Commons debates shift in Canada's ISIL mission

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1. deflected
   FinanceMr. Gérard Deltell (Conservative) asked Scott Brison (Liberal). loaded question.The answer ignores the question on spending control and pivots to general economic priorities.we were elected with a mandate to implement a plan that will stimulate economic growth and create jobs.
2. misdirected
   FinanceMr. Gérard Deltell (Conservative) asked Scott Brison (Liberal). loaded question.The answer attacks the prior government instead of addressing broken promises listed.
3. partly answered
   Physician-Assisted DyingMr. Gérard Deltell (Conservative) asked Scott Brison (Liberal). substantive question.The answer acknowledges the committee process but does not confirm whether a free vote will occur.We will take that report seriously and we will work with members of Parliament from all parties in a non-partisan way on this issue.
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   Natural ResourcesMr. Andrew Scheer (Conservative) asked Scott Brison (Liberal). loaded question.The answer discusses market access instead of addressing the carbon tax impact on jobs.Under the previous government, the Conservatives were unsuccessful in getting one metre of access to tidewater for Canadian energy.
5. partly answered
   Natural ResourcesMr. Andrew Scheer (Conservative) asked Scott Brison (Liberal). substantive question.The answer notes past provincial carbon pricing but does not guarantee an opt-out for Saskatchewan.across Canada individual governments have priced carbon.
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   Air CanadaMr. Peter Julian (NDP) asked Scott Brison (Liberal). substantive question.The answer shifts to Bombardier and general industry support without addressing Aveos job protections.We are pleased to see Air Canada purchasing CS300 series planes from Bombardier.
7. deflected
   Air CanadaMr. Peter Julian (NDP) asked Scott Brison (Liberal). substantive question.The answer promotes broad investments rather than explaining the planned change to the Air Canada Act.We are investing in science, we are investing in innovation, we are investing in infrastructure
8. partly answered
   CBC/Radio-CanadaMs. Brigitte Sansoucy (NDP) asked Mr. Randy Boissonnault (Liberal). substantive question.The answer mentions reinvestment and consultation but does not specify guarantees on production capacity or blank-cheque limits.We will reinvest in CBC/Radio-Canada to help with the digital transformation and plan for the future.
9. answered
   CBC/Radio-CanadaMs. Brigitte Sansoucy (NDP) asked Mr. Randy Boissonnault (Liberal). substantive question.The answer directly states that all options were considered for the tower.all options were considered for the CBC/Radio-Canada tower.
10. deflected
    Natural ResourcesMr. Kevin Waugh (Conservative) asked Catherine McKenna (Liberal). loaded question.The answer avoids the Saskatchewan-specific economic pain and instead promotes general carbon pricing benefits.I am very surprised that the member opposite does not believe in a market mechanism that will help tackle climate change, create clean jobs, and stimulate innovation.
11. partly answered
    Natural ResourcesMr. Robert Kitchen (Conservative) asked Catherine McKenna (Liberal). loaded question.The answer acknowledges job losses but pivots to the general environment-economy plan without addressing the carbon tax timing.we are certainly concerned about the situation in Saskatchewan and the job losses that are due to low commodity prices.
12. deflected
    Natural ResourcesEd Fast (Conservative) asked Catherine McKenna (Liberal). loaded question.The answer shifts to criticizing the previous government rather than addressing the carbon tax impact on current job losses.Unfortunately, under the previous government, because the Conservatives took a position against developing resources in a sustainable way and diversifying the economy, we actually were not able to create the jobs that we need to grow the economy of the future.
13. partly answered
    Natural ResourcesEd Fast (Conservative) asked Catherine McKenna (Liberal). loaded question.The answer mentions the upcoming premiers' meeting but does not address the failure to deliver the plan or the foreign spending criticism.The Prime Minister is meeting on March 3 with the premiers of the provinces, as well as the territories, to actually develop this pan-Canadian plan.
14. partly answered
    Intergovernmental RelationsMr. Dan Albas (Conservative) asked Navdeep Bains (Liberal). substantive question.The answer confirms progress on internal trade barriers but does not confirm whether an agreement will be announced at the Vancouver meeting.We were able to make sure that we are making progress on meaningful areas to reduce barriers, to harmonize regulation.
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    The EconomyMr. Larry Maguire (Conservative) asked Mr. François-Philippe Champagne (Liberal). loaded question.The answer lists Liberal spending plans instead of addressing the debt increase or comparison to NDP policies.In December, we started to follow through on our plan by lowering taxes for the middle class, a measure that is benefiting more than nine million Canadians.
16. partly answered
    Royal Canadian Mounted PoliceMr. Romeo Saganash (NDP) asked Mr. Michel Picard (Liberal). substantive question.The answer acknowledges the issue but only notes suspensions without addressing systemic handling of complaints.I want to inform the House that two members of the RCMP have been suspended in connection with this issue.
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    Royal Canadian Mounted PoliceMr. Murray Rankin (NDP) asked Mr. Michel Picard (Liberal). substantive question.The answer expresses concern but does not address the call for an independent review.I reiterate that we are concerned about harassment and we are working with RCMP officials to ensure that the RCMP provides a workplace free from harassment and sexual violence.
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    TaxationMs. Dianne Watts (Conservative) asked Navdeep Bains (Liberal). substantive question.The response acknowledges concerns but shifts focus to the innovation agenda without committing to canceling the tax.We have heard their concerns around stock options. We are engaged with them.
19. answered
    Air TransportationMs. Dianne Watts (Conservative) asked Ms. Kate Young (Liberal). substantive question.The answer directly explains the government's position on the tripartite agreement.the Government of Canada will not reopen the tripartite agreement between the federal government, the City of Toronto, and Ports Toronto.
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    Public Services and ProcurementMr. Luc Berthold (Conservative) asked Ms. Leona Alleslev (Liberal). substantive question.The answer avoids addressing the location of boat building and instead discusses general commitments.To support our electoral commitment to be more transparent and open, we will be providing regular updates to Parliament and the public on the progress of the shipbuilding strategy.
21. answered
    Public Services and ProcurementMr. Kelly McCauley (Conservative) asked Ms. Leona Alleslev (Liberal). loaded question.The answer explicitly states that the vessels will be built in Canada, countering the premise.The vessels will be built in Canada.
22. partly answered
    TelecommunicationsMr. Guy Caron (NDP) asked Navdeep Bains (Liberal). substantive question.The response affirms support for competition but does not outline specific actions beyond general statements.we continue to support competition, choice, and availability of services.
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    TelecommunicationsMr. Gord Johns (NDP) asked Navdeep Bains (Liberal). substantive question.The answer highlights the CRTC's independence without committing to ministerial intervention.As I said, with respect to the CRTC, it is an independent tribunal and it will make its own decisions
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    National DefenceMr. James Bezan (Conservative) asked Harjit S. Sajjan (Liberal). loaded question.The answer counters the air-only approach by explaining the need for ground efforts but does not directly respond to stopping atrocities via reason.I agree with hon. member opposite about the atrocities that ISIL is committing, but I would also remind him that with an enemy like this that commits these atrocities, we cannot take it out from the air.
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    National DefenceMr. James Bezan (Conservative) asked Harjit S. Sajjan (Liberal). loaded question.The answer directly addresses the timing of the announcement and the acknowledgment of CF-18 contributions.Also, the member opposite knows I actually made the announcement during the debate when the member opposite was standing right here in front of me.
26. misdirected
    National DefenceMrs. Cheryl Gallant (Conservative) asked Harjit S. Sajjan (Liberal). loaded question.The answer shifts blame to the previous government instead of addressing current protection for troops.Regarding an anti-armour capability, it should have been provided before the Liberal government was elected, when our ground troops went there in the first place.
27. answered
    National DefenceMr. Pierre Paul-Hus (Conservative) asked Harjit S. Sajjan (Liberal). substantive question.The answer explains the coalition approach and additional capabilities provided for ground forces.When we put our military package together for the coalition, we consulted, we looked at the gaps, and we provided the necessary capacity.
28. answered
    LabourMs. Sheri Benson (NDP) asked Mr. Rodger Cuzner (Liberal). substantive question.The answer confirms action via Bill C-4 to repeal prior legislation and pursue further labour issues.We will continue to work on labour issues, fair wages, and the definition of danger.
29. answered
    Statistics CanadaMr. Kennedy Stewart (NDP) asked Scott Brison (Liberal). substantive question.The answer confirms restoring the long-form census and evidence-based decision-making.one of the first things that our government did was to bring back the long-form census.
30. deflected
    Foreign AffairsMr. David Sweet (Conservative) asked Stéphane Dion (Liberal). substantive question.The answer avoids a direct condemnation of BDS and instead criticizes the opposition for dividing the House.the attempt of the Conservatives to divide the House on this issue failed yesterday, and it will always fail as long as we have this government in place.
31. answered
    Foreign AffairsMr. Alexander Nuttall (Conservative) asked Stéphane Dion (Liberal). loaded question.The answer clarifies the scope of consular assistance to those unfairly jailed.Who we want to free are those Canadians that are unfairly put in jail everywhere in the world.
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    CopyrightPierre Poilievre (Conservative) asked Navdeep Bains (Liberal). substantive question.The answer affirms support for the Marrakesh Treaty and ongoing work on accessibility for print-disabled Canadians.This government is working to address this challenge by facilitating, for persons with a print disability, published works around areas of audio and large print to provide greater accessibility and opportunities for all Canadians.
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    The EconomyMrs. Karen Vecchio (Conservative) asked Mr. François-Philippe Champagne (Liberal). loaded question.The answer dismisses the question as unclear then pivots to listing government actions without addressing the delay or planning issue.If any party has been clear about its plan for the middle class, it is the current government.
34. answered
    HealthMr. Colin Carrie (Conservative) asked Jane Philpott (Liberal). substantive question.The answer directly details the steps taken on Zika prevention and travel advice, matching the query.We have advised Canadians every day to make sure they are taking protective measures if it is necessary for them to travel to affected regions.
35. partly answered
    International TradeMrs. Marilène Gill (Bloc) asked Chrystia Freeland (Liberal). substantive question.The answer affirms priority and lists contacts made but does not address recognition of Quebec's specific forestry regime or subsidy concerns.Our goal is to maintain stable access to the American market for Canada's softwood lumber industry.
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    Aerospace IndustryMr. Xavier Barsalou-Duval (Bloc) asked Navdeep Bains (Liberal). loaded question.The answer discusses the sector's importance and due diligence but avoids committing to immediate assistance or addressing the pipeline swap premise.That is why we are engaged with the company.
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    International TradeMs. Monique Pauzé (Bloc) asked Mr. Jean-Claude Poissant (Liberal). substantive question.The answer endorses free trade and market access but does not address setting up the promised compensation fund for cheese producers.The Government of Canada strongly supports free trade and the implementation of the Canada-Europe free trade agreement.