Commons begins second reading of bill to protect health workers and add paid sick leave

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1. deflected
   The EconomyTim Uppal (Conservative) asked François-Philippe Champagne (Liberal). substantive question.The answer ignores inflation and groceries by pivoting to unrelated job numbers.Thanks to the hard work of Canadians, in November Canada added 154,000 jobs, which is five times more than some had forecasted, to our economy.
2. deflected
   The EconomyTim Uppal (Conservative) asked François-Philippe Champagne (Liberal). substantive question.The answer shifts focus to past pandemic support instead of current small business struggles.One thing we said to small businesses is that we have their backs as long as it takes to make sure we get through this pandemic together.
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   The EconomyTim Uppal (Conservative) asked François-Philippe Champagne (Liberal). loaded question.The answer highlights job recovery while avoiding investment shrinkage and capital stock issues.In fact, 106% of jobs have been recovered since the pandemic.
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   The EconomyMr. Gérard Deltell (Conservative) asked François-Philippe Champagne (Liberal). substantive question.The answer avoids committing to spending control by repeating job creation statistics.As a result of Canadians' hard work, Canada added 154,000 jobs in November, which is five times higher than what had been forecast for our economy.
5. partly answered
   The EconomyMr. Gérard Deltell (Conservative) asked François-Philippe Champagne (Liberal). substantive question.The answer references a bill for support but does not address the specific rise in food bank demand.The best thing to do, and this is the advice I am giving the member opposite, is to support Bill C‑2 , which will continue to help Canadian families and workers.
6. answered
   Public SafetyMs. Christine Normandin (Bloc) asked Mark Holland (Liberal). substantive question.The answer directly explains the proposed secure document access mechanism.That is why we suggested that the National Security and Intelligence Committee of Parliamentarians be used, so that members of Parliament could have access to all documents in an unrestricted way.
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   Public SafetyMs. Christine Normandin (Bloc) asked Mark Holland (Liberal). loaded question.The answer sidesteps accusations of racism and court action by restating security concerns.However, it is essential to have a system in which members can securely verify that information so that national security interests are protected.
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   Public SafetyMr. Alexandre Boulerice (NDP) asked Marco Mendicino (Liberal). substantive question.The answer lists prior steps taken but offers no new commitment on border resources.We have taken important steps to address gun violence.
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   HealthMs. Heather McPherson (NDP) asked Karina Gould (Liberal). substantive question.The answer highlights past donations and COVAX involvement without addressing scaling production or waiving patents.It is precisely why we helped found, support and co-chair the COVAX AMC group.
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    Small BusinessMrs. Tracy Gray (Conservative) asked François-Philippe Champagne (Liberal). substantive question.The answer denies the premise and pivots to pandemic support talking points instead of explaining the CPP change.I think the member is misleading in her question.
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    Small BusinessMrs. Tracy Gray (Conservative) asked François-Philippe Champagne (Liberal). substantive question.The answer attacks the Conservatives for opposing Bill C-2 rather than addressing the impact of payroll tax hikes on struggling businesses.If they are genuine in wanting to help small businesses in Canada, why do they not support Bill C-2 instead of voting against it like they did yesterday?
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    SeniorsMrs. Shelby Kramp-Neuman (Conservative) asked Kamal Khera (Liberal). substantive question.The answer lists ongoing initiatives and programs but does not commit to new legislation as requested.We are working on initiatives to combat seniors abuse, including strengthening the law, creating a national definition and having better data collection.
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    SeniorsMrs. Shelby Kramp-Neuman (Conservative) asked Kamal Khera (Liberal). substantive question.The answer emphasizes general support for seniors and acknowledges the GIS issue without providing a timeline or solution.I can assure the hon. member that we are working on this issue to find the right solution to support those affected.
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    Forestry IndustryMrs. Dominique Vien (Conservative) asked François-Philippe Champagne (Liberal). substantive question.The answer notes the minister is in Washington but does not outline specific steps to reverse the duties.the Minister of International Trade is in Washington today to defend the interests of forestry workers.
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    Forestry IndustryMrs. Dominique Vien (Conservative) asked François-Philippe Champagne (Liberal). substantive question.The answer repeats general claims of defending industry interests without addressing the call for leadership or a reversal plan.one thing that Canadians know for sure is that we on this side of the House know how to stand up for the interests of Canadian businesses and industries.
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    Public SafetyMs. Kristina Michaud (Bloc) asked Marco Mendicino (Liberal). substantive question.The answer cites existing border teams and a recent seizure but does not address the urgency of new action on gun violence.Just this week, more than 60 firearms were seized through a partnership between the RCMP, the Sûreté du Québec and the Montreal police.
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    Public SafetyMs. Kristina Michaud (Bloc) asked Marco Mendicino (Liberal). substantive question.Mentions future meeting and past promises but provides no immediate actions for today.During the election campaign, we promised to invest at least $1 billion to help the provinces and municipalities ban handguns in their jurisdictions.
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    HealthMs. Melissa Lantsman (Conservative) asked Jean-Yves Duclos (Liberal). substantive question.Ignores the specific questions on testing details and instead acknowledges pages and makes a general statement.Before I respond, however, and since this is my first opportunity to do so, I would like to quickly acknowledge the new cohort of pages, of whom we are already very proud.
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    HealthMr. Luc Berthold (Conservative) asked Jean-Yves Duclos (Liberal). loaded question.Turns to attacking the opposition's past positions and vaccine status instead of addressing implementation failures.Third, it would be interesting to know how many Conservative members have still not received one of the 61 million doses of the vaccine that have been administered across Canada.
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    HealthMs. Melissa Lantsman (Conservative) asked Jean-Yves Duclos (Liberal). substantive question.Ignores stranded Canadians and pivots to criticizing Conservative MPs on vaccines.Talking about calls to action, what about the actions of Conservative MPs who have not yet been able to benefit from the 61 million doses already administered to Canadians?
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    HealthMr. Luc Berthold (Conservative) asked Jean-Yves Duclos (Liberal). loaded question.Responds by attacking the opposition's past predictions rather than explaining current delays.I am so happy to answer that question because, a few months ago, my colleague and his colleague from Calgary Nose Hill said Canadians would have to wait until 2030 to get vaccinated
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    Immigration, Refugees and CitizenshipMs. Jenny Kwan (NDP) asked Marco Mendicino (Liberal). substantive question.Expresses commitment and notes recent arrivals but does not address specific requests like waiving requirements.In fact, I am pleased to inform the chamber that just yesterday, we welcomed an additional 243 Afghan refugees in Canada.
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    Women and Gender EqualityMs. Leah Gazan (NDP) asked Marci Ien (Liberal). substantive question.Discusses shelters and gender-based violence funding instead of pay equity timelines.We provided $100 million to shelter organizations because we knew that women were at risk.
24. partly answered
    National DefenceKerry-Lynne Findlay (Conservative) asked Anita Anand (Liberal). substantive question.Describes ongoing support operations but does not clarify who is in charge or specific defense steps.since 2015, under Operation Unifier, Canada has been steadfast in its support of Ukraine with troops on the ground undertaking training exercises day in and day out.
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    Natural ResourcesMr. Corey Tochor (Conservative) asked Jonathan Wilkinson (Liberal). loaded question.The minister directly confirms having congratulated Ontario on the SMR development.I had a very good conversation with my counterpart in Ontario, and I did indeed congratulate him on an important step forward in the development of this technology.
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    Immigration, Refugees and CitizenshipMr. Bernard Généreux (Conservative) asked Marco Mendicino (Liberal). substantive question.The response discusses ongoing work and a pilot but avoids confirming any specific implementation date.We will keep working with our Quebec counterparts, and we will do what needs to be done to ensure Quebec gets the immigration it needs.
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    Agriculture and Agri-FoodMr. Dane Lloyd (Conservative) asked Marie-Claude Bibeau (Liberal). loaded question.The answer defends the emission target via a survey but does not address the claimed undermining of food security.Yes, we have set a national target for emission reduction from fertilizer.
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    SeniorsMs. Andréanne Larouche (Bloc) asked Kamal Khera (Liberal). substantive question.The minister states work is underway on a solution without providing any timeline or details.I can assure the hon. member we are actively working on a solution to ensure we fight for those most vulnerable.
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    SeniorsMs. Andréanne Larouche (Bloc) asked Kamal Khera (Liberal). substantive question.The response claims work on a solution but immediately shifts focus to unrelated past supports for seniors.we are working to find the right solution to support seniors affected by the GIS and changes due to the pandemic benefits, but let me remind the hon. member of a number of things that we have done to help seniors.
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    The EconomyMr. Marty Morantz (Conservative) asked François-Philippe Champagne (Liberal). loaded question.The answer compares inflation rates with other countries instead of outlining any plan regarding rising interest rates.What Canadians understand at home is that we have a plan to grow this economy, and that our plan is working.
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    Public Services and ProcurementMr. Tony Baldinelli (Conservative) asked Filomena Tassi (Liberal). loaded question.The response notes support for Canadian businesses and adequate PPE supply but does not address masks made in China or broken promises.We are in a position now where we are not short on PPE.
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    Regional Economic DevelopmentMr. Philip Lawrence (Conservative) asked François-Philippe Champagne (Liberal). substantive question.The minister offers to review specific cases rather than stating when applicants will receive responses.If the hon. member has a case in point, we would be happy to look at it on this side of the House and provide a response.
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    Official LanguagesMr. Joël Godin (Conservative) asked Marco Mendicino (Liberal). substantive question.The answer directly addresses francophone immigration measures as requested.A key element in the protection and promotion of the French language is encouraging francophone immigration in all regions of our country.
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    Natural ResourcesMr. Dave Epp (Conservative) asked Jonathan Wilkinson (Liberal). substantive question.The answer acknowledges the issue and offers engagement but cites jurisdiction without committing to action.we are always happy to engage in a conversation with our counterparts in provinces and territories when they raise concerns.
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    Canadian Broadcasting CorporationMr. Kevin Waugh (Conservative) asked Pablo Rodriguez (Liberal). loaded question.The answer pivots to attacking the Conservatives' past positions instead of addressing the CBC question.At the same time, we know how badly the Conservatives want to make cuts to the CBC.
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    Natural ResourcesMr. Charlie Angus (NDP) asked Jonathan Wilkinson (Liberal). loaded question.The answer defends existing plans and invites reading the document but does not detail a new diversification plan.I would invite him to actually read the document.
37. answered
    Points of OrderMr. Gérard Deltell (Conservative) asked François-Philippe Champagne (Liberal). substantive question.The answer directly apologizes for the wording raised in the point of order.I apologize if my colleague was offended by what I said.