NDP clean-energy motion leads commons debate as Liberals defend pipeline purchase

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Question Period, exchange by exchange

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1. deflected
   International TradeLisa Raitt (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.The answer thanks participants and restates positions without confirming the report.On this specific issue, I can say that we are continuing to discuss modernizing and improving NAFTA.
2. deflected
   International TradeLisa Raitt (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.Avoids direct yes or no by discussing ongoing engagement.We have continued to impress upon him how important it is to modernize and improve NAFTA.
3. misdirected
   International TradeLisa Raitt (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). loaded question.The response clarifies the sunset issue but ignores the carbon tax question entirely.As far as we know, the U.S. has not removed its demand for some sort of sunset clause.
4. partly answered
   The EconomyMr. Alain Rayes (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.Provides counterpoints on growth but does not address the specific statistics mentioned.We are creating economic growth. In fact, we enjoyed the highest rate of economic growth among all G7 countries in 2017.
5. deflected
   The EconomyMr. Alain Rayes (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.Shifts focus to child benefits instead of addressing deficits, taxes, or investments.like the Fraser Institute, the Conservatives do not want to talk about the Canada child benefit.
6. deflected
   Natural ResourcesMr. Guy Caron (NDP) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). loaded question.Defends the consultation process without addressing the failure claim directly.Our government has completed the deepest consultations with rights holders ever on a major project in this country
7. partly answered
   Natural ResourcesMr. Guy Caron (NDP) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.Highlights the included elements of the plan but sidesteps direct reconciliation with pipeline purchase.That is what you call leadership on climate change.
8. partly answered
   Natural ResourcesMr. Alexandre Boulerice (NDP) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.Defends the balanced approach and mentions renewable investments without directly justifying the pipeline expenditure.With respect to investing in renewable energy and a greener economy, we are investing $8 billion because we understand that it is important for Canadians.
9. deflected
   Natural ResourcesMs. Jenny Kwan (NDP) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). loaded question.Answer sidesteps the CPP risk question by stressing arm's length status after pivoting to Notley's plan.As for the CPPIB, the Canada Pension Plan Investment Board operates at arm's length, with a mandate to invest in the best interest of its members, and that is something we respect.
10. misdirected
    The EconomyPierre Poilievre (Conservative) asked Bill Morneau (Liberal). loaded question.Answer attacks prior government record instead of addressing how policies aid Trump on jobs and pipelines.Therefore, we will not listen to the Harper Conservatives when they talk about jobs.
11. deflected
    Carbon PricingPierre Poilievre (Conservative) asked Catherine McKenna (Liberal). substantive question.Answer opens with condolences and general statements on youth and jobs without addressing carbon tax suspension.Speaking of youth, they care about the environment.
12. misdirected
    Carbon PricingPierre Poilievre (Conservative) asked Bill Morneau (Liberal). substantive question.Answer disputes the questioner's facts on taxes rather than stating carbon tax cost to families.we need to call out the member for Carleton on incorrect facts.
13. deflected
    Carbon PricingPierre Poilievre (Conservative) asked Bill Morneau (Liberal). substantive question.Answer shifts to riding-specific benefits and ignores the carbon tax cost question.For example, for the member for Carleton , what has happened is that there is about $48 million in Canada child benefits going to that riding.
14. partly answered
    The EconomyMr. Gérard Deltell (Conservative) asked Bill Morneau (Liberal). substantive question.Answer rebuts cherry-picking with investment and growth numbers but does not address U.S.-Canada investment imbalance.Every family is better off, and our economic growth leads the G7.
15. deflected
    The EconomyMr. Gérard Deltell (Conservative) asked Bill Morneau (Liberal). loaded question.Answer repeats child benefit and tax cut claims without addressing deficit size or tax burden increase.Thanks to the Canada child benefit, nine out of 10 families are better off.
16. partly answered
    The EnvironmentMs. Linda Duncan (NDP) asked Catherine McKenna (Liberal). substantive question.Answer covers clean tech investments and coal transition but omits broader just transition funding commitment.We set up a just transition workforce so that we can support workers in the coal sector so they can transition.
17. partly answered
    The EnvironmentMr. François Choquette (NDP) asked Jim Carr (Liberal). substantive question.Answer lists green investments but does not address stopping pipeline spending or timeline for future energy shift.I would remind the hon. members of the House that we have invested $2 billion in the low-carbon economy fund, $200 million to support clean technology in the natural resource sectors, $220 million to get rural and remote communities off diesel, $20 billion for public transit, and $21.9 billion in green infrastructure to improve energy efficiency and to help Canadians save money.
18. misdirected
    International TradeMr. Luc Berthold (Conservative) asked Diane Lebouthillier (Liberal). loaded question.Answer attacks Conservatives and a specific MP instead of addressing concessions or the Prime Minister's positions.Unlike the Conservatives, our government fully supports Canadian dairy farmers and our supply management system.
19. deflected
    International TradeMr. Luc Berthold (Conservative) asked Diane Lebouthillier (Liberal). loaded question.Answer restates support for supply management without confirming or denying concessions or market share details.We created the system, and we will defend it.
20. misdirected
    International TradeMr. John Barlow (Conservative) asked Lawrence MacAulay (Liberal). loaded question.Answer attacks the Conservative critic's past statements rather than clarifying the Prime Minister's position or concessions.Unfortunately, the Conservative critic, the opposition critic for economic development, has indicated quite clearly that he called for the end of supply management.
21. misdirected
    International TradeMr. Mark Strahl (Conservative) asked Lawrence MacAulay (Liberal). loaded question.Answer criticizes opposition language on dairy farmers instead of answering about market access offered to the US.However, when we have the economic development critic in the Conservative Party indicating quite clearly that supply management is nefarious and dairy farmers are nefarious paper millionaires, that is inappropriate language.
22. deflected
    International TradeMs. Karine Trudel (NDP) asked Chrystia Freeland (Liberal). substantive question.Answer affirms support for supply management but does not confirm no compromises or address specific industries listed.we have been clear. We will stand up for supply management.
23. partly answered
    Automotive IndustryMr. Brian Masse (NDP) asked Navdeep Bains (Liberal). substantive question.Answer highlights past auto investments but does not specify new actions against potential US tariffs.Since we formed government, there has been a total investment of $5.6 billion in the automotive sector, and that is because we have stepped up in a big way to support the sector and to support the workers.
24. answered
    Natural ResourcesMrs. Shannon Stubbs (Conservative) asked Bill Morneau (Liberal). substantive question.Answer directly states the CPP Investment Board is independent and government would not be involved in any acquisition decision.the Canada Pension Plan Investment Board operates as an independent entity at arm's length from government.
25. deflected
    Natural ResourcesMrs. Shannon Stubbs (Conservative) asked Bill Morneau (Liberal). loaded question.The answer promotes project benefits without addressing pension buyout or overpayment claims.We know this is in the best interests of Canadians.
26. partly answered
    Immigration, Refugees and CitizenshipMr. Pierre Paul-Hus (Conservative) asked Marc Garneau (Liberal). substantive question.The answer acknowledges RCMP work and notes ongoing US contact but does not confirm negotiation start.As far as our relations with the U.S. are concerned, we are in constant contact with our neighbours to the south.
27. answered
    Immigration, Refugees and CitizenshipMr. Pierre Paul-Hus (Conservative) asked Marc Garneau (Liberal). substantive question.The answer directly states discussions have begun though nothing is official yet.We have initiated certain discussions, but there is nothing official.
28. deflected
    HousingMs. Sheri Benson (NDP) asked Jean-Yves Duclos (Liberal). substantive question.The answer points to the strategy announcement without committing to specific homeless housing measures requested.I would invite her to look very closely at the national housing strategy and the important announcement we made yesterday
29. deflected
    HousingMs. Brigitte Sansoucy (NDP) asked Jean-Yves Duclos (Liberal). substantive question.The answer refers to the announced plan and stakeholder praise without confirming a dedicated poverty reduction strategy.I invite her to consult the stakeholders across Canada, especially those in Quebec, who were thrilled not only with the significant result we announced yesterday
30. misdirected
    EmploymentSteven Blaney (Conservative) asked Patty Hajdu (Liberal). loaded question.The answer shifts to program size and terms without addressing funding approval or condemnation of the statements.If the member has concerns, he can speak to my office afterward.
31. deflected
    EmploymentPeter Kent (Conservative) asked Patty Hajdu (Liberal). loaded question.The answer restates adherence to terms without confirming whether the organization violated the attestation.If the member is concerned about that organization, then he can bring it to my attention.
32. deflected
    EmploymentMrs. Kelly Block (Conservative) asked Patty Hajdu (Liberal). loaded question.The answer highlights increased job numbers in Nova Scotia without addressing the museum's funding denial or attestation issue.Clearly, young people in Nova Scotia will have more opportunities than ever to have excellent job experiences this summer.
33. deflected
    Air TransportationErin O'Toole (Conservative) asked Marc Garneau (Liberal). substantive question.The answer praises ICAO generally but ignores the Taiwan code issue raised.We have been very involved with ICAO in all of the good work it does to adopt international standards with respect to aviation.
34. partly answered
    Indigenous AffairsMr. Charlie Angus (NDP) asked Carolyn Bennett (Liberal). substantive question.Addresses costs against lawyers but does not address the specific promise mentioned.Canada has not, and will not, seek costs against individual claimants.
35. deflected
    Foreign AffairsMr. Garnett Genuis (Conservative) asked Chrystia Freeland (Liberal). substantive question.Gives a general human rights statement without specific condemnation or call to allies.We raise the human rights situation in China with Chinese officials at every opportunity.
36. partly answered
    International TradeMr. Gabriel Ste-Marie (Québec debout) asked Chrystia Freeland (Liberal). substantive question.Mentions defending industry but does not announce support for aluminum SMEs.Our government will defend our workers and our industry.
37. answered
    Marine TransportationMrs. Marilène Gill (Bloc) asked Marc Garneau (Liberal). substantive question.Directly addresses monitoring, cooperation, and working toward a solution for the community.We are working in co-operation with the community and Relais Nordik, which serves the community.
38. deflected
    International TradeMr. Erin Weir (Independent) asked Chrystia Freeland (Liberal). substantive question.Discusses the retaliation list and welcomes ideas but does not address targeting the Trump organization.we welcome ideas from all Canadians on what should and should not be in our retaliation list.