Commons advances bill easing rules for supervised drug sites

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Question Period, exchange by exchange

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1. deflected
   EthicsRona Ambrose (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.The answer avoids providing any explanation by deferring to the commissioner.I am working with the Conflict of Interest and Ethics Commissioner to answer all questions relating to this.
2. misdirected
   EthicsRona Ambrose (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). loaded question.The answer shifts entirely to economic talking points instead of addressing the ethics question.On the contrary, Mr. Speaker, we remain focused on growing the middle class and supporting those working hard to join it.
3. deflected
   TaxationRona Ambrose (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). loaded question.The answer ignores the specific tax question and pivots to general tax policy claims.Our approach, Mr. Speaker, has been on lowering taxes for the middle class.
4. deflected
   TaxationRona Ambrose (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.The answer avoids confirming or denying the tax plan and discusses the upcoming budget instead.budget 2017 is coming up, and we are looking at ways within that budget to help Canadians invest in their future
5. partly answered
   EmploymentRona Ambrose (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.The answer addresses job protection by discussing trade integration but offers no concrete new plans.We are going to continue to present these arguments to the Americans.
6. partly answered
   Human RightsThomas Mulcair (NDP) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.The answer acknowledges the dual role but does not directly denounce the policy as requested.We need to make sure we are protecting Canadian jobs and growing the economy by having a constructive working relationship with our most important trade partner and ally.
7. deflected
   Human RightsThomas Mulcair (NDP) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.The answer restates values without committing to denouncing the order at the meeting.Canadians expect their Prime Minister to always be there to stand up for our values and principles and to show that openness, compassion, and generosity are the best ways to protect ourselves and promote our values and our strong and united communities.
8. deflected
   Democratic ReformThomas Mulcair (NDP) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). loaded question.The answer avoids admitting to breaking the promise and instead describes consultation efforts.What we found is that many people have different perspectives.
9. deflected
   Democratic ReformThomas Mulcair (NDP) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.The answer discusses general democratic improvement without addressing the call for legislation.We look forward to working with Canadians to continue improving our democracy in the years to come.
10. partly answered
    FinanceDenis Lebel (Conservative) asked Bill Morneau (Liberal). substantive question.Provides a high-level response on engagement and investments but lacks specific plan details.we will engage with the Americans so that we can continue to work with them.
11. deflected
    FinanceDenis Lebel (Conservative) asked Bill Morneau (Liberal). substantive question.Focuses on long-term viability and investments without tackling the deficit timeline.The report also says that it is very important to make investments in order for our economy to improve.
12. answered
    TaxationPierre Poilievre (Conservative) asked Bill Morneau (Liberal). loaded question.Responds by characterizing the middle class despite the loaded premise.we know the middle class is all those people who were left behind by the previous government
13. deflected
    TaxationPierre Poilievre (Conservative) asked Bill Morneau (Liberal). substantive question.Shifts focus to benefits rather than engaging with the budget chart.For the nine out of 10 families who got the Canada child benefit, they are, on average, $2,300 better off after tax for their families.
14. deflected
    TaxationMr. Gérard Deltell (Conservative) asked Bill Morneau (Liberal). substantive question.Avoids direct answer on the tax by discussing general goals.We will look at ways to change our tax system to make things better for the middle class.
15. deflected
    TaxationMr. Gérard Deltell (Conservative) asked Bill Morneau (Liberal). loaded question.Reiterates program goals without addressing the specific cost figures.our program is intended to help the middle class.
16. deflected
    Human RightsMs. Hélène Laverdière (NDP) asked Ahmed Hussen (Liberal). substantive question.Affirms the agreement without directly answering on suspension.the conditions of the safe third country agreement will continue to be met.
17. deflected
    Human RightsMs. Jenny Kwan (NDP) asked Ahmed Hussen (Liberal). loaded question.The answer highlights Syrian refugee numbers instead of addressing the specific asks on caps, partners, or the safe third country agreement.Canadians are proud of the fact that we resettled more than 40,000 Syrian refugees in 2016 and our immigration levels plan more than triples the number of privately sponsored refugees in 2017.
18. deflected
    EthicsMr. Jacques Gourde (Conservative) asked Bardish Chagger (Liberal). rhetorical question.The answer repeats a prior statement without engaging the ethics question or explaining conduct.The Prime Minister is ready to respond to any questions the commissioner might have.
19. deflected
    EthicsMr. Blaine Calkins (Conservative) asked Bardish Chagger (Liberal). loaded question.The answer repeats prior talking points and avoids addressing section 12 or admitting any breach.the Prime Minister was on a personal vacation with a long-standing friend whom he has known for a very long time.
20. partly answered
    EthicsMrs. Sylvie Boucher (Conservative) asked Marie-Claude Bibeau (Liberal). loaded question.The answer explains the riding travel method but does not address the ethics or taxpayer cost concerns raised.It is impossible for me to travel by plane or train, as many of my colleagues do, so, yes, I use a car service to get home to my riding.
21. deflected
    EthicsMs. Marilyn Gladu (Conservative) asked Marie-Claude Bibeau (Liberal). loaded question.The answer generalizes about all MPs' travel rights without confirming the specific trips or purpose.all of my colleagues here in the House can use government points and funds to travel between their ridings and the House of Commons, or Parliament.
22. answered
    International DevelopmentMs. Anne Minh-Thu Quach (NDP) asked Marie-Claude Bibeau (Liberal). substantive question.The answer outlines priorities and components of the new policy that directly respond to the funding and leadership request.I can assure the House that women and girls will be at the heart of our priorities and that sexual and reproductive health will be a major component in the new international development policy.
23. answered
    International DevelopmentMs. Sheila Malcolmson (NDP) asked Marie-Claude Bibeau (Liberal). substantive question.The answer affirms support for reproductive health care and details policy elements matching the request.I can assure the member that it will be a major element in our new international assistance policy and that yes, we will support sexual education, contraceptive supplies, family planning, safe abortion, and obviously, maternal health and the health of newborns.
24. deflected
    Immigration, Refugees and CitizenshipMichelle Rempel (Conservative) asked Ahmed Hussen (Liberal). substantive question.The answer praises general refugee efforts without providing the specific Yazidi number requested.Our plan and our operation is already under way, and I will provide an update to this House very soon.
25. deflected
    Immigration, Refugees and CitizenshipMichelle Rempel (Conservative) asked Ahmed Hussen (Liberal). substantive question.Answer avoids the specific question on Yazidi numbers by pivoting to record and promising a future update.Our operation to bring victims and survivors of Daesh is under way, and I will provide an update to this House very soon.
26. answered
    Foreign InvestmentTony Clement (Conservative) asked Navdeep Bains (Liberal). loaded question.Answer directly addresses the national security concern and clarifies the legal process without deflection.Following our review, we will take whatever action is necessary to protect Canada's national security.
27. deflected
    Foreign InvestmentTony Clement (Conservative) asked Navdeep Bains (Liberal). loaded question.Answer reiterates the same position without engaging the new accusations about China or experts.We will never, ever compromise our national security, and we will always listen to the advice and guidance given by our experts with respect to national security.
28. partly answered
    Natural ResourcesMs. Linda Duncan (NDP) asked Ms. Kim Rudd (Liberal). substantive question.Answer explains the review panel but does not specify how many projects will use the old process.The panel will provide a report to the minister on May 15, 2017.
29. partly answered
    Natural ResourcesMr. Robert Aubin (NDP) asked Ms. Kim Rudd (Liberal). substantive question.Answer acknowledges the restart but does not address when real change to the assessment process will occur.We recognize that the new energy east review panel has decided to restart the project review process.
30. partly answered
    National DefenceMr. James Bezan (Conservative) asked Judy Foote (Liberal). substantive question.Answer covers negotiations and interim measure but does not confirm stopping the sole-source or launching competition.We are looking to get the best deal we possibly can, looking at price, looking at capability, looking at economic benefits
31. deflected
    National DefenceMr. Pierre Paul-Hus (Conservative) asked Judy Foote (Liberal). substantive question.Answer refuses to give cost figures and pivots to negotiation strategy without transparency on totals.To negotiate in public would be totally irresponsible, but we will make sure that what we get will be an investment for Canadians from an economic perspective
32. partly answered
    Foreign AffairsPeter Kent (Conservative) asked Chrystia Freeland (Liberal). substantive question.Answer affirms solidarity but only notes the extension is under review without a timeline.On Operation Unifier, that is something that is being reviewed, together with my colleague, the Minister of National Defence
33. deflected
    Public Services and ProcurementMr. Alupa Clarke (Conservative) asked Judy Foote (Liberal). loaded question.The question assumes ministerial blame and demands admission rather than seeking facts; the answer ignores blame entirely and pivots to future fixes.We are determined to fix this problem, and we will.
34. partly answered
    Immigration, Refugees and CitizenshipMr. Brian Masse (NDP) asked Ahmed Hussen (Liberal). substantive question.The question seeks a specific assurance on medical emergencies; the answer provides general entry assurances but does not address ambulance delays or denials.we have received assurances from the United States that Canadian citizens and Canadian permanent residents with valid permanent resident cards will not be denied entry into the United States as a result of this executive order.
35. deflected
    Indigenous AffairsMrs. Cathy McLeod (Conservative) asked Carolyn Bennett (Liberal). loaded question.The question rests on an unsupported characterization of the Prime Minister's remarks and demands retraction; the answer shifts to general youth priorities without addressing the demand.it is imperative that communities have the say in setting the priorities and the things that need investment in their communities, but when it comes to things to do with youth, we want to hear from the youth.
36. deflected
    International TradeMr. Rhéal Fortin (Bloc) asked Chrystia Freeland (Liberal). substantive question.The question asks whether the Prime Minister will defend Quebec producers in the upcoming Trump meeting; the answer lists past trade wins instead of addressing the imminent meeting.our government has an outstanding track record in serving Canadians well when it comes to trade.
37. deflected
    Immigration, Refugees and CitizenshipMr. Luc Thériault (Bloc) asked Ahmed Hussen (Liberal). rhetorical question.The question invites the Prime Minister to condemn the order like other countries rather than seeking information; the answer restates Canada's refugee record without addressing condemnation.we are very proud of our record of being open and welcoming to refugees and immigrants as a way to meet our international obligations, but also viewing immigration as a great ingredient for our economic prosperity.