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1. deflected
   Foreign AffairsPierre Poilievre (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). loaded question.Answer affirms support for US strikes but sidesteps the question about prior reliance on the UN Security Council.That is why Canada fully supports the United States' limited focused action to degrade the Assad regime's ability to launch such attacks.
2. deflected
   Foreign AffairsPierre Poilievre (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). loaded question.Answer repeats support for US action without addressing the shift from the previous day's UN-focused stance.That is why Canada fully supports the United States' limited, focused action to degrade the Assad regime's ability to perpetrate such attacks.
3. deflected
   Aerospace IndustryPierre Poilievre (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.Answer explains the loan rationale but ignores the call for committee hearings on executive pay.We believe in the long-term strength of the aerospace industry in Canada.
4. partly answered
   Foreign AffairsMr. Gérard Deltell (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.Answer acknowledges US action and diplomacy but does not directly confront the criticism of UN sluggishness.Nevertheless, we recognize that the actions taken by the U.S. were necessary to degrade the Assad regime's capabilities
5. deflected
   Aerospace IndustryMr. Gérard Deltell (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.Answer justifies the loan for jobs but avoids explaining the vote against committee hearings on accountability.That is why we chose to invest by lending money to Bombardier for the C Series and Global 7000 projects.
6. answered
   Foreign AffairsMr. Murray Rankin (NDP) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.Answer directly states the timing of notification and confirms the message conveyed to the US.we were informed about an hour before the air strikes by the American military on Syria.
7. answered
   Foreign AffairsMr. Murray Rankin (NDP) asked Le très hon. Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.Answer addresses the limited nature of the action and reiterates the diplomatic path forward.We reiterated the importance of pursuing diplomatic solutions for the situation in Syria.
8. partly answered
   Status of WomenMs. Ruth Ellen Brosseau (NDP) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.Answer expresses general support for addressing sexual assault issues but does not confirm support for the specific bill.We know there is much more to do, and we are happy to listen to and work with all members in the House on proposals that come forward to do just that.
9. deflected
   Status of WomenMs. Ruth Ellen Brosseau (NDP) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.The answer restates general support for objectives without addressing concerns or amendments.We will work with all our colleagues to ensure this is done properly.
10. deflected
    EthicsMr. Glen Motz (Conservative) asked Bardish Chagger (Liberal). loaded question.The answer pivots to job creation instead of addressing the specific spending justification.In the last eight months we have seen a quarter of a million jobs created, full time, good jobs for Canadians.
11. deflected
    EthicsMr. Colin Carrie (Conservative) asked Mr. Joël Lightbound (Liberal). substantive question.The answer asserts rules are respected without addressing the timeline or files accessed.We have no reason to doubt they will be respected, and in this case that they have been respected.
12. partly answered
    EthicsMrs. Sylvie Boucher (Conservative) asked Mr. Joël Lightbound (Liberal). substantive question.The answer addresses the lobbying assurance but not whether meetings occurred.the individual in question met with the Conflict of Interest and Ethics Commissioner and will not be lobbying this government.
13. deflected
    Government AppointmentsMs. Marilyn Gladu (Conservative) asked Mrs. Karen McCrimmon (Liberal). loaded question.The answer describes the general process without addressing specific appointments or failed candidates.our government has adopted an appointment process that supports the recruitment and selection of high-calibre candidates, that is open and transparent, merit-based, and reflects Canada's diversity, including gender balance.
14. deflected
    Standing Orders of the House of CommonsMr. Tom Lukiwski (Conservative) asked Bardish Chagger (Liberal). substantive question.The answer restates modernization commitment without addressing the unanimity tradition.This government is committed to working with all members of Parliament and all sides of the House.
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    Standing Orders of the House of CommonsMr. John Nater (Conservative) asked Bardish Chagger (Liberal). rhetorical question.The answer repeats a desire for accountability without engaging the listening or transparency accusation.as we have said time and time again, we actually want more accountability and more transparency.
16. answered
    PrivacyMr. Matthew Dubé (NDP) asked Jody Wilson-Raybould (Liberal). substantive question.The answer directly explains the legal framework and oversight governing the devices.Like any technical investigative tool, the use of these devices by Canadian law enforcement and intelligence agencies is governed by the law, governed by the charter, and subject to judicial control.
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    Foreign AffairsMs. Sheri Benson (NDP) asked Mr. Matt DeCourcey (Liberal). substantive question.Answer shifts to general human rights and protestors instead of addressing condemnation of Chechnya abuses.We call on the Putin government to immediately release all peaceful protestors.
18. partly answered
    Aerospace IndustryDiane Finley (Conservative) asked Mr. David Lametti (Liberal). substantive question.Answer defends the contribution and notes disappointment but does not address demanding accountability from executives.We are disappointed in that pay raise, but Bombardier has reacted to the disillusionment and we support that.
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    InfrastructureMs. Dianne L. Watts (Conservative) asked Marie-Claude Bibeau (Liberal). substantive question.Answer justifies the investment with examples from other countries but avoids the risk and access concerns raised.We concluded that this investment will be good for some of the world's poorest and most vulnerable people.
20. partly answered
    Regional Economic DevelopmentMr. David Yurdiga (Conservative) asked Carolyn Bennett (Liberal). substantive question.Answer explains the review and consultation process but does not rebut the claim of killing northern jobs.Territories, indigenous and northern communities, and industry will all be consulted with that process.
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    Regional Economic DevelopmentMr. John Barlow (Conservative) asked Catherine McKenna (Liberal). substantive question.Answer pivots to general environment-economy linkage and one association's stance without addressing northern economic stability.I am very pleased that the Mining Association of Canada is a member of the carbon pricing leadership coalition.
22. answered
    EthicsMr. Romeo Saganash (NDP) asked Carolyn Bennett (Liberal). substantive question.Answer directly condemns the comments and states removal from committee was correct while noting party responsibility.Removing her from the Standing Senate Committee on Aboriginal Peoples was the right thing to do.
23. misdirected
    EthicsMr. Nathan Cullen (NDP) asked Karina Gould (Liberal). substantive question.Answer addresses Senate independence and ethics but sidesteps the specific call for PM action on resignation and accountability.The Senate is an independent chamber and is responsible for dealing with these serious issues.
24. answered
    Fisheries and OceansMr. Todd Doherty (Conservative) asked Dominic LeBlanc (Liberal). substantive question.Answer directly states the fund amount, timeline, and upcoming meetings to clarify use and eligibility.I welcome the opportunity to tell the House that the Atlantic fisheries innovation fund has $325 million that will be available this year.
25. partly answered
    Softwood LumberMr. Todd Doherty (Conservative) asked Ms. Kim Rudd (Liberal). substantive question.The answer discusses general coordination and programs but provides no specific plans for protecting jobs or communities.We are continuing to work closely with the provinces through the Federal-Provincial Task Force on Softwood Lumber to make sure we have a coordinated approach to address the needs of forestry companies and workers who may be affected.
26. answered
    Air TransportationMrs. Karen Vecchio (Conservative) asked Mrs. Karen McCrimmon (Liberal). substantive question.The answer directly addresses aviation safety jurisdiction and ongoing inspections for the aerodrome issue.These inspections are under way, and we will provide more information as it becomes available.
27. partly answered
    Rail TransportationMr. Luc Berthold (Conservative) asked Mme Karen McCrimmon (Liberal). substantive question.The answer acknowledges the tragedy and mentions a meeting but offers no firm commitment on the bypass.The study is still under way and that is why the minister met with the Premier of Quebec a few weeks ago to discuss the bypass and the next steps in the process.
28. deflected
    National DefenceMs. Rachel Blaney (NDP) asked Harjit S. Sajjan (Liberal). substantive question.The answer restates the defence review process without confirming resources or addressing the budget criticism.That is why the Prime Minister mandated me to do a very thorough defence policy review.
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    Forestry IndustryMr. Gord Johns (NDP) asked Mr. Rodger Cuzner (Liberal). substantive question.The answer shifts to general job creation and budget investments without addressing EI extensions or the forestry crisis.We are seeing that in the last eight months alone, a quarter of a million full-time jobs have been created in the country.
30. deflected
    JusticeMr. Michael Cooper (Conservative) asked Jody Wilson-Raybould (Liberal). loaded question.The answer avoids the vacancy and delay issues by restating the appointment process without specifics on numbers or timelines.I am very pleased to continue on an ongoing basis to announce additional appointments to the superior courts.
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    JusticeMr. Bernard Généreux (Conservative) asked Jody Wilson-Raybould (Liberal). loaded question.The answer repeats the process description but ignores the call for quick regional appointments and the risk of releases.We are taking a careful, considered, and thoughtful approach in terms of looking at the appointments of superior court justices across the country.
32. partly answered
    Public Services and ProcurementMr. Alupa Clarke (Conservative) asked Mr. Steven MacKinnon (Liberal). substantive question.The answer confirms no bonuses were given but does not address canceling them, apologizing, or taking responsibility.We have ensured that the senior officials responsible for the system did not receive performance bonuses.
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    Indigenous AffairsMr. Arnold Viersen (Conservative) asked Carolyn Bennett (Liberal). loaded question.The answer discusses ongoing work but avoids addressing the claim of betrayal or lack of action on the Act.Since last summer, we have been working with indigenous organizations, including the AFN special committee and the Aboriginal Financial Officers Association, on ways to enhance mutual accountability.
34. partly answered
    TaxationMr. Martin Shields (Conservative) asked Ginette Petitpas Taylor (Liberal). substantive question.The response indicates consultations are happening but does not explain why the deferral is being ended.Budget 2017 launches consultations with farmers and stakeholders on tax deferral.
35. misdirected
    Regional Economic DevelopmentMs. Monique Pauzé (Bloc) asked Mrs. Karen McCrimmon (Liberal). substantive question.The answer shifts to general investments in transportation without addressing vessel repairs location.We have had encouraging news. We want to make more investments in trade corridors and in our transportation to make it more effective, to make it safer and more secure.
36. partly answered
    Natural ResourcesMs. Monique Pauzé (Bloc) asked Ms. Kim Rudd (Liberal). substantive question.The answer mentions the expert panel but does not commit to removing environmental assessment from the NEB.To respect this commitment made during the election campaign, we set up an expert panel tasked with reviewing the structure, role, and mandate of the National Energy Board.
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    Canadian HeritageMs. Monique Pauzé (Bloc) asked Mr. Sean Casey (Liberal). loaded question.The response avoids addressing the request for an apology by citing CBC's independence.Out of respect for its independence, we should refrain from commenting on the content of this series.
38. answered
    Canada Revenue AgencyHunter Tootoo (Independent) asked Diane Lebouthillier (Liberal). substantive question.The answer directly addresses the concern by stating that no category is targeted and audits are fair.I can assure the House that no one category of taxpayer is targeted during the audit selection process.