Liberals impose time allocation on Canada pension plan bill

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1. deflected
   Natural ResourcesRona Ambrose (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.The answer discusses general principles on economy and environment without addressing whether the PM will champion the pipelines.we understand that we cannot build a strong economy without protecting the environment at the same time.
2. deflected
   Foreign AffairsRona Ambrose (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). loaded question.The answer shifts to general human rights mentions and friendship instead of explaining the praise for Castro.Canadians well know that whenever I am anywhere on the world stage, I bring up human rights
3. deflected
   Foreign AffairsRona Ambrose (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). loaded question.The answer shifts to general human rights mentions and friendship instead of explaining the praise for Castro.Canadians are well aware that whenever I am anywhere on the world stage, I bring up human rights
4. deflected
   EthicsRona Ambrose (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.The answer discusses general election financing rules without addressing the specific fundraiser or marijuana lobbyists.we have, at the federal level, some of the strongest rules around election financing
5. deflected
   EthicsRona Ambrose (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.The answer discusses general election financing rules without addressing the specific events or ethical guidelines.Canadians can be reassured about the level of accountability and openness
6. misdirected
   EthicsThomas Mulcair (NDP) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.The answer addresses the canola deal outcome but avoids what was discussed with Mr. Liu at the dinner.this government is very proud that we stood up for western canola farmers and got access to the Chinese market.
7. deflected
   EthicsThomas Mulcair (NDP) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.The answer discusses general election financing rules without addressing the specific events or rules violations.Canadians can be assured that our electoral financing system is extremely robust.
8. deflected
   Natural ResourcesThomas Mulcair (NDP) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). loaded question.The answer frames a general balancing act without addressing the Kinder Morgan review reversal or betrayal claim.one of the fundamental responsibilities of any Canadian prime minister is to get our resources to market
9. deflected
   Natural ResourcesThomas Mulcair (NDP) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). rhetorical question.The question accuses betrayal rather than seeking information and the answer pivots to general economic-environmental principles without addressing Kinder Morgan or shame.Our government and Canadians understand that we need to create economic opportunities, economic growth, and jobs while protecting the environment.
10. deflected
    EthicsTony Clement (Conservative) asked Bardish Chagger (Liberal). loaded question.The question assumes rule-breaking via lobbyist photos and the answer avoids specifics by citing general electoral officer praise and broad compliance claims.It is important that the member recognize that when it comes to fundraising this party follows the rules, and Canadians can be assured of that.
11. deflected
    EthicsTony Clement (Conservative) asked Bardish Chagger (Liberal). loaded question.The question presses on lobby money and access with loaded phrasing and the answer repeats electoral officer quotes while shifting to unrelated access levels.In regard to ticketed fundraising events, he confirmed that every party in every campaign does them.
12. deflected
    EthicsMr. Alain Rayes (Conservative) asked Bardish Chagger (Liberal). loaded question.The question alleges conflict via fundraiser attendance and the answer sidesteps by restating strict rules and electoral officer statements without addressing the event.The Chief Electoral Officer said that political financing laws in Canada are the most advanced and constrained and transparent in the world.
13. deflected
    EthicsMr. Alain Rayes (Conservative) asked Bardish Chagger (Liberal). loaded question.The question claims conflict of interest with the CFO's cannabis ties and the answer ignores the individual to repeat fundraising rule compliance and consultations.the rules governing fundraising are among the strictest in the country and our party follows the rules.
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    EthicsMr. Blaine Calkins (Conservative) asked Bardish Chagger (Liberal). loaded question.The question uses puns to allege paid access and the answer evades by praising consultations and repeating electoral officer quotes on rules.Even the Chief Electoral Officer has stated that they are some of the strictest in the world.
15. misdirected
    EthicsMr. Blaine Calkins (Conservative) asked Bardish Chagger (Liberal). loaded question.The question accuses cash-for-access with lobbyists and the answer turns to unrelated Waterloo region visitors and collaborative governance instead of addressing the claim.I am actually pleased to stand in this House today when we have representatives from the Waterloo region here.
16. answered
    Indigenous AffairsMs. Georgina Jolibois (NDP) asked Carolyn Bennett (Liberal). substantive question.The question asks if the appeal will be dropped and the answer directly explains the legal reason for appealing while stating commitment to victims.We believe the court's decision goes beyond its jurisdiction by unilaterally changing the settlement agreement, which was agreed to by all parties.
17. partly answered
    Indigenous AffairsMr. Romeo Saganash (NDP) asked Carolyn Bennett (Liberal). substantive question.The answer explains the government's position on the appeal but does not directly state whether it will be dropped.Our position is that the court overstepped its jurisdiction when it ruled to unilaterally change the settlement agreement adopted by all parties.
18. deflected
    Natural ResourcesMr. Mark Strahl (Conservative) asked Jim Carr (Liberal). substantive question.The response highlights the sector's importance and review principles without addressing pipeline approvals.We know how important they have been, and how important they continue to be.
19. deflected
    Natural ResourcesMr. Mark Strahl (Conservative) asked Jim Carr (Liberal). substantive question.The answer acknowledges economic impacts but avoids any commitment on pipeline decisions.We also understand that there are many families in Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Newfoundland and Labrador who have suffered as a result of low commodity prices.
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    Natural ResourcesMr. John Barlow (Conservative) asked Jim Carr (Liberal). substantive question.The response reiterates principles and timelines without addressing the request for immediate action on projects.From the very moment that we announced those principles and the very moment that we announced the timelines, we have been fair and direct with the people of Canada.
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    Natural ResourcesMrs. Shannon Stubbs (Conservative) asked Jim Carr (Liberal). substantive question.The answer criticizes the prior government instead of addressing how to ensure pipelines get built.unfortunately, the way in which the previous government went about the business of having these pipelines approved and built did not work.
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    Freedom of the PressMr. Matthew Dubé (NDP) asked Ralph Goodale (Liberal). substantive question.The response discusses existing reviews and safeguards but does not address launching a public inquiry.We have undertaken to review all of the safeguards in place and we are completely open to receiving representation from journalists and lawyers about what needs to be done to strengthen the law.
23. partly answered
    Foreign InvestmentMr. Don Davies (NDP) asked Navdeep Bains (Liberal). substantive question.The answer confirms the review process and that decisions will be made public, addressing transparency in part.When we make a decision, we will make that public.
24. partly answered
    National DefenceMr. James Bezan (Conservative) asked Harjit S. Sajjan (Liberal). loaded question.The answer clarifies the policy change but does not address the lack of consultation with the air force commander.the member opposite should not take the words out of context.
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    National DefenceMr. James Bezan (Conservative) asked Harjit S. Sajjan (Liberal). loaded question.Answer ignores questions on consultation, gag order and General Hood, shifting to general obligations.the only thing that has changed right now is that we are going to make sure our Canadian Armed Forces have the right tools to fulfill all of the work.
26. partly answered
    National DefenceMr. Pierre Paul-Hus (Conservative) asked Harjit S. Sajjan (Liberal). substantive question.Answer explains the policy change on aircraft numbers but does not specify when or why requirements changed.This is the policy that has changed, that we will not risk manage this gap.
27. deflected
    Public Services and ProcurementMr. Alupa Clarke (Conservative) asked Judy Foote (Liberal). substantive question.Answer avoids confirming jet prices and instead emphasizes an open competition without details.We are not going to prejudge the outcome of an open and transparent competition.
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    Softwood LumberMs. Tracey Ramsey (NDP) asked Chrystia Freeland (Liberal). substantive question.Answer blames previous government and promises defense but offers no new plan or timeline.it was the previous Conservative government that allowed the old softwood lumber agreement to expire and did nothing to launch new negotiations.
29. answered
    TransportationMr. Robert Aubin (NDP) asked Marc Garneau (Liberal). loaded question.Answer directly counters budget cut claims with specific new funding amounts announced.In fact, in budget 2016, we announced an additional $5.4 million for assessing the safety of Canadian automobiles.
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    CBC/Radio-CanadaPeter Van Loan (Conservative) asked Mélanie Joly (Liberal). rhetorical question.Answer highlights reinvestment and consultations but does not address whether the business model is broken.we just reinvested $675 million in the CBC.
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    CBC/Radio-CanadaPeter Van Loan (Conservative) asked Mélanie Joly (Liberal). rhetorical question.Answer discusses policy challenges and consultations without addressing viewership decline or extra funding.we decided to look into the entire federal policy tool kit to adapt it to the digital age.
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    CBC/Radio-CanadaMrs. Sylvie Boucher (Conservative) asked Mélanie Joly (Liberal). loaded question.Answer repeats the $675 million figure and consultations but avoids confirming any additional $400 million.we announced during the election campaign that we would be investing $675 million in CBC/Radio-Canada and that is what we did.
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    TaxationMr. Mark Warawa (Conservative) asked Jean-Yves Duclos (Liberal). substantive question.The answer ignores the carbon tax and seniors' heating costs entirely, pivoting instead to unrelated benefit increases.I am grateful for the opportunity my colleague has generously given me to remind the House just how much of a priority the well-being of seniors is to our government.
34. deflected
    Consumer ProtectionMr. Gord Johns (NDP) asked Bill Morneau (Liberal). loaded question.The answer discusses general economic measures and prior reviews but never addresses the bill delay or the government's intentions.We are continuing consultations to see if it can be improved further.
35. partly answered
    Indigenous AffairsMrs. Cathy McLeod (Conservative) asked Carolyn Bennett (Liberal). substantive question.The answer acknowledges the specific failure to consult Mr. Descheneaux and outlines next steps on registration inequities.I apologize for my department not speaking directly with Mr. Descheneaux.
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    Consumer ProtectionMr. Rhéal Fortin (Bloc) asked Bill Morneau (Liberal). loaded question.The answer denies any rule change and asserts national consistency without addressing Quebec's consumer protections or the waiver.Our rule is that consumer protection should be consistent across the country.
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    Consumer ProtectionMr. Gabriel Ste-Marie (Bloc) asked Bill Morneau (Liberal). substantive question.The answer reiterates national consumer rules but ignores the Quebec National Assembly motion and any plan to amend the bill.Under our rules, Canadian consumers will be protected all across the country.