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1. deflected
   Aerospace IndustryPierre Poilievre (Conservative) asked Jean-Yves Duclos (Liberal). loaded question.The answer promotes aerospace jobs and GDP without addressing whether the deal banned executive bonuses.The repayable contribution announced a few months ago will create 1,300 good-quality jobs and maintain 4,000 others.
2. deflected
   Aerospace IndustryPierre Poilievre (Conservative) asked Jean-Yves Duclos (Liberal). loaded question.The answer repeats general economic goals and job numbers while ignoring the claim about protecting family voting privileges.In that context, key investments in the aerospace industry are important.
3. deflected
   TaxationPierre Poilievre (Conservative) asked François-Philippe Champagne (Liberal). loaded question.The answer defends middle-class tax cuts but does not address the Bombardier funding versus everyday taxes comparison.The first thing that our government did was to reduce taxes for the middle class.
4. deflected
   The BudgetMr. Gérard Deltell (Conservative) asked François-Philippe Champagne (Liberal). substantive question.The answer highlights tax cuts and investments but avoids stating any timeline for a balanced budget.The first thing we did was cut taxes for the middle class.
5. misdirected
   The BudgetMr. Gérard Deltell (Conservative) asked Lawrence MacAulay (Liberal). substantive question.The answer lists agriculture funding items instead of addressing the absence of a balanced-budget plan or farmers' concerns.There is $950 million to enhance Canada's global competitiveness by focusing on industry, $200 million for clean technology, and $1.26 billion for innovation.
6. partly answered
   Status of WomenMs. Sheila Malcolmson (NDP) asked Maryam Monsef (Liberal). substantive question.The answer lists specific measures on pay equity and gender-based violence but does not address arms sales or the wage-gap ranking directly.There is a commitment to introduce pay equity legislation by 2018.
7. partly answered
   Status of WomenMs. Marjolaine Boutin-Sweet (NDP) asked Maryam Monsef (Liberal). substantive question.The answer cites early-learning funding and EI changes but does not give a timeline for closing the wage gap.That is why we have introduced $7 billion for an early learning and childhood framework and to work with provinces and territories to implement it.
8. deflected
   Standing Orders of the House of CommonsMs. Marjolaine Boutin-Sweet (NDP) asked Bardish Chagger (Liberal). substantive question.The answer restates the government's commitment to change without addressing the call for opposition consultation on rule changes.We made that promise to Canadians last election along with other general measures to modernize Parliament.
9. deflected
   Standing Orders of the House of CommonsMr. Murray Rankin (NDP) asked Bardish Chagger (Liberal). loaded question.The response promotes general conversation and modernization without addressing the specific Chrétien model or unanimous consent requirement.I encourage all members to share their points of view, and I look forward to hearing them.
10. deflected
    Standing Orders of the House of CommonsMr. Scott Reid (Conservative) asked Bardish Chagger (Liberal). loaded question.The answer reiterates platform commitments and the need for conversation without addressing the two specific election promises cited.It is important that members read the document in its entirety.
11. deflected
    Standing Orders of the House of CommonsMr. Luc Berthold (Conservative) asked Bardish Chagger (Liberal). loaded question.The response encourages joining the conversation without addressing accusations of unilateral rule changes or theatrics.I encourage all members to join the conversation.
12. misdirected
    National DefenceMr. James Bezan (Conservative) asked Harjit S. Sajjan (Liberal). loaded question.The answer thanks the member but pivots to criticizing the previous government instead of the specific accusations about capability gaps and allies.I thank the member for his question, but not all the language he used.
13. deflected
    National DefenceMr. Pierre Paul-Hus (Conservative) asked Harjit S. Sajjan (Liberal). loaded question.The response references past Iraq comments instead of addressing the percentage of alternative facts or specific claims made.I would remind the member opposite that last year I also stated that the fight in Iraq could not happen from the air
14. answered
    EthicsMr. Colin Carrie (Conservative) asked Jane Philpott (Liberal). substantive question.The answer directly confirms the new position was cleared by the commissioner and involves no lobbying of the government.Everything about his new position was cleared with the commissioner.
15. deflected
    EthicsMr. Colin Carrie (Conservative) asked Jane Philpott (Liberal). loaded question.The response dismisses the concern as manufactured without facts rather than addressing the lobbying connections to the PMO.I certainly encourage the member opposite to not manufacture a concern that is not based on fact.
16. deflected
    Public Services and ProcurementMr. Alexandre Boulerice (NDP) asked M. Steven MacKinnon (Liberal). loaded question.The answer blames the previous government for the pay system issues instead of addressing the bonuses awarded.resolving the Phoenix pay system problems left by our previous government is our highest priority.
17. deflected
    Public Services and ProcurementMr. Nathan Cullen (NDP) asked Mr. Steven MacKinnon (Liberal). rhetorical question.The answer ignores the bonuses question and instead attacks the opposition's past statement on Phoenix.Perhaps my hon. colleague would be better off asking the Leader of the Opposition why, on March 12, 2012, she said that Phoenix "not only ensures the sustainability and increased efficiency of pay services for the Government of Canada, but also generates savings for Canadian taxpayers."
18. partly answered
    Government AppointmentsMs. Marilyn Gladu (Conservative) asked Marc Garneau (Liberal). loaded question.The answer lists the appointee's governance roles but does not address the required marine transportation experience.Jennifer Stebbing is an outstanding choice, with vast professional governance and community experience, serving leadership positions in the Halton law association, the Hamilton-Halton Women's Lawyers Association, and the Hamilton Taxpayer Coalition, of which she is president.
19. deflected
    EthicsMr. Chris Warkentin (Conservative) asked Bardish Chagger (Liberal). loaded question.The answer restates general policy on PM travel resources without addressing the specific billionaire island expenses.as I have answered in this House many times before, irrespective of where the Prime Minister travels, whether it is personal or business travel, he is given the necessary resources, just as has been the case for all previous prime ministers.
20. deflected
    Standing Orders of the House of CommonsMr. Mark Strahl (Conservative) asked Bardish Chagger (Liberal). rhetorical question.The answer pivots to the government's discussion paper and working together instead of addressing the Friday sittings and accountability changes.The discussion paper was exactly that: an opportunity for all members of Parliament to have a discussion, to have a conversation, to really be able to contribute to how we can work better in this place to do the important work that Canadians elected us to do.
21. deflected
    Standing Orders of the House of CommonsMr. Mark Strahl (Conservative) asked Bardish Chagger (Liberal). rhetorical question.The answer again emphasizes future conversations on modernization without engaging the specific rule changes or Friday closures.It is in regard to modernizing the way the House of Commons works and bringing it into the 21st century.
22. partly answered
    Temporary Foreign Worker ProgramMs. Brigitte Sansoucy (NDP) asked Patty Hajdu (Liberal). substantive question.The answer describes steps taken on the temporary foreign worker program but does not address the timing for farmers this season or the committee deadline.Last December we strengthened the labour market impact assessment that each employer must complete.
23. deflected
    The EnvironmentMr. Pierre Nantel (NDP) asked Mr. Jonathan Wilkinson (Liberal). loaded question.The answer highlights the pan-Canadian framework and funding but ignores the electric car and charging station delay and Volkswagen reference.The budget followed on, providing funding for the pan-Canadian framework, providing $21.9 billion in green infrastructure funding and $2.2 billion for clean tech in Canada.
24. answered
    TaxationMr. David Anderson (Conservative) asked Ginette Petitpas Taylor (Liberal). substantive question.The answer directly states that budget 2017 launches consultations with farmers on the tax deferral before any changes.Budget 2017 launches consultations with farmers and stakeholders on this tax deferral, and we want to hear from farmers before moving forward.
25. deflected
    Small BusinessMr. Blake Richards (Conservative) asked Diane Lebouthillier (Liberal). loaded question.The answer repeats general statements without addressing the specific tax bills or rule interpretation changes raised.The rules have not changed and they apply to all small businesses.
26. deflected
    TaxationMr. Blake Richards (Conservative) asked Diane Lebouthillier (Liberal). loaded question.The answer repeats prior talking points and shifts blame without addressing the court cases or new tax bills.I will repeat that the tax rules have not changed.
27. deflected
    InfrastructureMs. Dianne L. Watts (Conservative) asked Marie-Claude Bibeau (Liberal). loaded question.The answer addresses the Asian bank positively but ignores the question about redirecting funds to Canadian infrastructure.for two years we looked at how the new Asian infrastructure bank operates.
28. partly answered
    Softwood LumberMs. Karine Trudel (NDP) asked Ms. Kim Rudd (Liberal). substantive question.The answer outlines ongoing work with provinces but does not address loan guarantees or a specific plan.We will continue to work closely with the provinces through the federal-provincial task force on softwood lumber
29. partly answered
    Public SafetyMr. Wayne Stetski (NDP) asked Ralph Goodale (Liberal). substantive question.The answer affirms the importance of border officers but does not address returning to negotiations or the broken talks.Those responsibilities are taken very seriously by the government to ensure that everyone who works for the Government of Canada is treated in a proper and appropriate way.
30. partly answered
    MarijuanaMr. Alain Rayes (Conservative) asked Mr. Bill Blair (Liberal). substantive question.The answer commits to providing tools and training but does not confirm timing before legalization or vehicle equipment.We have a made a commitment and we are committed to undertaking to ensure that law enforcement and our courts have the legislation, the technology, the training, and the resources that they will require
31. deflected
    Canadian HeritageMr. Jacques Gourde (Conservative) asked Mélanie Joly (Liberal). loaded question.The answer promotes new themes without addressing why prior proposals meeting the stated objectives were rejected.We are very proud of the vision we have put in place for the Canada 150 celebrations and of the lasting legacy they will leave
32. deflected
    Canadian HeritageMr. Jacques Gourde (Conservative) asked Mélanie Joly (Liberal). loaded question.The answer asserts integrity and new themes but does not explain the change to program objectives or admit unfairness.I can assure my colleague that everything was done with complete honesty and integrity.
33. deflected
    Indigenous AffairsMr. Arnold Viersen (Conservative) asked Ms. Yvonne Jones (Liberal). substantive question.The answer discusses general commitment to transparency without addressing enforcement of the existing act.We are working very hard with aboriginal governments across Canada to develop an act that is truly transparent and ensures full accountability.
34. partly answered
    Air TransportationMr. Robert Aubin (NDP) asked Marc Garneau (Liberal). substantive question.The answer affirms priority on safety and inspections but does not address the call for a public inquiry or cuts.We use a risk-based approach to do this.
35. deflected
    Fisheries and OceansMr. Robert Sopuck (Conservative) asked Mr. Serge Cormier (Liberal). substantive question.The answer emphasizes support for a sustainable seal hunt and monitoring without committing to population control measures.We recognize the economic and cultural value of the seal hunt for Canadians who participate, including indigenous groups, individuals, and commercial hunters.
36. deflected
    TaxationMr. Xavier Barsalou-Duval (Bloc) asked Diane Lebouthillier (Liberal). loaded question.The answer addresses tax avoidance generally but ignores the Quebec report and Liberal members' stance.That is why the government has made historic investments in the Canada Revenue Agency, specifically, $444 million in 2016 and $524 million in 2017.
37. partly answered
    Softwood LumberMrs. Marilène Gill (Bloc) asked Ms. Kim Rudd (Liberal). substantive question.The answer notes task force discussions but does not confirm or deny loan guarantees.The federal-provincial task force met recently to discuss different options and find creative solutions to this important challenge.
38. answered
    Business of the HouseMr. Gordon Brown (Conservative) asked Bardish Chagger (Liberal). substantive question.The answer directly provides the schedule for bills and events in the coming weeks.the bills on the agenda for the coming days are Bills C-25 on diversity in corporations, and C-17 on the Yukon.
39. misdirected
    PrivilegePeter Van Loan (Conservative) asked Mrs. Alexandra Mendès (Liberal). substantive question.The answer shifts focus to criticizing the Conservatives' amendment instead of addressing the privilege issue directly.Their amendment seeks to direct the procedure and House affairs committee to drop whatever else it is working on.