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Monday, June 4, 2018 · sitting No. 307
House debates UNDRIP motion on supply day amid pipeline clashes
The House spent the largest share of the sitting on a supply day motion moved by NDP MP Romeo Saganash that reaffirmed support for the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples and its article 32(2) on free and informed consent. The motion remained before the House after several members spoke to its implications for self-determination and project approvals.
In Question Period, Conservative Leader Andrew Scheer pressed the Prime Minister on the purchase of the Trans Mountain pipeline and bonuses paid to Kinder Morgan executives. The Prime Minister replied that the investment protects jobs and that internal company decisions are private matters. Trade Minister issues and steel tariffs also featured in exchanges between Scheer and Justin Trudeau.
Liberal MP Karen Ludwig presented her private member's motion on protecting endangered whales, which had been amended to recognize existing government work. Members from several parties spoke in support during the limited time allocated to the item.
Decided that day
- Bill C-57 passed third reading and adoption
- Bill C-47 report-stage concurrence passed
- S-239 and S-243 advanced to second reading
- C-406 introduced
From the Hansard record of the sitting. Full Hansard
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Who held the floor · 2018-06-04
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Other moments
Endangered Whales
NDP MP Sheila Malcolmson opened debate on endangered whales by describing orca sightings near Gabriola Island and Dodd Narrows.
Read the exchangeBusiness of Supply
Liberal MP Omar Alghabra asked NDP MP Romeo Saganash about differing NDP positions on UNDRIP in Alberta and British Columbia.
Read the exchangeInternational Trade
Conservative MP Luc Berthold accused the government of offering supply management concessions to the United States in NAFTA talks.
Read the exchangeForeign Affairs
Conservative Leader Andrew Scheer called on the Prime Minister to end efforts to normalize relations with Iran after a tweet by its supreme leader.
Read the exchangeIndigenous Affairs
Liberal MP Jane Philpott reported that 62 long-term drinking water advisories on reserves have been lifted.
Read the exchangeNational Cancer Survivors Day
Liberal MP Richard Hébert noted federal funding of nearly $50 million a year for the Canadian Partnership Against Cancer.
Read the exchangeQuestion Period, exchange by exchange
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- deflectedNatural ResourcesAndrew Scheer (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.The answer states general job support and refuses to comment on the bonuses instead of addressing the question.
We cannot comment on internal decisions that are part of private negotiations.
- misdirectedNatural ResourcesAndrew Scheer (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). loaded question.The answer attacks the Conservatives' record and ideology rather than addressing the bonuses or bailout question.
They, however, are trapped in their ideology and continue to play politics with thousands of good jobs for Alberta.
- partly answeredInternational TradeAndrew Scheer (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.The answer explains the need for consultation before tariffs but does not directly justify the three-week delay.
we think it is important that before we bring in tariffs, we consult with Canadians to make sure that we are doing the right things for Canadians.
- deflectedInternational TradeAndrew Scheer (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.The answer discusses avoiding harm in trade wars and consultation but does not explain the timing of countermeasures.
In the meantime, we will consult with Canadians on this important retaliatory measure.
- partly answeredForeign AffairsAndrew Scheer (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.The answer states opposition to Iran's actions and support for Israel but does not commit to ending normalization efforts.
We oppose Iran's support for terrorist organizations, its threats toward Israel, its ballistic missile program, and its support for the Assad regime.
- deflectedNatural ResourcesMs. Ruth Ellen Brosseau (NDP) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). loaded question.The answer focuses on market access needs and pipeline approval without addressing the bonuses or subsidy promise.
To that end, we need reliable, responsible access, which we can achieve with the pipeline we approved in accordance with a system that included more consultation with indigenous peoples.
- partly answeredIndigenous AffairsMs. Ruth Ellen Brosseau (NDP) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). loaded question.The answer affirms support for UNDRIP and listening to all voices but does not address the specific claim of forcing the pipeline on opponents.
We will continue to work in partnership with them.
- answeredIndigenous AffairsMs. Georgina Jolibois (NDP) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.The answer directly addresses the question by stating that reconciliation requires listening to all indigenous voices including opponents.
I respectfully suggest that, indeed, during consultations, listening and working to build reconciliation with indigenous peoples means listening to all voices of the indigenous community, including those who disagree with us.
- deflectedNatural ResourcesMr. Nathan Cullen (NDP) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). loaded question.Answer pivots to pipeline benefits and climate policy without addressing tabling the deal or executive bonus.
The Conservatives, who pretended they were great friends of the oil industry, were not able to achieve that in 10 years of trying, and we are now able to secure a pipeline that gets our oil resources to new markets.
- deflectedInternational TradeMr. Luc Berthold (Conservative) asked Lawrence MacAulay (Liberal). loaded question.Answer restates support for supply management but avoids yes-or-no on any proposed market-share concession.
our government strongly supports and is committed to the supply management system in this country.
- deflectedAgriculture and Agri-FoodMr. John Barlow (Conservative) asked Lawrence MacAulay (Liberal). loaded question.Answer discusses farmer stewardship and exemptions without addressing the minister's claimed disconnect or the cited quote.
my hon. colleague is well aware that Canadian farmers are great stewards of the land who know the importance of protecting the environment
- deflectedAgriculture and Agri-FoodCandice Bergen (Conservative) asked Lawrence MacAulay (Liberal). loaded question.Answer repeats environmental-stewardship line and exemptions but gives no cost figure or admission on the carbon tax.
Farmers have great concerns, and that is why diesel fuel and gasoline are exempt under our federal backstop.
- deflectedTaxationPierre Poilievre (Conservative) asked Mr. Jonathan Wilkinson (Liberal). loaded question.Answer highlights job growth and emissions reductions but supplies no cost estimate for the carbon tax on steel or aluminum workers.
Putting a price on pollution will make Canada's economy stronger over time.
- deflectedTaxationPierre Poilievre (Conservative) asked Mr. Jonathan Wilkinson (Liberal). loaded question.Answer attacks Conservative climate record and cites global opportunities without answering the cost question.
According to the World Bank, the Paris Agreement will open up $23 trillion in opportunities.
- deflectedTaxationPierre Poilievre (Conservative) asked Mr. Jonathan Wilkinson (Liberal). loaded question.Answer lists climate actions and accuses opposition of partisanship but again omits any cost figure for workers.
Unfortunately, the opposition members are making this a partisan issue.
- partly answeredThe EconomyMs. Karine Trudel (NDP) asked Navdeep Bains (Liberal). substantive question.Answer affirms ongoing support and engagement with industry but does not commit to a dedicated worker-support program.
our government will continue to support aluminum workers and steelworkers across Canada.
- partly answeredThe EconomyMs. Tracey Ramsey (NDP) asked Andrew Leslie (Liberal). substantive question.The answer addresses responsive measures taken but does not explain the 30-day wait or auto sector plans.
Our government will and has taken responsive measures to defend Canada's interests after consulting with Canadians to make sure that no Canadians are adversely impacted on the detailed target list that we promulgated on our websites.
- deflectedNatural ResourcesMrs. Shannon Stubbs (Conservative) asked Bill Morneau (Liberal). loaded question.The response shifts to pipeline benefits and jobs without addressing executive bonuses or taxpayer funds.
The good news is that we found a way to make sure that we can complete a pipeline that will allow us to get to international markets, creating enormous value of up to $15 billion a year for the industry, but, most importantly, creating thousands of jobs across our country
- deflectedNatural ResourcesMrs. Shannon Stubbs (Conservative) asked Bill Morneau (Liberal). loaded question.The answer promotes the project and criticizes opposition instead of addressing the bonuses or nationalization concerns.
for those families who are relying on a strong energy sector, we are doing exactly what we should do: a project in the national interest that will secure the industry and at the same time create thousands of new jobs.
- deflectedNatural ResourcesMr. Gérard Deltell (Conservative) asked Bill Morneau (Liberal). loaded question.The response focuses on economic benefits without addressing the payment to US executives or bonuses.
we know that it is very important to Canada's economy to invest in the pipeline in order to reach international markets.
- deflectedNatural ResourcesMr. Gérard Deltell (Conservative) asked Bill Morneau (Liberal). loaded question.The answer emphasizes jobs and markets but avoids the specific criticism of sending funds to Texas or executive bonuses.
Thanks to our investment, we will have a pipeline to access international markets.
- partly answeredCanadian HeritageMr. Pierre Nantel (NDP) asked Mr. Sean Casey (Liberal). substantive question.The answer thanks contributors and promises news on reforms but does not commit to an immediate announcement timeline.
We will soon have news regarding the review of our laws.
- partly answeredCanadian HeritageMs. Rachel Blaney (NDP) asked Mr. Sean Casey (Liberal). substantive question.The answer promises action on modernization but does not commit to reforms without further consultation.
We will have more to say on a review of the Broadcasting Act and the Telecommunications Act very shortly.
- partly answeredImmigration, Refugees and CitizenshipMr. Pierre Paul-Hus (Conservative) asked Mr. Serge Cormier (Liberal). substantive question.The answer addresses funding for provinces but does not provide a concrete plan for renegotiating the safe third country agreement.
I am pleased to announce that we have invested $50 million in Quebec, Ontario, and Manitoba, the three provinces most affected by accommodation costs.
- deflectedImmigration, Refugees and CitizenshipMr. Pierre Paul-Hus (Conservative) asked Ralph Goodale (Liberal). substantive question.The answer cites general budget allocations without addressing the specific enforcement failures or outlining a plan.
In the last budget, the Minister of Finance made $173 million available to the various agencies dealing with this—the CBSA, the RCMP, and the immigration and refugees department—to make sure that we can enforce all Canadian laws and honour all Canadian international obligations.
- partly answeredSportMs. Rachael Harder (Conservative) asked Kirsty Duncan (Liberal). substantive question.The answer discusses a working group and funding policies but does not commit to the requested 'rule of two' or specific actions.
We have established a working group on gender equity in sport, which will examine a number of issues, including harassment, discrimination, and abuse in sport.
- partly answeredSportMrs. Stephanie Kusie (Conservative) asked Kirsty Duncan (Liberal). substantive question.The answer repeats general policy requirements and a future announcement but omits concrete steps for the victims' specific request.
All federally funded sport organizations must have an anti-discrimination, harassment, and abuse policy in place to be eligible for funding.
- answeredVeterans AffairsMr. Gord Johns (NDP) asked Seamus O'Regan (Liberal). substantive question.The answer directly lists new staff, clinics, a centre of excellence, and a pension reform tied to PTSD treatment.
We have opened 11 operational stress injury clinics that deal with PTSD.
- deflectedEmployment InsuranceMs. Brigitte Sansoucy (NDP) asked Jean-Yves Duclos (Liberal). substantive question.The answer offers vague assurances of support without providing a timeline or details for the promised EI reform.
We have listened to our provincial and territorial partners, and in recent weeks and months we implemented important measures to provide appropriate support in the coming months and years.
- answeredDemocratic ReformMr. Blake Richards (Conservative) asked Karina Gould (Liberal). substantive question.The answer explains existing illegality of foreign contributions and new third-party rules including bank accounts and spending limits.
Third parties, in the next election, should this legislation pass, would be required to open a bank account.
- misdirectedDemocratic ReformMr. Blake Richards (Conservative) asked Karina Gould (Liberal). loaded question.The answer dismisses the question as fearmongering and pivots to attacking the asker rather than clarifying the pre-June 30 funding loophole.
I am absolutely aghast that the member opposite is fearmongering in this way.
- partly answeredPublic SafetyMr. Alupa Clarke (Conservative) asked Mr. Matt DeCourcey (Liberal). substantive question.The answer confirms compensation policies match 2010 but shifts focus to economic benefits instead of detailing procedures for residents.
I want to start by assuring my colleague across the aisle that the compensation policies for affected businesses are the same as when Canada was hosting the G7 in 2010, when his party was in government.
- deflectedEthicsMr. Todd Doherty (Conservative) asked Mr. Terry Beech (Liberal). loaded question.The answer defends the consultation process and reconciliation goals without addressing the specific claims about financing, disaster, or recusal.
Our government believes that increasing indigenous participation in offshore fisheries offers a powerful opportunity to advance reconciliation.
- deflectedCanada PostMs. Irene Mathyssen (NDP) asked Carla Qualtrough (Liberal). substantive question.The answer discusses a general vision for Canada Post but does not address the specific closure in Bentley or ensuring local access.
We certainly encourage Canada Post to expand its partnerships for the benefit of Canadians.
- partly answeredEmploymentSteven Blaney (Conservative) asked Patty Hajdu (Liberal). loaded question.The answer addresses the concern by stating the department will investigate but does not engage the premise or justify the funding decisions.
I have asked my department to look into these organizations, and we will continue from there.
- answeredPublic SafetyMr. Rhéal Fortin (Québec debout) asked Mr. Matt DeCourcey (Liberal). substantive question.The answer directly references existing policies for compensation of local businesses related to the event.
What is more, policies have been in place for a long time regarding compensation for local businesses related to this event.
- deflectedMr. Simon Marcil (Québec debout) asked Mr. Matt DeCourcey (Liberal). substantive question.The answer praises the G7 event and its themes but ignores the manure directive and its impact on farmers.
It is an opportunity to talk about issues that are important to the entire world, such as human rights, democracy, and peaceful pluralism
- deflectedInfrastructureMr. Erin Weir (Independent) asked Mr. Marc Miller (Liberal). substantive question.The answer emphasizes free trade obligations without committing to increasing Canadian steel in infrastructure projects.
We must respect our engagements to be open and free with the world, and that goes the same for our procurement process