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1. deflected
   National DefenceMr. Richard Martel (Conservative) asked Ms. Anita Vandenbeld (Liberal). loaded question.The answer justifies the new review without addressing the six-year inaction claim or admitting failure.
2. misdirected
   National DefenceMr. Richard Martel (Conservative) asked Ms. Anita Vandenbeld (Liberal). loaded question.The answer shifts to attacking the prior Conservative government instead of addressing Liberal complicity.Prime Minister Harper appointed General Vance in July 2015 even though he was under active investigation by the Canadian Forces National Investigation Service.
3. deflected
   National DefenceMr. Richard Martel (Conservative) asked Ms. Anita Vandenbeld (Liberal). loaded question.The answer avoids the request for testimony by noting committee independence and accusing the opposition of playing politics.While the Conservatives are busy playing politics, we are working tirelessly to make the Canadian Armed Forces safer for our women and men in uniform.
4. deflected
   The EconomyEd Fast (Conservative) asked Mr. Sean Fraser (Liberal). loaded question.The answer defends spending supports without addressing whether the crisis is the Prime Minister's failure or inflation concerns.The Conservatives should acknowledge that in the time of need that we are experiencing, the Government of Canada should be there to support households and businesses
5. deflected
   The EconomyEd Fast (Conservative) asked Mr. Sean Fraser (Liberal). loaded question.The answer dismisses the question as incredulous and attacks Conservative views instead of addressing inflation or economic management.Why do the Conservatives insist that supporting Canadians has been too expensive every step of the way?
6. partly answered
   Immigration, Refugees and CitizenshipMs. Christine Normandin (Bloc) asked Marco Mendicino (Liberal). substantive question.The answer provides updated numbers on admissions but does not outline specific steps to clear the 50,000 backlog.That is why we have welcomed more than 7,000 new skilled permanent residents to Quebec.
7. deflected
   Immigration, Refugees and CitizenshipMs. Christine Normandin (Bloc) asked Marco Mendicino (Liberal). loaded question.The answer emphasizes ongoing collaboration without addressing decades of neglect or specific remedies for backlogs.We still have a lot of work to do, but we are doing it together as we make sure the immigration system continues to serve Canadians and Quebeckers.
8. deflected
   Official LanguagesMr. Alexandre Boulerice (NDP) asked Jean-Yves Duclos (Liberal). loaded question.The answer expresses pride in government actions without addressing delays in reforming the Official Languages Act or specific violations.I am also very proud of the work that my colleague, the Minister of Official Languages , does, not just on this issue, as she has been doing over the past several days
9. deflected
   Veterans AffairsMs. Rachel Blaney (NDP) asked Mr. Darrell Samson (Liberal). loaded question.Answer discusses research plans without addressing the direct request to eliminate the clause.Over the coming months, we will use the results of this research to inform how best to support these survivors.
10. deflected
    The EconomyPierre Poilievre (Conservative) asked Mr. Sean Fraser (Liberal). loaded question.Answer attacks Conservatives and restates government support instead of addressing money printing or inflation causes.I do not know what it is about the Conservatives.
11. deflected
    The EconomyPierre Poilievre (Conservative) asked Mr. Sean Fraser (Liberal). loaded question.Answer shifts to listing past programs and Conservative voting record rather than responding to inflation tax claims.Every time we put forward measures that help ordinary Canadians, the Conservatives can be counted on to vote against them.
12. deflected
    The EconomyPierre Poilievre (Conservative) asked Mr. Sean Fraser (Liberal). loaded question.Answer continues listing government programs and cuts off without addressing housing or inflation concerns raised.It was our government that advanced the emergency business account, which has helped nearly a million businesses keep their doors open during their time of need.
13. partly answered
    International TradeMrs. Tracy Gray (Conservative) asked Mary Ng (Liberal). substantive question.Answer states ongoing engagement with US partners but provides no confirmation of exemption.We are going to continue to work in the interest of our Canadian businesses, just as we have over the last five years.
14. deflected
    International TradeMrs. Tracy Gray (Conservative) asked Mary Ng (Liberal). loaded question.Answer asserts a plan exists and restates commitment without explaining any change or backward movement.to the contrary, we have a plan, a road map between Canada and the U.S.
15. deflected
    International TradeMrs. Tracy Gray (Conservative) asked Mary Ng (Liberal). loaded question.Answer emphasizes general work with US partners but avoids addressing the lack of progress or securing exemption.We will continue to work with the Americans to ensure we reinforce this deeply connected and mutually beneficial economic relationship
16. partly answered
    Fisheries and OceansMrs. Marilène Gill (Bloc) asked Mr. Terry Beech (Liberal). substantive question.Answer acknowledges priority and mentions collaboration but offers no timeline or specific action on the port closure.We are working with our colleagues at Transport Canada to do just that, and I am happy to work with the member directly to bring her up to date on all the good work that is happening.
17. deflected
    Fisheries and OceansMrs. Marilène Gill (Bloc) asked Mr. Terry Beech (Liberal). substantive question.The answer offers general assurances about alternatives and interdepartmental work but ignores the specific demands for studies, assessments, compensation and a plan.The Department of Fisheries and Oceans is working diligently and directly with Transport Canada to resolve this issue.
18. deflected
    Employment InsuranceMr. Luc Berthold (Conservative) asked Mr. Irek Kusmierczyk (Liberal). loaded question.The answer restates the policy principle without addressing the claim that the minister authorized eligibility for vacationers or the comparison to new mothers.EI is there for people who lost their job or cannot work through no fault of their own.
19. deflected
    Employment InsuranceMr. Luc Berthold (Conservative) asked Mr. Irek Kusmierczyk (Liberal). substantive question.The answer repeats the travel-advice line and ignores the question about the retroactive directive and why it was issued.EI is there for people who lost their job or are unable to work for reasons outside their control.
20. partly answered
    TaxationMr. Philip Lawrence (Conservative) asked Mr. Francesco Sorbara (Liberal). substantive question.The answer addresses the website glitch but does not respond to the request to extend the filing deadline.An update to the Canada.ca website temporarily disabled the website's web links necessary to access CRA portals.
21. partly answered
    TaxationMr. Eric Duncan (Conservative) asked Mr. Francesco Sorbara (Liberal). substantive question.The answer explains existing relief measures but does not address extending the filing deadline itself.The CRA also has strong taxpayer relief provisions in place, which allow taxpayers to be relieved of penalties and interest if these were incurred for reasons beyond their control.
22. partly answered
    Indigenous AffairsMs. Heather McPherson (NDP) asked Ms. Pam Damoff (Liberal). substantive question.The answer defends federal efforts and criticizes the premier but does not commit to stepping in with additional vaccines for Wood Buffalo.Vaccinations are under way in 614 indigenous and territorial communities.
23. partly answered
    Small BusinessMr. Gord Johns (NDP) asked Mary Ng (Liberal). substantive question.The answer lists expanded supports but does not address the specific gap for businesses started after the pandemic began.Budget 2021 has expanded existing supports for small businesses.
24. misdirected
    Canadian HeritageRob Moore (Conservative) asked Ms. Julie Dabrusin (Liberal). loaded question.The answer attacks the Conservatives' motives instead of addressing whether Bill C-10 will censor content or affect local creators.Why do the Conservatives want special treatment for social media web giants?
25. deflected
    Canadian HeritageMr. Jasraj Singh Hallan (Conservative) asked Ms. Julie Dabrusin (Liberal). loaded question.The answer pivots to attacking Conservatives on web giants instead of addressing the speech and government intervention claims.Why are the Conservatives seeking special treatment for foreign-owned web giants over our Canadian cultural sector and broadcasters?
26. partly answered
    Human RightsMr. Marty Morantz (Conservative) asked Mr. Arif Virani (Liberal). substantive question.The answer lists specific government actions on anti-Semitism but does not address the timeline for stopping the rise.We have put in place an anti-racism action plan that specifically outlines a definition that is internationally accepted with respect anti-Semitism.
27. partly answered
    Fisheries and OceansMr. Chris d'Entremont (Conservative) asked Mr. Terry Beech (Liberal). substantive question.The answer confirms the $300 million total but does not specify allocation to West Nova ports.That is why we have consistently contributed to and invested in our small craft harbours.
28. answered
    HealthMr. Mario Beaulieu (Bloc) asked Ms. Jennifer O'Connell (Liberal). substantive question.The answer directly states that a new provider has been chosen for Quebec to replace Switch Health.That is precisely why Health Canada and the Public Health Agency have moved forward with a new provider.
29. answered
    HealthMr. Mario Beaulieu (Bloc) asked Ms. Jennifer O'Connell (Liberal). substantive question.The answer confirms the decision to replace Switch Health with a new provider in Quebec.However, we decided to move forward with a new provider in Quebec.
30. deflected
    HealthMr. Alex Ruff (Conservative) asked Ms. Jennifer O'Connell (Liberal). substantive question.The answer emphasizes not traveling and general supports without detailing procedures for those without internet or phone access.In the event that they do have to, there are supports available to clarify the rules, but it is very important that we follow public health guidelines
31. answered
    Agriculture and Agri-FoodMr. Joël Godin (Conservative) asked Mr. Irek Kusmierczyk (Liberal). substantive question.The answer outlines specific measures taken to expedite foreign worker entry for agriculture.We have streamlined requirements and introduced priority processing for applications and work permits in these sectors.
32. answered
    Agriculture and Agri-FoodMr. Richard Lehoux (Conservative) asked Mr. Irek Kusmierczyk (Liberal). substantive question.The answer addresses cost burdens by citing the $84.4 million isolation support program for employers.With $84.4 million invested in this program, employers are receiving support to manage the costs associated with the mandatory quarantines.
33. deflected
    Canadian HeritageMr. Michael Cooper (Conservative) asked Ms. Julie Dabrusin (Liberal). loaded question.The answer explains the Broadcasting Act but deflects by counter-attacking Conservatives instead of addressing the freedom of expression claim.May I ask why the Conservatives want to create an exemption to protect social media web giants from contributing their fair share?
34. partly answered
    HealthMr. Bob Zimmer (Conservative) asked Ms. Jennifer O'Connell (Liberal). substantive question.The answer acknowledges the specific complaint and commits to follow-up while also pivoting to justify the quarantine policy.I take the comments that have been raised back. We will continue to work with these providers to ensure they provide this level of service.
35. deflected
    InfrastructureMr. Dane Lloyd (Conservative) asked Mr. Sean Fraser (Liberal). substantive question.The answer avoids the specific $150-million promise and budget omission by pointing to existing regional supports instead.With respect to the use of coal, I would point the hon. member to the fact that supports are being administered today through regional development agencies to help communities that are phasing out coal.
36. deflected
    Canadian HeritageMr. Randall Garrison (NDP) asked Mr. Adam van Koeverden (Liberal). substantive question.The answer affirms opposition to hate but ignores the direct question on restoring section 13 and lists unrelated anti-racism projects.Eighty-five projects worth over $15 million have been selected through a call for proposals to support the anti-racism action program and its objectives, which will help combat all forms of racism and discrimination.
37. partly answered
    Post-Secondary EducationMr. Paul Manly (Green) asked Mr. Irek Kusmierczyk (Liberal). substantive question.The answer details student debt relief measures but does not address making tuition free as requested.That is why through budget 2021 we are investing $4.1 billion to make student debt easier to pay down and to provide direct support to students who need it most.