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1. deflected
   Public SafetyThomas Mulcair (NDP) asked Stephen Harper (Conservative). substantive question.The answer defers entirely to police and notes reporting structures rather than detailing measures taken.I will leave public comment on certain events to the police authorities as they conduct their investigations.
2. deflected
   Public SafetyThomas Mulcair (NDP) asked Stephen Harper (Conservative). substantive question.The answer states police will provide information but does not address whether the government will hold a session.I know that the police are going to give more information about what happened a little later today.
3. partly answered
   Public SafetyThomas Mulcair (NDP) asked Stephen Harper (Conservative). substantive question.The answer confirms passport details for one case but does not specify any new measures taken.the police and the RCMP have indicated that the passport of the first individual in Quebec had been revoked.
4. answered
   Public SafetyThomas Mulcair (NDP) asked Stephen Harper (Conservative). substantive question.The answer directly assures that security and openness will both be maintained.Our departments and security agencies will continue to act with this objective in mind.
5. answered
   Public SafetyThomas Mulcair (NDP) asked Stephen Harper (Conservative). substantive question.The answer agrees to unite on safety and democratic values as requested.I would be happy to see all members of Parliament in all parties unite around the idea that, whatever our differences, we are committed not only to the safety and security of Canadians but to the free and democratic society we all hold so dear.
6. deflected
   Public SafetyMr. Justin Trudeau (Liberal) asked Stephen Harper (Conservative). substantive question.The answer avoids giving a number and instead discusses general threats and ongoing work.I would not expect that the number has changed radically in the past two weeks.
7. partly answered
   Public SafetyMr. Justin Trudeau (Liberal) asked Stephen Harper (Conservative). substantive question.The answer notes active investigation and agency work but does not detail specific new steps for similar cases.These agencies and the police are working closely to deal with that threat.
8. deflected
   Public SafetyMr. Justin Trudeau (Liberal) asked Stephen Harper (Conservative). substantive question.The answer repeats prior points and defers to police without confirming actions on arrests.I am not in a position to confirm all of the statements just made by the leader of the Liberal Party.
9. partly answered
   Public SafetyMs. Nycole Turmel (NDP) asked Tony Clement (Conservative). substantive question.The answer discusses ongoing communication and the right to a secure workplace but omits concrete safety measures implemented.We have been in constant communication with the public service to keep them up to date on the situation as it arose yesterday and as it will arise in the future.
10. answered
    Public SafetyMs. Rosane Doré Lefebvre (NDP) asked Steven Blaney (Conservative). substantive question.The response directly outlines the four-pillar anti-terrorism strategy and RCMP extremism program as actions taken.Our government introduced anti-terrorism legislation that is built on four pillars: prevent, detect, deny and respond to terrorist threats.
11. partly answered
    Public SafetyMs. Rosane Doré Lefebvre (NDP) asked Steven Blaney (Conservative). substantive question.It stresses legal compliance and future clarification of parameters but supplies no concrete plan for balancing safety with freedoms.That is why we intend to clarify what tools are available to help the RCMP and the police forces allow us to do our jobs and Canadians to go about their daily lives.
12. partly answered
    Public SafetyMr. Randall Garrison (NDP) asked Rob Nicholson (Conservative). substantive question.The answer asserts that precautions are underway and the CDS is acting yet provides no specific steps or assurances.The Chief of Defence Staff is actively looking into this and taking steps, but make no mistake, we will remain vigilant against those at home and abroad who wish to harm us.
13. partly answered
    Public SafetyMr. Randall Garrison (NDP) asked Steven Blaney (Conservative). substantive question.It notes agencies operate within the law and promises legislation for clarity without addressing protection of fundamental freedoms.That is why this government intends to table legislation to clarify those powers so that we can sleep safely at night.
14. answered
    HealthMrs. Sadia Groguhé (NDP) asked Ms. Eve Adams (Conservative). substantive question.The answer lists precise Canadian contributions including funding, vaccine doses, and protective equipment.Canada is at the forefront in responding to the Ebola outbreak. We are contributing $65 million to leading international humanitarian organizations, like the World Health Organization, the United Nations, and Médecins Sans Frontières.
15. partly answered
    HealthMs. Libby Davies (NDP) asked Christian Paradis (Conservative). substantive question.It updates the status of prior aid commitments but does not announce or detail any additional contributions.As of yesterday afternoon, all the organizations receiving Canadian aid money received their contribution agreements.
16. deflected
    HealthMs. Libby Davies (NDP) asked Ms. Eve Adams (Conservative). substantive question.The reply offers only a generic statement of monitoring without naming any concrete protective steps.the Public Health Agency of Canada is actively monitoring the situation and is taking all necessary precautions.
17. partly answered
    HealthMr. Dany Morin (NDP) asked Ms. Eve Adams (Conservative). substantive question.The answer mentions monitoring but provides no specific measures for protection.the Public Health Agency of Canada is actively monitoring the situation.
18. deflected
    Public SafetyMr. Justin Trudeau (Liberal) asked Steven Blaney (Conservative). substantive question.The answer restates past budget increases since 2006 instead of addressing immediate additional resources.Since 2006, we have increased the budget for our Canadian security intelligence agencies by one-third of their capacity
19. deflected
    Public SafetyMr. Justin Trudeau (Liberal) asked Steven Blaney (Conservative). substantive question.The answer repeats the 33% increase claim and shifts to seeking new powers rather than updating on resources.the resources of Canadian security intelligence agencies have increased by 33%.
20. misdirected
    Public SafetyMr. Justin Trudeau (Liberal) asked Steven Blaney (Conservative). substantive question.The answer ignores the specific question on preventative detentions and pivots to general resource increases and opposition criticism.This government is increasing the budgetary resources both for law enforcement agencies and national security agencies.
21. partly answered
    International DevelopmentMs. Hélène Laverdière (NDP) asked Christian Paradis (Conservative). substantive question.The answer addresses education funding commitment but avoids any timeline for rescheduling the citizenship event.Canada is fully committed to improving access to basic education for children in need.
22. deflected
    International DevelopmentMr. Paul Dewar (NDP) asked Christian Paradis (Conservative). substantive question.The answer discusses general commitment and past discussions without confirming renewed funding.The Global Partnership for Education's last pledging conference launched a very interesting discussion and crucial conversation in which Canada is a very active partner.
23. partly answered
    Aboriginal AffairsMs. Jean Crowder (NDP) asked Bernard Valcourt (Conservative). substantive question.The answer notes increased funding and a prevention approach but does not address equal standards or discrimination.We now invest close to $630 million in child and family services on reserve
24. partly answered
    Aboriginal AffairsMr. Romeo Saganash (NDP) asked Bernard Valcourt (Conservative). substantive question.The answer references Jordan's principle but provides no plan or details for the specific health care delays mentioned.Jordan's principle guarantees that there is no dispute between the federal and provincial governments when it comes to the care to be given to a child in need.
25. deflected
    Small BusinessMs. Annick Papillon (NDP) asked Joe Oliver (Conservative). substantive question.Answer claims code introduced and well received but avoids timing of announcement and any explanation of cost reduction.The code has been well received by consumers and industry groups, particularly small businesses.
26. partly answered
    Small BusinessMr. Glenn Thibeault (NDP) asked Joe Oliver (Conservative). substantive question.Answer explains preference for voluntary approach and notes enforcement participation but does not fully justify choice over mandatory.There is an enforcement mechanism that is voluntary, but everyone is partaking in it, and we believe consumers are well protected by it.
27. deflected
    Canada PostMs. Irene Mathyssen (NDP) asked Lisa Raitt (Conservative). substantive question.Answer describes arm's-length status and five-point plan but does not address why Canadian firms were excluded from bidding.It is proceeding with this plan, and with its plan too it will ensure it returns to self-sustainability, as is required under its act.
28. deflected
    Canada PostMr. Alexandre Boulerice (NDP) asked Lisa Raitt (Conservative). substantive question.Answer reiterates arm's-length status and non-intervention but avoids explaining use of American companies for mailboxes.We do not intervene in the day-to-day operations or decisions of Canada Post.
29. deflected
    Public SafetyWayne Easter (Liberal) asked Steven Blaney (Conservative). substantive question.Answer expresses confidence in agencies and seeks support for new laws instead of addressing why existing charges have not been laid.I hope I can count on his support and the support of his party to table legislation here that will keep us safe here in Canada.
30. deflected
    Public SafetyWayne Easter (Liberal) asked Steven Blaney (Conservative). substantive question.Answer discusses four-pillar approach and charging offenders but sidesteps any commitment to parliamentary oversight.my colleague seems to want to have his cake and eat it too.
31. deflected
    Social DevelopmentMs. Jinny Jogindera Sims (NDP) asked Jason Kenney (Conservative). substantive question.Answer promotes choice benefit and parental expertise but provides no number on spaces created from the 125,000 promise.This government believes that moms and dads are the real experts in child care.
32. partly answered
    Social DevelopmentMs. Jinny Jogindera Sims (NDP) asked Jason Kenney (Conservative). substantive question.Answer references increased transfers to provinces for child care resources but emphasizes choice over direct investment steps.Since 2006, we are giving Ontario and the other provinces historic levels of resources to address child care.
33. deflected
    Public SafetyDominic LeBlanc (Liberal) asked Steven Blaney (Conservative). substantive question.The answer discusses general tools for law enforcement but avoids addressing whether preventative detention measures have been used.thanks to our government, we have equipped law enforcement agencies with important tools so that they can track terrorists and eventually lay charges and put them behind bars.
34. deflected
    Rail TransportationMr. Philip Toone (NDP) asked Lisa Raitt (Conservative). substantive question.The answer explains VIA Rail's independence and mandate but does not address whether the minister will intervene to stop service cuts.VIA Rail is an independent crown corporation that makes its own decisions with respect to operational matters.
35. answered
    Parliament of CanadaMr. Peter Julian (NDP) asked Peter Van Loan (Conservative). rhetorical question.The question is rhetorical praise rather than a request for information, and the answer agrees with the sentiment expressed.I am very proud of how our House has conducted itself today, but I am very proud of that every day.
36. partly answered
    Marine TransportationMr. Louis Plamondon (Bloc) asked Lisa Raitt (Conservative). substantive question.The answer outlines government actions on tanker safety but does not directly address why municipal demands for response plans are being ignored.our government is very well aware of the fact that as we continue to sign free trade agreements around the world, we will have increased traffic in our waters.
37. answered
    Business of the HouseMr. Peter Julian (NDP) asked Peter Van Loan (Conservative). rhetorical question.The question is largely rhetorical thanks and praise, and the answer responds in kind by extending appreciation for security efforts.first, let me take the opportunity to extend my own appreciation and thanks to our Sergeant-at-Arms Kevin Vickers, the House of Commons Security Services, and their security and law enforcement partners for their extraordinary work yesterday.