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1. deflected
   Democratic ReformRona Ambrose (Conservative) asked Maryam Monsef (Liberal). substantive question.The answer thanks the committee and notes lack of consensus but avoids any commitment on a referendum.In the coming days, we will be taking specific actions to continue this conversation with Canadians.
2. deflected
   Democratic ReformRona Ambrose (Conservative) asked Maryam Monsef (Liberal). substantive question.The answer praises ideas in the report but states the committee took a pass on the main question without addressing the referendum commitment.But on the main question and the hard choices that we asked the committee to make, the members of the committee took a pass.
3. deflected
   Democratic ReformRona Ambrose (Conservative) asked Maryam Monsef (Liberal). loaded question.The answer counters by blaming the committee for not answering hard questions instead of addressing the referendum demand.
4. misdirected
   Democratic ReformRona Ambrose (Conservative) asked Maryam Monsef (Liberal). loaded question.The answer mocks the committee's recommendation with a sarcastic mathematical description rather than engaging the referendum point.So the hon. member wants us to have a referendum on the following: Would Canadians like to take the square root of the sum of the squares of the difference between the percentage of the seats for each party and the percentage of the votes passed?
5. partly answered
   HealthRona Ambrose (Conservative) asked Carolyn Bennett (Liberal). substantive question.The answer addresses funding levels and transitional support but does not commit to stable long-term funding for the named organizations.While 124 organizations were successful in the application process, some were not, which is why the Minister of Health has asked the Public Health Agency to assist these impacted organizations by working with them to extend transitional funding for another year.
6. deflected
   Democratic ReformMr. Alexandre Boulerice (NDP) asked Maryam Monsef (Liberal). substantive question.The answer criticizes the committee for not recommending a specific system instead of confirming action on proportional representation.If we were going to choose our own adventure, why did we put together a committee to study electoral reform?
7. deflected
   Democratic ReformMr. Alexandre Boulerice (NDP) asked Maryam Monsef (Liberal). loaded question.The answer defends the new consultation channel and urges review of the report without addressing implementation of the committee's recommendations.This new digital initiative, which the member opposite has not yet even seen, so I am not sure what he is referring to in his question, will include an invitation to every Canadian.
8. deflected
   Democratic ReformMr. Nathan Cullen (NDP) asked Maryam Monsef (Liberal). substantive question.The answer expresses disappointment in the committee and references the Gallagher index instead of providing a plan or timetable.Instead, it provided us with the Gallagher index.
9. deflected
   Democratic ReformMr. Nathan Cullen (NDP) asked Maryam Monsef (Liberal). substantive question.The answer acknowledges recommendations but pivots to a digital initiative without addressing the core demand to fulfill the electoral reform promise.To that end, we will be continuing this conversation with Canadians through a digital initiative.
10. answered
    JusticeDenis Lebel (Conservative) asked Jody Wilson-Raybould (Liberal). substantive question.The answer directly addresses court delays and coordination with provinces to improve the justice system.We are working in a coordinated manner to ensure that we address the many realities of what leads to court delays
11. answered
    JusticeDenis Lebel (Conservative) asked Jody Wilson-Raybould (Liberal). substantive question.The answer outlines the comprehensive review of the criminal justice system in partnership with provinces while supporting victims.I am committed to doing that in partnership with the provinces and territories, recognizing the need for public safety, recognizing the need to support victims of crime
12. deflected
    Democratic ReformMr. Scott Reid (Conservative) asked Maryam Monsef (Liberal). loaded question.The answer avoids committing to a referendum by criticizing the committee's report and noting dissenting opinions instead.However, what he has recommended as part of the committee's report is a referendum on an incomprehensible formula.
13. deflected
    Democratic ReformMr. Scott Reid (Conservative) asked Maryam Monsef (Liberal). loaded question.The answer again sidesteps the referendum commitment by pointing to lack of consensus on an alternative system.
14. deflected
    Democratic ReformMr. Gérard Deltell (Conservative) asked Maryam Monsef (Liberal). rhetorical question.The answer highlights positive points from the report but ignores the repeated calls for a referendum.The final report, while it does not outline a specific alternative to first past the post, does raise some good points
15. deflected
    Democratic ReformMr. Blake Richards (Conservative) asked Maryam Monsef (Liberal). substantive question.The answer reiterates no specific system was recommended and pivots to upcoming citizen engagement via mail instead of addressing the referendum demand.We will be reaching out to them through an invitation they will receive in their mailboxes as soon as next week
16. partly answered
    HealthMr. Don Davies (NDP) asked Ms. Kamal Khera (Liberal). substantive question.The answer provides funding details but does not directly confirm reversal of cuts to specific organizations.This year, our government is investing almost $76 million across the country to tackle HIV and other related infections in Canada.
17. partly answered
    HealthMs. Brigitte Sansoucy (NDP) asked Ms. Kamal Khera (Liberal). substantive question.The answer explains funding levels and transitional support but does not justify the international increase versus domestic cuts or agree to maintain status quo.the Minister of Health has asked the Public Health Agency of Canada to assist these impacted organizations by working with them to extend transitional funding for another year.
18. deflected
    EthicsMr. Alexander Nuttall (Conservative) asked Jody Wilson-Raybould (Liberal). substantive question.The answer avoids confirming any investigation and instead redirects responsibility to the Ontario Securities Commission.any investigation into this matter in terms of irregularities is the responsibility of the Ontario Securities Commission.
19. deflected
    EthicsMr. Alexander Nuttall (Conservative) asked Jody Wilson-Raybould (Liberal). loaded question.The answer reiterates no evidence of a leak and again points to the OSC without addressing the call for an investigation.There is no evidence that this report has been leaked.
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    EthicsMr. Jacques Gourde (Conservative) asked Jody Wilson-Raybould (Liberal). loaded question.The answer dismisses the question as absurd and restates lack of evidence while avoiding any confirmation of an investigation.I will get up again and address this somewhat absurd line of questioning.
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    EthicsMr. Blaine Calkins (Conservative) asked Bardish Chagger (Liberal). loaded question.The answer pivots to general statements about fundraising rules instead of addressing the call to end cash-for-access events.in Canada we have some of the strictest rules when it comes to fundraising.
22. deflected
    HealthMs. Tracey Ramsey (NDP) asked Ms. Kamal Khera (Liberal). loaded question.The answer discusses drug price negotiations but does not reveal CETA cost figures or address the hiding allegation.our government is already working to include the affordability of and access to prescription drugs.
23. partly answered
    Softwood LumberMs. Karine Trudel (NDP) asked Chrystia Freeland (Liberal). substantive question.The answer states readiness for any eventuality and defense of workers but provides no specific plan B or loan guarantee commitment.Canada is prepared for any eventuality, and our government will vigorously defend the interests of Canadian workers and producers.
24. deflected
    Public Services and ProcurementMr. Alupa Clarke (Conservative) asked Judy Foote (Liberal). loaded question.The answer affirms commitment to an open process but does not address competence or hidden agenda accusations.the government is committed to an open and transparent process to make sure that the men and women in uniform get the equipment they need to do the job expected of them.
25. deflected
    Public Services and ProcurementMr. Kelly McCauley (Conservative) asked Judy Foote (Liberal). loaded question.The answer sidesteps all specific accusations by attacking the prior government's figures instead.what we will not do is what the previous government did, and that was put up figures that were totally irresponsible.
26. deflected
    Immigration, Refugees and CitizenshipMichelle Rempel (Conservative) asked John McCallum (Liberal). loaded question.The answer ignores the cost question and pivots to announcing unrelated benefits.I am particularly grateful to my colleague for her question today, because it gives me the opportunity to announce the very good news that it is today that we are lifting the Mexico visa.
27. deflected
    Immigration, Refugees and CitizenshipMichelle Rempel (Conservative) asked John McCallum (Liberal). loaded question.The answer acknowledges risks but does not address the $261 million cost or the minister's job.As in any undertaking, there are risks. We are working very carefully and strongly with the Government of Mexico to manage those risks in a responsible way.
28. misdirected
    Indigenous AffairsMs. Georgina Jolibois (NDP) asked Ms. Kim Rudd (Liberal). substantive question.The answer quotes a general statement on free expression and shifts to pipeline decisions instead of addressing Standing Rock violence.Our government is committed to making decisions based on facts and evidence.
29. misdirected
    EmploymentMs. Niki Ashton (NDP) asked MaryAnn Mihychuk (Liberal). loaded question.The answer ignores Standing Rock and inequality specifics to discuss an expert panel on youth employment.this gives me the opportunity to talk about the good work this government is doing to address the serious challenges of the industrial revolution 4.0
30. deflected
    JusticeRob Nicholson (Conservative) asked Jody Wilson-Raybould (Liberal). loaded question.The answer defends the new appointments process without addressing why the prior system was changed or delays.I am very proud of the reorganization and the new process that we put in place, not only for the Supreme Court of Canada, but with respect to the appointments of superior court justices.
31. partly answered
    JusticeRob Nicholson (Conservative) asked Jody Wilson-Raybould (Liberal). substantive question.The answer acknowledges court delays as a priority and mentions collaboration but offers no timeline or specific victim measures.looking comprehensively at reform to the criminal justice system is a priority of mine, as instructed by the Prime Minister
32. deflected
    HealthMr. Dan Albas (Conservative) asked Mr. François-Philippe Champagne (Liberal). loaded question.The answer pivots to tax fairness without addressing impacts on doctors or vulnerable patients' access to care.one thing I can reassure the member on is that the government is about tax fairness for all Canadians and making sure that Canadians pay their fair share of taxes.
33. deflected
    HealthPierre Poilievre (Conservative) asked Mélanie Joly (Liberal). loaded question.The answer discusses general process and consultations without addressing the specific request to stop blocking the hospital or the cited facts.All levels of government need to be involved in order to achieve a final decision.
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    Natural ResourcesMr. Gord Johns (NDP) asked Ms. Kim Rudd (Liberal). loaded question.The answer shifts to general policy views and job creation instead of addressing the broken promise or risk to Vancouver Island.Our decisions on major projects reflect a balanced approach that will create prosperity while we seek to protect the environment we cherish.
35. answered
    Interprovincial TradeMr. John Barlow (Conservative) asked Navdeep Bains (Liberal). substantive question.The answer directly commits to advancing liberalization of alcohol trade and reducing barriers as requested.I would like to remind the member that our government, me included, has been very clear in advocating to liberalize the trade of alcohol within Canada.
36. deflected
    Democratic ReformMr. Luc Thériault (Bloc) asked Maryam Monsef (Liberal). loaded question.The answer thanks the committee and notes complexity without addressing the accusation of discrediting the report to retain power.While the committee offered areas on which we do agree and understand, it did not offer a specific alternative to first past the post.
37. deflected
    Consumer ProtectionMr. Gabriel Ste-Marie (Bloc) asked Mr. François-Philippe Champagne (Liberal). loaded question.The answer explains the Marcotte decision and modernization but avoids addressing the specific lost protections listed in the question.The Marcotte decision called on the federal government to clarify its position on consumer protection with respect to financial institutions.
38. answered
    Business of the HouseCandice Bergen (Conservative) asked Bardish Chagger (Liberal). substantive question.The answer lists the specific bills and schedule for the remainder of the week and next week as asked.Tomorrow the House will consider the report stage of Bill C-29 , the second budget bill, and it will continue studying that bill Monday and Tuesday of next week.