Liberals impose time limit on net-zero emissions bill debate

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1. deflected
   National DefenceErin O'Toole (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.The answer addresses the existence of a complaint but avoids stating whether the Prime Minister knew of the allegations.Nobody in my office or in the Minister of National Defence's office knew the nature of the complaint.
2. misdirected
   National DefenceErin O'Toole (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.The answer calls the question untrue and shifts to attacking the opposition leader's past actions instead of addressing the Prime Minister's knowledge.While there was awareness that there was a complaint against General Vance, there was no awareness that it was in fact a #MeToo complaint of a sexual nature.
3. deflected
   National DefenceErin O'Toole (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). loaded question.The answer discusses government actions on harassment but does not confirm or deny the Prime Minister's personal awareness of the term used in emails.In 2018, when a complaint came forward, we forwarded it to the Privy Council Office so it could do the follow-up necessary, but unfortunately the ombudsman was not able to reveal the full extent because he did not have permission.
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   National DefenceErin O'Toole (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). loaded question.The answer emphasizes the government's record on survivors but sidesteps whether the Prime Minister was aware of the specific term in 2018.from the very beginning of my leadership, from the beginning of my time as Prime Minister , I have consistently stood up to defend people who are facing situations of misconduct or sexual harassment.
5. deflected
   National DefenceErin O'Toole (Conservative) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). loaded question.The answer reiterates support for survivors and seriousness of allegations without addressing the claim that the chief of staff lied or that the Prime Minister knew.my office, and my chief of staff specifically, has, from the very beginning, always taken extraordinarily seriously any allegations of personal and professional misconduct, particularly allegations of a sexual nature.
6. misdirected
   LabourMr. Yves-François Blanchet (Bloc) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.The answer changes the subject to challenge the Bloc Québécois instead of addressing whether the Prime Minister could have called to prevent the strike.This is an opportunity for Bloc members to put their money where their mouth is.
7. deflected
   LabourMr. Yves-François Blanchet (Bloc) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.The answer defends the decision to legislate but does not address the suggestion that a phone call could have prevented the strike.Our decision to intervene and force impartial mediation and arbitration so that both parties can find a solution was made as a last resort, given that we could soon see some significant damage to Quebec's economy and to Quebeckers.
8. partly answered
   LabourMr. Jagmeet Singh (NDP) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). substantive question.The answer explains the rationale for mediation and arbitration but does not directly address withdrawing the legislation as requested.Yes, we are going to act, not by imposing a contract, but by allowing mediation and arbitration, an impartial process that will lead to a contract.
9. deflected
   LabourMr. Jagmeet Singh (NDP) asked Justin Trudeau (Liberal). loaded question.The response shifts focus to past NDP voting record instead of current program improvements.Unfortunately, the NDP had voted against it in 2018.
10. deflected
    COVID-19 Emergency ResponseMr. Richard Martel (Conservative) asked Anita Anand (Liberal). loaded question.The answer provides statistics on vaccine procurement but avoids addressing the timing failure claim directly.We exceeded our targets in the first quarter by 3.5 million doses.
11. partly answered
    HealthMr. Richard Martel (Conservative) asked Patty Hajdu (Liberal). loaded question.Responds with examples of federal support but sidesteps the specific request for unconditional transfers.Whether it was the $19-billion safe restart fund and additional money for mental health and addictions support
12. misdirected
    National DefenceMs. Leona Alleslev (Conservative) asked Harjit S. Sajjan (Liberal). loaded question.The answer turns to criticizing the previous government's actions instead of clarifying what the PM knew.I find it rich that the leader of the official opposition and the member opposite are bringing this issue up when the Leader of the Opposition knew of issues like this with General Vance
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    National DefenceMs. Leona Alleslev (Conservative) asked Harjit S. Sajjan (Liberal). loaded question.Shifts blame to previous government and highlights new funding without addressing inaction.in this matter, we followed the process that had been laid out by the previous government.
14. deflected
    The EconomyEd Fast (Conservative) asked Mr. Sean Fraser (Liberal). loaded question.The response counters the premise but focuses on pandemic support rather than post-pandemic growth investments.our recovery plan is making continued target investments to ensure that more women can take part in the economy
15. deflected
    The EconomyEd Fast (Conservative) asked Mr. Sean Fraser (Liberal). loaded question.Reassures with positive outlook but doesn't engage with concerns about inflation, taxes, debt harm.we will build back with bigger growth. We will build back with bigger prosperity.
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    LabourMs. Louise Chabot (Bloc) asked Pablo Rodriguez (Liberal). substantive question.The answer demands action and criticizes the Bloc Québécois rather than detailing meetings or calls for resolution.If the Bloc Québécois does not want to help, it should at least move aside and let us do the work.
17. deflected
    LabourMs. Louise Chabot (Bloc) asked Pablo Rodriguez (Liberal). substantive question.The answer avoids detailing any actions taken in the past month and instead urges the Bloc to support government efforts.For once, the Bloc can make a difference, instead of just talking, talking and then getting upset.
18. misdirected
    Canadian HeritageMr. Alain Rayes (Conservative) asked Steven Guilbeault (Liberal). loaded question.The answer attacks the questioner's consistency on regulation instead of addressing why social media powers were added without direction.One day, the Conservatives tell us we need to regulate platforms like YouTube, and the next, they tell us not to regulate platforms like YouTube.
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    Canadian HeritageMr. Alain Rayes (Conservative) asked Steven Guilbeault (Liberal). substantive question.The answer restates the government's position on platforms without responding to the experts' criticisms of freedom of expression.We have always said that the people who use the platforms would be excluded, not the platforms.
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    Canadian HeritageMs. Rachael Harder (Conservative) asked Steven Guilbeault (Liberal). loaded question.The answer pivots to child pornography and accuses Conservatives of opposition rather than clarifying the meaning of undermining social cohesion.Are the Conservatives saying they are opposed to us trying to act on that?
21. deflected
    Canadian HeritageMs. Rachael Harder (Conservative) asked Steven Guilbeault (Liberal). loaded question.The answer repeats the exclusion of user-generated content without addressing the charter rights concerns or the former commissioner's quote.
22. misdirected
    TaxationMr. Peter Julian (NDP) asked Mr. Sean Fraser (Liberal). substantive question.The answer lists past NDP votes against Liberal measures instead of explaining why a wealth or pandemic profits tax was rejected.When we implemented the Canada child benefit, improved finances for nine out of 10 families and stopped sending child care cheques to millionaires, the NDP voted against it.
23. partly answered
    Indigenous AffairsMs. Leah Gazan (NDP) asked Carolyn Bennett (Liberal). substantive question.The answer acknowledges the need for a national action plan and ongoing work but provides no timeline for release.our government is working with all provincial and territorial governments as well as indigenous leaders, survivors and families to develop that national action plan
24. answered
    EmploymentMr. James Cumming (Conservative) asked Carla Qualtrough (Liberal). substantive question.The answer directly lists specific investments, training opportunities, and sectors targeted for re-skilling.This investment will also enhance foundational and transferable skills, and create a new apprenticeship service for the trades.
25. deflected
    EmploymentMr. James Cumming (Conservative) asked Carla Qualtrough (Liberal). substantive question.Answer pivots to government's general plan without addressing energy projects or immediate approvals.We are creating jobs. We are training and upskilling workers, and we will continue to be there for Canadians.
26. deflected
    COVID-19 Emergency ResponseMr. Pat Kelly (Conservative) asked Mr. Sean Fraser (Liberal). substantive question.Answer lists existing programs but does not address businesses opened just before COVID.We realize there continues to be challenges for certain businesses, but we have made investments to ensure their communities can open up safely
27. partly answered
    COVID-19 Emergency ResponseMr. Pat Kelly (Conservative) asked Mr. Sean Fraser (Liberal). substantive question.Answer acknowledges the issue with new businesses and states work is ongoing to support them.we are working to find that balance so we can support new businesses, as well as those millions who have already received support.
28. misdirected
    LabourMr. Xavier Barsalou-Duval (Bloc) asked Pablo Rodriguez (Liberal). substantive question.Answer attacks the Bloc Québécois instead of addressing the timing of government involvement in negotiations.This is an opportunity for the Bloc to stand up for Quebec, for once, and support the government's efforts to move forward together.
29. misdirected
    LabourMr. Xavier Barsalou-Duval (Bloc) asked Pablo Rodriguez (Liberal). substantive question.Answer counters by attacking the Bloc instead of addressing the government's role in the dispute.seriously, does the Bloc Québécois have any desire to stand up for Quebec, rather than asking questions, complaining and picking fights?
30. misdirected
    HousingMr. Brad Vis (Conservative) asked Mr. Adam Vaughan (Liberal). substantive question.Answer attacks Conservatives' past record rather than explaining budget measures for first-time buyers.I remember a prime minister named Stephen Harper who told me once, when I was a reporter, to go read the Constitution because housing was not a federal responsibility.
31. deflected
    HousingMr. Brad Vis (Conservative) asked Mr. Adam Vaughan (Liberal). substantive question.Answer defends the budget approach but shifts to criticizing the opposition's history without new specifics on young buyers.The party opposite was not only missing in action. It may want to take a look at its role in income trusts and the role they play in the distortion of the housing market.
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    The BudgetMrs. Tracy Gray (Conservative) asked Ms. Rachel Bendayan (Liberal). substantive question.Answer highlights foreign investment ranking but does not address why trade was not prioritized in the budget.only a few weeks ago Canada ranked number two in the entire world in terms of foreign direct investment attractiveness.
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    The EconomyMr. Dave Epp (Conservative) asked Mr. Sean Fraser (Liberal). loaded question.Answer pivots to IMF report and credit rating without addressing the Paul Martin quote or future interest rate risk.I point the hon. member to the report of the IMF, which indicates that, had we not put forward these measures, our deficit would be of the same scale, but our economy would have experienced economic scarring that would have hamstrung our recovery for a generation.
34. deflected
    Agriculture and Agri-FoodMr. Richard Lehoux (Conservative) asked Carla Qualtrough (Liberal). substantive question.Answer announces a future Dynacare contract but ignores the ongoing delays with Switch Health for businesses already waiting.On April 26, we announced a new partnership with Dynacare to provide specialized support for testing temporary foreign workers arriving in Quebec by plane.
35. deflected
    Agriculture and Agri-FoodMr. Jacques Gourde (Conservative) asked Carla Qualtrough (Liberal). substantive question.Answer repeats the future Dynacare announcement without addressing current backlogs or francophone service for those already waiting.effective April 28, Dynacare will provide temporary foreign workers with dedicated support services in French, English and other languages.
36. misdirected
    HousingMs. Jenny Kwan (NDP) asked Mr. Adam Vaughan (Liberal). substantive question.Answer attacks the NDP's spending priorities instead of addressing the proposed tax increases or social housing funding.having just heard the NDP House leader talk about solving the housing crisis with an $8-billion investment, I am a little reluctant to take the advice of the NDP on housing policy.
37. partly answered
    The EnvironmentMs. Elizabeth May (Green) asked Bernadette Jordan (Liberal). substantive question.Answer confirms embedding the 2030 target but does not address adding a 2025 target to Bill C-12.To this end, we have proposed embedding Canada's new target for 2030 directly into the act, which is 40% to 45% below 2005 emission levels.
38. answered
    Points of OrderMr. Gérard Deltell (Conservative) asked The Speaker (Liberal). substantive question.Speaker directly addresses the request to increase questions for independents and non-recognized parties.Since the number of independent members and members of non-recognized parties has risen from four to eight since the beginning of this Parliament, she feels that the number of questions should also increase.