NDP motion seeks rejection of Gros-Cacouna oil terminal

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1. deflected
   Public SafetyMs. Megan Leslie (NDP) asked Steven Blaney (Conservative). substantive question.The answer pivots to attacking the NDP instead of explaining why the individuals were not arrested or located.Why is it that the NDP never supports the anti-terrorism measures put in place by the government?
2. deflected
   Public SafetyMs. Megan Leslie (NDP) asked Steven Blaney (Conservative). substantive question.The answer gives general assurances about vigilance but does not address why the threat information came from American sources.Canadians can rely on the intelligence of their law enforcement community and their national public safety community to keep them safe.
3. answered
   International DevelopmentMs. Megan Leslie (NDP) asked Rona Ambrose (Conservative). substantive question.The answer details Canada's actions and ongoing contact with the WHO in response to the call for increased support.We continue to be in contact with the WHO to respond to any particular needs.
4. partly answered
   International DevelopmentMs. Libby Davies (NDP) asked Rona Ambrose (Conservative). substantive question.The answer addresses the vaccine location and WHO role but does not cover other undelivered promises mentioned.the vaccine supply we have, which has been given to the WHO, is in Winnipeg still, because the WHO has not decided when and if it will distribute it.
5. deflected
   International DevelopmentMs. Libby Davies (NDP) asked Rona Ambrose (Conservative). loaded question.The answer corrects the premise about ownership but does not engage the accusation of dishonesty or the WHO quote directly.In terms of the commercialization of the vaccine, that company is working very hard to have clinical trials sped up, and they hope to see the vaccine commercialized by December
6. deflected
   FinanceRalph Goodale (Liberal) asked Kevin Sorenson (Conservative). loaded question.The answer avoids the specific budget bill items by promising future consultations and attacking the opposition's voting record.we can be certain that the opposition will continue, as in the past, to vote against all those measures.
7. deflected
   CopyrightRalph Goodale (Liberal) asked Shelly Glover (Conservative). loaded question.The answer sidesteps the copyright change timing and attack-ad issue by restating a general position on fair dealing.Major television networks should not have the ability to censor what can and cannot be broadcast to Canadians.
8. deflected
   CopyrightDominic LeBlanc (Liberal) asked Shelly Glover (Conservative). loaded question.The answer repeats the fair-dealing stance without addressing the 2017 timeline or the specific shows named.Major television networks should not have the right to determine what can or cannot be broadcast to Canadians.
9. deflected
   National DefenceMr. Paul Dewar (NDP) asked Rob Nicholson (Conservative). substantive question.The answer opens by attacking the NDP's stance rather than addressing the readiness and debate cutoff issues raised.I am sure if the debate lasted 30 years it still would not get the support of the NDP.
10. deflected
    National DefenceMr. Paul Dewar (NDP) asked Rob Nicholson (Conservative). substantive question.The answer avoids the Syria policy uncertainty and instead criticizes the opposition for not supporting the motion.If they were serious about this, they would have got on side with us this week and supported this measure.
11. deflected
    National DefenceMs. Hélène Laverdière (NDP) asked Rob Nicholson (Conservative). substantive question.The answer points out an alleged contradiction with a colleague instead of clarifying the mission scope or civilian protections.that is the opposite of what her colleague just said about our operational readiness.
12. partly answered
    Citizenship and ImmigrationMs. Hélène Laverdière (NDP) asked Mr. Costas Menegakis (Conservative). loaded question.The answer provides numbers on refugees helped but does not address the speed of processing or the Syria air strikes link.since the start of the conflict, Canada has provided protection to more than 1,645 Syrians, all of whom are now safely in Canada.
13. deflected
    Employment InsuranceMrs. Sadia Groguhé (NDP) asked Kevin Sorenson (Conservative). substantive question.The answer cites external support for the credit but ignores the PBO's job creation and cost critique.The small business job credit, it says, will create 25,000 person-years of employment.
14. misdirected
    Employment InsuranceMrs. Sadia Groguhé (NDP) asked Candice Bergen (Conservative). substantive question.The answer disputes the eligibility statistic and accuses the opposition of wanting non-contributors to receive benefits.
15. misdirected
    Employment InsuranceMr. Robert Chisholm (NDP) asked Candice Bergen (Conservative). substantive question.The answer repeats the eligibility claim and labels the opposition suggestion preposterous rather than addressing the raid on the EI fund.The suggestion from the opposition that those who have not actually paid into the system should somehow collect EI is preposterous.
16. deflected
    Employment InsuranceMs. Jinny Jogindera Sims (NDP) asked Kevin Sorenson (Conservative). substantive question.The answer quotes business groups praising the credit but does not engage the PBO cost-per-job or transparency concerns.The Small Business Job Credit will help a powerhouse — the thousands of small businesses — of the Canadian economy become more competitive.
17. deflected
    Employment InsuranceMr. Nathan Cullen (NDP) asked Kevin Sorenson (Conservative). loaded question.Answer shifts to small business taxes and NDP criticism without addressing the EI scheme or job creation cost.Clearly the NDP does not understand small business.
18. partly answered
    Public SafetyMr. Marc Garneau (Liberal) asked Steven Blaney (Conservative). substantive question.Answer notes legal processes and laws passed but does not explain delay in jailing the 80 individuals.We live under the rule of law.
19. deflected
    EmploymentJudy Sgro (Liberal) asked Kevin Sorenson (Conservative). loaded question.Answer attacks Liberal EI ideas instead of addressing PBO report on the job credit cost and job numbers.The Liberal EI agenda includes such measures as EI for prisoners and a 45-day work year.
20. deflected
    Employment InsuranceScott Brison (Liberal) asked Kevin Sorenson (Conservative). substantive question.Answer cites Liberal apology and CFIB quote but ignores PBO findings on EI tax rates costing jobs.Let us listen to what Dan Kelly, head of the Canadian Federation of Independent Business, said in regard to our credit.
21. deflected
    Public SafetyMs. Françoise Boivin (NDP) asked Steven Blaney (Conservative). substantive question.Answer pivots to victims bill of rights and ignores reintegration budget and recommendations.One thing that is clear on this side of the House is that while we keep criminals behind bars, we also have a serious concern for victims.
22. deflected
    Public SafetyMs. Françoise Boivin (NDP) asked Steven Blaney (Conservative). substantive question.Answer rejects NDP pension idea and restates priorities without committing to implement recommendations.However, we will not do what the New Democrats want to do and give inmates pensions.
23. misdirected
    Public SafetyMs. Rosane Doré Lefebvre (NDP) asked Steven Blaney (Conservative). loaded question.Answer defends border officers and laws passed while attacking NDP vote record instead of addressing budget cuts impact.What did the NDP do? They voted against it.
24. misdirected
    Public SafetyMr. Brian Masse (NDP) asked Steven Blaney (Conservative). substantive question.Answer accuses asker of partisanship and lists measures while ignoring CBSA cuts and returned fighters.what is really hurting the safety of Canadians is when politicians engage in partisanship and do not stand up to make this country more safe.
25. deflected
    Rail TransportationMr. Hoang Mai (NDP) asked Mr. Jeff Watson (Conservative). substantive question.The answer thanks the coroner and notes past strides but avoids any timeline or guarantee on unsupervised trains.Our government has taken great strides in the area of rail safety, and in fact, we have already addressed some of the coroner's recommendations.
26. partly answered
    Rail TransportationMs. Peggy Nash (NDP) asked Mr. Jeff Watson (Conservative). substantive question.It rebuts the premise and details fatigue plans but does not address standing firm against rail companies on work hours.
27. misdirected
    CopyrightMr. Craig Scott (NDP) asked Shelly Glover (Conservative). loaded question.The answer quotes an expert on fair dealing instead of addressing whether the amendment will receive proper study.
28. misdirected
    CopyrightMs. Alexandrine Latendresse (NDP) asked Shelly Glover (Conservative). loaded question.The answer repeats the same expert quote on fair dealing rather than naming any independent expert who recommended the change.Once again, he completely agrees with us.
29. deflected
    Canada PostMs. Judy Foote (Liberal) asked Mr. Jeff Watson (Conservative). substantive question.The answer cites mail volume declines and notes Canada Post's arm's-length status but does not say when or whether the government will intervene on delivery.Canada Post has responded with a five-point plan.
30. deflected
    Canada PostMr. Kevin Lamoureux (Liberal) asked Mr. Jeff Watson (Conservative). loaded question.The answer defends the plan and notes existing non-door-to-door service but sidesteps the accusation of deliberate undermining by the government.Canada Post's plan is addressing the other one-third of those homes.
31. deflected
    InfrastructureMr. Matthew Kellway (NDP) asked Denis Lebel (Conservative). substantive question.The answer claims record investment and cites jurisdictional respect but does not address when or how more transit funding will occur.We want to respect jurisdiction.
32. partly answered
    HousingMr. Andrew Cash (NDP) asked Candice Bergen (Conservative). substantive question.The answer lists federal housing investments but does not commit to renewing the specific affordable housing agreements mentioned.$801 million in Ontario alone; $1.25 billion across the country.
33. deflected
    HealthMr. Francis Scarpaleggia (Liberal) asked Rona Ambrose (Conservative). substantive question.The answer discusses general collaboration on water quality but avoids the specific comparison of standards or any timeline for improvement.Canada is not only working hard with our counterparts on cross-border issues related to water quality, but we will continue to do work with the municipalities.
34. deflected
    Canada PostMr. Ryan Cleary (NDP) asked Mr. Jeff Watson (Conservative). substantive question.The answer refers the question to Canada Post instead of addressing the government's position on the service cuts.If there are any service questions, I would ask the member to direct them to Canada Post.
35. partly answered
    Citizenship and ImmigrationMr. Jasbir Sandhu (NDP) asked Mr. Costas Menegakis (Conservative). substantive question.The answer explains the DRC review and Canada's priorities but does not address why Canada has not taken action similar to other countries.Our priority is the safety and security of the Congolese children.
36. partly answered
    The EnvironmentMr. Jean-François Fortin (Independent) asked Mr. Jeff Watson (Conservative). substantive question.The answer offers to take the request under advisement and lists existing measures but does not commit to considering the specific emergency centre proposals.I will take this specific question under advisement to the minister.
37. answered
    Business of the HouseMr. Peter Julian (NDP) asked Peter Van Loan (Conservative). substantive question.The answer directly provides the detailed schedule for upcoming House business as requested.