Commons debates motion urging 30-day Huawei decision and China plan

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1. deflected
   Foreign AffairsErin O'Toole (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.The answer restates general principles on China without addressing the specific sanctions disparity raised.Canada has a complex, multi-dimensional relationship with China that looks at challenges and engages with China with eyes wide open.
2. deflected
   Foreign AffairsErin O'Toole (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.The answer praises security agencies but does not address tracking or stopping Chinese agents.Canada has among the best security agencies in the world.
3. partly answered
   Foreign AffairsErin O'Toole (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.The answer addresses university safeguards but ignores the Huawei 5G and broader infiltration questions.our security agencies have worked with a range of Canadian institutions and universities to make sure that they are safe.
4. deflected
   Foreign AffairsErin O'Toole (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.The answer discusses 5G benefits without committing to excluding Huawei.We want to ensure that Canadians benefit from the latest 5G innovations, but we will always be there to protect the safety and interests of Canadians.
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   Official LanguagesErin O'Toole (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). loaded question.The answer affirms protection of French but sidesteps agreement with the Liberal member and delays on the Act.As a Montrealer, I am concerned by the decline of the French language we are currently witnessing, and our government will always be there to protect French everywhere in Canada
6. answered
   Canadian HeritageMr. Yves-François Blanchet (Bloc) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.The answer directly rejects the interpretation of the minister's comment on freedom of expression.
7. answered
   Canadian HeritageMr. Yves-François Blanchet (Bloc) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). rhetorical question.The answer affirms support for freedom of expression and notes Radio-Canada independence.Radio-Canada's decisions are obviously independent of government measures.
8. misdirected
   TaxationMr. Jagmeet Singh (NDP) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). loaded question.The answer attacks the NDP's past vote instead of addressing the current motion on taxing the wealthy.Unfortunately, the NDP voted against that initiative.
9. deflected
   TaxationMr. Jagmeet Singh (NDP) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). loaded question.The answer pivots to 2015 tax changes and NDP voting record rather than addressing the motion or Westons.on the contrary, the very first thing this government did in 2015 when we got elected was to raise taxes on the wealthiest 1%
10. partly answered
    Foreign AffairsMichael Chong (Conservative) asked François-Philippe Champagne (Liberal). substantive question.The answer acknowledges the new framework and intent to work across parties but does not specify timing or details on thwarting operations.The new framework that we will be introducing is a natural evolution.
11. deflected
    Foreign AffairsMichael Chong (Conservative) asked Mr. William Amos (Liberal). substantive question.The answer avoids committing to a timeline or decision on Huawei and emphasizes ongoing review instead.an examination of 5G technologies and a review of security and economic considerations is ongoing.
12. partly answered
    Public SafetyMrs. Shannon Stubbs (Conservative) asked Bill Blair (Liberal). substantive question.The answer affirms agencies are taking steps but provides no specifics on actions or implementation timeline.our security agencies and law enforcement agencies are actively taking steps to protect them
13. deflected
    Public SafetyMrs. Shannon Stubbs (Conservative) asked Bill Blair (Liberal). substantive question.The answer reiterates general investigations and outreach without addressing the specific Operation Fox Hunt numbers or arrests.Our security and intelligence community, including CSIS and the RCMP, are actively investigating threats of foreign interference and espionage
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    HealthMr. Richard Martel (Conservative) asked Patty Hajdu (Liberal). loaded question.The answer defends the WHO's role instead of addressing reliance on compromised information from China.we also know that the institution plays a critical role in beating back not only COVID-19 but diseases like Ebola
15. misdirected
    HealthMr. Richard Martel (Conservative) asked Patty Hajdu (Liberal). loaded question.The answer attacks the questioner's understanding of science rather than addressing alleged influence or funding cuts.It is concerning to hear the member opposite not understand that science is the way out of this crisis.
16. answered
    Public Services and ProcurementMr. Yves-François Blanchet (Bloc) asked Mr. Steven MacKinnon (Liberal). substantive question.The answer directly counters the premise by stating contracts awarded and ongoing partnership with Davie.To date, $2.1 billion has been awarded.
17. deflected
    Public Services and ProcurementMrs. Julie Vignola (Bloc) asked Mr. Steven MacKinnon (Liberal). loaded question.The answer praises collaboration but sidesteps the cost difference and 20% share demand by shifting to unrelated projects.We will continue building the supply ships in Vancouver, and other very promising projects are in the works for the Davie shipyard and its workers.
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    Public SafetyMr. James Cumming (Conservative) asked Mr. William Amos (Liberal). substantive question.The answer discusses general 5G considerations without committing to a Huawei ban or addressing the retaliation premise.we are going to ensure that Canadians benefit from the latest and most beneficial 5G innovations, but we are going to do this in a way that accounts for all security, economic and scientific considerations.
19. partly answered
    Public SafetyMr. James Cumming (Conservative) asked Bill Blair (Liberal). substantive question.The answer acknowledges China risks and references NSICOP but avoids directly confirming recognition of Huawei 5G risk.the NSICOP committee, which released a report earlier this year making it very clear that China is a key and growing risk in this regard.
20. answered
    Public SafetyMr. Pierre Paul-Hus (Conservative) asked François-Philippe Champagne (Liberal). substantive question.The answer directly clarifies the contract was never approved and national security was prioritized in the tender process.The contract was never approved.
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    Public SafetyMr. Pierre Paul-Hus (Conservative) asked François-Philippe Champagne (Liberal). loaded question.The answer reiterates national security priority but does not address or confirm a blanket ban on Chinese-controlled companies.national security is paramount for each and every contract considered by the Government of Canada.
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    HealthMs. Leah Gazan (NDP) asked Patty Hajdu (Liberal). substantive question.The answer lists federal supports but does not address ownership of Revera facilities or specific Manitoba long-term care fixes.whether it is $19 billion to provinces and territories, millions of rapid tests for provinces and territories, or additional supports, such as over 250 Canadian Red Cross people deployed into long-term care homes, including in Manitoba
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    COVID-19 Emergency ResponseMr. Gord Johns (NDP) asked Mary Ng (Liberal). substantive question.The answer emphasizes urgency in general supports but avoids explaining the Senate delay or prorogation impact.We are making sure we have supports to help pay for staff, pay for fixed costs and get that liquidity support in the small business loans.
24. partly answered
    Foreign AffairsMr. Garnett Genuis (Conservative) asked François-Philippe Champagne (Liberal). substantive question.The answer notes raising the issue and consulting UN but does not commit to Magnitsky sanctions or AIIB withdrawal.I did speak to the representative for the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights to look at what the international community can do in terms of action to assess the situation and report back to the international committee.
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    Foreign AffairsMr. Garnett Genuis (Conservative) asked François-Philippe Champagne (Liberal). substantive question.Answer pivots to UN cooperation instead of addressing CPP investments.I am really surprised to hear the member say that we should not work with the UN when it comes to investigating a serious situation.
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    HealthMichelle Rempel Garner (Conservative) asked Patty Hajdu (Liberal). substantive question.Answer discusses vaccine procurement but provides no date or distribution plan.That is why we have secured a range of vaccines and hundreds of millions of doses for Canadians, so Canadians are safe and well served when they arrive.
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    HealthMichelle Rempel Garner (Conservative) asked Patty Hajdu (Liberal). loaded question.Answer emphasizes team approach without addressing specific distribution details or competence claims.this is a whole-of-government approach.
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    Official LanguagesMr. Mario Beaulieu (Bloc) asked Mélanie Joly (Liberal). substantive question.Answer acknowledges need to protect French but only points to upcoming reform without naming a concrete measure.I will be pleased to work with my colleague when we announce a major reform of the Official Languages Act
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    Official LanguagesMr. Mario Beaulieu (Bloc) asked Mélanie Joly (Liberal). loaded question.Answer lists existing supports but does not address when the government will stop undermining French.We are also here to support our artisans working in the cultural sector, for example by providing support to Radio-Canada across Quebec.
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    Official LanguagesMr. Alain Rayes (Conservative) asked Pablo Rodriguez (Liberal). substantive question.Answer redirects criticism to the asker's own party instead of repudiating the MP's statements.I would suggest that my colleague focus on his own MPs.
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    Official LanguagesMr. Alain Rayes (Conservative) asked Mélanie Joly (Liberal). loaded question.Answer attacks Conservatives' record rather than addressing listed failures on French protection.the Liberal government will take no lessons from the Conservatives.
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    Official LanguagesMr. Alain Rayes (Conservative) asked Mélanie Joly (Liberal). substantive question.Answer lists past actions but avoids committing to immediate legislation before Christmas.I would remind him that we are the ones who appointed bilingual judges to the Supreme Court because the Harper government and the Conservatives never did.
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    Veterans AffairsMrs. Cathay Wagantall (Conservative) asked Lawrence MacAulay (Liberal). substantive question.The answer addresses the backlog generally but provides no timeline or status for the specific file review requested.We have addressed and will address the backlog.
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    HealthMr. Jeremy Patzer (Conservative) asked Patty Hajdu (Liberal). loaded question.The answer affirms support for dignity but avoids addressing the specific comparison or Roger's case.We are going to continue that hard work.
35. partly answered
    JusticeMr. Kyle Seeback (Conservative) asked Mr. Arif Virani (Liberal). substantive question.The answer notes that testimony is considered and the bill aims to balance concerns but does not commit to accepting amendments.This bill is an important one.
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    Post-Secondary EducationMs. Lindsay Mathyssen (NDP) asked Bardish Chagger (Liberal). loaded question.The answer highlights existing student supports but ignores the withheld funds and scandal reference entirely.That is exactly why we came out with the Canada emergency student benefit.
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    Veterans AffairsMrs. Jenica Atwin (Green) asked Lawrence MacAulay (Liberal). substantive question.The answer discusses funding for organizations addressing homelessness but does not confirm if the covenant obligations are upheld or detail increased direct support.There are a number of avenues for them to use, but of course the organizations themselves have to have appropriate funding.