Commons committees table estimates reports and approve travel motion

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Question Period, exchange by exchange

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1. answered
   The EconomyAndrew Scheer (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). loaded question.The answer directly counters the premise by listing concrete actions and investments supporting workers.In our latest economic statement, we responded to the calls from Canada's industries by investing $14 billion to help them invest in our jobs and success in this country for years to come.
2. deflected
   Carbon PricingAndrew Scheer (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.The answer avoids the exemption question entirely and pivots to unrelated policies while attacking the opposition.we are concerned about our seniors, we are concerned about future seniors, which is why we strengthened CPP for future generations, something the members opposite oppose, which is something the member indicated right now.
3. deflected
   Carbon PricingAndrew Scheer (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). loaded question.The answer ignores the repeal request and reframes around climate action without addressing the carbon tax exemption or auto jobs directly.In terms of understanding, the best way to secure jobs for the future is to take genuine action on climate change and support our economies and our families to thrive through the transition to a lower-carbon economy.
4. deflected
   Carbon PricingAndrew Scheer (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). loaded question.The answer sidesteps the call to cancel the tax and instead defends the policy without resolving the inconsistency raised.On the question of the carbon tax, of pricing pollution and putting a price on that pollution, we know that making sure that pollution is not free is how we are going to move forward on protecting jobs, on protecting our future and protecting the environment for future generations.
5. misdirected
   Natural ResourcesAndrew Scheer (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). loaded question.The answer ignores the energy sector question and attacks the asker on an unrelated francophone issue.It has been 14 days since the Ontario Conservative government cut services to francophones. In those 14 days, the Leader of the Opposition has not asked me a single question on this important issue.
6. answered
   Automotive IndustryMr. Guy Caron (NDP) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.The answer addresses the need for support by detailing specific investments in the auto sector.Specifically, since November 2015, our government has invested $389 million in 37 projects undertaken by Canada's automotive sector, resulting in nearly $4.1 billion in total investments in the sector.
7. partly answered
   Automotive IndustryMr. Guy Caron (NDP) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.The answer discusses ongoing collaboration and investments but does not commit to convening the requested summit.we have been working with unions, industry, workers and communities for three years now to attract investments.
8. partly answered
   Automotive IndustryMs. Karine Trudel (NDP) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). loaded question.The answer affirms fighting for jobs and mentions a plan but does not address guarantees or the accusation of corporate gifts.We are also developing an industry plan that will focus on new initiatives related to technology, talent, infrastructure and consumers.
9. partly answered
   Automotive IndustryMr. Peter Julian (NDP) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.Addresses working with labour but avoids specifics on emergency meeting or broader inaction claim.I sat down with Jerry Dias yesterday and had an excellent conversation with labour about what we are going to do as our next steps to fight for those GM jobs
10. deflected
    Member for Brampton EastLisa Raitt (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.Restates resignation decision without addressing timing of RCMP knowledge.the member informed us of challenges he is facing and put out a public statement on his decision to resign.
11. deflected
    Member for Brampton EastLisa Raitt (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.Focuses on gambling addiction disclosure and RCMP independence instead of when PM learned of investigation.We also will highlight how important it is to ensure that everyone understands that the RCMP's investigations happened completely independently
12. deflected
    Member for Brampton EastMr. Alain Rayes (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.Repeats last-week knowledge and RCMP independence without confirming exact timing.I learned about the member's challenges last week, and we immediately recommended that he take action.
13. deflected
    Member for Brampton EastMr. Alain Rayes (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.Reaffirms last-week discovery and avoids confirming or denying earlier awareness.I found out about the situation facing the hon. member last week.
14. deflected
    News Media IndustryPeter Kent (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.Pivots to defending press freedom and attacks Conservatives instead of addressing bailout concerns.We know that attacking journalists, as the members opposite like to do, is not the way to strengthen our democracy.
15. deflected
    News Media IndustryPeter Kent (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.Dismisses question as conspiracy theory and avoids specific policy suggestions raised.the conspiracy theory being peddled by Conservatives is insulting to the intelligence of Canadians and to the professionalism of journalists.
16. deflected
    Member for Brampton EastMr. Nathan Cullen (NDP) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.Returns to resignation statement without addressing whether questions raised red flags or prompted action.last week, the member stated his intentions after informing us of the challenges he is facing.
17. answered
    Member for Brampton EastMr. Nathan Cullen (NDP) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.The answer directly denies the specific accusation posed.
18. deflected
    FinancePierre Poilievre (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.The answer shifts focus to past Conservative actions instead of stating any debt paid down.during the financial crisis of 2008, the Conservative government put billions of dollars into the Canadian economy but did not manage to stimulate economic growth for Canadians.
19. deflected
    FinancePierre Poilievre (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.The answer attacks the prior government's record rather than addressing when the budget will balance.twice in that answer the member opposite talked about the fact that the Conservatives got to a phoney balance just in time for the election.
20. deflected
    FinancePierre Poilievre (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.The answer highlights job creation and past deficits instead of answering the timeline for balancing the budget.$150 billion, that is how much the Conservative government added to our deficit, without growth or jobs to show for it.
21. deflected
    FinancePierre Poilievre (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.The answer repeats economic achievements and election choices without addressing the balance timeline.in the last election, Canadians had a choice between a government that was committed to cutting and balancing the budget at all costs or our government that was looking at investing in communities
22. partly answered
    Fisheries and OceansMr. Fin Donnelly (NDP) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). loaded question.The answer defends the oceans plan and investments but does not address the specific spill or recovery credibility.we have our historic investments in an oceans protection plan of $1.5 billion.
23. deflected
    Official LanguagesMr. François Choquette (NDP) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.The answer emphasizes past investments and willingness to meet without confirming concrete actions beyond consultation.our government has regularly made historic investments in our official language minority communities.
24. misdirected
    The EconomyMr. Gérard Deltell (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.The answer criticizes the asker's environmental stance and party instead of outlining additional economic measures.it troubles me to hear not only a Conservative, but a Quebecker talk about his concern over our leadership on the environment.
25. deflected
    The EconomyMr. Gérard Deltell (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). loaded question.The answer sidesteps the carbon tax rationale by attacking the Conservatives' record instead of addressing the question.The Conservatives have no plan to tackle climate change, but Quebeckers expect better, just like the rest of Canada.
26. deflected
    Natural ResourcesMrs. Shannon Stubbs (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). loaded question.The answer avoids naming any immediate action by shifting to past failures and general market goals.The one thing they asked for was the one thing they have been asking for more than a decade: to get our resources to new markets other than the United States.
27. deflected
    Natural ResourcesMrs. Shannon Stubbs (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). loaded question.The answer lists unrelated projects rather than addressing withdrawal of Bill C-69 or pipeline fixes.We have approved the LNG Canada terminal in B.C., the largest private sector investment in Canada's history.
28. partly answered
    Air TransportationMs. Christine Moore (NDP) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.The answer acknowledges concerns and ongoing consultations but does not commit to maintaining overnight services.We have undertaken to have Nav Canada continue consultations in order to make the right decision for the people living there and to ensure safety and the services required.
29. deflected
    Indigenous AffairsMs. Georgina Jolibois (NDP) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.The answer gives general statements on indigenous relations without addressing the specific Wollaston Lake road project.It is also why we are taking concrete action on definitive projects that are going to make a difference, whether it is ending boil water advisories, building new schools, or building roads and community infrastructure.
30. deflected
    EthicsMr. Pierre Paul-Hus (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.The answer refuses to address confidence in the minister by citing ongoing court proceedings.As he should know, it would be inappropriate for me to comment on this matter as it is currently before the courts.
31. answered
    EthicsCandice Bergen (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.The answer directly states continued confidence in the minister as requested.
32. deflected
    Human RightsMichelle Rempel (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). loaded question.The answer avoids reversing the UN votes by offering only a general statement on human rights.We will always make decisions on the best way to both support Canadian interests and defend Canadian values at any multilateral forum, whether it be the UN or anywhere else.
33. misdirected
    Veterans AffairsMrs. Cathay Wagantall (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). loaded question.The answer attacks the Conservatives' record instead of addressing responsibility for veterans' delays.once again, I will take no lessons from Conservatives on how to treat our veterans.
34. deflected
    Human RightsMs. Jenny Kwan (NDP) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.The answer avoids the direct yes-or-no request and speaks only generally about remembrance.The memory of these victims and survivors must be addressed in the true spirit of reconciliation.
35. partly answered
    JusticeMr. Garnett Genuis (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.The answer affirms seriousness but offers no explanation for the delay in the bill.We will continue to work with all interested parties to move forward on this important initiative.
36. deflected
    Indigenous AffairsHunter Tootoo (Independent) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.The answer cites confidentiality of negotiations without explaining the exclusion of Nunavut.Treaty negotiations are conducted in confidence between the parties at the negotiating tables.