Commons debates bill to shield health workers from protests

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1. answered
   Gender-Based ViolenceCandice Bergen (Conservative) asked Chrystia Freeland (Liberal). substantive question.The answer directly references budget investments as the government's action against violence against women.Our budget made unprecedented investments in fighting violence against women.
2. deflected
   The EconomyCandice Bergen (Conservative) asked Chrystia Freeland (Liberal). substantive question.The answer discusses the mandate renewal process but avoids addressing whether the government will stick to the 2% target.The Bank of Canada has undertaken an extensive process to consider this decision, and there have been very good discussions between the government and the bank.
3. misdirected
   The EconomyCandice Bergen (Conservative) asked Chrystia Freeland (Liberal). substantive question.The answer shifts to criticizing Conservatives instead of outlining government actions on inflation.We would never cast aspersions on the Bank of Canada such as those we have heard from the Conservatives, who have described it, for example, as an ATM.
4. deflected
   The EconomyMr. Alain Rayes (Conservative) asked Chrystia Freeland (Liberal). substantive question.The answer frames inflation as global without providing a domestic plan or timeline.We also understand, as does Stephen Poloz, the former governor of the Bank of Canada appointed by Stephen Harper, that inflation is a global phenomenon.
5. deflected
   The EconomyMr. Alain Rayes (Conservative) asked Chrystia Freeland (Liberal). substantive question.The answer highlights positive economic indicators instead of addressing a plan for inflation and cost of living.Our GDP grew 5.4% in the third quarter, exceeding market expectations and the performance of the U.S., Japan, the U.K. and Australia.
6. partly answered
   Gender-Based ViolenceMrs. Claude DeBellefeuille (Bloc) asked Marco Mendicino (Liberal). substantive question.The answer acknowledges past action and the need for more collaboration but offers no specific new measures.Our government has taken meaningful action on gun violence.
7. partly answered
   Gender-Based ViolenceMrs. Claude DeBellefeuille (Bloc) asked Marco Mendicino (Liberal). substantive question.The answer references meetings held but does not specify strong new actions or timelines.Last week, I held two virtual meetings with the leaders of PolyRemembers, as well as my Quebec counterpart, in order to improve our collaborative efforts and find tangible solutions to tackle this problem.
8. answered
   HealthMr. Alexandre Boulerice (NDP) asked Jean-Yves Duclos (Liberal). substantive question.The answer outlines ongoing actions on harm reduction and safe supply as the government's approach.Since we have spoken about this several times, my colleague knows very well how invested we are in taking action on several fronts, including harm reduction and the safe supply of medications and drugs.
9. partly answered
   HealthMr. Gord Johns (NDP) asked Carolyn Bennett (Liberal). substantive question.The answer acknowledges the crisis and review process but offers no timeline or commitment to the requested actions.We will carefully review any request to decriminalize the personal possession of drugs on a case-by-case basis, as well as new ways to address the toxic drug supply.
10. partly answered
    HousingMr. Matt Jeneroux (Conservative) asked Sean Fraser (Liberal). substantive question.The response details housing investments but does not explain how rising prices help Canadians.every Canadian deserves a safe and affordable place to call home.
11. deflected
    HousingMr. Matt Jeneroux (Conservative) asked Sean Fraser (Liberal). substantive question.The answer questions the member's metrics and restates commitments instead of identifying a working metric.it is hard to figure out what metric the member is pointing to when we are confused about which is higher and which is lower.
12. partly answered
    HousingPierre Poilievre (Conservative) asked Sean Fraser (Liberal). loaded question.The answer concedes rising costs and lists investments but avoids a direct yes-or-no on the bubble.we have to acknowledge that there has been a rapid and serious rise in the cost of housing across Canada
13. misdirected
    HousingPierre Poilievre (Conservative) asked Chrystia Freeland (Liberal). loaded question.The answer attacks the member's credibility and past statements rather than addressing the bubble question.Neither assertion is true, of course, so why should we listen to anything the member for Carleton has to say?
14. misdirected
    HousingPierre Poilievre (Conservative) asked Chrystia Freeland (Liberal). loaded question.The answer shifts to listing alleged misleading statements by opposition members instead of answering about the bubble.I will not get through all of them, but I will start.
15. misdirected
    HousingPierre Poilievre (Conservative) asked Chrystia Freeland (Liberal). loaded question.The answer continues by criticizing other Conservative members' claims rather than acknowledging or denying the bubble.The Conservatives are yet again showing Canadians that they just cannot be taken seriously.
16. partly answered
    Public SafetyMs. Kristina Michaud (Bloc) asked Marco Mendicino (Liberal). substantive question.The answer lists prior actions taken but does not address the urgency of trafficking raised in the question.We must work extra hard to address this issue, which is why our government has already taken meaningful action, such as banning assault-style weapons, adding resources at the border and working closely with the Government of Quebec to create spaces that are safe for everyone.
17. deflected
    Public SafetyMs. Kristina Michaud (Bloc) asked Marco Mendicino (Liberal). rhetorical question.The answer avoids the call for action by emphasizing general collaboration instead of concrete steps.Our government is committed to working with all members of the House on this issue.
18. partly answered
    Public SafetyMs. Kristina Michaud (Bloc) asked Marco Mendicino (Liberal). rhetorical question.The answer confirms buyback as a priority but sidesteps the handgun ban and immediate action demands.I can assure my colleague that mandatory buyback is one of the government's priorities.
19. partly answered
    HealthMr. Luc Berthold (Conservative) asked Marco Mendicino (Liberal). substantive question.The answer addresses border measures generally but does not resolve specific ArriveCAN complaints like seniors or misinformed quarantines.With respect to ArriveCAN, over the past week, I have been talking with the CBSA about providing further instructions and more options for workers arriving at the border.
20. partly answered
    HealthMs. Raquel Dancho (Conservative) asked Marco Mendicino (Liberal). substantive question.The answer notes additional guidance but fails to address lack of recourse or poor prior communication.With regard to ArriveCAN, I want to assure my colleague that I have spoken with CBSA, so there has been additional guidance to provide the opportunity for travellers to provide the information that is necessary on ArriveCAN in person at the borders.
21. misdirected
    HealthMs. Raquel Dancho (Conservative) asked Marco Mendicino (Liberal). substantive question.The answer turns to accusing the asker of ignoring science rather than fixing the quarantine policy.Perhaps my colleague will just simply discard evidence and science.
22. partly answered
    SeniorsMs. Heather McPherson (NDP) asked Kamal Khera (Liberal). substantive question.The answer acknowledges the problem and promises work but offers no immediate exemption or timeline.I can assure the hon. member that we are working hard to find a solution to ensure that those affected will have the supports they need.
23. misdirected
    HealthMr. Taylor Bachrach (NDP) asked Jean-Yves Duclos (Liberal). substantive question.The answer diverts to questioning Conservative views on vaccines instead of explaining the US-Canada testing discrepancy.While I hear some interesting comments from the Conservative MPs, I would like to ask them whether they have heard about the science of vaccinations.
24. deflected
    Public SafetyEd Fast (Conservative) asked Mary Ng (Liberal). substantive question.The answer states an ongoing examination without providing any decision timeline or commitment.an examination of emerging 5G technology and the associated security and economic considerations is under way.
25. deflected
    Public SafetyEd Fast (Conservative) asked Mary Ng (Liberal). substantive question.The answer gives general assurances on national security without addressing compensation or a Huawei ban.We will ensure to always make the best decision for Canadians.
26. deflected
    Public SafetyMr. Pierre Paul-Hus (Conservative) asked Mary Ng (Liberal). substantive question.The answer avoids a timeline or decision on Huawei by citing ongoing review and general security commitments.We are not going to comment on specific companies, but members should know that the examination of emerging 5G technology and the associated security and economic considerations is under way.
27. deflected
    Public SafetyMr. Pierre Paul-Hus (Conservative) asked Mary Ng (Liberal). substantive question.The answer repeats broad security pledges without providing a date or explicit ban on Huawei.As we have clearly indicated, our approach will take into account important domestic and international considerations, and we will make the best possible decision for Canadians.
28. partly answered
    Gender-Based ViolenceMs. Andréanne Larouche (Bloc) asked Marco Mendicino (Liberal). substantive question.The answer acknowledges discussions with Quebec but does not commit to requiring federal use of tracking bracelets.I assure my colleague that I have recently discussed the implementation of the electronic bracelet with my Quebec counterpart.
29. partly answered
    Gender-Based ViolenceMs. Andréanne Larouche (Bloc) asked Marco Mendicino (Liberal). substantive question.The answer confirms continued talks but offers no firm commitment on mandatory federal tracking bracelets.as I already said, I will continue discussions with my Quebec counterpart about implementing the tracking bracelet, but we will not stop there.
30. answered
    Immigration, Refugees and CitizenshipMr. Jasraj Singh Hallan (Conservative) asked Sean Fraser (Liberal). substantive question.The answer directly supplies current numbers and progress toward the 40,000 Afghan refugee target.More than 4,000 Afghan refugees are living in Canada today, another 1,200 in third countries have been approved to come to Canada and another 9,500 who are still in Afghanistan have been approved for onward travel.
31. misdirected
    Immigration, Refugees and CitizenshipMr. Brad Redekopp (Conservative) asked Sean Fraser (Liberal). loaded question.The answer attacks the questioner's past campaign position instead of addressing the pace of Afghan refugee processing.The hypocrisy behind the question is something the member should be ashamed of, as he campaigned on a commitment months ago during the election to completely eliminate the government-assisted refugee stream altogether
32. deflected
    Immigration, Refugees and CitizenshipMr. Marc Dalton (Conservative) asked Sean Fraser (Liberal). loaded question.The answer labels the question inappropriate and begins a personal narrative without addressing backlogs or timelines.with great respect, the attempt to politicize the question of the resettlement of 40,000 Afghan refugees is entirely inappropriate.
33. answered
    HousingMr. Adam Chambers (Conservative) asked Chrystia Freeland (Liberal). substantive question.The minister gives an explicit yes-or-no commitment matching the question.Yes, I will, Mr. Speaker, and any suggestion otherwise is absolutely false.
34. deflected
    Disaster AssistanceMr. Dane Lloyd (Conservative) asked Bill Blair (Liberal). substantive question.The reply highlights current talks and criticizes hindsight instead of addressing the past failure to engage.while I commend the member opposite for the clarity of his hindsight, the reality is that there are always ongoing important discussions
35. answered
    Small BusinessMr. Gerald Soroka (Conservative) asked Carla Qualtrough (Liberal). substantive question.The minister affirms priority status and lists concrete actions taken to support small business.small businesses are absolutely a priority of our government.
36. deflected
    Automobile IndustryMr. Brian Masse (NDP) asked Mary Ng (Liberal). substantive question.The answer describes advocacy efforts but never addresses the proposed removal of U.S. vehicles from the incentive program.just a few days ago, I returned, along with colleagues on all sides of the House, to advocate in the U.S. on this issue
37. partly answered
    JusticeMr. Mike Morrice (Green) asked Carolyn Bennett (Liberal). substantive question.The response engages the overdose crisis and mentions reviewing exemptions but does not commit to or give a timeline for decriminalization.On the section 56 exemption from British Columbia, as well as Vancouver, we are reviewing them on an urgent basis.