Commons spends half its day advancing Ceta implementation bill

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Question Period, exchange by exchange

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   Status of WomenRona Ambrose (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.Answer addresses gender-based violence broadly but avoids any commitment on RCMP training.The way we support victims and survivors of sexual assault, the way we fight against gender-based violence, the way we change our institutions are all things that we are working on, not just with the Minister of Status of Women but indeed all of government, in an approach to make sure we put an end to this.
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   The EconomyRona Ambrose (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.Answer restates past tax and benefit actions without addressing whether the budget course will change.we have lowered taxes for the middle class by raising them on the wealthiest 1%.
3. partly answered
   The EconomyRona Ambrose (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.Answer describes ongoing engagement with the US but offers no concrete new plan to protect workers.We will continue to defend Canadian jobs, defend opportunities for the middle class on both sides of the border, and create a better future for Canadians.
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   The EconomyDenis Lebel (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.Answer repeats integration talking points and avoids outlining any specific future plan.We will continue to work hard to create opportunities for small, medium-sized, and big businesses, and to have success in research, innovation, and green energy in Canada.
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   Softwood LumberDenis Lebel (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.Answer notes repeated discussions on softwood lumber but does not explain why the message has not been conveyed effectively.In recent months, with the new U.S. government, we have continued to pay special attention to this issue and the good jobs that depend on forestry across the country.
6. answered
   Democratic ReformMr. Nathan Cullen (NDP) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). rhetorical question.Question is rhetorical and attacks the Prime Minister personally; answer directly explains the lack of consensus.We worked very hard on this, but it was clear there was no consensus, that there was no responsible path forward.
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   Democratic ReformMr. Nathan Cullen (NDP) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). rhetorical question.Question is rhetorical and accusatory; answer addresses the absence of consensus on electoral reform.However, on changing the way we vote in elections, it was clear there was no consensus.
8. answered
   Democratic ReformMr. Alexandre Boulerice (NDP) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). rhetorical question.Question is rhetorical and loaded; answer explains the decision based on lack of consensus.The reality of electoral reform is that it is clear that there was no consensus and no responsible way to move forward with this commitment.
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   Democratic ReformMr. Alexandre Boulerice (NDP) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). loaded question.Question assumes intent to cynicize youth; answer shifts to unrelated youth funding without addressing electoral reform or cynicism.we are doing things for Canada's youth that have never been done before by any government.
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    TaxationPierre Poilievre (Conservative) asked Bill Morneau (Liberal). substantive question.Question asks specifically for carbon tax impact data on low-income groups; answer pivots to unrelated tax cuts and child benefits.I am pleased to talk about the impact on Canadian families of the introduction of the Canada child benefit.
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    TaxationPierre Poilievre (Conservative) asked Bill Morneau (Liberal). substantive question.Question presses on secrecy of carbon tax data for vulnerable; answer repeats talking points on other benefits without addressing data.We have done it through tax reductions. We have done it through the introduction of the Canada child benefit.
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    TaxationMr. Gérard Deltell (Conservative) asked Bill Morneau (Liberal). substantive question.Question demands yes/no assurance on not touching pension splitting; answer avoids commitment and restates general budget goals.in our 2016 budget, we introduced our plan to improve the situation of the middle class and those who want to join it
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    TaxationMr. Gérard Deltell (Conservative) asked Bill Morneau (Liberal). substantive question.Question repeats demand for clear yes/no on pension splitting; answer again evades with broad policy statements.Our first budget reduced taxes on Canadians, helped middle-class Canadians, helped those most vulnerable.
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    InfrastructureMs. Dianne L. Watts (Conservative) asked Amarjeet Sohi (Liberal). substantive question.Question asks for commitment to release infrastructure funds before spring; answer provides spending figures but no explicit timeline commitment.we have approved more funding in the last year than the previous government did in five years combined
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    InfrastructureMr. Alain Rayes (Conservative) asked Amarjeet Sohi (Liberal). substantive question.Question seeks explanation for missing $9 billion in infrastructure; answer lists project approvals without reconciling the shortfall.83 projects for British Columbia with a combined investment of $2.4 billion; 57 projects for the province of Quebec with a combined investment of $1.5 billion
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    International TradeMs. Tracey Ramsey (NDP) asked Lawrence MacAulay (Liberal). substantive question.Question asks for commitment to protect supply management from trade talks; answer directly affirms support and protection.our government fully supports our dairy farmers and our supply management system.
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    International TradeMs. Ruth Ellen Brosseau (NDP) asked Lawrence MacAulay (Liberal). substantive question.Confirms support for supply management but ignores the question about Mulroney.this government will make sure that we support the supply management system.
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    Agriculture and Agri-foodMr. David Anderson (Conservative) asked Lawrence MacAulay (Liberal). loaded question.Praises the chief of staff without addressing the energy policy or relocation question.My chief of staff is a very well-recognized lady, well respected in her community and honoured in her community.
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    Government AppointmentsMr. David Anderson (Conservative) asked Lawrence MacAulay (Liberal). loaded question.Restates the appointment process without addressing the specific qualifications or patronage claim.this government took a new approach to Governor in Council appointments and we are putting in place new Canadian grain commissioners who would benefit the sector
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    Government AppointmentsMr. Michael Cooper (Conservative) asked Jody Wilson-Raybould (Liberal). loaded question.Directly addresses the appointment by stating the qualifications and process.My former chief of staff has been appointed to the Human Rights Tribunal because she is entirely qualified to fulfill that position
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    Government AppointmentsMr. Jacques Gourde (Conservative) asked Bardish Chagger (Liberal). loaded question.Repeats talking points on openness without addressing the specific appointments or cronyism claim.we have committed to a more open, more transparent appointment process.
22. answered
    HealthMs. Brigitte Sansoucy (NDP) asked Jane Philpott (Liberal). substantive question.Addresses funding concerns by detailing the health transfer offer and additional investments.We made an offer to provinces to grow that investment in the Canada health transfer such that it will outstrip provincial spending
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    HealthMr. Murray Rankin (NDP) asked Jane Philpott (Liberal). substantive question.Explains the new approach and targeted investments but does not address the broken promise or $3 billion commitment.In addition to increasing the Canada health transfer, we are making targeted investments in the areas of home care and mental health
24. answered
    National DefenceMr. James Bezan (Conservative) asked Mr. Jean Rioux (Liberal). substantive question.Addresses the Super Hornet purchase by explaining the interim plan and confirming an open competition.we are exploring the acquisition of an interim fleet of 18 Super Hornet aircraft to supplement the CF-18 fleet until the permanent replacement arrives.
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    National DefenceMr. Pierre Paul-Hus (Conservative) asked Mr. Jean Rioux (Liberal). loaded question.The answer discusses risks and need for new jets without addressing the cost or best-deal question.we are not going to wait to mitigate the risks associated with Canada's dependence on our CF-18 fighter fleet, which is over 30 years old.
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    National DefenceMr. James Bezan (Conservative) asked Mr. Jean Rioux (Liberal). substantive question.The answer describes ongoing discussions but avoids any commitment to an open competition.Discussions with the American government and Boeing will allow us to determine whether Boeing can provide an interim cost-effective solution within a time frame and with a capability level that are acceptable to Canada.
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    National DefenceMr. Pierre Paul-Hus (Conservative) asked Mr. Jean Rioux (Liberal). substantive question.The answer reiterates the age of the fleet and need to act but does not explain why the plan continues or how it benefits Canadians.The current fleet of CF-18s was acquired in the 1980s and honestly should have been replaced long ago.
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    YouthMs. Anne Minh-Thu Quach (NDP) asked Mr. Rodger Cuzner (Liberal). substantive question.The answer affirms engagement with Katimavik and hints at a future resolution without confirming emergency funds.We continue to engage with Katimavik.
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    Public Services and ProcurementMr. Erin Weir (NDP) asked Judy Foote (Liberal). substantive question.The answer states the issue is a priority and work is underway but provides no timeline for resolution.Resolving the ongoing service pay problems remains a priority for our government.
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    Public SafetyMichelle Rempel (Conservative) asked Ralph Goodale (Liberal). substantive question.The answer explains NEXUS rules and states work with US counterparts but does not address when the minister became aware.We are working with our American counterparts to make sure that all Canadians are treated fairly.
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    Public SafetyMichelle Rempel (Conservative) asked Ralph Goodale (Liberal). substantive question.The answer defends the discretionary nature of NEXUS and points to appeals rather than committing to reversing revocations.We are in the process of making sure, to the very best of our ability and capacity, that Canadians are treated fairly in all circumstances.
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    Foreign AffairsPeter Kent (Conservative) asked Mr. Omar Alghabra (Liberal). substantive question.The answer notes concern and re-engagement plans but offers no concrete update on release efforts.I committed to her that our government was following his case with great concern.
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    Indigenous AffairsMrs. Cathy McLeod (Conservative) asked Carolyn Bennett (Liberal). loaded question.The answer sidesteps enforcement by pivoting to partnership without addressing the compliance drop or timeline.We will achieve this through working in full partnership with first nations leaderships and organizations.
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    Persons with DisabilitiesMs. Cheryl Hardcastle (NDP) asked Carla Qualtrough (Liberal). substantive question.The answer acknowledges the issue and mentions exploring multi-year funding but stops short of committing to the next budget.We are indeed exploring whether or not we can provide multi-year funding.
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    FinanceMr. Blake Richards (Conservative) asked Bill Morneau (Liberal). loaded question.The answer ignores the list of broken promises and instead restates general priorities on vulnerable Canadians.I want to be clear that Canadians can expect this year in our budget, as they saw last year, and as they will see in years to come, that we will have a focus on helping those most vulnerable.
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    QuebecMr. Rhéal Fortin (Bloc) asked Mélanie Joly (Liberal). substantive question.The answer directly condemns the Washington Post article as requested.the comments made in the Washington Post op-ed are unacceptable and we denounce them.
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    QuebecMr. Luc Thériault (Bloc) asked Mélanie Joly (Liberal). substantive question.The answer again condemns the article and supports the motion, addressing the call for condemnation.
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    HealthMr. Rhéal Fortin (Bloc) asked Jane Philpott (Liberal). substantive question.The answer promotes an $11-billion offer without addressing restoration of the 6% health transfer increase.the federal government's $11-billion offer has the potential to be transformative and to make life better for Canadians with respect to home care and mental health.