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Question Period, exchange by exchange

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1. deflected
   FinanceAndrew Scheer (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). loaded question.The answer ignores the specific $50 million Mastercard grant and pivots to unrelated job and poverty statistics.We have seen over a million new jobs created over the past years.
2. deflected
   FinanceAndrew Scheer (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). loaded question.The answer again sidesteps the Mastercard handout and repeats general middle-class talking points.Everything this government does is focused on growing the middle class and helping people working hard to join it
3. deflected
   Natural ResourcesAndrew Scheer (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). loaded question.The answer avoids any commitment on the Teck mine and shifts to broad environmental and partnership rhetoric.What has helped the energy sector is a responsible approach that recognizes environmental stewardship, partnership with indigenous peoples
4. partly answered
   Public SafetyAndrew Scheer (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.The answer addresses the inquiry and condolences but does not confirm whether the described parole practice is standard.the Parole Board of Canada is launching an inquiry into the circumstances that led to this tragic situation.
5. partly answered
   Public SafetyAndrew Scheer (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.The answer reiterates the independent inquiry but again avoids confirming whether the encouragement described is standard practice.I assure the House that all Canadians want answers to this.
6. answered
   International TradeMr. Yves-François Blanchet (Bloc) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.The answer directly confirms that the agreement treats aluminum and steel with the same 70% North American content rule.The new agreement guarantees that 70% of the materials used in the production of automobiles in North America must be steel from North America and aluminum from North America.
7. deflected
   International TradeMr. Yves-François Blanchet (Bloc) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.The answer lists general benefits of the agreement but never acknowledges the claimed risk to Quebec aluminum projects.I am very pleased to provide the hon. leader of the Bloc Québécois with many reasons to support this NAFTA agreement
8. answered
   Consular AffairsMr. Jagmeet Singh (NDP) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.The answer details ongoing negotiations, repatriation requests received, and consular assistance being provided.So far, we have received repatriation requests from 160 Canadians.
9. deflected
   FinanceMr. Jagmeet Singh (NDP) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). loaded question.The answer discusses drug-cost measures but ignores the specific $50 million Mastercard claim.We have moved forward in significant ways that have lowered the cost for prescription drugs for Canadians.
10. deflected
    The EconomyPierre Poilievre (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.The answer contrasts Liberal investment with Conservative austerity but never addresses the broken fiscal anchors.We believe that investing in Canadians is the way to build the economy.
11. deflected
    The EconomyPierre Poilievre (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.The answer cites AAA ratings and job creation while avoiding the debt-to-GDP commitment and growth comparison.the international bond rating agencies have unanimously given Canada a AAA rating
12. deflected
    The EconomyMr. Pat Kelly (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.The answer lists job and poverty numbers but never defines the middle class or explains how to measure its prosperity.We have seen results in over a million new jobs being created and in almost a million Canadians lifted out of poverty.
13. deflected
    International TradeMr. Richard Martel (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.The answer praises the aluminum sector but does not address fixing NAFTA flaws or tabling an environmental strategy.I am extremely proud of that work.
14. partly answered
    International TradeMs. Leona Alleslev (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.The answer states the deal is secured but does not commit to releasing the requested economic studies.we were able to secure a great deal for Canadians
15. partly answered
    International TradeMr. Randy Hoback (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.The answer claims briefings were offered but does not say when the full economic-impact documents will be released.from the very beginning we offered full briefings and information
16. deflected
    International TradeMr. Mario Simard (Bloc) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). loaded question.The answer asserts the deal protects aluminum and cites endorsements while ignoring the $6 billion loss claim.The aluminum sector has more protection than ever before with this agreement.
17. deflected
    International TradeMr. Alexis Brunelle-Duceppe (Bloc) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.The answer focuses on past tariff lifting rather than addressing CUSMA's impact on jobs.We were in fact able to lift those tariffs to defend our aluminum sector.
18. partly answered
    Public SafetyMr. Mark Strahl (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.It explains the inquiry but does not quantify other similar cases.that is why we are pleased that Correctional Service Canada and the Parole Board are launching a board of investigation inquiry into the circumstances that led to this terrible case.
19. deflected
    Public SafetyMr. Pierre Paul-Hus (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.The response defends the appointment process without addressing the call to remove members.We maintain very strict standards in appointing members.
20. misdirected
    Veterans AffairsMrs. Cheryl Gallant (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). loaded question.It shifts blame to previous government instead of addressing the current legal actions against veterans.They cut over 1,000 jobs from veterans' services in Canada and shuttered nine Veterans Affairs offices.
21. deflected
    JusticeMr. James Bezan (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). loaded question.The answer redirects to the start of the file under Conservatives rather than the costs incurred.On the eve of the 2015 election, Conservatives decided to rush through a half-billion-dollar, sole-sourced project.
22. answered
    The EnvironmentMs. Laurel Collins (NDP) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). loaded question.It directly states the independence and the fine amount imposed.The company paid an unprecedented fine in Canada as a result of the investigation.
23. partly answered
    Northern AffairsMs. Mumilaaq Qaqqaq (NDP) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.It notes improvements but does not commit to specific transparency measures.We have made significant improvements to Nutrition North, but we know that there is much more to do.
24. deflected
    Natural ResourcesMr. Blaine Calkins (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). rhetorical question.The response highlights the Trans Mountain pipeline instead of addressing any imposed sanctions.That is why we are pleased that the Trans Mountain pipeline expansion is being built and will be delivering our oil resources to new markets
25. deflected
    Natural ResourcesMr. Earl Dreeshen (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). loaded question.The answer avoids the policy critique by pivoting to pipeline approval instead of addressing harm from existing policies.Now, with the approval and construction of the Trans Mountain pipeline expansion, we are finally able to help the folks in Alberta and Saskatchewan.
26. answered
    EmploymentMr. Bernard Généreux (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.The answer directly provides the requested launch date and context for the program.the program will be launched on January 30.
27. deflected
    InfrastructureMr. Brad Vis (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). loaded question.The answer shifts to general salmon stock importance without addressing the specific funding request or sewer risk.I can assure members that the fisheries minister as well as our partners in the provincial Government of British Columbia are working closely together to ensure the stability and growth of our salmon stocks that are so important for British Columbians and indeed for people right across the country.
28. partly answered
    The EnvironmentMs. Kristina Michaud (Bloc) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). loaded question.The answer affirms target achievement and balance but does not directly address the Frontier project decision.Canadians can rest assured that we will reach our greenhouse gas reduction targets set in Paris.
29. misdirected
    The EnvironmentMs. Monique Pauzé (Bloc) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). loaded question.The answer attacks the questioner and emphasizes assessments rather than deciding on the project.We make decisions based on science, unlike the member opposite, who could not care less about environmental assessments.
30. answered
    HealthMr. Rob Morrison (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.The answer confirms follow-up actions on all passengers using available data.I can assure members that we are in the process of ensuring a follow-up on everyone who was on that flight.
31. deflected
    HealthMr. Matt Jeneroux (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.The answer restates precautions and low risk without directly stating satisfaction with the response.We are taking all necessary precautions to prevent the spread of infection.
32. deflected
    HealthMr. Alain Rayes (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.The answer emphasizes preparedness and low risk without confirming the situation is under control.The risk to Canadians remains low and our health care system is prepared to prevent the virus from spreading.
33. deflected
    Foreign AffairsPeter Kent (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). loaded question.The answer restates general Middle East policy without addressing the specific UN vote or East Jerusalem status.We have long maintained that peace can only be achieved through direct negotiation between the parties.
34. misdirected
    EthicsMr. Michael Barrett (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). loaded question.The response pivots to job creation and avoids all questions on corruption, the Conflict of Interest Act, or witness access.Canadians expect their Prime Minister to stand up for jobs right across the country.
35. answered
    HealthMr. Michael Cooper (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.The answer opens with an explicit yes and affirms support for Taiwan's participation in relevant forums.yes. As we did during the time of the SARS virus, we support Taiwan's meaningful participation in international multilateral forums
36. partly answered
    PensionsMr. Scott Duvall (NDP) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). loaded question.The answer explains supports for seniors over 75 but does not address raising benefits for those aged 65-74.Yes, indeed, we have also committed to raising the OAS for seniors over 75, because we recognize there are greater costs associated with living longer