Budget bill debate dominates Commons as Liberals defend tax fairness

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1. deflected
   EthicsAndrew Scheer (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). loaded question.Answer ignores the specific White House question and pivots to unrelated condolences plus general tax talk.On the other matter, I can assure the opposition that we are fully committed to fighting tax avoidance and tax evasion
2. deflected
   EthicsAndrew Scheer (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). loaded question.Answer restates general anti-evasion efforts and defers to individuals instead of addressing when the PM learned of Bronfman's actions.I will let the individuals concerned comment on their own situation, but I will say that the Canada Revenue Agency is reviewing links to Canadian entities
3. deflected
   EthicsAndrew Scheer (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). loaded question.Answer repeats investment figures and CRA actions without explaining why Bronfman is still defended or why middle-class taxes rose.The Canada Revenue Agency is reviewing links to Canadian entities and will take every appropriate action regarding the paradise papers.
4. deflected
   EthicsAndrew Scheer (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). loaded question.Answer again cites budgets and CRA reviews while refusing to address when the PM learned of Bronfman's tax interests.I will let individuals comment on their own situation.
5. misdirected
   EthicsAndrew Scheer (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). loaded question.Answer shifts entirely to listing government achievements and ignores the contrast drawn between middle-class taxes and Bronfman.We raised taxes on the wealthiest 1% so we could lower them on the middle class.
6. deflected
   EthicsMr. Guy Caron (NDP) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). loaded question.Answer defends the record with audit numbers but does not explain stalled studies or lack of action on Panama papers.We use the information received through leaked lists when they arise, but we do not wait on these lists to attack the problem.
7. deflected
   EthicsMr. Guy Caron (NDP) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). loaded question.Answer repeats the same investment and conviction statistics without addressing the delay in promised swift action.There are 627 cases transferred to criminal investigations, 268 search warrants executed, 78 convictions.
8. deflected
   EthicsMr. Alexandre Boulerice (NDP) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). loaded question.Answer cites the billion-dollar investment and results while avoiding any discussion of protecting Liberal family members.The results speak for themselves: 627 cases have been transferred to criminal investigation, and there have been 268 warrants and 78 convictions.
9. deflected
   EthicsMr. Alexandre Boulerice (NDP) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). loaded question.The answer pivots to general middle-class policies without addressing the specific claim about protecting Bronfman.Our government continues to crack down on tax evasion and tax avoidance.
10. deflected
    EthicsMr. Alain Rayes (Conservative) asked Diane Lebouthillier (Liberal). loaded question.The response lists enforcement stats but never answers when the Prime Minister learned of the connections.our government is committed to combatting tax evasion and tax avoidance.
11. misdirected
    EthicsMr. Alain Rayes (Conservative) asked Diane Lebouthillier (Liberal). loaded question.The answer attacks the previous Conservative government instead of addressing the question about Bronfman.The opposition members' hypocrisy is astounding.
12. deflected
    EthicsCandice Bergen (Conservative) asked Diane Lebouthillier (Liberal). loaded question.The reply repeats investment figures and avoids any comment on hypocrisy or conflict of interest.our government is fully committed to combatting tax evasion.
13. deflected
    EthicsCandice Bergen (Conservative) asked Diane Lebouthillier (Liberal). loaded question.The answer highlights international cooperation and recovered funds but never answers whether the money will be returned.Our efforts have borne fruit, as we are about to recoup $25 billion.
14. deflected
    EthicsPierre Poilievre (Conservative) asked Diane Lebouthillier (Liberal). loaded question.The response lists enforcement numbers without addressing the request to return Bronfman-raised funds.We have had 627 cases transferred to criminal investigations, 268 search warrants executed, and 78 convictions.
15. misdirected
    EthicsPierre Poilievre (Conservative) asked Diane Lebouthillier (Liberal). loaded question.The answer shifts entirely to mental-health tax credits instead of discussing enforcement targets.We are giving a record number of tax credits to people with disabilities and people with mental health problems.
16. deflected
    EthicsMr. Pierre-Luc Dusseault (NDP) asked Diane Lebouthillier (Liberal). loaded question.The reply repeats the same enforcement statistics and never addresses legislative changes to close tax-haven loopholes.Over the past two years, we invested $1 billion.
17. deflected
    EthicsMs. Rachel Blaney (NDP) asked Diane Lebouthillier (Liberal). loaded question.The answer promotes government investments without addressing the NDP motion or alleged refusal to act.We have invested $1 billion over the past two years.
18. deflected
    EthicsMr. Gérard Deltell (Conservative) asked Diane Lebouthillier (Liberal). loaded question.The answer repeats general commitments on tax evasion without addressing Bronfman's role or the White House trip.our government is firmly committed to combatting tax evasion and tax avoidance.
19. misdirected
    EthicsMr. Gérard Deltell (Conservative) asked Diane Lebouthillier (Liberal). loaded question.The answer attacks Conservative hypocrisy instead of addressing the Guardian quote or Bronfman relationship.The Conservatives' hypocrisy is stunning.
20. deflected
    EthicsMr. John Brassard (Conservative) asked Diane Lebouthillier (Liberal). loaded question.The answer lists enforcement statistics without addressing Bronfman's White House trip or dual tax rules.There have been 627 cases transferred to criminal investigation, 268 search warrants and 78 convictions.
21. deflected
    EthicsMr. Mark Strahl (Conservative) asked Diane Lebouthillier (Liberal). loaded question.The answer states general commitment without addressing offshore havens or hypocrisy claims.our government is committed to combatting tax evasion and aggressive tax avoidance.
22. partly answered
    PensionsMr. Scott Duvall (NDP) asked Navdeep Bains (Liberal). substantive question.The answer explains the CCAA process and Sears support but does not confirm keeping the pension promise or working with the asker.With respect to the CCAA process, that process is designed to help companies in financial distress
23. partly answered
    Indigenous AffairsMs. Sheila Malcolmson (NDP) asked Carolyn Bennett (Liberal). substantive question.The answer affirms support for the inquiry but does not address reported Liberal interference or timeline for stopping barriers.We are absolutely committed to ensuring that the commission has all the support it needs to succeed.
24. deflected
    TaxationMs. Marilyn Gladu (Conservative) asked Diane Lebouthillier (Liberal). loaded question.The answer discusses disability tax credit access without addressing offshore tax havens or protecting vulnerable Canadians from Liberal friends.We have made it easier to access the disability tax credit, we simplified the forms
25. deflected
    TaxationMr. Pat Kelly (Conservative) asked Diane Lebouthillier (Liberal). loaded question.The answer restates general commitments without addressing specific claims of targeting vulnerable groups.our government is fully committed to ensuring that Canadians receive the tax credits to which they are entitled.
26. deflected
    TaxationMaxime Bernier (Conservative) asked Diane Lebouthillier (Liberal). loaded question.The answer pivots to tax havens and past investments instead of addressing changes in interpretation or targeting of the vulnerable.our government is fully committed to fighting tax evasion and aggressive tax avoidance.
27. deflected
    TaxationErin O'Toole (Conservative) asked Diane Lebouthillier (Liberal). loaded question.The answer emphasizes unchanged law and increased benefits without addressing the targeting of small businesses or Liberal insiders.the law regarding disability tax credits has not been amended.
28. partly answered
    Public SafetyMs. Jenny Kwan (NDP) asked Ralph Goodale (Liberal). substantive question.The answer acknowledges false positives and points to Bill C-59 but does not address funding a redress system.to be clear, there are no children on the no-fly list, but there is confusion among similar names.
29. deflected
    Public SafetyMr. Matthew Dubé (NDP) asked Ralph Goodale (Liberal). loaded question.The answer repeats the need for Bill C-59 without addressing full funding of a redress system or immediate fixes.To fix it takes legislation and regulation and a new computer system built from the bottom up.
30. deflected
    EthicsMs. Rachael Harder (Conservative) asked Diane Lebouthillier (Liberal). loaded question.The answer highlights enforcement statistics without addressing awareness of specific Liberal donors or tax havens.The Canada Revenue Agency is reviewing links to Canadian entities and will take appropriate action with respect to the paradise papers.
31. deflected
    EthicsMr. Dan Albas (Conservative) asked Diane Lebouthillier (Liberal). loaded question.The answer focuses on international efforts and results without addressing Liberal donors or offshore havens.I am proud of the leadership role Canada has taken on the international stage.
32. deflected
    EthicsMr. Dan Albas (Conservative) asked Diane Lebouthillier (Liberal). loaded question.The answer asserts no double standard but avoids addressing two-tier taxation or specific Liberal insiders.as Minister of National Revenue, I can say that there will be no double standard.
33. deflected
    EthicsPierre Poilievre (Conservative) asked Diane Lebouthillier (Liberal). loaded question.The answer restates general anti-evasion efforts without addressing the hypocrisy claim or apology request.our government is fully committed to fighting tax evasion and tax avoidance, to make sure the tax system is fair and equitable for all Canadians.
34. partly answered
    HousingMs. Marjolaine Boutin-Sweet (NDP) asked Jean-Yves Duclos (Liberal). substantive question.The answer acknowledges the new mayor and mentions an upcoming national strategy but does not confirm hearing the specific request for Montreal social housing funding.In the coming weeks, we will launch Canada's first-ever national housing strategy, which will provide extraordinary opportunities to strengthen the Government of Canada's role in supporting our families in Quebec and elsewhere in Canada.
35. misdirected
    HealthMs. Marilyn Gladu (Conservative) asked Mr. Bill Blair (Liberal). loaded question.The answer discusses drug access affordability instead of enforcement of Vanessa's Law or transparency timelines.we remain committed to working with our provincial and territorial partners to ensure that all Canadians have access to the prescription drugs they require in an affordable and accessible way.
36. deflected
    EthicsMr. Xavier Barsalou-Duval (Bloc) asked Diane Lebouthillier (Liberal). loaded question.The answer repeats platform commitments and past investments without confirming any CRA investigation of Bronfman.Over the past two years, we have invested nearly $1 billion, which has allowed us to conduct investigations and to recoup nearly $25 billion.
37. deflected
    EthicsMr. Rhéal Fortin (Bloc) asked Diane Lebouthillier (Liberal). loaded question.The answer defends the government's record and compares itself favorably to the Bloc without addressing action against Liberal-linked tax havens.I can say that we have always done quite a bit more than the Bloc Québécois.
38. answered
    Indigenous AffairsHunter Tootoo (Independent) asked Mr. Joël Lightbound (Liberal). substantive question.The answer directly references the recent meeting with Inuit representatives and federal transfers to Nunavut for education priorities.Recently the finance minister met with the organization Inuit Tapiriit Kanatami, which represents more than 50,000 Inuit in some communities my colleague has referred to.