Commons resumes throne speech debate after trade and economic clashes

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1. deflected
   International TradeAndrew Scheer (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). loaded question.The answer promotes benefits of the deal without addressing the specific concessions requested.The new NAFTA, including the amendments we signed yesterday, is a win for aluminum workers.
2. deflected
   International TradeAndrew Scheer (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). loaded question.The answer lists deal positives and congratulates the team instead of admitting or refuting concessions.We strengthened environmental protections, we strengthened support for workers and we moved forward on strengthened intellectual property and automotive rules of origin.
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   The EconomyAndrew Scheer (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). loaded question.The answer contrasts Liberal investments with Conservative austerity without committing to a budget projection or recession plan.Instead of the cuts and austerity that the Conservatives put forward, we based our economic approach on investing in Canadians
4. deflected
   The EconomyAndrew Scheer (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). loaded question.The answer highlights past job creation and poverty reduction rather than addressing recent losses or recession risks.We watched Canadians create over a million new jobs over the past four years.
5. deflected
   Foreign AffairsAndrew Scheer (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.The answer discusses ongoing advocacy but avoids the specific request to withdraw AIIB funding and warns against politics.We just certainly hope the opposition parties will be careful not to play politics and endanger the lives of those Canadians with it.
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   International TradeMr. Yves-François Blanchet (Bloc) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). loaded question.The answer claims a win for workers and corrects facts without addressing the 10-year aluminum protection gap.NAFTA is a win for aluminum workers.
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   International TradeMr. Yves-François Blanchet (Bloc) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). loaded question.The answer repeats the 70% North American aluminum claim without responding to the 10-year prohibition on protections.We made sure that at least 70% of the aluminum used in North American automobile production will come from North America.
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   International TradeMr. Jagmeet Singh (NDP) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.The answer lists improvements already made and cites external praise instead of committing to future process changes.The NDP has already said that the new NAFTA was the best deal possible.
9. deflected
   PharmacareMr. Jagmeet Singh (NDP) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.The answer discusses past actions and ongoing steps but avoids providing any timeline for universal pharmacare.There are many steps we are embarking on right now, because we know Canadians deserve a health care system that works for everyone.
10. deflected
    International TradeErin O'Toole (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). loaded question.The answer begins by suggesting the questioner review the deal but does not address the aluminum concessions raised.I recommend that the member opposite take a little closer look at what actually was negotiated, because this is actually a significant—
11. misdirected
    International TradeErin O'Toole (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). loaded question.The answer labels the premise mistaken and pivots to general praise for the deal without engaging the specific worker impacts cited.what the member opposite is saying is simply mistaken.
12. misdirected
    International TradeMr. Richard Martel (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.The answer accuses opponents of political games and fearmongering rather than addressing solutions for aluminum exports.I understand that our colleagues in the House are more concerned with playing political games and fearmongering, but the reality is that we are here to stand up for aluminum workers.
13. partly answered
    International TradeMr. Randy Hoback (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.The answer claims gains for aluminum but only expresses concern for forestry without detailing any actions or outcomes.On forestry workers, we remain extremely concerned with the difficult situations they are facing.
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    International TradeMs. Leona Alleslev (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). loaded question.The answer shifts to a recent confidence vote and general benefits instead of addressing consultation with opposition on NAFTA.we were very pleased to earn the confidence of the House yesterday to continue to move forward with our plan to help Canadians, invest in communities and serve Canadians across the country.
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    International TradeMs. Leona Alleslev (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). loaded question.The answer highlights supposed gains and future debate but sidesteps the question of needing opposition support for finalizing the deal.We look forward to debate in the House on the ratification of NAFTA, and I am sure all parliamentarians will support this deal that is good for Canadians.
16. answered
    International TradeMr. Yves-François Blanchet (Bloc) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.The answer directly confirms the interpretation by stating the 70% North American sourcing rule for aluminum.Seventy per cent of the aluminum used by the North American auto sector will have to come from Canada, or rather, North America.
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    International TradeMr. Yves-François Blanchet (Bloc) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.Answer claims a win and corrects interpretation without addressing the 10-year protection loss or investment shift.This agreement is a win for the aluminum industry of Quebec and Canada, and we know that with projects like AP60 and Elysis, the aluminum industry is truly an industry of the future for Quebec and Canada.
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    International TradeMr. Alain Rayes (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.Answer addresses the 70% North American sourcing gain but ignores the request for specific protection measures for workers.Before we signed this agreement, there was no guarantee that any North American aluminum would be used in auto production.
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    International TradeMr. Alain Rayes (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). loaded question.Answer repeats the 70% claim without engaging the premise that the industry took a hit or the Bloc's role.the new NAFTA is a win for aluminum workers.
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    Natural ResourcesMr. Kenny Chiu (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.Answer begins to praise the investment but cuts off without addressing Chevron's exit or LNG doubts.we were pleased to draw in the largest private sector investment in Canadian history with $40 billion in LNG in Canada.
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    Natural ResourcesMr. Dan Albas (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). loaded question.Answer highlights positioning and jobs created but avoids Bill C-69 changes and the minister's comments.We have proposed projects both in the west and in the east and have strong measures in place to attract investment while also reducing emissions.
22. partly answered
    Indigenous AffairsMs. Leah Gazan (NDP) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.Answer covers the settlement process and foundation but does not confirm extending the application date.The court-approved settlement agreement process has begun to compensate survivors.
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    Indigenous AffairsMr. Charlie Angus (NDP) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.Answer agrees on compensation need but pivots to general commitment without committing to meet Cindy Blackstock or halt legal action.We want to ensure that indigenous people harmed under the discriminatory child welfare system are compensated in a way that is both fair and timely.
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    EmploymentMr. Gérard Deltell (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.Answer acknowledges job losses but shifts to past job creation and investments without messaging to the newly unemployed.Over the past four years, Canadians have created over one million jobs, but there is still more to do.
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    EmploymentMr. Gérard Deltell (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). loaded question.Answer lists programs without addressing the specific question on recent job losses and insolvency.We recognize that our work is not done, but we are on the right track.
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    EmploymentPierre Poilievre (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). loaded question.Answer repeats policy plans instead of responding to the call to stop self-praise and address job losses.we recognize that even with the good news and the numbers over the past years, there are still far too many Canadians facing real difficulties.
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    EmploymentPierre Poilievre (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). loaded question.Answer accuses opposition of playing politics rather than addressing unemployment statistics or energy sector losses.While the parties opposite choose to sling mud and play politics, we are going to stay focused on families.
28. partly answered
    International TradeMr. Mario Simard (Bloc) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). loaded question.Answer directly rebuts the premise about aluminum sourcing but does not address the bargaining chip accusation.The new NAFTA is a win for aluminum workers.
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    International TradeMr. Alexis Brunelle-Duceppe (Bloc) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.Answer acknowledges regional concerns and explains the 70% North American sourcing rule.I have had several meetings with workers in the aluminum industry in Saguenay, Quebec.
30. answered
    International TradeMr. Tony Baldinelli (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.Answer confirms direct discussions with Australian counterparts on the wine industry issue.I have had direct discussions with my Australian counterparts on the issue of protection of the Canadian wine industry.
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    Natural ResourcesMs. Jag Sahota (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). loaded question.Answer notes meetings with Premier Kenney but does not address Bill C-69 or gender impact comments.That is why I was pleased to sit down with Premier Kenney yesterday and talk about various initiatives we can work on together
32. misdirected
    Foreign AffairsMr. Garnett Genuis (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). loaded question.Answer condemns violence in Iraq instead of addressing the IRGC listing question.We strongly condemn the escalating violence in Iraq that has resulted in the deaths of hundreds of protestors and injured thousands more.
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    TelecommunicationsMichelle Rempel Garner (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.The answer restates the government's cellphone price commitment without addressing MVNOs or the rulings mentioned.we made a commitment in the last election to decrease cellphone bills by 25% for Canadians.
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    Agriculture and Agri-FoodMr. John Barlow (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.The answer highlights market access and quality without addressing the missed BSE application deadline.We were pleased to re-secure access to the Chinese market after a period of time.
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    JusticeRob Moore (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). loaded question.The answer gives general justice system remarks without addressing the jury selection rules or verdicts at risk.we are continually looking at ways to improve the administration of justice and the fairness of our justice system across the country.
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    Natural ResourcesMr. Richard Cannings (NDP) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.The answer defends the pipeline but notes that profits will fund low-carbon solutions as requested.all the profits from the Trans Mountain pipeline expansion will go into nature-based solutions and new technologies
37. answered
    Hon. Deepak ObhraiMr. Scott Reid (Conservative) asked Mr. Robert Oliphant (Liberal). rhetorical question.The answer delivers a matching tribute to the late member without any policy query to address.I offer our deepest condolences particularly to the members of the Conservative caucus, who feel this loss most deeply.