House debates job losses in energy sector as Liberals defend record

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Question Period, exchange by exchange

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1. answered
   Aerospace IndustryL'hon. Rona Ambrose (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.The answer directly explains the government's rationale for the loan.That is why we decided to lend the company approximately $400 million in order to create jobs in the aerospace industry across Canada and improve the competitiveness of this market, which is important to the world.
2. deflected
   Aerospace IndustryRona Ambrose (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). loaded question.Avoids addressing the comparison to small businesses by pivoting to other job creation efforts.That is why we are pleased that this loan of almost $400 million to Bombardier is going to create thousands of good quality, middle-class jobs across the country.
3. partly answered
   Aerospace IndustryRona Ambrose (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.Provides general info on jobs but no exact figure for the $370 million.the aeronautics industry across the country is responsible for thousands of strong middle-class jobs
4. answered
   Aerospace IndustryRona Ambrose (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). loaded question.Explains the investment rationale despite the premises in the question.by making a loan to Bombardier of close to $400 million, we are investing in research and development here in the country, creating thousands of good, new middle-class jobs
5. partly answered
   Immigration, Refugees and CitizenshipThomas Mulcair (NDP) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.Acknowledges situation but focuses on general principles without directly justifying the agreement.Indeed, we need to make sure that we are protecting the integrity of the Canadian border and the strength of our immigration and refugee system
6. answered
   Immigration, Refugees and CitizenshipThomas Mulcair (NDP) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.Describes actions being taken to address the issue with the US border.We are working with the American administration. Our ambassador, my office staff, and several ministers, including the Minister of Foreign Affairs who is in the U.S. today, are talking about how we can improve the way things work between our two countries and how we can protect the rights of Canadians.
7. deflected
   Democratic ReformThomas Mulcair (NDP) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). loaded question.Shifts to explaining mandate letters instead of specifying the decision date.when it comes to taking responsibility, everyone knows that it is in the mandate letters, which are available to the public on the website.
8. deflected
   Democratic ReformThomas Mulcair (NDP) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). loaded question.Avoids apology by listing ongoing democratic improvements.Canadians have been clear that they want improvements to our democracy, and that is exactly what we are working on
9. deflected
   Canada-U.S. RelationsDenis Lebel (Conservative) asked Andrew Leslie (Liberal). loaded question.The answer discusses meetings and cooperation but avoids any concrete outcomes or deliverables from the visit.They emphasized the importance of the economic relations between the two countries, which account for millions of jobs for the middle class.
10. partly answered
    Softwood LumberDenis Lebel (Conservative) asked Andrew Leslie (Liberal). loaded question.The response states ongoing commitment and work toward an agreement but offers no timeline or evidence of results.We continue to work closely with the workers and producers in the softwood lumber sector, the provinces, and the territories because we are looking for an agreement that is good for Canada and Quebec, not just any agreement.
11. misdirected
    TaxationPierre Poilievre (Conservative) asked Catherine McKenna (Liberal). loaded question.The answer ignores the question about censoring data and instead attacks the opposition while listing supporters.When will the party opposite understand that it is the right thing to do?
12. misdirected
    TaxationPierre Poilievre (Conservative) asked Catherine McKenna (Liberal). loaded question.The response sidesteps the Tesla rebate claim and attacks the Conservatives instead of addressing the carbon tax impacts.it is always a big surprise to hear members of the party opposite talk about caring about the working class, given the Conservative Party's policies, but maybe I will just quote MPP Patrick Brown, with whom the member may be familiar.
13. deflected
    TaxationMr. Gérard Deltell (Conservative) asked Ginette Petitpas Taylor (Liberal). loaded question.The answer avoids addressing the Prime Minister's word or broken promises and pivots to unrelated government achievements.It is our party that cut taxes for the middle class and it is the party opposite that voted against this motion.
14. deflected
    TaxationMr. Gérard Deltell (Conservative) asked Ginette Petitpas Taylor (Liberal). substantive question.The response repeats general middle-class support claims without committing to protecting the specific tax credits mentioned.It was also our government that created the very generous Canada child benefit, which will help 9 out of 10 families by putting more tax-free money in their pockets.
15. answered
    EmploymentMr. Robert Aubin (NDP) asked Navdeep Bains (Liberal). substantive question.The answer directly addresses job maintenance and creation with specific numbers tied to the Bombardier investment.This investment will help secure 4,000 good-quality jobs. It will help create an additional 1,500 jobs.
16. answered
    EmploymentMr. Alexandre Boulerice (NDP) asked Navdeep Bains (Liberal). substantive question.The answer directly states assurances received and details the exact job numbers secured and created.The assurance is that these jobs are going to make sure that we have good-quality jobs across the country and in Quebec as well: 4,000 jobs will be secured; 1,500 additional jobs will be created
17. deflected
    EmploymentDiane Finley (Conservative) asked Navdeep Bains (Liberal). substantive question.The answer references past Conservative funding and emphasizes job support without addressing the runway option or Bombardier's statement.I am surprised to hear the comment from the member opposite.
18. deflected
    EmploymentDiane Finley (Conservative) asked Navdeep Bains (Liberal). substantive question.The answer promotes innovation and suppliers but ignores the tax cut and level playing field requests.It is about making sure we have long-term sustainable growth.
19. misdirected
    Regional Economic DevelopmentMr. Matt Jeneroux (Conservative) asked Navdeep Bains (Liberal). loaded question.The answer attacks the question as divisive rhetoric and lists spending without addressing tax increases or worsening policies.Those members are trying to pit one region of the country against the other.
20. deflected
    Regional Economic DevelopmentMrs. Shannon Stubbs (Conservative) asked Jim Carr (Liberal). loaded question.The answer lists pipeline jobs and a strategy for all regions but avoids the no-bailout and pitting-regions accusation.we are pleased to have a strategy that incorporates all regions of the country.
21. partly answered
    Indigenous AffairsMs. Georgina Jolibois (NDP) asked Jane Philpott (Liberal). substantive question.The answer states funding committed and children helped but does not address the non-compliance orders or rollout delays.we have invested $383 million to make sure all kids get the care they need.
22. deflected
    Indigenous AffairsMr. Romeo Saganash (NDP) asked Carolyn Bennett (Liberal). substantive question.The answer affirms commitment to dialogue over litigation but does not explain ongoing court action or delays in the specific case.Our government believes that dialogue rather than litigation is the preferred route for resolving these issues
23. deflected
    EthicsMr. Blaine Calkins (Conservative) asked Kirsty Duncan (Liberal). loaded question.The answer defends arm's-length decision and contrasts with prior government but does not address the zero-scientists claim or Canada 2020 connection.Unlike the previous government, we will not politicize science.
24. misdirected
    EthicsMr. Blaine Calkins (Conservative) asked Kirsty Duncan (Liberal). loaded question.The answer pivots to past neglect and new science initiatives without justifying the Canada 2020 funding or its lack of scientists.I am happy to hear the opposition is finally taking an interest in science funding after a decade of neglect.
25. deflected
    EthicsMr. Jacques Gourde (Conservative) asked Bardish Chagger (Liberal). loaded question.The answer promotes the new appointment process without addressing the specific claims of favoritism.as Canadians know, we introduced a new government-wide appointment process that is open, transparent, and based on merit.
26. deflected
    EthicsMr. Chris Warkentin (Conservative) asked Kirsty Duncan (Liberal). loaded question.The answer shifts to general science funding praise instead of addressing Canada 2020 funding.Our government believes in research, science, and scientists and the important work they do.
27. partly answered
    Softwood LumberMs. Karine Trudel (NDP) asked Andrew Leslie (Liberal). substantive question.The answer states the government is seeking a good agreement but does not mention a plan B like loan guarantees.We will continue to work closely with the workers and producers in the softwood lumber sector, the provinces, and the territories because we are looking for a good agreement for Canada and Quebec, not just any agreement.
28. answered
    Service CanadaMr. Wayne Stetski (NDP) asked Jean-Yves Duclos (Liberal). substantive question.The answer directly addresses the OAS backlog by referencing investments in Service Canada to ensure timely benefits.We announced in last year's budget significant investments in Service Canada.
29. deflected
    Foreign AffairsPeter Kent (Conservative) asked Mr. Matt DeCourcey (Liberal). loaded question.The answer discusses the value of a Security Council seat without addressing any alleged compromises.These are goals like inclusive and accountable governance, and respect for diversity and human rights, including the rule of law.
30. partly answered
    Public SafetyTony Clement (Conservative) asked Ralph Goodale (Liberal). loaded question.The answer affirms border integrity measures but does not explain the source of tampered visas or specific actions taken.Alerts and notices pertaining to fraudulent documents are regularly distributed to border services officers and Canada Border Services Agency personnel to ensure that every traveller arriving in Canada has the right to enter in a legal and properly documented fashion
31. deflected
    Public SafetyMr. Alain Rayes (Conservative) asked Ralph Goodale (Liberal). substantive question.The answer praises officer training without specifying new measures implemented since February 2.the CBSA officers who are on duty at the 120 border crossing points that provide entry into Canada are well trained.
32. partly answered
    The EnvironmentMr. Richard Cannings (NDP) asked Carolyn Bennett (Liberal). substantive question.The answer acknowledges the bankruptcy issue and seriousness but provides no specifics on ensuring polluters pay or offsetting taxpayer costs.In this situation where the company is bankrupt, it is a very difficult situation that we take very seriously and are looking to repair.
33. partly answered
    National DefenceMrs. Cheryl Gallant (Conservative) asked Kent Hehr (Liberal). loaded question.The answer offers general commitments and to review the case but does not address the specific denial of the critical injury benefit.With respect to this particular member's concern, we can go back and look at it as a department.
34. deflected
    Immigration, Refugees and CitizenshipMs. Elizabeth May (Green) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.The answer emphasizes general compassion and past refugee numbers without addressing the request to suspend the safe third country agreement.We will continue to do everything we can to welcome people to Canada, because we know that makes us better, makes us stronger, makes us better off.