Liberals impose time limits on budget bill debate

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1. deflected
   The EconomyCandice Bergen (Conservative) asked Chrystia Freeland (Liberal). loaded question.The answer pivots to urging Conservatives to support a bill rather than addressing the Prime Minister's focus on the economy.if the Conservatives really care about the Canadian economy, if they really care about Canadian workers and if they really care about Canadian businesses, let me suggest one simple and very practical thing they can do, and that is to support Bill C-30
2. answered
   The EconomyMrs. Marilène Gill (Bloc) asked Diane Lebouthillier (Liberal). substantive question.The answer directly confirms that the interpretation can be heard without issue.Mr. Speaker, I can hear you very well. There is no problem with the interpretation.
3. deflected
   The EconomyCandice Bergen (Conservative) asked Chrystia Freeland (Liberal). loaded question.The answer shifts to accusing Conservatives of blocking legislation instead of addressing the listed scandals or economic focus.It is the Conservatives who are blocking it.
4. answered
   National DefenceCandice Bergen (Conservative) asked Harjit S. Sajjan (Liberal). loaded question.The answer directly states the vice-chief is no longer in the role and outlines ongoing reforms.The acting chief of the defence staff has informed me that the vice-chief of the defence staff is no longer in his role, effective immediately.
5. deflected
   JusticeMr. Gérard Deltell (Conservative) asked David Lametti (Liberal). loaded question.The answer explains the appointment process without answering the yes-or-no question about consulting the Liberalist.Our appointments are always based on merit.
6. misdirected
   JusticeMr. Gérard Deltell (Conservative) asked David Lametti (Liberal). rhetorical question.The answer attacks the prior Conservative government's process instead of addressing the current question.They use their local contacts, such as party fundraisers...to identify lawyers, academics and sitting judges who fit their specifications, and recommend them to the justice minister.
7. partly answered
   Official LanguagesMrs. Claude DeBellefeuille (Bloc) asked Mélanie Joly (Liberal). substantive question.The answer discusses proposed reforms for French in federally regulated businesses but does not confirm allowing Quebec to designate it as the language of work.in some federally regulated businesses in Quebec and in regions with a strong francophone presence, we will recognize the right to work in French
8. deflected
   Official LanguagesMrs. Claude DeBellefeuille (Bloc) asked Mélanie Joly (Liberal). loaded question.The answer emphasizes protecting French due to decline without addressing whether it would be the sole language used in federal institutions in Quebec.French requires more protection because it is being eroded and is in decline.
9. deflected
   The EconomyMr. Peter Julian (NDP) asked Chrystia Freeland (Liberal). loaded question.The answer pivots to urging support for Bill C-30 without addressing the claimed benefit cuts or subsidies.If the NDP truly wants to support Canadian workers, let me suggest one simple thing they can do: support Bill C-30 .
10. partly answered
    National DefenceMs. Lindsay Mathyssen (NDP) asked Harjit S. Sajjan (Liberal). loaded question.The answer notes the vice-chief's removal but focuses on general reforms rather than trust in allegations.the acting chief of the defence staff has informed us that the vice-chief of the defence staff is no longer in this role, effective immediately.
11. deflected
    Public SafetyMichael Chong (Conservative) asked Patty Hajdu (Liberal). substantive question.The answer ignores the access question entirely and shifts to praising lab work on COVID-19.every step of the way, the National Microbiology Lab has been working so hard to protect Canadians through COVID‑19.
12. deflected
    Public SafetyMichael Chong (Conservative) asked Patty Hajdu (Liberal). substantive question.The answer gives a general statement on origins investigation without addressing document or scientist sharing with US.we have always been clear that we need to understand the origins of COVID-19, and we will work with our international partners
13. partly answered
    Public SafetyMr. Pierre Paul-Hus (Conservative) asked Patty Hajdu (Liberal). loaded question.The answer rebuts the obstruction claim by noting release to the proper committee but does not address secrecy concerns.the member opposite knows that is not true.
14. deflected
    National DefenceMr. Pierre Paul-Hus (Conservative) asked Harjit S. Sajjan (Liberal). loaded question.The answer repeats the vice-chief removal without addressing tainted inquiry or leadership failure.The acting chief of the defence staff has informed me that the vice-chief of the defence staff is no longer in his role, effective immediately.
15. deflected
    National DefenceMs. Leona Alleslev (Conservative) asked Harjit S. Sajjan (Liberal). loaded question.The answer emphasizes culture change commitment but avoids admitting any ministerial failure.we are absolutely committed to making sure that we have that culture change
16. deflected
    National DefenceMs. Leona Alleslev (Conservative) asked Harjit S. Sajjan (Liberal). loaded question.The answer highlights ongoing work and independence but does not address being part of the problem.I have been working from day one to make sure that we create the institutional culture change that is absolutely necessary.
17. deflected
    JusticeMr. Rhéal Fortin (Bloc) asked David Lametti (Liberal). substantive question.The answer restates general policy without addressing the specific concern about Elections Canada data.All judicial appointments are based on merit.
18. deflected
    JusticeMr. Rhéal Fortin (Bloc) asked David Lametti (Liberal). substantive question.Responds by accusing opposition of partisanship instead of addressing the process.We are disappointed that the opposition is turning this into a partisan game.
19. misdirected
    JusticeMr. Rhéal Fortin (Bloc) asked David Lametti (Liberal). loaded question.Denies the claim outright and shifts to diversity achievements.what the hon. member is saying is patently false.
20. deflected
    HousingEd Fast (Conservative) asked Ahmed Hussen (Liberal). substantive question.Addresses investments but pivots to criticizing Conservatives' voting record.our government has prioritized housing affordability and affordable housing through the national housing strategy.
21. deflected
    HousingEd Fast (Conservative) asked Ahmed Hussen (Liberal). substantive question.Focuses on Conservative record and voting rather than current actions.It is fake outrage in question period and voting against real help for Canadians with respect to affordable housing.
22. deflected
    HousingEd Fast (Conservative) asked Ahmed Hussen (Liberal). loaded question.Answers by promoting program and criticizing opposition vote.the first-time homebuyer incentive gives first-time Canadian homebuyers help from our government to buy housing.
23. partly answered
    Indigenous AffairsMs. Leah Gazan (NDP) asked Carolyn Bennett (Liberal). substantive question.Commits to support but sidesteps specific requests for legislation and oversight.We will be there as a government to support all communities with whatever they need for healing, gatherings, commemoration or archaeological expertise.
24. partly answered
    Indigenous AffairsMr. Charlie Angus (NDP) asked Marc Miller (Liberal). loaded question.Provides update on the health crisis but ignores the human rights tribunal and court defiance mentioned.perhaps, since the member opposite asked two questions, I can give the House the update on the very concerning situation in Kashechewan.
25. deflected
    EthicsMr. Michael Barrett (Conservative) asked Seamus O'Regan (Liberal). substantive question.Answer restates rule compliance and day-off campaigning without addressing repayment request.All rules were followed to the letter.
26. deflected
    EthicsMr. Michael Barrett (Conservative) asked Seamus O'Regan (Liberal). substantive question.Answer quotes guidelines and asserts compliance but avoids any repayment commitment.That is exactly what happened here.
27. deflected
    EthicsMr. Luc Berthold (Conservative) asked Seamus O'Regan (Liberal). substantive question.Answer dismisses as outrage machine and personal attacks while reiterating rules without addressing repayment.We could continue with these petty personal attacks against hard-working staff, but it was their day off.
28. deflected
    EthicsMr. Luc Berthold (Conservative) asked Seamus O'Regan (Liberal). loaded question.Answer insists rules followed and refuses to police staff time off, sidestepping repayment demand.I will not be policing what they do on their time off.
29. partly answered
    Indigenous AffairsMrs. Marilène Gill (Bloc) asked Marc Miller (Liberal). substantive question.Answer addresses compensation commitment but does not confirm termination of legal action.The Prime Minister , myself and all of Canada have sent a very clear message that any first nations child who has suffered the consequences of discrimination in the child welfare system, which is broken, will be compensated fairly and equitably.
30. partly answered
    Indigenous AffairsMrs. Marilène Gill (Bloc) asked Marc Miller (Liberal). substantive question.Answer clarifies challenge is to proportionality not discrimination source but does not address ending court action.We are challenging its proportionality, not the source of the discrimination.
31. misdirected
    Natural ResourcesMr. Warren Steinley (Conservative) asked Seamus O'Regan (Liberal). substantive question.Answer lists other projects and investments instead of addressing Line 5 discussion with Biden.TMX was approved and we are building it, with 7,000 jobs created so far.
32. deflected
    Natural ResourcesMr. Kevin Waugh (Conservative) asked Seamus O'Regan (Liberal). loaded question.Answer expresses disappointment and pivots to hydrogen investment and future opportunities without addressing energy sector shutdown claim.Last week, I stood alongside Premier Kenney to announce a $1.3-billion investment in hydrogen.
33. deflected
    Forestry IndustryMr. Gary Vidal (Conservative) asked Seamus O'Regan (Liberal). substantive question.The answer expresses general disappointment and commitment to workers but provides no timeline or confirmation on returning duties.Our focus will be, as it always has been, on the workers within the industry and on ensuring that we have an industry that continues to prosper and grow in this country.
34. deflected
    Forestry IndustryMr. Dan Albas (Conservative) asked Ms. Rachel Bendayan (Liberal). loaded question.The answer restates positions on duties and litigation options without addressing when or how the Prime Minister will focus on an agreement.The minister has raised this with President Biden directly and with Ambassador Tai, and our government continues to press for a negotiated settlement
35. misdirected
    HousingMr. Doug Shipley (Conservative) asked Ahmed Hussen (Liberal). loaded question.The answer turns to attacking the Conservatives' record and voting record instead of addressing why housing needs are being ignored.They spent meagre amounts of money during their time in office.
36. partly answered
    The EnvironmentMr. Damien Kurek (Conservative) asked Jonathan Wilkinson (Liberal). loaded question.The answer explains the subsidy focus on retrofits and emissions but does not address the upfront cost barriers for seniors.The $5,000 subsidy is focused very much on enabling homeowners to retrofit their homes, to increase energy efficiency, to reduce carbon emissions and to ultimately reduce their energy bills.
37. deflected
    HealthMr. Randall Garrison (NDP) asked Patty Hajdu (Liberal). substantive question.The answer highlights past reductions in restrictions but supplies neither the requested date nor any deadline for a new policy recommendation.In 2019, it was reduced to three months.
38. partly answered
    The EnvironmentJody Wilson-Raybould (Independent) asked David Lametti (Liberal). substantive question.The answer acknowledges all options will be considered without committing to the specific proposal of legal personhood for natural features.I am not going to commit to any specific thing suggested by the hon. member, but I thank her for her question, and we certainly will always consider all options that will help us advance the cause of fighting climate change.