Commons advances bill for national day of truth and reconciliation

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1. partly answered
   HealthMichelle Rempel Garner (Conservative) asked Mr. Darren Fisher (Liberal). substantive question.The answer provides a general timeline for dissemination but does not address the specific location or current delays mentioned.Rapid tests have arrived, and rapid tests will be disseminated throughout the provinces and the rest of the country very soon.
2. partly answered
   HealthMichelle Rempel Garner (Conservative) asked Mr. Darren Fisher (Liberal). substantive question.The answer reiterates fast-tracking efforts but avoids specifying availability for the named riding or addressing access barriers.We will continue to work with the provinces and territories to ensure that the people who need to be tested are able to be tested and will get these rapid tests.
3. deflected
   HealthMichelle Rempel Garner (Conservative) asked Mr. Darren Fisher (Liberal). loaded question.The answer shifts to general diagnosis and funding without addressing the specific riding delays or procurement contract raised.Through the safe restart program, we have provided billions to provinces to help them build their capacity.
4. partly answered
   JusticeMr. Gérard Deltell (Conservative) asked Mr. Arif Virani (Liberal). loaded question.The answer affirms no political pressure on the minister but does not directly confirm or deny any Liberal Party interference as asked.I can assure the member opposite that, as the minister himself said, he has never experienced any political pressure with regard to the appointment of judges.
5. deflected
   JusticeMr. Gérard Deltell (Conservative) asked Mr. Arif Virani (Liberal). loaded question.The answer emphasizes merit and diversity outcomes while avoiding any direct statement on the Liberalist database.As I said, we take this situation very seriously. We base appointments on merit and qualifications.
6. deflected
   Immigration, Refugees and CitizenshipMs. Christine Normandin (Bloc) asked Pablo Rodriguez (Liberal). substantive question.The answer praises the workers but provides no timeline or details on when applications can begin.The government recognizes this work and stands by them.
7. deflected
   Immigration, Refugees and CitizenshipMs. Christine Normandin (Bloc) asked Pablo Rodriguez (Liberal). substantive question.The answer again acknowledges contributions without addressing processing timelines or application start dates.That has not gone unnoticed, and the Government of Canada will work with them.
8. deflected
   Indigenous AffairsMs. Rachel Blaney (NDP) asked Mr. Gary Anandasangaree (Liberal). rhetorical question.The answer promotes dialogue and reconciliation without engaging the specific incidents or federal role in negotiations raised.our government believes the best way to resolve outstanding issues is through a respectful and collaborative dialogue that is vital to building stronger relationships and advancing reconciliation for the benefit of indigenous communities and all Canadians.
9. deflected
   Indigenous AffairsMr. Matthew Green (NDP) asked Mr. Gary Anandasangaree (Liberal). substantive question.The answer discusses general commitment but avoids addressing the specific violence or timeline for negotiations.Canada deeply values its relationship with Six Nations and is committed to continuing to work collaboratively to address the Six Nations historical claims and land issues.
10. partly answered
    National DefenceMr. James Bezan (Conservative) asked Ms. Anita Vandenbeld (Liberal). substantive question.Acknowledges the error but shifts to discussing other peacekeeping efforts instead of fully addressing the misleading.we very much regret that it was an honest mistake before the committee
11. deflected
    National DefenceMr. James Bezan (Conservative) asked François-Philippe Champagne (Liberal). substantive question.The response avoids the call for an apology and instead highlights positive aspects of peacekeeping.as parliamentarians, we should be proud of the Canadian Forces, which have been operating around the world on peacekeeping operations.
12. answered
    HealthMr. Alain Rayes (Conservative) asked Mr. Darren Fisher (Liberal). substantive question.Directly states that rapid tests are being approved and distributed across the country.rapid tests are arriving daily and being moved across the country daily.
13. answered
    HealthMr. Alain Rayes (Conservative) asked Mr. Darren Fisher (Liberal). substantive question.Reiterates the process for approving and receiving rapid tests.we are approving tests on a regular basis. We are receiving tests on a regular basis.
14. answered
    Indigenous AffairsMr. Eric Melillo (Conservative) asked Ms. Pam Damoff (Liberal). substantive question.Commits to solutions for the specific community and states intent to eliminate advisories.We will not rest until Neskantaga has access to clean and reliable drinking water.
15. partly answered
    Indigenous AffairsMr. Eric Melillo (Conservative) asked Mr. Gary Anandasangaree (Liberal). substantive question.Discusses working with others but does not specify when or what the plan is.We will be working with all parties and the indigenous leadership involved to ensure that we meet and exceed the expectations put forward in the report.
16. answered
    Foreign AffairsMr. Stéphane Bergeron (Bloc) asked François-Philippe Champagne (Liberal). substantive question.Details specific actions like meetings and humanitarian aid.Yesterday we announced over $325,000 in emergency humanitarian aid.
17. partly answered
    Foreign AffairsMr. Alexis Brunelle-Duceppe (Bloc) asked François-Philippe Champagne (Liberal). substantive question.The answer discusses concerns and actions but avoids directly agreeing or disagreeing with the genocide label.We are all deeply troubled by the human rights violations in Xinjiang.
18. deflected
    InfrastructureMs. Leona Alleslev (Conservative) asked Catherine McKenna (Liberal). substantive question.The response highlights their investments but pivots to criticizing the opposition's past platform instead of addressing the specific project.Would they have cut this project?
19. deflected
    InfrastructureMs. Leona Alleslev (Conservative) asked Catherine McKenna (Liberal). substantive question.Repeats general commitment and again questions the opposition's intentions rather than explaining why not this project.When they said they would cut $18 billion from the infrastructure budget, would they have cut the investment in this project?
20. partly answered
    Indigenous AffairsMr. Richard Bragdon (Conservative) asked Mr. Terry Beech (Liberal). substantive question.Addresses collaboration but does not confirm a meeting including all parties as requested.The only way to resolve them is through a respectful and collaborative dialogue, and that is exactly what we are doing.
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    Indigenous AffairsMr. John Williamson (Conservative) asked Mr. Terry Beech (Liberal). loaded question.The answer reiterates government commitments without addressing the minister's performance or the criticisms raised.Right now, the minister 's number one priority is to keep people safe, lower tensions on the water and find a calm resolution to this impasse.
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    HealthMs. Leah Gazan (NDP) asked Mr. Darren Fisher (Liberal). substantive question.Commits to national standards and funding but does not address ending for-profit care homes.Going forward, we will work with provinces and territories to set new national standards for long-term care.
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    HealthMr. Don Davies (NDP) asked Mr. Darren Fisher (Liberal). substantive question.Provides general guidance but avoids specifics on for-profit homes or federal ownership issues.The guidance recommends that a no-visitor policy be considered, that physical distancing take place at all times and that staff in long-term care homes stay home if they are ill.
24. deflected
    HealthMrs. Stephanie Kusie (Conservative) asked Mr. Darren Fisher (Liberal). substantive question.Discusses the need for evidence and ongoing study without justifying the timeline.Any changes to public health measures, especially testing and quarantine requirements, must be supported by strong scientific evidence.
25. partly answered
    InfrastructureSteven Blaney (Conservative) asked Pablo Rodriguez (Liberal). substantive question.The answer states the report is being studied but provides no timeline for release or implementation.Mr. Charest has submitted his report and it is being studied.
26. deflected
    Regional Economic DevelopmentMr. Blaine Calkins (Conservative) asked Mr. Paul Lefebvre (Liberal). loaded question.The response focuses on pipeline projects instead of addressing the perceived assault on the west.as the member knows, there are right now 5,600 workers building the TMX pipeline.
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    YouthMr. Brad Redekopp (Conservative) asked Mr. Adam van Koeverden (Liberal). loaded question.The answer defends the program's delivery without addressing the request for an apology.the public service worked to find the best possible delivery of this program to get students grants for their volunteer hours.
28. partly answered
    Public Services and ProcurementMrs. Marilène Gill (Bloc) asked Mr. Steven MacKinnon (Liberal). substantive question.The response explains the context of the pandemic but does not address the specific concerns about the shell company.We signed agreements with four manufacturers who dropped everything to help Canada meet our supply needs.
29. misdirected
    Public Services and ProcurementMrs. Marilène Gill (Bloc) asked Mr. Steven MacKinnon (Liberal). loaded question.The answer shifts to not confusing Quebec with the Bloc Québécois instead of addressing the contracts.Speaking of confusion, Mr. Speaker, I do not confuse Quebec with the Bloc Québécois.
30. answered
    Public SafetyMr. Colin Carrie (Conservative) asked Bill Blair (Liberal). substantive question.The answer provides specific dates for implementing video conferencing for victims.I am pleased to advise the member opposite that we are launching video conferencing for victims at parole hearings in Ontario and Quebec on November 9 and for the rest of the country on November 23.
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    Public SafetyMr. Dave Epp (Conservative) asked Bill Blair (Liberal). substantive question.The response discusses prohibiting weapons and examining means but avoids the budget question.We are also examining, through the public service, the means by which we can most effectively and fairly deal with those individuals who currently possess those weapons now that they are prohibited.
32. partly answered
    Public SafetyMr. Derek Sloan (Conservative) asked Bill Blair (Liberal). substantive question.The answer notes seeking meetings with municipalities but does not commit to the Cannabis Act review.we did, and we continue to do, seek to meet with municipalities to hear local concerns.
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    Foreign AffairsMr. Michael Cooper (Conservative) asked François-Philippe Champagne (Liberal). loaded question.The answer restates Canada's human rights priorities without addressing confidence in the UNHRC.Canada is one of the foremost supporters of human rights around the world.
34. deflected
    Canada Revenue AgencyMrs. Cheryl Gallant (Conservative) asked Mr. Francesco Sorbara (Liberal). substantive question.The answer discusses general support for Canadians but ignores the bill and regulations on tax promoters.The agency continues to actively work to improve the services it provides to Canadians.
35. answered
    Natural ResourcesMr. Martin Shields (Conservative) asked Mr. Paul Lefebvre (Liberal). substantive question.The answer directly lists multiple government supports and funding for the resource sector across Canada.we have been working with the sector since day one.
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    Public SafetyMr. Jack Harris (NDP) asked Bill Blair (Liberal). substantive question.The answer defends police resources without addressing whether a new commissioner is needed.We are making sure they have the resources to do it.
37. answered
    SeniorsMrs. Jenica Atwin (Green) asked Mr. Darren Fisher (Liberal). substantive question.The answer commits to working with provinces on new national standards for long-term care.Going forward, we will work with the provinces and territories to continue setting new national standards for long-term care.
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    Points of OrderMr. Blaine Calkins (Conservative) asked Mr. Kevin Lamoureux (Liberal). rhetorical question.The answer shifts to noting offense taken rather than addressing the withdrawal itself.A number of individuals were actually quite offended by the gesture that was made