NDP motion on coast guard cuts after Vancouver spill dominates supply day

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Question Period, exchange by exchange

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1. deflected
   The BudgetMs. Megan Leslie (NDP) asked Kevin Sorenson (Conservative). substantive question.The answer defers to the upcoming budget and promotes the government's record while attacking the opposition instead of addressing the request for family help.I can assure the House that we will fulfill our promise, the promise we made to Canadians, by balancing the budget, creating jobs, creating economic growth and keeping taxes low.
2. deflected
   The BudgetMs. Megan Leslie (NDP) asked Kevin Sorenson (Conservative). substantive question.The answer promotes job creation and attacks the NDP on carbon tax but does not commit to action on jobs or affordability as asked.Since the depth of the global recession, 1.2 million net new jobs have been created, 90% full-time and 80% in the private sector.
3. misdirected
   EthicsMs. Megan Leslie (NDP) asked Mr. Paul Calandra (Conservative). substantive question.The answer ignores the question on the Prime Minister's statement about Duffy and instead attacks the NDP on unrelated office expenses.That is why I encourage the 68 members of the NDP caucus who owe Canadian taxpayers $2.7 million for illegal offices to pay it back.
4. misdirected
   EthicsMr. Peter Julian (NDP) asked Mr. Paul Calandra (Conservative). substantive question.The answer repeats the constitutional point but pivots to attacking the NDP on office resources instead of addressing the Prime Minister's statement.What is also clear is that House of Commons resources cannot be used for partisan political activities like the NDP did.
5. deflected
   The EnvironmentMr. Peter Julian (NDP) asked Lisa Raitt (Conservative). substantive question.The answer praises the Coast Guard response but does not address reversing cuts or reopening the station.first, I want to commend the Canadian Coast Guard on its excellent work in cleaning up the spill and for the short period of time in responding to it.
6. deflected
   FinanceScott Brison (Liberal) asked Kevin Sorenson (Conservative). loaded question.The answer affirms commitment to balanced budgets and the upcoming budget but ignores the request to make the law retroactive and return salaries.Balanced budgets keep taxes low and ensure that government services are sustained over the long term.
7. misdirected
   TaxationScott Brison (Liberal) asked Kevin Sorenson (Conservative). loaded question.The answer attacks Liberal tax plans and quotes the asker instead of addressing why TFSA changes benefit the rich at middle-class expense.we know the Liberal Party wants to raise taxes on families and force every Canadian to pay more tax to finance those Liberal spending schemes.
8. deflected
   EmploymentScott Brison (Liberal) asked Pierre Poilievre (Conservative). substantive question.The answer promotes tax cuts and job creation but does not address cutting partisan ads or helping young Canadians find work.We are lowering their taxes as well.
9. misdirected
   EthicsMs. Ève Péclet (NDP) asked Mr. Paul Calandra (Conservative). rhetorical question.The question mocks the PM with loaded sarcasm about Duffy and receives a counter-attack on NDP expenses instead of any response.I suggest the member encourage the other 67 members to pay back the $2.7 million they owe the taxpayers.
10. misdirected
    EthicsMr. Charlie Angus (NDP) asked Mr. Paul Calandra (Conservative). rhetorical question.Question sarcastically probes Duffy's role for the PM and answer pivots to unrelated NDP office expenses without addressing the query.Sixty-eight members of the NDP caucus sent millions of dollars to an illegal office and they should pay it back.
11. deflected
    Government ServicesMrs. Sadia Groguhé (NDP) asked Mr. Paul Calandra (Conservative). loaded question.Question assumes double standards on senator perks versus cuts and answer shifts to unrelated tax credits and NDP repayment without engaging the premise.While the NDP take $2.7 million out of their pockets, we are putting it back in.
12. deflected
    Government ServicesMrs. Sadia Groguhé (NDP) asked Pierre Poilievre (Conservative). substantive question.Question asks about future budget cuts to services and answer promotes existing child benefits while accusing opponents of tax hikes without confirming or denying cuts.We have lowered taxes and increased the child care benefit, which the Prime Minister created in 2006.
13. deflected
    The BudgetMr. Guy Caron (NDP) asked Pierre Poilievre (Conservative). substantive question.Question seeks investment in health and jobs over cuts and answer highlights tax reductions and job numbers without addressing EI, SMEs or health spending.we have created more than 1.2 million good jobs for Canadians thanks to our action plan.
14. partly answered
    Manufacturing IndustryMs. Peggy Nash (NDP) asked Pierre Poilievre (Conservative). substantive question.Question asks for reversal of manufacturing neglect and answer cites specific trade deal benefits creating jobs, though without broader reversal commitment.the Prime Minister recently announced that our trade agreement with Europe will allow Honda Canada to export vehicles directly to Europe for the very first time, creating 400 jobs in the manufacturing sector.
15. misdirected
    Manufacturing IndustryMr. Nathan Cullen (NDP) asked Pierre Poilievre (Conservative). loaded question.Question accuses priority on wealthy handouts and answer attacks NDP for dismissing small business while listing jobs created, avoiding the tax loophole claim.I am not surprised to see the NDP turning its nose up at a small business that is trying to create jobs for Canadians.
16. answered
    Canadian Coast GuardMr. Fin Donnelly (NDP) asked Gail Shea (Conservative). substantive question.Question demands restoration of Coast Guard services and answer directly rebuts the premise with expert statements that no capability was lost.Coast Guard experts have been crystal clear that there is no change in our Coast Guard response.
17. deflected
    TaxationMr. Marc Garneau (Liberal) asked Pierre Poilievre (Conservative). loaded question.The response attacks Liberal policies instead of addressing why the measures help the middle class.the Liberals want to increase taxes for these same families.
18. misdirected
    Citizenship and ImmigrationMr. Marc Garneau (Liberal) asked Pierre Poilievre (Conservative). substantive question.The answer turns to attacking Liberals on taxes rather than addressing the Canada-Quebec accord.The Liberals want to raise taxes for workers, which will kill jobs
19. partly answered
    Canadian Coast GuardHedy Fry (Liberal) asked Gail Shea (Conservative). substantive question.The response notes improvements and a review but does not address reopening the station or reversing cuts.we have improved our ability to respond to these events, including new funding, new tools
20. answered
    National DefenceMs. Élaine Michaud (NDP) asked Jason Kenney (Conservative). substantive question.The answer confirms the investigations and commits to releasing non-sensitive findings.As soon as I have received both of those reports, I would be happy to render all aspects of those reports public that would not affect operational effectiveness.
21. answered
    National DefenceMr. Jack Harris (NDP) asked Jason Kenney (Conservative). substantive question.The answer details the ongoing investigations and receipt of a U.S. summary.The National Investigation Service, which is operated by the Canadian Forces Military Police, is conducting an inquiry.
22. deflected
    Public SafetyMr. Randall Garrison (NDP) asked Steven Blaney (Conservative). loaded question.The response restates the government's safety agenda without addressing withdrawal of the bill.Canadians know they can count on our government to keep them safe.
23. deflected
    Public SafetyMs. Rosane Doré Lefebvre (NDP) asked Steven Blaney (Conservative). loaded question.The response promotes government measures instead of addressing calls to drop the bill.our government will continue to take responsible measures to fight terrorism
24. deflected
    Food SafetyMr. Malcolm Allen (NDP) asked Mrs. Cathy McLeod (Conservative). substantive question.The response highlights ratings and hiring but avoids committing to stop cuts or restore inspectors.In 2014, we hired more than 200 front-line inspectors.
25. partly answered
    Food SafetyMs. Ruth Ellen Brosseau (NDP) asked Mrs. Cathy McLeod (Conservative). substantive question.Mentions new inspectors but ignores reported shortages and cuts by shifting to general praise.I want to reiterate our commitment in economic action plan 2014 for 200 more front-line food safety inspectors.
26. partly answered
    SeniorsMs. Marjolaine Boutin-Sweet (NDP) asked Alice Wong (Conservative). loaded question.Addresses attendance by noting staff sent and lists record but avoids why issues not prioritized.At this morning's meeting, I was unable to attend, but I did send my staff.
27. deflected
    SeniorsMs. Irene Mathyssen (NDP) asked Alice Wong (Conservative). substantive question.Notes staff sent and lists past actions but does not address strategy in budget or listening to experts.We have had the largest increase in the GIS in a quarter-century.
28. misdirected
    EthicsWayne Easter (Liberal) asked Mr. Paul Calandra (Conservative). substantive question.Ignores question on makeup expenses and instead attacks the asker and opposition on unrelated expenses.I am very surprised to be getting a question about expenses from that particular member of Parliament.
29. misdirected
    EthicsWayne Easter (Liberal) asked Mr. Paul Calandra (Conservative). substantive question.Avoids PM judgement and Duffy issues by redirecting to Liberal member's past makeup expenses.I would suggest that he turn around and look at the Liberal member of Parliament for, I think it is Mississauga—Brampton South , who was accused of charging taxpayers for makeup expenses during a campaign.
30. answered
    National DefenceMr. Dennis Bevington (NDP) asked Julian Fantino (Conservative). substantive question.Directly states number of deaths not given but details benefits and services available to Rangers.Canadian Rangers who are injured during active duty have access to a suite of benefits and services provided by the Canadian Armed Forces
31. deflected
    Northern DevelopmentMr. Dennis Bevington (NDP) asked Leona Aglukkaq (Conservative). substantive question.Lists economic projects and growth but ignores Arctic Council shift and food security concerns raised.Each year between 2010 and 2013, both the economy and the number of jobs across the north increased
32. deflected
    National DefenceMs. Yvonne Jones (Liberal) asked Julian Fantino (Conservative). loaded question.Claims action on Rangers but does not address deaths, gag order or lack of instructors.we are in fact the only party in this House that takes our responsibility to the Rangers and our north seriously, and we are acting on it full bore.
33. deflected
    Canadian HeritageMs. Annick Papillon (NDP) asked Shelly Glover (Conservative). loaded question.The answer restates general 2017 plans and a past pilot project without addressing the specific funding deadline or confirmation requested.We have already had discussions with them.
34. partly answered
    Marine TransportationMr. Bruce Hyer (Green) asked Lisa Raitt (Conservative). substantive question.The answer explains pilots' role and notes the ongoing review but offers no position on changing requirements for Thunder Bay.It will be looking at the future of transportation in Canada, and I am sure this issue will come to its attention.
35. answered
    Canadian Coast GuardMr. Scott Andrews (Independent) asked Gail Shea (Conservative). substantive question.The answer directly addresses response capability by describing the certified regime and partners available on the east coast.They do have the equipment and the expertise to respond.
36. misdirected
    Consumer ProtectionMr. André Bellavance (Independent) asked Ed Holder (Conservative). loaded question.The answer pivots to gas pump inspections instead of addressing Competition Act amendments or the petroleum monitoring agency.our government took action by passing a new law that makes gas pump inspections mandatory.