Commons resumes throne speech debate as Liberals take power

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Question Period, exchange by exchange

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1. partly answered
   National DefenceRona Ambrose (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). loaded question.The answer explains an alternative engagement strategy but does not directly justify the decision to withdraw CF-18s in response to the premise of stepping back.we have also made a clear commitment to withdraw the six CF-18 fighter jets and to engage in a continued way militarily, in humanitarian efforts, and in refugee efforts, which we are continuing to do.
2. deflected
   National DefenceRona Ambrose (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). loaded question.The response reframes the issue around general engagement methods rather than addressing the specific threshold question about CF-18 withdrawal.The question has always been how best to engage, how can Canada use its strengths and the extraordinary strengths of men and women in the Canadian Forces to support in the fight against ISIS?
3. partly answered
   National DefenceRona Ambrose (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). loaded question.The answer confirms discussions with allies and ongoing support but avoids directly addressing the accusation of prioritizing ideology over allies.just a couple of weeks ago I sat down with President Obama and discussed and confirmed that Canada would continue to be a strong supporter of the coalition against ISIL
4. deflected
   National DefenceDenis Lebel (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.The response shifts focus to avoiding publicity for ISIS instead of confirming alignment with President Obama's stated vision.what we will not do is continue trying to talk about it and give ISIS any free publicity, since we know that that group uses propaganda in order to grow and gain credibility.
5. partly answered
   National DefenceDenis Lebel (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.The answer restates military commitment without detailing specific defensive measures against ISIS.We will remain engaged in terms of our military, but we are withdrawing our fighter jets.
6. partly answered
   The EnvironmentThomas Mulcair (NDP) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). loaded question.The answer outlines new investments but does not confirm whether emissions will decrease in 2016 as asked.we promised to provide tens of billions of dollars for new investments in green infrastructure, innovation, green energy, and clean energy.
7. deflected
   The EnvironmentThomas Mulcair (NDP) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.The response emphasizes provincial consultation instead of addressing whether targets will be made binding through legislation.Canada is a federation with ten provinces that all have different approaches and different requirements.
8. partly answered
   The EnvironmentThomas Mulcair (NDP) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.The answer commits to a review process but does not specify whether current pipeline projects will include GHG impacts in assessments.We will launch a public review, and we will make the changes needed to restore public confidence in the environmental assessment of natural resource projects.
9. deflected
   Canada PostThomas Mulcair (NDP) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.The answer restates a general commitment to services without addressing the specific home delivery promise or contradiction raised.We will work with Canada Post.
10. deflected
    FinanceLisa Raitt (Conservative) asked Bill Morneau (Liberal). substantive question.The answer discusses infrastructure investments and debt targets but does not quantify costs of any broken promises.We will make significant investments in our economy through infrastructure investments.
11. deflected
    FinanceLisa Raitt (Conservative) asked Bill Morneau (Liberal). loaded question.The answer pivots to middle-class tax breaks without engaging the specific tax and payroll questions posed.Today we are starting with a very important part of our plan, and that is middle-class tax breaks
12. deflected
    FinanceLisa Raitt (Conservative) asked Bill Morneau (Liberal). substantive question.The answer acknowledges economic challenges but does not explain why the oil sector was omitted from the throne speech.We are looking forward to making significant investments in our economy to help the growth of the economy
13. deflected
    FinanceMr. Gérard Deltell (Conservative) asked Bill Morneau (Liberal). substantive question.The answer promises future budget transparency without stating costs of the broken promises.Our goal is to give Canadians a clear understanding of the fiscal situation from which we can make investments
14. partly answered
    FinanceMr. Gérard Deltell (Conservative) asked Bill Morneau (Liberal). substantive question.The answer claims the plan will help entrepreneurs but does not address their specific omission from the throne speech.Our goal is to help entrepreneurs, to help businesses across the country by setting forward a plan
15. deflected
    FinanceMr. Phil McColeman (Conservative) asked Bill Morneau (Liberal). substantive question.The answer focuses on middle-class tax cuts without confirming or denying plans for specific tax credits.Today is the day we have said we are going to reduce middle-class taxes by asking those Canadians who are doing very well to pay a little bit more.
16. partly answered
    FinanceMr. Guy Caron (NDP) asked Bill Morneau (Liberal). substantive question.The answer asserts broad benefits but does not commit to working with the NDP on revisions.Our plan, when looked at in totality over the coming months, will show that nine out of 10 Canadian families will be better off
17. partly answered
    FinanceMr. Guy Caron (NDP) asked Bill Morneau (Liberal). substantive question.The answer promotes the Liberal plan but sidesteps the specific question on median incomes and working with the NDP.Our plan enumerated during our campaign will help nine out of 10 families to be better off.
18. deflected
    Immigration, Refugees and CitizenshipMichelle Rempel (Conservative) asked John McCallum (Liberal). substantive question.The answer avoids providing the exact number of exit permits requested.we have pursued a totally open communication policy with Canadians.
19. deflected
    Immigration, Refugees and CitizenshipMichelle Rempel (Conservative) asked John McCallum (Liberal). substantive question.The answer discusses provincial support but gives no numbers on refugees identified or visas issued.If we take all the numbers presented by every provincial minister, that number exceeds 25,000.
20. answered
    Immigration, Refugees and CitizenshipMr. Bob Saroya (Conservative) asked John McCallum (Liberal). substantive question.The answer directly states there will be no impact on other refugee processing.other refugees will not be affected by the Syrian case.
21. deflected
    International DevelopmentDeepak Obhrai (Conservative) asked Marie-Claude Bibeau (Liberal). loaded question.The answer focuses only on aid spending and ignores the question about military engagement with ISIL.last week we said that we would contribute $100 million in humanitarian assistance
22. deflected
    Indigenous AffairsMr. Romeo Saganash (NDP) asked Carolyn Bennett (Liberal). substantive question.The answer offers no timeline or details on the education funding plans.This government is committed to a nation-to-nation relationship.
23. partly answered
    Indigenous AffairsMr. Charlie Angus (NDP) asked Carolyn Bennett (Liberal). substantive question.The answer acknowledges the need for timelines but provides none.I look forward to working with the member to make sure that happens and then we will have realistic timelines and goals
24. deflected
    National DefenceMr. James Bezan (Conservative) asked Harjit S. Sajjan (Liberal). loaded question.The answer avoids any discussion of cuts and instead emphasizes increases.We will be making sure that the planned increases remain in place
25. answered
    National DefenceMr. James Bezan (Conservative) asked Stéphane Dion (Liberal). loaded question.The response directly explains the government's differing strategy on fighting ISIS.Our view is that we will be more optimally effective with our allies in fighting this awful terrorist group if we stop delivering only 2% of the air strikes and focus on where Canada will make a real difference.
26. deflected
    National DefenceMr. Pierre Paul-Hus (Conservative) asked Harjit S. Sajjan (Liberal). substantive question.The answer discusses general efficiency without specifying any divisions or cuts.We want to make sure that every department strives for efficiency and our government plans to do so, making sure that we have the right resources at the pointy end where our men and women need them the most.
27. answered
    National DefenceMr. Pierre Paul-Hus (Conservative) asked Stéphane Dion (Liberal). loaded question.The response directly outlines Canada's planned contributions to counter the premise of inaction.Canada will do its part to fight this terrorist group. It will do so efficiently by drawing on its own strengths, such as training military and police forces, supporting governance and building institutions that Iraqis can trust.
28. partly answered
    Status of WomenMs. Sheila Malcolmson (NDP) asked Patricia Hajdu (Liberal). substantive question.The answer commits to quick action but gives no specific timeline for the inquiry.We intend to move forward incredibly quickly and with a great deal of respect.
29. deflected
    Status of WomenMs. Brigitte Sansoucy (NDP) asked Patricia Hajdu (Liberal). substantive question.The response shares personal experience without addressing investment timing or shelters.Therefore, it is my incredible honour to be able to work on this file and ensure that when women need a safe place to stay, barriers will be eliminated, and even more, that we move forward to transitional housing that would eliminate the need for the cycle of sheltering.
30. deflected
    International TradeGerry Ritz (Conservative) asked Chrystia Freeland (Liberal). substantive question.The answer avoids any timeline and instead corrects the asker while emphasizing process.The member might want to have a coffee with the hon. member for Abbotsford who is well versed in the details of how trade deals work.
31. partly answered
    International TradeMr. Jacques Gourde (Conservative) asked Chrystia Freeland (Liberal). substantive question.The response affirms support for farmers but does not clarify the compensation commitment.We will stand up for Canadian farmers. My colleague, the Minister of Agriculture , and I have already met with farmers on this matter.
32. deflected
    International TradeMr. Chris Warkentin (Conservative) asked Chrystia Freeland (Liberal). loaded question.The answer shifts blame to the prior government and focuses on legislative steps instead of the minister's actions.the discriminatory COOL legislation was in place for eight years during the previous government's rule.
33. deflected
    Indigenous AffairsMrs. Cathy McLeod (Conservative) asked Carolyn Bennett (Liberal). substantive question.The answer thanks the asker and discusses general commitment without providing any cost figures.It was inappropriate for us to cherry-pick out of the 94 recommendations.
34. partly answered
    Canada PostMs. Karine Trudel (NDP) asked Judy Foote (Liberal). substantive question.The answer directly commits to stopping further installations but shifts focus to roadside mailboxes and a future review rather than confirming the exact request.we certainly can commit that there will not be any more roadside mailboxes installed.
35. deflected
    Democratic ReformMr. Scott Reid (Conservative) asked Maryam Monsef (Liberal). substantive question.The answer restates the government's election commitment without addressing the proposal for a referendum on any new system.This will be the last first past the post federal election in our history.
36. deflected
    HealthMr. Rhéal Fortin (Bloc) asked Jane Philpott (Liberal). substantive question.The answer discusses upholding the Canada Health Act and future meetings but does not address the specific 6% transfer increase or opt-out compensation requested.On the matter of the Canada Health Act, we sincerely uphold the Canada Health Act and its principles, including universality.
37. deflected
    HealthMr. Luc Thériault (Bloc) asked Jody Wilson-Raybould (Liberal). substantive question.The answer emphasizes the need for discussion and an all-party committee but does not confirm any guarantee regarding Quebec's legislation timeline.We are committed to working with parliamentarians and asking the House to strike an all-party committee to examine this issue and proceed in a—
38. deflected
    TaxationMrs. Marilène Gill (Bloc) asked Bill Morneau (Liberal). substantive question.The answer states the plan for a new benefit in 2016 but does not address making the existing universal child care benefit tax-free for 2015.we intend to bring forward a new Canada child benefit in the course of our budget 2016.