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1. deflected
   EthicsAndrew Scheer (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.The answer discusses the appointment process rather than addressing the continuation of investigations.my team responsible for appointments will continue to provide the same support to the Leader of the Government in the House of Commons and her staff as it does to all other ministers' offices, and as it has done for hundreds of appointments right across government.
2. deflected
   EthicsAndrew Scheer (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.Avoids committing to parliamentary interview by praising the appointment process.I have the utmost confidence that the government House leader is managing this appointment process appropriately and as must be expected.
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   Veterans AffairsAndrew Scheer (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.Shifts blame to Conservatives without explaining current actions on backlog.For 10 years, the Conservative government closed veterans' service centres.
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   Veterans AffairsAndrew Scheer (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.Blames previous government and highlights new applicants instead of addressing ombudsman recommendations.So many veterans had abandoned the idea of getting help under the previous government that now that we are putting in place systems and benefits they can access, reopening offices that Conservatives shuttered, more and more veterans are coming forward to claim what this government, and all governments, owe them.
5. partly answered
   TaxationAndrew Scheer (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.Acknowledges negative impacts from the letter and states they are reviewing it.We have heard that the clarification letter has resulted in negative impacts, and that is why we are looking at it carefully, to ensure that indeed we are getting the delivery of services that Canadians expect.
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   Veterans AffairsMr. Guy Caron (NDP) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.Highlights past Conservative failures and reopened centres instead of committing to pre-release pensions.over the past two years, we have worked hard to restore the level of service our veterans expect and deserve.
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   Veterans AffairsMs. Irene Mathyssen (NDP) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.Mentions ongoing work with veterans groups but provides no timeline or plan for the pension scheme.We look forward to continuing to work with veterans groups to ensure that the new lifelong pension is restored to the level that everyone can expect.
8. misdirected
   Canadian HeritageMr. Guy Caron (NDP) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.Ignores the question on press and Netflix entirely and pivots to tax policy.the first thing we did when we came into office was to lower taxes on the middle class and raise them on the wealthiest 1%.
9. misdirected
   Canadian HeritageMr. Pierre Nantel (NDP) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). rhetorical question.Answer shifts entirely to tax policy and ignores Netflix/Quebec consensus query.I can say that not one Quebecker asked me to raise their taxes.
10. deflected
    TaxationMr. Alain Rayes (Conservative) asked Mr. Joël Lightbound (Liberal). loaded question.Answer addresses fairness goal but evades firing request and timing complaint.The details about our reform regarding income sprinkling will be announced very soon.
11. deflected
    TaxationMr. Alain Rayes (Conservative) asked Mr. Joël Lightbound (Liberal). loaded question.Answer restates fairness and rate cut while ignoring call for minister to step down.We simply want to enhance tax fairness because at the moment some Canadians have access to tax benefits that are not available to the majority of Canada's middle class.
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    TaxationCandice Bergen (Conservative) asked Mr. Joël Lightbound (Liberal). loaded question.Answer promises details and lists prior cuts but sidesteps offshore and disrespect accusations.I want to reassure my colleague from the opposition that the details will be coming in very shortly.
13. deflected
    TaxationCandice Bergen (Conservative) asked Mr. Joël Lightbound (Liberal). loaded question.Answer repeats tax cuts and growth stats while avoiding hiding and hypocrisy charges.our objective is that we will always stand behind the family business model.
14. deflected
    TaxationPierre Poilievre (Conservative) asked Mr. Joël Lightbound (Liberal). substantive question.Answer promises forthcoming details but does not address enforcement or litigation costs.Details about income sprinkling as it relates to our tax reform will soon be available to all Canadians.
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    TaxationPierre Poilievre (Conservative) asked Mr. Joël Lightbound (Liberal). substantive question.Answer again defers to imminent details and avoids judges' concerns or repeal.The details regarding income sprinkling should be known imminently.
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    Canadian HeritageMr. Pierre-Luc Dusseault (NDP) asked Mr. Sean Casey (Liberal). loaded question.Answer highlights cultural spending but ignores Netflix tax treatment and Quebec consensus.We have made massive investments in arts and culture, over $2.3 billion to be precise.
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    Government CommunicationsMr. Erin Weir (NDP) asked Ms. Joyce Murray (Liberal). substantive question.The answer discusses partisan advertising reductions and transparency instead of committing to the committee recommendation on Canadian publications.We are proud of what we are doing, and we appreciate the work of the committee in looking at the advertising budget for the future years.
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    TaxationMr. Gérard Deltell (Conservative) asked Ms. Kamal Khera (Liberal). loaded question.The answer promotes the disability advisory committee and criticizes Conservatives rather than addressing the denial of claims or offering an apology.We are giving these groups back their seat at the table, which the Conservatives took away in 2006.
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    TaxationMr. Gérard Deltell (Conservative) asked Ms. Kamal Khera (Liberal). loaded question.The answer focuses on the advisory committee and future improvements without acknowledging any mistake or apologizing for the policy change.Following concerns raised by Canadians, the agency is evaluating applications to determine whether or not there has been an impact on the delivery of the DTC.
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    TaxationMr. Pat Kelly (Conservative) asked Ms. Kamal Khera (Liberal). loaded question.The answer reiterates commitment to access and stakeholder consultation while avoiding any admission of a policy change or apology.Following concerns raised by Canadians, the agency is evaluating applications to determine whether or not there has been an impact on the delivery of the DTC.
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    TaxationMr. Pat Kelly (Conservative) asked Ms. Kamal Khera (Liberal). loaded question.The answer insists criteria have not changed and lists process improvements without addressing the demand for an apology.again, let me be absolutely clear that the law and the eligibility criteria for the disability tax credit have not changed.
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    Canadian HeritageMs. Brigitte Sansoucy (NDP) asked Mr. Sean Casey (Liberal). substantive question.The answer acknowledges the importance of local media and mentions modernizing programs but does not specify a timeline or direct support commitment.We have already announced that we are going to modernize our programs to better support the newspaper industry, both in print and online.
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    Canadian HeritageMs. Tracey Ramsey (NDP) asked Mr. Sean Casey (Liberal). substantive question.The answer expresses support for local news and modernization plans but does not address the call to change the minister's attitude or prevent closures.Our approach will be to support innovation, adaptation, and transition to the digital era.
24. answered
    EthicsPeter Kent (Conservative) asked Bardish Chagger (Liberal). substantive question.The answer directly addresses the appointment process for the Ethics Commissioner and commitment to continuing investigations via the new process.We have put in place a new appointment process that supports an open, transparent, and merit-based selection that is open to all Canadians to apply to.
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    EthicsPeter Kent (Conservative) asked Bardish Chagger (Liberal). substantive question.The response describes the appointment process without committing to continued investigations.We look forward to the outcomes of this process and putting forward a name.
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    EthicsMr. Jacques Gourde (Conservative) asked Bardish Chagger (Liberal). substantive question.The response promotes the merit-based process without assuring continuation of specific investigations.We have confidence in this process, and it is from this process that the next person will be appointed.
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    EthicsMr. Bob Zimmer (Conservative) asked Bardish Chagger (Liberal). substantive question.The response emphasizes the selection process without providing assurances on ongoing investigations.We have an open, transparent, merit-based selection process.
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    PensionsMr. Scott Duvall (NDP) asked Jean-Yves Duclos (Liberal). substantive question.The response highlights CPP enhancements without addressing the requested drop-out provisions fix.In June 2016, the Minister of Finance partnered with the provinces and territories once again to implement a historic agreement to enhance the Canada pension plan
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    PensionsMs. Karine Trudel (NDP) asked Jean-Yves Duclos (Liberal). substantive question.The response discusses general CPP improvements without committing to fixing the drop-out provisions.I am proud to be part of a government that is working with the provinces and territories right now to make the Canada pension plan even more flexible and generous for future generations.
30. answered
    Immigration, Refugees and CitizenshipMichelle Rempel (Conservative) asked Ahmed Hussen (Liberal). substantive question.The response directly corrects the premise that FGM references were removed from a finalized guide.To be clear, the content of the new guide has not been finalized.
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    Immigration, Refugees and CitizenshipMichelle Rempel (Conservative) asked Ahmed Hussen (Liberal). substantive question.The response again corrects the factual premise about the guide while attacking the prior government.the assertion by the member opposite that we have removed anything from a final citizenship guide is completely inaccurate.
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    HealthMr. Gordon Brown (Conservative) asked Mr. Bill Blair (Liberal). substantive question.The response acknowledges the report but offers no timeline or commitment on including forgotten survivors.We are reviewing its important report and we will be responding in due course.
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    International TradeMr. John Barlow (Conservative) asked Lawrence MacAulay (Liberal). loaded question.Answer addresses market concerns and actions taken but sidesteps the direct accusation about the agriculture minister's job performance and timing.We are raising our concerns with the Government of India, including the recent trade mission, led by the Minister of International Trade , who raises this issue at every opportunity.
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    Indigenous AffairsMr. Gord Johns (NDP) asked Mr. Serge Cormier (Liberal). substantive question.Answer restates government priorities and notes the court case without addressing ending the prosecution or recognizing fishing rights.Since this case is before the Supreme Court of British Columbia, it would be inappropriate for me to comment on it at this time.
35. misdirected
    Public Services and ProcurementSteven Blaney (Conservative) asked Harjit S. Sajjan (Liberal). loaded question.Answer shifts focus to past government cuts and thanks a shipyard instead of addressing the Obelix contract timeline or policy failure.However, because of the previous cuts, a capability gap was left and because of that, the interim capability gap will be filled by Davie shipyard, which built the Asterix .
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    Canadian HeritageMr. Xavier Barsalou-Duval (Bloc) asked Mr. Sean Casey (Liberal). loaded question.Answer avoids the tax on online transactions and instead highlights unrelated cultural investments.We have made massive investments in arts and culture, over $2.3 billion to be precise.
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    MarijuanaMr. Gabriel Ste-Marie (Bloc) asked Mr. Bill Blair (Liberal). substantive question.Answer discusses general consensus on cannabis policy but does not address splitting tax revenue 100% to Quebec and municipalities.We continue to remain committed to a respectful discussion with our provincial, territorial, and municipal partners to ensure that those who have responsibilities have the resources they need to fulfill those responsibilities.
38. partly answered
    Foreign InvestmentMs. Elizabeth May (Green) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.Answer confirms case-by-case review and national security consultation but does not assure a thorough review specifically for the Aecon sale.every proposed investment of this scale is examined on a case-by-case basis to ensure that it is in Canada's best interest.