankin (NDP) asked Joe Oliver (Conservative). substantive question.The answer directly explains how the FATCA agreement addresses privacy and collection concerns raised.The CRA will not assist the IRS in collecting U.S. taxes, no new taxes will be imposed, and only U.S. citizens will be affected.
25. deflected
    Canadian Broadcasting CorportationMr. Pierre Dionne Labelle (NDP) asked Shelly Glover (Conservative). substantive question.The answer avoids any government action by insisting cuts are CBC's responsibility alone.The recent decisions were made by CBC. They have nothing to do with our government.
26. misdirected
    Canadian Broadcasting CorporationMr. Pierre Nantel (NDP) asked Shelly Glover (Conservative). loaded question.The answer attacks the premise as ridiculous instead of addressing the appointments.What the member is suggesting is ridiculous.
27. deflected
    Canadian Broadcasting CorporationThomas Mulcair (NDP) asked Shelly Glover (Conservative). rhetorical question.The answer restates external quotes to avoid confirming or denying the budget-cut link.It was not a government decision. He knows that perfectly well and should accept it.
28. misdirected
    TelecommunicationsMr. Glenn Thibeault (NDP) asked James Moore (Conservative). loaded question.The answer pivots to unrelated policy successes rather than addressing current prices or ads.Wireless prices across this country since 2008, in the AWS spectrum auction, have gone down 20%.
29. deflected
    Government AppointmentsMr. Rodger Cuzner (Liberal) asked Mr. Gerald Keddy (Conservative). substantive question.The answer cites an investigation but sidesteps the performance-bonus question entirely.The Public Service Commission is an independent body and as such makes its own determinations on what or what not to include in their reports.
30. partly answered
    Government AppointmentsMr. Rodger Cuzner (Liberal) asked Mr. Gerald Keddy (Conservative). substantive question.The answer states expectations of integrity but does not address severance or the salary during leave.our government's and the minister's expectation is that ECBC conduct its business with integrity, accountability, and respect for Canadian taxpayers.
31. misdirected
    Aboriginal AffairsMs. Jean Crowder (NDP) asked Bernard Valcourt (Conservative). substantive question.The answer shifts to condemning threats instead of confirming willingness to meet.I will meet with these people when they unequivocally withdraw their threats to the security of Canadian families, taxpayers, and citizens.
32. deflected
    Aboriginal AffairsMs. Jean Crowder (NDP) asked Bernard Valcourt (Conservative). substantive question.The answer dismisses the group's representativeness rather than addressing the meeting request.I do not believe that these chiefs represent the majority of the chiefs and councils throughout Canada
33. partly answered
    Canada PostMr. Kevin Lamoureux (Liberal) asked Mr. Jeff Watson (Conservative). substantive question.The answer states that Canada Post is considering concerns of seniors but does not detail government action.we have heard from Canada Post which says that they are taking into consideration the concerns of seniors and others as they implement their five-point plan
34. partly answered
    Foreign AffairsMr. Randall Garrison (NDP) asked John Baird (Conservative). substantive question.The answer acknowledges the need for concrete steps but does not commit to specific sanctions or visa bans.I share with the member opposite that concrete steps are required to respond to this repugnant act.
35. deflected
    Foreign AffairsMr. Paul Dewar (NDP) asked John Baird (Conservative). substantive question.The response discusses the existing convention and internal measures instead of addressing signing the optional protocol.Obviously, each country has its own internal regime, and obviously Canada internally has a strong and vibrant way to tackle this problem, which is what we are pursuing.
36. misdirected
    Government PrioritiesMr. Jean-François Fortin (Bloc) asked Peter Van Loan (Conservative). loaded question.The answer rejects the question's premise and pivots to economic achievements rather than addressing the methods used.the premise of that question is entirely wrong.
37. misdirected
    Business of the HouseMr. Peter Julian (NDP) asked Peter Van Loan (Conservative). substantive question.The response congratulates a sports team and then criticizes the NDP instead of addressing the request for the Prime Minister to appear.we congratulate the Montreal Canadiens on their success and wish them all the best in the next round