Conservatives press Liberals on TPP during supply day debate

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1. deflected
   Democratic ReformJason Kenney (Conservative) asked Maryam Monsef (Liberal). substantive question.The answer pivots to engaging underrepresented groups rather than addressing the referendum precedent.I have yet to hear from him or his colleagues on how a referendum could help us hear from those who do not traditionally engage in the democratic process, like young people, women, indigenous persons, those with disabilities and exceptionalities, and those living in remote and rural regions of this country.
2. deflected
   Democratic ReformJason Kenney (Conservative) asked Maryam Monsef (Liberal). substantive question.The answer dismisses the premise and shifts to Twitter impressions instead of addressing the referendum mandate.Yesterday, the first day that we brought forward the conversation on electoral reform, the hashtag, #electoral reform, on Twitter alone, garnered nearly 12 million impressions in one day.
3. deflected
   Democratic ReformJason Kenney (Conservative) asked Maryam Monsef (Liberal). substantive question.The answer offers general statements on leadership and vision without addressing the referendum or public decision-making.Our government has a vision for a healthier democracy, and there is no lack of leadership on this side of the aisle.
4. deflected
   Democratic ReformSteven Blaney (Conservative) asked Maryam Monsef (Liberal). substantive question.The answer emphasizes listening to specific groups but avoids any commitment to a referendum.We are committed to ensuring that young people, new Canadians, indigenous persons, those with disabilities and exceptionalities, seniors, and those living in the rural and remote regions of our country, have a meaningful opportunity to engage in this process.
5. deflected
   Democratic ReformSteven Blaney (Conservative) asked Maryam Monsef (Liberal). loaded question.The answer restates the consultation process and denies changes have been presented, sidestepping the loaded accusations.Yesterday, we announced the first step towards hearing from Canadians about how to bring their democracy into the 21st century.
6. partly answered
   Democratic ReformMs. Marjolaine Boutin-Sweet (NDP) asked Maryam Monsef (Liberal). substantive question.The answer directly explains the proposed roles for non-recognized parties but does not address the voting rights issue.Under our proposal, members of the Bloc Québécois and the Green Party would be able to participate in developing the witness lists, question witnesses, travel with the committee for hearings across the country, and have the opportunity to provide their input into the final report.
7. deflected
   Democratic ReformMs. Marjolaine Boutin-Sweet (NDP) asked Maryam Monsef (Liberal). substantive question.The answer shifts to engaging underrepresented Canadians and ideal outcomes without addressing committee composition or unilateral power.this is indeed an historic opportunity for all of us to go out of our way to engage those Canadians who do not traditionally engage in the democratic process.
8. misdirected
   Foreign AffairsMs. Hélène Laverdière (NDP) asked Stéphane Dion (Liberal). loaded question.The answer attacks the NDP's consistency instead of addressing the Saudi arms export and civilian impact question.the party that is being consistent on this issue is the Liberal Party.
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   Foreign AffairsMs. Hélène Laverdière (NDP) asked Stéphane Dion (Liberal). rhetorical question.The answer affirms trust in the government without clarifying the contradiction on export permits to Saudi Arabia.This is not a party that switches views after the election, after committing to everything before the election.
10. deflected
    Democratic ReformMr. Scott Reid (Conservative) asked Maryam Monsef (Liberal). loaded question.The answer discusses engaging marginalized groups instead of addressing the call for a referendum on electoral reform.However, this particular reform process is about engaging those who do not have a platform to share their thoughts, their needs, and their aspirations, including young people, indigenous persons, women, those with disabilities and exceptionalities, new Canadians, those living in rural and remote regions of our country, and those of more humble socio-economic background.
11. deflected
    Democratic ReformMr. Scott Reid (Conservative) asked Maryam Monsef (Liberal). substantive question.The answer lists broad principles for reform without resolving the contradiction on whether a referendum will occur.This committee will be shaped by an important set of broad-based principles that include pursuing an effective and legitimate voting system which more accurately reflects Canadians' electoral wishes, a system that better engages all Canadians, one that fosters civility, consensus building, cohesion, an accessible system, one with integrity, and one that enhances the connection between representatives and their constituents.
12. deflected
    Democratic ReformMr. Blake Richards (Conservative) asked Maryam Monsef (Liberal). loaded question.The answer restates the promise to end first-past-the-post without committing to a referendum.2015 was the last federal election conducted under the first-past-the-post system.
13. deflected
    Democratic ReformMr. Blake Richards (Conservative) asked Maryam Monsef (Liberal). loaded question.The answer accuses the opposition of contradictory criticism while avoiding the referendum question.on the one hand, members' opposite ridicule the idea of listening to Canadians and on the other hand, they criticize us for not listening to Canadians.
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    Democratic ReformMr. Tom Kmiec (Conservative) asked Maryam Monsef (Liberal). substantive question.The answer emphasizes consulting all Canadians without addressing the demand for a referendum.we are committed to hearing from all Canadians in all 338 ridings across this great nation.
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    Democratic ReformMr. Tom Kmiec (Conservative) asked Maryam Monsef (Liberal). substantive question.The answer is cut off but pivots to motivation without confirming a referendum commitment.our motivation with this whole process is to ensure that—
16. partly answered
    Indigenous AffairsMs. Georgina Jolibois (NDP) asked Jane Philpott (Liberal). substantive question.The answer acknowledges the need and states ongoing work on mental health services for the specified communities.I am in conversations with my officials and the first nations and Inuit health branch on a daily basis about how we could increase access to mental health services in communities like La Loche and Cross Lake.
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    Indigenous AffairsMr. Charlie Angus (NDP) asked Ms. Yvonne Jones (Liberal). rhetorical question.The answer discusses general investments in child and family services but avoids addressing the lack of specific funding for Jordan's principle in the estimates.Our initiatives this year have provided $600 million and more over five years to be invested in children and families on reserve.
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    EthicsMr. Chris Warkentin (Conservative) asked Lawrence MacAulay (Liberal). substantive question.The answer criticizes the questioner for not focusing on agricultural issues instead of addressing why the chief of staff remains on the payroll given the conflict ruling.it is unfortunate my hon. colleague across the way cannot focus on agricultural issues, but I can assure him we can.
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    EthicsMr. Chris Warkentin (Conservative) asked Lawrence MacAulay (Liberal). substantive question.The answer mischaracterizes the question as requiring no agricultural experience rather than addressing the conflict of interest restrictions on the chief of staff.again my hon. colleague thinks the only requirement to work for the Department of Agriculture and the Minister of Agriculture is to have no experience in agriculture.
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    EthicsMr. Bev Shipley (Conservative) asked Lawrence MacAulay (Liberal). substantive question.The answer repeats assurances about compliance with the Conflict of Interest Commissioner without addressing the hiring decision or conflict.my chief of staff has completed all the requirements of the Conflict of Interest Commissioner and is willing to abide by all guidelines set forward.
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    EthicsMr. Jacques Gourde (Conservative) asked Lawrence MacAulay (Liberal). substantive question.The answer praises the chief of staff and reiterates compliance but does not address why she remains in the role given the recusal requirements.my chief of staff is an outstanding member of her community and has a good understanding of agriculture.
22. partly answered
    Canadian HeritageMr. Pierre Nantel (NDP) asked Mélanie Joly (Liberal). substantive question.The answer addresses the investments in arts and culture and ongoing work with Treasury Board but does not explain the apparent absence of funds in the budget.I am currently working with my colleague at the Treasury Board to ensure that these funds are directed to the organizations concerned.
23. partly answered
    Rail TransportationMr. Alexandre Boulerice (NDP) asked Marc Garneau (Liberal). loaded question.The answer addresses the rail bypass study and inspections for Lac-Mégantic but ignores the criticism of Quebec Liberal members and the Senate proposal.We have conducted over 100 inspections in the Lac-Mégantic region since 2013.
24. answered
    International TradeEd Fast (Conservative) asked Chrystia Freeland (Liberal). substantive question.The answer directly explains the government's plan for consultations on the TPP before deciding on support.The trade committee, this week, is travelling the country to listen to Canadians.
25. deflected
    International TradeEd Fast (Conservative) asked Chrystia Freeland (Liberal). loaded question.Answer highlights other trade deals and export stats but never addresses TPP support.We are opening up new markets with CETA, whose legal scrub has now been completed.
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    EthicsMr. Blaine Calkins (Conservative) asked Dominic LeBlanc (Liberal). loaded question.Answer defends the trip's value without disclosing the requested cost breakdown.Every dollar spent on that trip was worth it for Canadians.
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    EthicsMr. Gérard Deltell (Conservative) asked Dominic LeBlanc (Liberal). loaded question.Answer repeats the trip's historic nature but supplies no numbers on attendees or cost.this is the first time since 1997 that Canada has been awarded the honour of a state dinner at the White House.
28. partly answered
    Employment InsuranceMs. Niki Ashton (NDP) asked Mr. Rodger Cuzner (Liberal). substantive question.Answer acknowledges leadership on EI extensions but does not commit to fixing gaps for all regions.The minister is looking at them with her staff and will be responding appropriately.
29. answered
    Status of WomenMr. Kennedy Stewart (NDP) asked Maryam Monsef (Liberal). loaded question.Answer directly explains the minister's position and confirms a free vote.this specific initiative is not the best way forward.
30. deflected
    International TradeMr. Todd Doherty (Conservative) asked Chrystia Freeland (Liberal). loaded question.Answer blames the prior government and lists actions taken but offers no new agreement timeline.I would like to start by reminding the hon. member that it was his government that left Canadians without a softwood lumber agreement.
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    International TradeMr. Todd Doherty (Conservative) asked Chrystia Freeland (Liberal). loaded question.Answer denies any TPP-softwood link and stresses pursuit of a good deal without committing to a November deadline.
32. partly answered
    International TradeMr. Bernard Généreux (Conservative) asked Chrystia Freeland (Liberal). substantive question.Answer affirms ongoing talks with the U.S. but provides no concrete timeline for finalizing the agreement.I am in regular contact with my American counterpart, Michael Froman, on this issue.
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    Immigration, Refugees and CitizenshipMichelle Rempel (Conservative) asked John McCallum (Liberal). substantive question.The answer questions the premise and pivots to unrelated housing statistics instead of addressing school board costs.I would question the premise of that question, but we will certainly look into it.
34. deflected
    The EnvironmentMr. Wayne Stetski (NDP) asked Catherine McKenna (Liberal). substantive question.The answer promotes general park principles and free access without addressing consultation or the specific trail project.This investment in Jasper National Park follows this principle.
35. partly answered
    Foreign AffairsMr. James Bezan (Conservative) asked Stéphane Dion (Liberal). substantive question.The answer acknowledges the issue and notes existing tools but does not commit to supporting the new legislation.The committee will have to review, very carefully, the Special Economic Measures Act to address this kind of problem.
36. partly answered
    Democratic ReformMr. Rhéal Fortin (Bloc) asked Maryam Monsef (Liberal). loaded question.The answer explains inclusion of representatives but sidesteps the core accusation of disproportionate control.Although the Bloc Québécois and the Green Party do not have official party status and do not normally have a seat around committee tables, we believe it is important to have a representative from each party at the table
37. deflected
    Foreign AffairsMr. Luc Thériault (Bloc) asked Stéphane Dion (Liberal). loaded question.The answer emphasizes ongoing dialogue and existing powers without addressing the specific question on human rights trade-offs.With respect to export permits, as I have said repeatedly, the Minister of Foreign Affairs has the power to cancel them if Canadian equipment is being misused.
38. answered
    Business of the HouseMr. Andrew Scheer (Conservative) asked Dominic LeBlanc (Liberal). substantive question.The answer provides a clear schedule for the week's and next week's business as requested.this afternoon, we will continue with the Conservative opposition day.