Commons advances victims bill of rights after lengthy debate

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1. misdirected
   Natural ResourcesMr. Peter Julian (NDP) asked Mrs. Kelly Block (Conservative). substantive question.The answer ignores the pipeline question and instead attacks the asker about unrelated spending.What I wonder is if that member and his party will say "yes" to paying back the $1.7 million they owe taxpayers.
2. deflected
   PrivacyMr. Peter Julian (NDP) asked Mr. Bob Dechert (Conservative). substantive question.The answer acknowledges the ruling but pivots to unrelated crime-fighting without addressing Bill C-13 or the requested balanced approach.In addition, we will continue to crack down on cyberbullies and online criminals who work against and make our children and all Canadians unsafe.
3. deflected
   PrivacyMr. Peter Julian (NDP) asked Mr. Bob Dechert (Conservative). substantive question.The answer repeats that the decision will be reviewed but avoids any commitment to amend the surveillance bills.We will continue to crack down on cyberbullies and online criminals to keep children and vulnerable communities safe in Canada.
4. partly answered
   Social DevelopmentMrs. Sadia Groguhé (NDP) asked Mr. Scott Armstrong (Conservative). loaded question.The answer explains the tribunal's caseload handling but does not address whether deaths before benefits are acceptable.The SST is giving top priority to these legacy cases.
5. misdirected
   Social DevelopmentMrs. Sadia Groguhé (NDP) asked Mr. Scott Armstrong (Conservative). substantive question.The answer briefly references legacy cases then shifts to attacking the NDP over unrelated spending instead of proposing emergency measures.However, when it comes to bungling and incompetence, why do the New Democrats not pay back the money they took from Canadian taxpayers to fund their campaign offices across the country and also for flyers sent to many ridings, illegally using taxpayer money for partisan purposes.
6. partly answered
   Public Works and Government ServicesMr. Marc Garneau (Liberal) asked Mr. Bernard Trottier (Conservative). substantive question.The answer states that reports are under review and an announcement will follow but does not commit to a new procurement process.When that analysis is completed, an announcement will be made to the Canadian public.
7. partly answered
   Public Works and Government ServicesMr. Marc Garneau (Liberal) asked Mr. Bernard Trottier (Conservative). substantive question.The answer again notes reports are being assessed and an announcement will come but sidesteps the call for an impartial process.When the government has assessed the options, an announcement will be made.
8. deflected
   EmploymentScott Brison (Liberal) asked Mr. Peter Braid (Conservative). substantive question.The answer highlights the Building Canada plan but does not address reversing infrastructure cuts or responding to David Dodge.The new Building Canada plan is open for business, with over $53 billion of funding over the next decade, stable and predictable funding.
9. deflected
   Foreign AffairsMr. Paul Dewar (NDP) asked Deepak Obhrai (Conservative). substantive question.The answer expresses concern and condemns terrorism but provides no information on steps taken for the refugee crisis.We call for restraint on the use of force in populated areas.
10. partly answered
    Citizenship and ImmigrationMr. Paul Dewar (NDP) asked Mr. Costas Menegakis (Conservative). substantive question.The response gives a total number of Syrians protected but does not specify government-sponsored refugees currently in Canada.Since the start of the Syrian conflict, Canada has provided protection to more than 1,100 Syrians.
11. partly answered
    Citizenship and ImmigrationMs. Christine Moore (NDP) asked Mr. Costas Menegakis (Conservative). substantive question.Provides total protection numbers and resettlement commitment but not the specific count of government-sponsored refugees in Canada.Since the start of the Syrian conflict, Canada has provided protection to more than 1,100 Syrians.
12. deflected
    PrivacyMs. Ève Péclet (NDP) asked Mr. Bob Dechert (Conservative). substantive question.The answer states respect for the court and intent to review but does not explain why they proceeded without waiting.We have just received the decision and we will take the time to review it properly.
13. deflected
    PrivacyMs. Ève Péclet (NDP) asked Mr. Bob Dechert (Conservative). substantive question.The response highlights study time and respect for court but does not address splitting the bill.We respect the work of the court, but we will continue to crack down on cyberbullies and online criminals to protect children and all Canadians.
14. deflected
    PrivacyMr. Charlie Angus (NDP) asked Mr. Bob Dechert (Conservative). substantive question.The answer focuses on protecting children and reviewing but avoids committing to revisiting the legislation.We will review the decision of the Supreme Court and determine the best course of action.
15. deflected
    Aboriginal AffairsMr. Charlie Angus (NDP) asked Bernard Valcourt (Conservative). substantive question.The answer cites the ongoing court process to decline further comment without addressing the allegations.The hon. member refers to a matter that is presently before the court. Out of respect for our court system, I will not make further comment.
16. partly answered
    Social DevelopmentMr. Mike Sullivan (NDP) asked Mr. Scott Armstrong (Conservative). loaded question.The response explains the intent behind the tribunal and current actions on backlogs but rejects the loaded premise.We fixed a problem because we wanted to make sure that there was consistency among decisions from coast to coast to coast.
17. partly answered
    Social DevelopmentMs. Isabelle Morin (NDP) asked Mr. Scott Armstrong (Conservative). substantive question.Answer states tribunal is prioritizing legacy cases but does not detail specific fixes for delays in benefits.The department and the SST are now putting these legacy cases at the top of the priority list.
18. deflected
    The EnvironmentMs. Kirsty Duncan (Liberal) asked Mrs. Kelly Block (Conservative). substantive question.Answer avoids agreeing or committing to reject by restating reliance on review process.We are proud of the work that they do in ensuring that projects are safe for Canadians and safe for the environment.
19. deflected
    The EnvironmentMs. Kirsty Duncan (Liberal) asked Mrs. Kelly Block (Conservative). substantive question.Answer again sidesteps agreement with findings by noting only that report is under review.We are carefully reviewing this report, and a decision will be forthcoming.
20. misdirected
    Citizenship and ImmigrationMr. Frank Valeriote (Liberal) asked Mr. Costas Menegakis (Conservative). loaded question.Answer attacks premise by redefining cheapening citizenship and references minister's family history instead of apologizing.I would argue that is what cheapened it.
21. partly answered
    Public Works and Government ServicesMs. Laurin Liu (NDP) asked Mr. Bernard Trottier (Conservative). substantive question.Answer addresses review of options but does not explain why outdated strategy is used only for F-35s.It is looking at the different options in terms of defence capabilities, benefits to Canadian industry, and finally life-cycle costs.
22. partly answered
    Public Works and Government ServicesMs. Laurin Liu (NDP) asked Mr. Bernard Trottier (Conservative). substantive question.Answer points to website for reports but does not address when full report will be public or industrial benefits guarantee.Many of them are available on the National Fighter Procurement Secretariat's website.
23. misdirected
    Public Works and Government ServicesMr. Mathieu Ravignat (NDP) asked Mr. Bernard Trottier (Conservative). substantive question.Answer dismisses question as wrong and lectures asker's party without addressing open bidding.We do not need any lectures from the member's party.
24. deflected
    LabourMr. Mathieu Ravignat (NDP) asked Mrs. Cathy McLeod (Conservative). substantive question.Answer refers concerns to Industrial Relations Board and states no regulatory changes planned.Of course, if anyone has any concerns in terms of practice, they do have the ability to make reference to the Industrial Relations Board.
25. deflected
    Public SafetyMr. Tarik Brahmi (NDP) asked Ms. Roxanne James (Conservative). substantive question.The answer dismisses the effectiveness of a no-fly zone instead of addressing the timeline for implementation.I hardly think that a no-fly zone would stop a helicopter from landing because I do not think the operator was concerned about getting a ticket.
26. partly answered
    Public SafetyMr. Tarik Brahmi (NDP) asked Ms. Roxanne James (Conservative). substantive question.The response acknowledges collaboration but provides no specific measures.Of course our government is working with the Quebec government on this issue
27. deflected
    HousingMs. Ruth Ellen Brosseau (NDP) asked Mr. Scott Armstrong (Conservative). substantive question.The answer shifts responsibility to the provincial government without addressing the federal role or commitment.the regulations around pyrrhotite are controlled by the provincial level of government
28. deflected
    HousingMs. Ruth Ellen Brosseau (NDP) asked Mr. Scott Armstrong (Conservative). substantive question.The answer shifts responsibility to the provincial government without addressing the federal role or commitment.It is the same question, Mr. Speaker, and it will receive the same answer.
29. misdirected
    PrivacyWayne Easter (Liberal) asked Mr. Bob Dechert (Conservative). substantive question.The answer pivots to online crime protection instead of addressing the government operations centre directive.what parents have told us, what victims have told us, what victims organizations have told us, and what all Canadians have told us, is that they want legislation that will protect Canadians from online criminals
30. deflected
    PrivacyWayne Easter (Liberal) asked Ms. Roxanne James (Conservative). substantive question.The response mocks the concern about privacy instead of answering about the directive.Not only are the protesters, the people watching the protesters, Canadians and people all around the world aware of this protest, but suddenly someone in the government is aware of this and those members think it is a public safety concern and a privacy issue. Give me a break.
31. deflected
    The EnvironmentMs. Linda Duncan (NDP) asked Mrs. Kelly Block (Conservative). substantive question.The answer highlights past achievements without committing to reinstating the specific program.Our government will continue to invest in Canadian companies that develop innovative and sustainable technologies.
32. deflected
    The EnvironmentMs. Linda Duncan (NDP) asked Mr. Colin Carrie (Conservative). substantive question.The response emphasizes Canada's global share and past investments rather than outlining a clean energy strategy.Canada supports the international agreement on climate change that includes real action by all emitters.
33. deflected
    Regional Economic DevelopmentMr. Rodger Cuzner (Liberal) asked Mr. Gerald Keddy (Conservative). loaded question.The answer ignores the specific accusations about broken commitments and pivots to unrelated ACOA office staffing.The hon. member went off on several issues there, but on ACOA, we maintain the office in Sydney.
34. misdirected
    Public Works and Government ServicesMrs. Anne-Marie Day (NDP) asked Mr. Bernard Trottier (Conservative). substantive question.The answer addresses naval procurement and shipyards instead of the ice rink funding question asked.our government is determined to provide the men and women of the Royal Canadian Navy and the Canadian Coast Guard with the equipment they need
35. deflected
    Intergovernmental RelationsMr. Jean-François Fortin (Bloc) asked Mr. Bob Dechert (Conservative). loaded question.The answer references a past vote but avoids addressing the minister's alleged threats or Quebec's jurisdiction claims.Parliament dealt with exactly that issue four years ago.
36. partly answered
    Intergovernmental RelationsMr. Brent Rathgeber (Independent) asked Mr. Scott Armstrong (Conservative). substantive question.The answer discusses tightening rules and prioritizing Canadians but does not address devolving the program to Alberta.The minister has already made several indications that he is going to make new announcements to tighten up this situation
37. answered
    JusticeMr. Brent Rathgeber (Independent) asked Mr. Bob Dechert (Conservative). substantive question.The answer directly explains the bill's intent to protect minors and show compassion rather than prosecute victims.Bill C-36 shows compassion toward those trapped in this awful practice.