Liberals advance elections act changes as pandemic vote fears persist

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1. deflected
   Canadian HeritageCandice Bergen (Conservative) asked Steven Guilbeault (Liberal). loaded question.The answer avoids addressing free speech concerns by restating the bill's cultural goals and attacking the opposition.It pains me to see the Conservatives work for the interests of foreign tech companies.
2. deflected
   Canadian HeritageCandice Bergen (Conservative) asked Steven Guilbeault (Liberal). loaded question.The answer sidesteps the free speech and investment warnings by repeating the bill's fairness framing without engaging the cited experts.Bill C-10 is about fairness, not about what we can or cannot post online.
3. deflected
   Canadian HeritageCandice Bergen (Conservative) asked Steven Guilbeault (Liberal). loaded question.The answer evades the hypocrisy charge by pivoting to committee process and lecturing the member to read the bill.If the member opposite actually read the bill, she would see article 2(3).
4. partly answered
   Immigration, Refugees and CitizenshipMr. Gérard Deltell (Conservative) asked Mr. Peter Schiefke (Liberal). substantive question.The answer provides some data on recent admissions but does not explain why the backlog persists or outline specific steps to clear it.This year, we welcomed more than 7,000 new skilled permanent residents in Quebec, which represents a 54% increase compared to the same period last year.
5. partly answered
   Immigration, Refugees and CitizenshipMr. Gérard Deltell (Conservative) asked Mr. Peter Schiefke (Liberal). substantive question.The answer cites pandemic effects and digital changes with numbers but offers no concrete plan to eliminate the 51,000-application backlog.This has allowed us to admit over 7,000 skilled workers, an improvement of more than 56% compared to the same period last year.
6. deflected
   PensionsMs. Andréanne Larouche (Bloc) asked Mr. Stéphane Lauzon (Liberal). substantive question.The answer lists existing budget measures without addressing the fairness of splitting seniors into two classes or responding to the FADOQ letter.We kept our promise to increase old age security for Canadians aged 75 and up.
7. misdirected
   PensionsMs. Andréanne Larouche (Bloc) asked Mr. Stéphane Lauzon (Liberal). loaded question.The answer ignores the Quebec-specific criticism and instead justifies the age split with general statistics on seniors' needs.Among seniors aged 75 and over, half have a disability, and half of those have severe disabilities.
8. answered
   Canadian HeritageMr. Alexandre Boulerice (NDP) asked Chrystia Freeland (Liberal). substantive question.The answer directly confirms GST/HST application to Netflix and other digital services with revenue figures.In fact, on July 1, for the first time in Canada's history, we will be imposing GST and HST on digital service providers such as Netflix.
9. deflected
   InfrastructureMr. Taylor Bachrach (NDP) asked Catherine McKenna (Liberal). loaded question.The answer promotes bank projects instead of addressing the $8 million in consultants or operating costs.I am very proud of the progress that the Canada Infrastructure Bank has made.
10. partly answered
    The EconomyPierre Poilievre (Conservative) asked Chrystia Freeland (Liberal). substantive question.The answer explains supports for jobs but does not address the timeline for a reopening plan.That is why our budget extends the Canada emergency wage subsidy, the Canada emergency rent subsidy and the recovery benefits.
11. deflected
    The EconomyPierre Poilievre (Conservative) asked Chrystia Freeland (Liberal). loaded question.The answer criticizes the opposition for talking down Canada rather than addressing the reopening plan.it is puzzling to me why the Conservatives constantly try to talk down Canada and Canadians.
12. deflected
    The EconomyPierre Poilievre (Conservative) asked Chrystia Freeland (Liberal). loaded question.The answer urges the opposition to pick a lane on debt instead of providing a reopening plan.yet again, let me urge our Conservative colleagues to pick a lane.
13. answered
    National DefenceMr. Richard Martel (Conservative) asked Ms. Anita Vandenbeld (Liberal). loaded question.The answer directly addresses the pattern of misconduct by announcing an independent review and new leadership.That is why we announced that Louise Arbour will lead an independent external comprehensive review into harassment and sexual misconduct.
14. answered
    National DefenceMr. Richard Martel (Conservative) asked Ms. Anita Vandenbeld (Liberal). loaded question.The answer directly addresses the priority of eliminating misconduct by announcing the Arbour review.We have announced that Louise Arbour will lead an independent external comprehensive review into harassment and sexual misconduct.
15. answered
    National DefenceMr. Richard Martel (Conservative) asked Ms. Anita Vandenbeld (Liberal). loaded question.The answer directly addresses the minister's knowledge by stating he lacked specifics on the allegations.as the minister said in committee, he did not know the nature or specifics of the allegations.
16. answered
    Canada Revenue AgencyMr. Luc Desilets (Bloc) asked Mr. Francesco Sorbara (Liberal). substantive question.The answer directly states that victims of fraud will not be held responsible.Victims of fraud will not be held responsible for any money paid out to scammers using their identity.
17. answered
    Canada Revenue AgencyMr. Luc Desilets (Bloc) asked Mr. Francesco Sorbara (Liberal). substantive question.The answer directly explains the T4A process and steps for victims before adding a critical remark.Those who received an incorrect T4A simply need to report the actual amounts received on their tax return.
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    Natural ResourcesMr. James Cumming (Conservative) asked Seamus O'Regan (Liberal). substantive question.The answer discusses past pipeline approvals rather than outlining a strategy for preventing future cancellations.TMX, when we look back, is something that we approved and we are building.
19. answered
    Natural ResourcesMr. James Cumming (Conservative) asked Seamus O'Regan (Liberal). substantive question.The answer affirms Line 5's importance and states the government's position on energy security.Line 5 is a critical piece of energy infrastructure.
20. partly answered
    Natural ResourcesMs. Marilyn Gladu (Conservative) asked Seamus O'Regan (Liberal). substantive question.The answer assures action on all options but does not specify timing for the amicus brief.we are looking at all our options.
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    Natural ResourcesMr. Michael Kram (Conservative) asked Seamus O'Regan (Liberal). substantive question.The answer emphasizes Line 5's benefits and alternatives instead of addressing a call to the US President.Line 5 is safe. It has been for 65 years.
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    Indigenous AffairsMs. Niki Ashton (NDP) asked Marc Miller (Liberal). substantive question.The answer cites past progress and funding but provides no new timeline beyond the existing 2024 target.In 2015, there were 105 long-term water advisories in effect.
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    International TradeMr. Daniel Blaikie (NDP) asked Ms. Rachel Bendayan (Liberal). substantive question.The answer restates general support for vaccine access without addressing the WTO waiver position.Canada has actively participated in the negotiations on waiving intellectual property protections to COVID-19 vaccines under the WTO
24. partly answered
    The EnvironmentMr. Brad Vis (Conservative) asked Chrystia Freeland (Liberal). substantive question.The answer expresses enthusiasm for retrofits but does not address when eligibility rules or payments will be ready.The program that the member mentioned is very important and, in the budget, we also committed to moving ahead with an additional program
25. deflected
    Foreign AffairsMichael Chong (Conservative) asked Mr. Robert Oliphant (Liberal). substantive question.The answer restates general sanctions policy without addressing the specific request for diplomatic expulsions.Canada will continue to hold Russia accountable for all its actions.
26. partly answered
    Small BusinessMr. Alex Ruff (Conservative) asked Ms. Rachel Bendayan (Liberal). substantive question.Provides process details but avoids committing to any resolution date.Financial institutions will be reaching out directly to businesses that have applied for, but not yet received, the expansions that they have requested
27. misdirected
    Canadian HeritageMr. Alain Rayes (Conservative) asked Steven Guilbeault (Liberal). loaded question.The response accuses the asker of misleading the House instead of addressing the question.it is pathetic to see my hon. colleague deliberately misleading the House and Canadians
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    Public Services and ProcurementMrs. Julie Vignola (Bloc) asked Pablo Rodriguez (Liberal). substantive question.Pivots to praising the announcement and criticizing opposition parties without contract details.The Bloc Québécois does not like it when things are going well.
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    Public Services and ProcurementMrs. Julie Vignola (Bloc) asked Pablo Rodriguez (Liberal). substantive question.Reiterates past actions and attacks opposition without providing a contract timeline.I do not understand why the Bloc Québécois is unable to recognize good news when it sees it.
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    Canadian HeritageMr. Scott Aitchison (Conservative) asked Steven Guilbeault (Liberal). loaded question.Avoids the question by reading a supportive social media message.Regarding the battle with the web giants, I just want to thank you for carrying on with the most pressing concerns of our times.
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    Canadian HeritageKerry-Lynne Findlay (Conservative) asked Steven Guilbeault (Liberal). substantive question.Quotes the act but does not explain the clause removal and criticizes the opposition.I expect the committee will be able to move forward on Bill C-10 without any further interference by the Conservative Party of Canada.
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    Canadian HeritageMs. Nelly Shin (Conservative) asked Steven Guilbeault (Liberal). loaded question.Lists supporting organizations instead of addressing concerns about the bill.I would like to take this opportunity to read the list of supporting organizations throughout the country that have come out in support of Bill C-10
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    Canadian HeritageMrs. Cathay Wagantall (Conservative) asked Steven Guilbeault (Liberal). loaded question.The answer lists supporters of the bill instead of addressing the demand for an apology or restoring the free expression clause.I thank the member opposite for the question, as it will give me an opportunity to continue listing the organizations that have come out in support of Bill C-10 in the past few weeks.
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    HealthMrs. Cathy McLeod (Conservative) asked Ms. Jennifer O'Connell (Liberal). substantive question.The answer discusses Health Canada approvals and vaccine safety but ignores the specific complaints about inconsistent messaging and delivery failures.Canadians can rest assured that the approval and authorization of vaccine use in this country is left up to the world-renowned regulators at Health Canada.
35. partly answered
    Public Services and ProcurementAlice Wong (Conservative) asked Anita Anand (Liberal). substantive question.The answer provides statistics on vaccine doses delivered and administered to counter claims of lagging distribution, though it does not address the call for the Health Minister to account for failures.the supply of vaccines coming into this country is such that Canada ranks in the top three or four countries in the world for vaccine administration.
36. partly answered
    Indigenous AffairsMr. Gord Johns (NDP) asked Chrystia Freeland (Liberal). substantive question.The answer cites broad funding for indigenous businesses and tourism but does not explain the lack of specific support for the Indigenous Tourism Association or address the Formula 1 comparison.this budget makes unprecedented investments in reconciliation and in supporting indigenous people across Canada, with $18 billion over five years.
37. answered
    HealthMr. Ramesh Sangha (Independent) asked Ms. Jennifer O'Connell (Liberal). substantive question.The answer directly rebuts the claim of neglect by pointing to specific mental health investments and access numbers.In fact, we continue to invest in mental health supports, including wellnesstogether.ca.
38. misdirected
    HealthMr. Alexis Brunelle-Duceppe (Bloc) asked Mr. Mark Gerretsen (Liberal). substantive question.The answer raises an unrelated procedural question about a different member's statement instead of responding to the proposed motion on vaccine patents.I am seeking further clarification on a comment that you made after members' statements today.