Budget debate leads Commons day as MPs clash over deficits jobs and trade

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1. deflected
   National DefenceLisa Raitt (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.The answer avoids the specific question about fatality risks by discussing general commitments and future debates.We will continue to work with the members opposite to determine the best way to move forward on debate in the House.
2. deflected
   National DefenceLisa Raitt (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.The response emphasizes safety and preparation without addressing rules on engaging targets.We always act to mitigate, as best as possible, the level of risk that Canadian Armed Forces personnel face while on operations.
3. misdirected
   National DefenceLisa Raitt (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.The answer shifts to criticizing the previous government instead of providing casualty projections.The previous government chose to wrap itself in the flag and use special forces as photo ops, while not informing the House about anything.
4. deflected
   National DefenceMr. Pierre Paul-Hus (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.The answer reiterates safety measures without specifying the chain of command.the safety of our men and women in uniform remains our top priority in every operation.
5. deflected
   National DefenceMr. Pierre Paul-Hus (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.The response focuses on transparency and debate plans rather than detailing rules of engagement.We have already approached the opposition to talk about how to hold that debate, and we are pleased that plans will be finalized in the coming weeks.
6. partly answered
   National DefenceMr. Guy Caron (NDP) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.The answer provides some mission details but omits specifics on timing and personnel composition.We announced our commitment to send an air task force to Mali that will include Chinook and Griffon helicopters.
7. deflected
   National DefenceMr. Guy Caron (NDP) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.The answer deflects by commenting on opposition positions instead of providing a timeline for details.We have to admit, Mr. Speaker, it is a bit of an interesting turn of events when the Conservatives think we are doing too much with our military and the New Democrats do not think we are doing enough.
8. deflected
   International TradeMs. Tracey Ramsey (NDP) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.The response discusses meetings with workers and general commitments without addressing specific thresholds for action on tariffs.I was very pleased to be able to meet with them to listen to their concerns directly and to reassure them about the path forward we are taking.
9. deflected
   International TradeMs. Tracey Ramsey (NDP) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). loaded question.The answer avoids addressing belief in the President's honesty or specific job protection plans.We are going to continue to take this approach that is working with the American government, regardless of what the NDP proposes.
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    FinanceMr. Gérard Deltell (Conservative) asked Mr. Joël Lightbound (Liberal). substantive question.The answer discusses past economic choices and job numbers instead of providing a timeline for balancing the budget.The results speak for themselves. Over the past two years, 600,000 jobs have been created, most of which are full time.
11. partly answered
    FinanceMr. Gérard Deltell (Conservative) asked Mr. Joël Lightbound (Liberal). substantive question.The answer addresses fiscal responsibility via debt-to-GDP but does not confirm the 2019/20 balance promise.Canada's debt-to-GDP ratio is the best in the G7, and it is projected to reach its lowest level since the late 1970s by the end of this term.
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    FinancePierre Poilievre (Conservative) asked Scott Brison (Liberal). substantive question.The answer defends the innovation review and criticizes Conservatives rather than confirming the $3 billion waste cut.What I will say is we will not do what the Conservatives did, for instance, when they cut 700 pay advisers to save $70 million on the eve of an election, destroying the pay system for the Canadian—
13. partly answered
    FinancePierre Poilievre (Conservative) asked Amarjeet Sohi (Liberal). substantive question.The answer highlights approved projects but does not address the lack of an updated infrastructure plan.Under our plan, we have approved more than 4,100 projects with a combined investment of more than $35 billion.
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    FinancePierre Poilievre (Conservative) asked Mr. Joël Lightbound (Liberal). loaded question.The answer promotes tax cuts and child benefits instead of addressing multiple broken fiscal promises.I would like to remind the member that the first thing we did was we lowered taxes on the middle class and raised them on the wealthiest 1%.
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    FinancePierre Poilievre (Conservative) asked Mr. Joël Lightbound (Liberal). loaded question.The answer justifies investments and debt ratio but does not admit to never balancing the budget.That is what we have done, and we are making sure that our debt-to-GDP ratio stays on a downward track.
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    Regional Economic DevelopmentMs. Karine Trudel (NDP) asked Chrystia Freeland (Liberal). substantive question.The answer affirms ongoing work on tariffs but does not commit to an immediate action plan for aluminum workers.Our priority is to get the best possible outcomes for Canadians and their families.
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    PensionsMr. Scott Duvall (NDP) asked Mr. David Lametti (Liberal). substantive question.The answer expresses sympathy and general intent but provides no specific plan or timeline for pension protection.We are taking their advice. We are taking advice from all sides of the House to look into how we can better the situation of pensioners in this country.
18. deflected
    Canada-India RelationsErin O'Toole (Conservative) asked Ralph Goodale (Liberal). substantive question.The answer praises national security agencies without addressing the request for an apology to India.Canada's national security agencies are impartial and non-partisan.
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    Canada-India RelationsErin O'Toole (Conservative) asked Ralph Goodale (Liberal). substantive question.The answer states the invitation was rescinded but avoids addressing the call for the national security adviser to brief the House.The invitation should never have been issued. When it was discovered, it was rescinded, as it should have been.
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    Canada-India RelationsMr. Alain Rayes (Conservative) asked Ralph Goodale (Liberal). loaded question.The answer reiterates the invitation error and officials' impartiality without engaging the conspiracy claim or evidence request.First, the invitation should never have been issued. When it was discovered, it was rescinded.
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    Canada-India RelationsMr. Alain Rayes (Conservative) asked Ralph Goodale (Liberal). loaded question.The answer shifts to listing trade achievements instead of addressing the demand for an apology.during the course of that mission there were about one billion dollars' worth of trade and investment identified, about 6,000 Canadian jobs created
22. partly answered
    International TradeMs. Rachel Blaney (NDP) asked Chrystia Freeland (Liberal). substantive question.The answer acknowledges the tariffs and states ongoing work with partners but offers no specific actions or timeline.We will continue to work with all our partners across Canada to defend this vital sector against unfair and unwarranted U.S. trade measures and practices.
23. partly answered
    International TradeMr. Alistair MacGregor (NDP) asked Chrystia Freeland (Liberal). substantive question.The answer condemns the tariffs and affirms support for the industry but provides no concrete steps or timeline for protection.We stand with our forestry industry, and we are taking every possible action, including in international arenas, to support and defend our forestry industry.
24. misdirected
    EmploymentSteven Blaney (Conservative) asked Patty Hajdu (Liberal). loaded question.The answer attacks the Conservatives' record instead of addressing the motion on the Canada summer jobs program.Unlike the Conservatives, who have funded groups that promote anti-abortion, distribute graphic images, or discriminate against the LGBTQ community
25. deflected
    EmploymentMrs. Karen Vecchio (Conservative) asked Patty Hajdu (Liberal). loaded question.The answer promotes program success and application numbers without addressing the values test, fewer applications, or the motion.The number of applications received, and currently under review, is on par with 2017.
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    EmploymentMr. Garnett Genuis (Conservative) asked Patty Hajdu (Liberal). substantive question.The answer restates the policy on rights without addressing support for the motion or non-activist groups.Young people are counting on us to stand up for their rights, to deliver this program in a way that is fair and equitable and respects all Canadians, and that is exactly what we will do.
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    EmploymentMr. Garnett Genuis (Conservative) asked Patty Hajdu (Liberal). substantive question.The answer describes the application process and projected jobs but avoids any commitment on the motion or charter concerns.In fact, we have had resounding applications, the same as last year.
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    TelecommunicationsMs. Christine Moore (NDP) asked Mr. David Lametti (Liberal). loaded question.The answer discusses general rural broadband efforts without addressing cellular coverage gaps, the budget omission, or a timeline.Our connect to innovate program is addressing the digital divide and will enable our communities and businesses to seize opportunities provided by the global digital economy.
29. answered
    InfrastructureMs. Brigitte Sansoucy (NDP) asked Amarjeet Sohi (Liberal). substantive question.The answer outlines the infrastructure plan, funding amounts, approved projects, and bilateral agreements.We have approved 4,100 projects, with a combined investment of $35 billion.
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    Public SafetyCandice Bergen (Conservative) asked Ralph Goodale (Liberal). substantive question.The answer highlights cybersecurity funding and a new centre but does not address Huawei or any specific threat evaluation.As the hon. member will have noticed in the last budget, the Minister of Finance has set aside something in excess of $700 million for investments over the next number of years, including the creation of a new cybersecurity centre
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    Public SafetyCandice Bergen (Conservative) asked Ralph Goodale (Liberal). substantive question.The answer refers to a completed review and general protections without committing to any Huawei re-evaluation.We will take every step necessary to make sure that this critical infrastructure, which is vital to Canada and to our relations with countries around the world, is properly protected and defended.
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    Natural ResourcesMrs. Kelly Block (Conservative) asked Ms. Kim Rudd (Liberal). loaded question.The answer lists pipeline approvals including Trans Mountain but provides no reassurance on spring construction start.Our government has approved the Trans Mountain expansion and we stand by that approval.
33. answered
    Agriculture and Agri-foodMr. Luc Berthold (Conservative) asked Marc Garneau (Liberal). loaded question.The answer states specific actions taken to resolve grain delivery problems raised in the question.That is why the Minister of Agriculture and I spoke with CN and CP.
34. deflected
    Foreign AffairsMr. Alexandre Boulerice (NDP) asked Chrystia Freeland (Liberal). substantive question.The response discusses general human rights policy without addressing the request for an investigation in Brazil.We are going to continue with this vital work.
35. misdirected
    Rail TransportationMr. John Barlow (Conservative) asked Marc Garneau (Liberal). substantive question.The answer turns to attacking the previous government instead of fully addressing current actions needed.unlike the previous government, which for 10 years did not do a darn thing to move grain and other commodities more efficiently.
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    Official LanguagesMr. Mario Beaulieu (Bloc) asked Scott Brison (Liberal). substantive question.The response gives a general statement on official languages without addressing enforcement in Quebec institutions.We will ensure that public servants across Canada continue to have the right to speak in both official languages.
37. partly answered
    Public Services and ProcurementMrs. Marilène Gill (Bloc) asked Carla Qualtrough (Liberal). substantive question.The answer acknowledges ongoing talks with Davie but provides no timeline or commitment on contracts.Davie is a major shipyard and we are still in talks with its representatives.
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    HealthMr. Luc Thériault (Québec debout) asked Ginette Petitpas Taylor (Liberal). substantive question.The response outlines actions on alcohol content but does not address considering a ban on guarana.I have instructed Health Canada to immediately take action with regard to the proposal to restrict the amount of alcohol in single-serve highly sweetened, high-alcohol beverages.
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    Chemical Attack in SalisburyMr. Luc Thériault (Québec debout) asked Bardish Chagger (Liberal). substantive question.The response announces an allotted day instead of addressing the request for unanimous consent on the motion.I would like to inform the House that Thursday, March 22 shall be an allotted day.