Budget debate dominates Commons as opposition presses on debt and spending

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Question Period, exchange by exchange

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1. deflected
   National DefenceCandice Bergen (Conservative) asked Harjit S. Sajjan (Liberal). loaded question.Answer shifts focus to opposition's past actions instead of addressing PM's knowledge or options presented.The current leader of the official opposition was made aware of misconduct rumours in 2015.
2. answered
   HealthCandice Bergen (Conservative) asked Omar Alghabra (Liberal). rhetorical question.Answer directly details existing border measures in response to the call for stronger protections.Canada has one of the strongest border measures in the world.
3. deflected
   HealthCandice Bergen (Conservative) asked Omar Alghabra (Liberal). loaded question.Answer corrects the questioner and references past opposition positions rather than committing to new actions.Were her colleagues not asking for the suspension of the hotel quarantine just a few weeks ago?
4. deflected
   HealthMr. Gérard Deltell (Conservative) asked Patty Hajdu (Liberal). substantive question.Answer discusses rapid test distribution but avoids addressing the specific proposal for mandatory border rapid tests.We have sent over 25.4 million rapid tests to provinces and territories
5. deflected
   HealthMr. Gérard Deltell (Conservative) asked Patty Hajdu (Liberal). substantive question.Answer emphasizes existing measures and provincial support without answering yes or no to mandatory rapid tests at the border.In fact, international travel represents 1.4% of infectivity in this country
6. misdirected
   LabourMr. Alain Therrien (Bloc) asked Pablo Rodriguez (Liberal). substantive question.Answer turns to pressuring the Bloc Québécois on a vote instead of outlining government actions on the strike.Will Quebec be able to count on the Bloc Québécois to support the resumption of operations at the port?
7. misdirected
   LabourMr. Alain Therrien (Bloc) asked Pablo Rodriguez (Liberal). loaded question.Answer attacks the Bloc's inaction and cites external opinions rather than explaining the government's delay.The Bloc Québécois is very good at talking, but when it comes to taking action, supporting the government and making a difference for all Quebeckers, just like that, it starts twiddling its thumbs.
8. answered
   HealthMr. Jagmeet Singh (NDP) asked Carla Qualtrough (Liberal). substantive question.Answer addresses paid sick leave by detailing benefit extensions in response to the call for action.In budget 2021, we will extend EI sickness benefits from 15 weeks to 26 weeks
9. partly answered
   HealthMr. Jagmeet Singh (NDP) asked Carla Qualtrough (Liberal). substantive question.The answer details existing sick leave benefits but ignores the call for better vaccination in vulnerable communities.Workers have access to four weeks of benefits for the CRSB.
10. deflected
    LabourMr. Richard Martel (Conservative) asked Pablo Rodriguez (Liberal). substantive question.The answer lists mediation steps then pivots to asking whether Conservatives will support intervention.I would like my colleague to tell me whether the Conservatives will support us.
11. misdirected
    LabourMr. Richard Martel (Conservative) asked Pablo Rodriguez (Liberal). substantive question.The answer attacks the questioner's willingness to support legislation rather than addressing the claimed inaction.Will my colleague continue to complain, or will he stand up for Quebec and support the government?
12. misdirected
    National DefenceMr. James Bezan (Conservative) asked Harjit S. Sajjan (Liberal). loaded question.The answer shifts focus to the opposition's 2015 handling of similar allegations instead of addressing the Prime Minister's knowledge.The current Leader of the Opposition was made aware of the misconduct of members in 2015.
13. misdirected
    National DefenceMr. James Bezan (Conservative) asked Harjit S. Sajjan (Liberal). loaded question.The answer again equates the current process to the opposition's 2015 actions rather than clarifying the Prime Minister's awareness.A similar path was taken in 2015 by the leader of the official opposition
14. misdirected
    National DefenceMr. Pierre Paul-Hus (Conservative) asked Harjit S. Sajjan (Liberal). loaded question.The answer redirects to the 2015 process involving the opposition leader instead of addressing the Prime Minister's knowledge.The leader of the official opposition heard of a rumour of misconduct, told his staff, who then told the PMO
15. misdirected
    National DefenceMr. Pierre Paul-Hus (Conservative) asked Harjit S. Sajjan (Liberal). loaded question.The answer repeats the 2015 opposition process comparison and avoids confirming the Prime Minister's awareness.When the leader of the official opposition heard of a rumour in 2015, he told his staff to contact the PMO
16. deflected
    HealthMr. Luc Thériault (Bloc) asked Patty Hajdu (Liberal). substantive question.The answer lists past pandemic transfers but does not address the absence of recurring health-transfer increases or the $3 billion allocation.There were $19 billion as the first down payment on the expenses for the pandemic, and then an additional $7 billion recently.
17. deflected
    HealthMr. Luc Thériault (Bloc) asked Patty Hajdu (Liberal). substantive question.The answer promotes an existing program without addressing the request to increase health transfers.That is why we created Wellness Together, because we knew that provinces and territories would need additional support to reach people in their time of need.
18. deflected
    The BudgetMrs. Marilène Gill (Bloc) asked Pablo Rodriguez (Liberal). substantive question.The answer accuses the Bloc of manufacturing a dispute rather than addressing unconditional transfers.There is no dispute between the government in Ottawa and the Government of Quebec, no matter how much the Bloc Québécois would like to manufacture one to boost its poll numbers.
19. deflected
    The BudgetPierre Poilievre (Conservative) asked Mr. Sean Fraser (Liberal). substantive question.The answer discusses job investments but avoids the debt criticism in the question.As we move forward, we are going to continue to make the kinds of investments that will specifically target job creation and economic growth
20. deflected
    The BudgetPierre Poilievre (Conservative) asked Mr. Sean Fraser (Liberal). substantive question.The answer emphasizes benefits delivered but sidesteps the question on national finances and balanced budgets.From the very beginning, we have advanced benefits that have supported nine million Canadians to help them keep food on the table.
21. misdirected
    The BudgetPierre Poilievre (Conservative) asked Mr. Sean Fraser (Liberal). substantive question.The answer attacks the Conservatives' past record instead of addressing the budget critique or the adviser's quote.I will not take lessons on economic management from the member who was part of a government with the single worst economic growth record since the Great Depression.
22. deflected
    LabourMr. Alexandre Boulerice (NDP) asked Pablo Rodriguez (Liberal). substantive question.The answer justifies intervention by citing economic needs and consensus but does not address workers' rights or special legislation.There is a clear consensus in Quebec, Ontario and elsewhere that operations at the port cannot be interrupted.
23. partly answered
    National DefenceMs. Lindsay Mathyssen (NDP) asked Harjit S. Sajjan (Liberal). substantive question.The answer acknowledges the need for more action on misconduct but provides no timeline or specific commitments.When it comes to sexual misconduct, when it comes to Madam Deschamps report, we know that greater action needs to be taken.
24. answered
    Foreign AffairsMr. Garnett Genuis (Conservative) asked Marc Garneau (Liberal). substantive question.The answer directly states Canada's position on women's rights and the UN despite imperfections.Canada will always be unequivocal when it comes to the protection of women's rights around the world.
25. deflected
    Foreign AffairsMr. Garnett Genuis (Conservative) asked Marc Garneau (Liberal). substantive question.The answer restates a general commitment without addressing the specific call to denounce or reform.we have always been unequivocal when it comes to the protection of women's rights around the world and we will continue to do so at all times.
26. answered
    Veterans AffairsMr. John Brassard (Conservative) asked Lawrence MacAulay (Liberal). substantive question.Clarifies the status of the report and reaffirms cooperation with the inquiry.the review in question has been, in fact, provided to the inquiry for the judge's determination of whether it will be used or not used.
27. partly answered
    Veterans AffairsMr. John Brassard (Conservative) asked Lawrence MacAulay (Liberal). substantive question.Reiterates providing to inquiry but avoids committing to public disclosure.I can assure my hon. colleague we are always committed to fully co-operating with the inquiry launched by Nova Scotia.
28. misdirected
    LabourMs. Louise Chabot (Bloc) asked Pablo Rodriguez (Liberal). substantive question.Instead of answering about engagement, criticizes the Bloc and changes subject to economy.Rather than talking non-stop and asking questions, will the Bloc Québécois stand with us in supporting Quebec's economy?
29. deflected
    LabourMs. Louise Chabot (Bloc) asked Pablo Rodriguez (Liberal). substantive question.Evades by again urging Bloc to act instead of addressing negotiation efforts.For once, the Bloc Québécois can do something. Instead of standing up here to criticize and pick a fight, it could stand up and push for consensus in Quebec.
30. answered
    Canada Revenue AgencyMr. Richard Lehoux (Conservative) asked Diane Lebouthillier (Liberal). substantive question.Directly addresses the issues with call volumes and measures taken.Call volumes are up 83% since 2020 and show no sign of slowing as we head into next tax season.
31. misdirected
    Public SafetyMr. Tako Van Popta (Conservative) asked Bill Blair (Liberal). substantive question.Defends policy but ends by attacking the colleague's advocacy instead of addressing gang focus.Frankly, I would urge my colleague from across the aisle to stop advocating for those who manufacture guns and start concentrating on public safety.
32. deflected
    Natural ResourcesMr. Greg McLean (Conservative) asked Mr. Marc Serré (Liberal). substantive question.Focuses on general support and investments rather than explaining the approach to the tax credit.We are investing in them with the carbon capture utilization storage, $319 million of investment tax credit, accelerating adoption of the proposed technology.
33. deflected
    HealthMr. Glen Motz (Conservative) asked Patty Hajdu (Liberal). loaded question.Answer praises US partnership without addressing why Canadian rollout requires foreign help.This is how we get things done as the world.
34. partly answered
    Public SafetyMr. Tony Baldinelli (Conservative) asked Bill Blair (Liberal). substantive question.Answer notes Ontario's recent prioritization but provides no timeline for Niagara CBSA workers.I would simply remind the member opposite that the Province of Ontario recently announced last week that it was going to now prioritize our border service officers.
35. deflected
    COVID-19 Emergency ResponseKerry-Lynne Findlay (Conservative) asked Patty Hajdu (Liberal). loaded question.Answer avoids addressing regrets by listing general supports instead of evaluating the response.what I can tell the member I have no regrets about is being there for Canadians and, indeed, for provinces and territories every step of the way.
36. partly answered
    Public Services and ProcurementMr. Don Davies (NDP) asked Anita Anand (Liberal). substantive question.Answer supplies national dose totals and rankings but omits targeted steps for hardest-hit communities.We are third in the G20 for doses administered per 100 people.
37. partly answered
    FinanceJody Wilson-Raybould (Independent) asked Mr. Sean Fraser (Liberal). substantive question.Answer acknowledges the suggestion but does not identify any alternative fiscal anchors considered.we will take the hon. member's suggestion under advisement.