House limits debate on citizenship bill after 71st time allocation

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1. deflected
   Public Works and Government ServicesMs. Megan Leslie (NDP) asked Diane Finley (Conservative). substantive question.The answer avoids the specific requests to table the report and explain refusal of tenders.Once we have made a decision, then we will make an announcement.
2. deflected
   Public Works and Government ServicesMs. Megan Leslie (NDP) asked Diane Finley (Conservative). substantive question.The answer restates the review process without addressing tabling the report or confirming competition or jobs.Once a decision is made, we will be announcing that and releasing the reports.
3. deflected
   JusticeMs. Megan Leslie (NDP) asked Mr. Bob Dechert (Conservative). substantive question.The answer reminds of roles and describes the bill instead of addressing submission to the Supreme Court.I would remind the member that it is for the government to propose legislation, and it is for Parliament and all of its members to debate that legislation.
4. deflected
   JusticeMs. Françoise Boivin (NDP) asked Mr. Bob Dechert (Conservative). substantive question.The answer states the bill meets tests and emphasizes debate instead of releasing legal opinions.It is the role of the government to propose legislation, and it is the job of all parliamentarians to debate that legislation.
5. deflected
   JusticeMs. Françoise Boivin (NDP) asked Mr. Bob Dechert (Conservative). substantive question.The answer affirms DOJ review and constitutionality without addressing the number or content of legal opinions.Bill C-36 , like all legislation, is reviewed by Department of Justice officials in terms of its constitutionality.
6. partly answered
   The EconomyRalph Goodale (Liberal) asked Joe Oliver (Conservative). substantive question.The answer addresses EI by stating a freeze but does not commit to rolling back premiums.We will also be responsible, as we have promised, to freeze EI payments.
7. deflected
   InfrastructureRalph Goodale (Liberal) asked Denis Lebel (Conservative). substantive question.The answer highlights the gas tax fund permanence without addressing cuts, delays, or competition for funds.The member does not speak about this part of the program.
8. deflected
   InfrastructureStéphane Dion (Liberal) asked Denis Lebel (Conservative). substantive question.The answer claims no broken promise and notes ongoing work but does not state how many agreements were signed.
9. deflected
   Public Works and Government ServicesMr. Jack Harris (NDP) asked Diane Finley (Conservative). loaded question.The answer dismisses the premise as nonsense and describes the process without addressing whether a sole-sourced purchase is planned.
10. deflected
    Public Works and Government ServicesMr. Jack Harris (NDP) asked Diane Finley (Conservative). loaded question.The answer attacks the source of information rather than addressing whether single-engine risks in the north will be considered.the hon. member should not believe everything he reads in the newspapers, especially when the source of some of that information is rather dubious.
11. partly answered
    Public Works and Government ServicesMs. Élaine Michaud (NDP) asked Diane Finley (Conservative). substantive question.The answer states no decision has been made and explains the expert review process, which partially addresses the request to table the report.A group of experts has read the report and the analyses prepared by the Canadian Forces about all of the replacement options to ensure that the analyses are impartial and transparent.
12. deflected
    Public Works and Government ServicesMs. Élaine Michaud (NDP) asked Diane Finley (Conservative). loaded question.The answer restates the goal of providing equipment and the review process without addressing the cost or tendering questions.our goal is to provide the Canadian Forces with the equipment they need to do their job.
13. misdirected
    EmploymentMr. Guy Caron (NDP) asked Joe Oliver (Conservative). substantive question.The answer shifts to overall job creation statistics instead of addressing the F-35 procurement's impact on employment or industrial spinoffs.our government has achieved more in terms of job creation than other G7 countries.
14. deflected
    EmploymentMr. Nathan Cullen (NDP) asked Joe Oliver (Conservative). loaded question.The answer corrects a statistic but does not offer any new concrete idea for reducing unemployment.once again, the member opposite is misinformed.
15. misdirected
    EmploymentMr. Nathan Cullen (NDP) asked Joe Oliver (Conservative). substantive question.The answer attacks the NDP's voting record instead of responding to the proposal on the small business hiring tax credit.it is rich for the NDP to be criticizing our government's record on job creation.
16. partly answered
    Foreign AffairsMr. Paul Dewar (NDP) asked Deepak Obhrai (Conservative). substantive question.The answer explains Canada's existing controls and notes consultation will occur, which partially addresses whether Canada will sign the treaty.We will consult and we will act accordingly.
17. deflected
    Foreign AffairsMs. Hélène Laverdière (NDP) asked Deepak Obhrai (Conservative). substantive question.The answer avoids any commitment on signing or ratifying by restating existing controls and deferring to future consultation.we will consult, and when it is appropriate, we will make the decision.
18. misdirected
    EmploymentJohn McCallum (Liberal) asked Jason Kenney (Conservative). loaded question.The answer attacks the prior Liberal government and its record instead of addressing current enforcement shortfalls.It was the Liberals that did nothing.
19. misdirected
    EmploymentJohn McCallum (Liberal) asked Jason Kenney (Conservative). loaded question.The answer pivots to attacking the Liberal record on the stripper program rather than responding to the reported abuses.it would take a Liberal to understand abuse.
20. partly answered
    The EnvironmentMs. Joyce Murray (Liberal) asked Mrs. Kelly Block (Conservative). substantive question.The answer states the review process and conditions but does not address the scientists' safety assessment or the request to reject the project.We are carefully reviewing this report and a decision will be forthcoming.
21. deflected
    PrivacyMs. Charmaine Borg (NDP) asked James Moore (Conservative). substantive question.The answer promotes Bill S-4 and notes the member's prior support instead of addressing the lost census forms or identity-theft protections.I am disappointed to see her change of heart.
22. deflected
    PrivacyMr. Charlie Angus (NDP) asked James Moore (Conservative). substantive question.The answer discusses Bill S-4 and the Privacy Commissioner without outlining steps to contact affected individuals about identity theft or fraud.we have gone further in Bill S-4
23. partly answered
    Agriculture and Agri-FoodMs. Ruth Ellen Brosseau (NDP) asked Mr. Pierre Lemieux (Conservative). substantive question.The answer highlights Bill C-30 and recent movement figures but does not address the $8 billion cost or corridor issues raised.The latest figures show that our government's efforts to get grain moving are working.
24. deflected
    Agriculture and Agri-FoodMr. Malcolm Allen (NDP) asked Mr. Pierre Lemieux (Conservative). substantive question.The answer describes the bill's provisions without acknowledging ignored warnings or admitting any ministerial failure.It obligates the rail companies to move one million metric tonnes of grain a week.
25. deflected
    The EnvironmentMr. François Choquette (NDP) asked Lisa Raitt (Conservative). loaded question.Answer explains dispersant policy but avoids addressing overall preparedness or admitting lack thereof.it is where it is a net benefit for the environment, and that is the means by which we will be allowing this to happen.
26. answered
    The EnvironmentMs. Jean Crowder (NDP) asked Lisa Raitt (Conservative). loaded question.Answer directly rebuts the claim of no plan and outlines the three pillars of their approach.that is categorically false. There are response plans in our country and many people take part in them
27. deflected
    The EnvironmentMs. Jean Crowder (NDP) asked Mrs. Kelly Block (Conservative). loaded question.Answer restates general policy and consultation commitment without addressing rejection of the project or lobbyist influence.Projects will only proceed if they are safe for Canadians and safe for the environment.
28. deflected
    The EnvironmentMr. Murray Rankin (NDP) asked Mrs. Kelly Block (Conservative). loaded question.Answer repeats regulatory framework language and avoids addressing scientists, municipalities or spill plan deficiencies.We will continue to consult with aboriginal communities prior to making any decision on this project.
29. misdirected
    The EnvironmentJohn McKay (Liberal) asked Mr. Colin Carrie (Conservative). loaded question.Answer attacks the Liberals instead of addressing the minister's meetings or climate plan.unfortunately, the Liberals are really messed up on the environmental file.
30. deflected
    The EnvironmentJohn McKay (Liberal) asked Mr. Colin Carrie (Conservative). loaded question.Answer praises the plan and avoids the funding or website donation data question.Canadians across the country have applauded the announcement we made to launch the national conservation plan.
31. partly answered
    Citizenship and ImmigrationMs. Lysane Blanchette-Lamothe (NDP) asked Chris Alexander (Conservative). substantive question.Answer provides donor status and numbers protected but does not specify timing or response to the 10,000-refugee request.Canada has already offered protection to more than 1,100 Syrians.
32. partly answered
    Citizenship and ImmigrationMr. Andrew Cash (NDP) asked Chris Alexander (Conservative). substantive question.Answer cites donor rank and 1,100 protected but does not commit to reassessing or increasing intake targets.Canada continues to resettle one in ten refugees worldwide.
33. answered
    The EnvironmentJudy Sgro (Liberal) asked Diane Finley (Conservative). substantive question.The answer directly commits to preserving the parkland by stating there is no plan to sell it.As we have indicated many times, there is no plan and no intention to sell the parkland at Downsview Park.
34. deflected
    TourismMs. Annick Papillon (NDP) asked Maxime Bernier (Conservative). substantive question.The response highlights positive tourism events instead of addressing budget cuts or new investments.There is so much good news in Canada's tourism industry that the member has forgotten it.
35. answered
    PrivacyMs. Anne Minh-Thu Quach (NDP) asked James Moore (Conservative). loaded question.The answer refutes the premise and explains how the bill protects privacy while noting NDP support.Bill S-4 goes a great way to protect Canadians online, and the NDP should know that.
36. deflected
    Employment InsuranceMr. Jean-François Fortin (Bloc) asked Jason Kenney (Conservative). substantive question.The minister states unfamiliarity with the file and defers to a future review without action.I am not familiar with this particular file, but I will look into it and provide the honourable member with the facts.
37. deflected
    Employment InsuranceMr. Jean-François Fortin (Bloc) asked Jason Kenney (Conservative). substantive question.The response defends the process and public servants but offers only a promise to review the case.However, I will look into this particular case and share my findings with the hon. member.
38. deflected
    The EnvironmentMr. Bruce Hyer (Green) asked Mr. Colin Carrie (Conservative). substantive question.The answer promotes the government's existing policy and attacks a carbon tax without considering the proposed fee and dividend.We are going to continue with our approach.