Conservatives move to create special committee on China relations

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1. answered
   Foreign AffairsAndrew Scheer (Conservative) asked Karina Gould (Liberal). substantive question.The answer directly states the priority and ongoing efforts to secure release.They are and will remain our absolute priority. We will continue to work tirelessly to secure their immediate release
2. deflected
   International TradeAndrew Scheer (Conservative) asked Marie-Claude Bibeau (Liberal). substantive question.The answer avoids explaining the delay by restating general support and actions taken.We have started the discussion at the WTO, and there have been technical discussions between the CFIA and Chinese officials.
3. deflected
   Foreign AffairsAndrew Scheer (Conservative) asked Bill Morneau (Liberal). substantive question.The answer discusses benefits of the bank without addressing the diplomatic crisis or subsidy question.we have been pleased to be part of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank.
4. deflected
   Foreign AffairsMr. Alain Rayes (Conservative) asked Karina Gould (Liberal). loaded question.The answer affirms sovereignty defense but ignores the specific threat recognition and PM antics premise.Canada will always defend its sovereignty.
5. misdirected
   Foreign AffairsMr. Alain Rayes (Conservative) asked Karina Gould (Liberal). loaded question.The answer pivots to criticizing petty politics instead of addressing the admiration question.Canadians need a united front defending their interests, not petty politics.
6. answered
   International TradeMr. Yves-François Blanchet (Bloc) asked Karina Gould (Liberal). substantive question.The answer directly addresses aluminum protection via domestic content requirements.The new NAFTA contains strict requirements for the domestic content of this North American industry
7. deflected
   International TradeMr. Yves-François Blanchet (Bloc) asked Karina Gould (Liberal). rhetorical question.The answer notes the lack of question and restates pride without engaging the sacrifice concern.I am not sure whether there was a question in there.
8. partly answered
   HealthMr. Jagmeet Singh (NDP) asked Patty Hajdu (Liberal). substantive question.The answer explores the idea but does not commit to implementing the program.the universal dental care idea is one that is worth exploring.
9. partly answered
   HealthMr. Jagmeet Singh (NDP) asked Patty Hajdu (Liberal). substantive question.Acknowledges the idea but stresses provincial partnership and exploration without committing to the program.It would be something that would be worthy of exploring, though, and I look forward to working with all members of the House on how we can actually move forward in ensuring that all Canadians have excellent access to quality medical care.
10. deflected
    Foreign AffairsErin O'Toole (Conservative) asked Karina Gould (Liberal). substantive question.Highlights existing committees instead of agreeing to a new specialized all-party committee.Of course, the House and Parliament have many standing committees that deal with all of these issues, and we look forward to seeing how the committees decide to manage their own business.
11. answered
    International TradeMr. Randy Hoback (Conservative) asked Marie-Claude Bibeau (Liberal). substantive question.Outlines concrete steps including WTO action, CFIA talks, ambassador work and market diversification.We have started the conversation at the WTO, CFIA is having discussions with Chinese officials, Ambassador Barton is working hard, and obviously we are working on diversifying our markets as well.
12. deflected
    International TradeMr. Luc Berthold (Conservative) asked Marie-Claude Bibeau (Liberal). substantive question.Repeats actions taken but avoids any reference to supporting the opposition motion.since the very beginning of this affair, we have been standing up and working very closely with producers, their industry representatives and the provinces most affected.
13. deflected
    International TradeMr. Luc Berthold (Conservative) asked Karina Gould (Liberal). loaded question.Affirms general commitment to values without addressing the quoted statement or the demand for action.Canada always stands up for Canadian values and principles, whether it is about human rights, democracy or international rules.
14. partly answered
    Public SafetyMs. Leona Alleslev (Conservative) asked Bill Blair (Liberal). substantive question.Corrects the record and describes an ongoing review but offers no decision or timeline on banning Huawei.Our government takes the security of Canada's telecommunications networks very seriously.
15. deflected
    Foreign AffairsMs. Leona Alleslev (Conservative) asked Karina Gould (Liberal). substantive question.Points to existing committees rather than supporting a new special committee on the Canada-China relationship.As I mentioned, when it comes to trade, agriculture, foreign affairs and security, there are committees of the House that deal with these issues already.
16. deflected
    International TradeMr. Simon-Pierre Savard-Tremblay (Bloc) asked Karina Gould (Liberal). loaded question.Emphasizes domestic content rules without addressing the concern about Chinese aluminum dumping.The new NAFTA contains strict domestic content requirements for aluminum here in North America.
17. deflected
    International TradeMr. Mario Simard (Bloc) asked Mélanie Joly (Liberal). loaded question.The answer references past tariff relief instead of addressing the current expansion projects jeopardized.Our government and the then foreign affairs minister worked to get those tariffs lifted.
18. partly answered
    Foreign AffairsMichael Chong (Conservative) asked Karina Gould (Liberal). substantive question.The answer affirms support for Hong Kong rights but does not specify any firmer or clearer new position.We will always stand up for the rights of the people of Hong Kong.
19. answered
    Immigration, Refugees and CitizenshipPeter Kent (Conservative) asked Marco Mendicino (Liberal). substantive question.The answer directly assures that visa processing is not politically motivated.I want to assure my hon. colleague that these visa applications are processed by highly trained professional officials within my department.
20. partly answered
    Public SafetyMs. Nelly Shin (Conservative) asked Bill Blair (Liberal). substantive question.The answer describes general interdiction steps but does not give a timeline for new action on Chinese imports.That is why we have taken very significant steps to interdict the supply of these drugs and the precursor chemicals used in their manufacture.
21. deflected
    Public SafetyMs. Marilyn Gladu (Conservative) asked Patty Hajdu (Liberal). loaded question.The answer attacks the opposition's timing rather than outlining concrete new controls on fentanyl imports.It is really great to hear the member opposite wake up to the crisis that opioid overdoses have presented to our country for well over 10 years.
22. answered
    HealthMs. Lindsay Mathyssen (NDP) asked Patty Hajdu (Liberal). substantive question.The answer states the government's plan to enforce access via talks with New Brunswick.As the Prime Minister has said, we will ensure that the New Brunswick government supports clinics that offer abortion services outside of hospitals.
23. partly answered
    Indigenous AffairsMs. Niki Ashton (NDP) asked Marc Miller (Liberal). loaded question.The answer addresses only the suicide crisis with meeting details but ignores the broader list of broken promises.We are in regular contact with the community of Gods Lake Narrows and departmental officials will be meeting with the community leadership in Gods Lake Narrows on December 11, 2019.
24. deflected
    International TradeMr. Richard Martel (Conservative) asked Karina Gould (Liberal). loaded question.The answer highlights past progressive elements instead of responding to the aluminum concessions and Chinese imports.We worked hard with our partners in the United States and Mexico to enhance the progressive aspects of this agreement, the very aspects that the Conservatives voted against.
25. deflected
    Natural ResourcesMr. Todd Doherty (Conservative) asked Seamus O'Regan (Liberal). loaded question.Answer promotes LNG position without addressing why the minister would talk down opportunities.LNG is well positioned to become a major player in the global LNG industry with proposed projects in the west and in the east.
26. deflected
    Natural ResourcesMr. Jasraj Singh Hallan (Conservative) asked Seamus O'Regan (Liberal). substantive question.Answer explains general rules but avoids any timeline or commitment to changes in Bill C-69.Our better rules will make good projects move forward and grow our economy in a responsible way.
27. misdirected
    Natural ResourcesMr. James Cumming (Conservative) asked Seamus O'Regan (Liberal). substantive question.Answer shifts to TMX construction instead of addressing changes to Bill C-69.It was a good day for our energy industry, it was a good day for Alberta and it was a good day for Canada.
28. partly answered
    HousingMr. Denis Trudel (Bloc) asked Ahmed Hussen (Liberal). substantive question.Answer states concrete investments but provides no timeline for tackling the issue.As part of the national housing strategy, we are investing $4.3 billion in the federal community housing initiative, which will help protect and build community housing for more than 330,000 families in Canada.
29. deflected
    HousingMr. Denis Trudel (Bloc) asked Ahmed Hussen (Liberal). substantive question.Answer gives funding amounts without addressing unconditional transfer to Quebec.Over the next five years, we will invest more than $175 million in preventing and reducing homelessness in Quebec, which will help us achieve our goal of reducing chronic homelessness by at least 50%.
30. deflected
    The EconomyPierre Poilievre (Conservative) asked Bill Morneau (Liberal). rhetorical question.Answer lists past investments but ignores the direct challenge about facing job losers.we have worked hard over the last four years to make sure that we have an opportunity for Canadians to work across the country.
31. deflected
    The EconomyPierre Poilievre (Conservative) asked Bill Morneau (Liberal). loaded question.Answer claims success without addressing the call to face the facts on unemployment and insolvencies.Our rate of growth is among the highest in the G7.
32. deflected
    The EnvironmentMr. Philip Lawrence (Conservative) asked Seamus O'Regan (Liberal). loaded question.Answer emphasizes general cooperation but avoids committing to accepting Ontario's plan.We already have a credible and affordable plan, with over 50 measures that were developed by Canadians for Canadians.
33. deflected
    Forestry IndustryMr. Bob Zimmer (Conservative) asked Karina Gould (Liberal). substantive question.The answer praises the NAFTA deal but avoids answering whether it includes softwood lumber.we are very proud of the new NAFTA that will be signed shortly between Canada, the United States and Mexico.
34. partly answered
    Forestry IndustryMr. Gary Vidal (Conservative) asked Karina Gould (Liberal). substantive question.Acknowledges the issue and states commitment but provides no timeline for negotiation.This is something that we have been committed to and are working on very diligently.
35. deflected
    The EnvironmentMr. Richard Bragdon (Conservative) asked Seamus O'Regan (Liberal). substantive question.The response commits to working with the province but does not specify when an answer will be provided.We will continue to work with provinces, including the Province of New Brunswick, in order to evaluate its plan and to make sure it is in keeping with the government's priorities.
36. deflected
    The EnvironmentMr. Alexandre Boulerice (NDP) asked Seamus O'Regan (Liberal). loaded question.The answer reaffirms commitment to targets without addressing the green new deal or transparency accusations.Our government has always been clear that we will meet and surpass our 2030 climate targets, and we believe that this plan will get us there.
37. misdirected
    The EnvironmentMr. Paul Manly (Green) asked Seamus O'Regan (Liberal). substantive question.The answer focuses on ensuring compliance with existing conditions rather than addressing suspension or consent for the Site C dam.We will ensure that every condition attached to the project's approval is met, and we will conduct regular inspections to ensure compliance.