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1. deflected
   National DefenceCandice Bergen (Conservative) asked Anita Anand (Liberal). loaded question.The answer acknowledges general issues but avoids addressing the specific demand for an apology from the Minister of International Development.We must acknowledge the pain and trauma that have occurred, and today's apology is just one example of the steps we are going to take to work toward a place where all members of the armed forces feel safe, respected and protected.
2. misdirected
   Small BusinessCandice Bergen (Conservative) asked Randy Boissonnault (Liberal). loaded question.The answer defends the CPP while attacking the Conservatives instead of addressing the impact on small businesses.
3. deflected
   Small BusinessCandice Bergen (Conservative) asked Randy Boissonnault (Liberal). loaded question.The answer highlights economic growth but sidesteps the question about the payroll tax increase harming small businesses.the Canadian economy is growing.
4. deflected
   The EconomyMr. Gérard Deltell (Conservative) asked Randy Boissonnault (Liberal). substantive question.The answer praises the CPP enhancement but does not address the request for relief from upcoming tax increases.enhancing the CPP is an important step in improving retirement outcomes for workers and reducing the uncertainty many Canadians feel about saving for retirement.
5. partly answered
   Tourism IndustryMr. Gérard Deltell (Conservative) asked Randy Boissonnault (Liberal). substantive question.The answer states continued investment but deflects on the specific proposal to split the bill for immediate tourism aid.It is up to the Conservatives to decide whether they are going to continue to support us and support Canadians or whether they are going to decide that Canadians are not worth supporting when they need it most.
6. misdirected
   JusticeMr. Alain Therrien (Bloc) asked David Lametti (Liberal). loaded question.The answer discusses general principles and a specific case but avoids addressing attacks on Quebec's reputation or Bill 21.No one in Canada should lose their job because of what they wear or their religious beliefs.
7. answered
   JusticeMr. Alain Therrien (Bloc) asked David Lametti (Liberal). substantive question.The answer directly states the government's position to let Quebec courts handle the matter.we would let the process launched by Quebeckers unfold in Quebec courts.
8. partly answered
   SeniorsMr. Peter Julian (NDP) asked Kamal Khera (Liberal). loaded question.The answer affirms support for seniors but does not confirm fixing the GIS issue for those affected by CERB repayments.When it comes to the CERB and GIS, we are aware of the issue and are actively working to ensure that we support those affected.
9. partly answered
   SeniorsMs. Rachel Blaney (NDP) asked Kamal Khera (Liberal). loaded question.Answer acknowledges the issue and claims action is underway but provides no timeline or specific fix.On the issue the member raised, we are aware of it and are actively working on it to ensure that we provide support to those affected.
10. deflected
    The EconomyMr. Alain Rayes (Conservative) asked Mary Ng (Liberal). substantive question.Answer praises past supports instead of addressing the yes-or-no question on an EI/CPP break.We have had their backs throughout the entire pandemic.
11. deflected
    The EconomyMr. Alain Rayes (Conservative) asked Mary Ng (Liberal). substantive question.Answer discusses CFIB collaboration rather than confirming no future tax or premium increases.Their voices throughout this very difficult time have helped us create the very emergency support programs that have helped businesses.
12. misdirected
    The EconomyMr. Alain Rayes (Conservative) asked Randy Boissonnault (Liberal). substantive question.Answer pivots to child care and attacks the Conservative position on women working instead of addressing the EI deficit.Why do the Conservatives not want women to access the job market? That is unacceptable.
13. deflected
    The EconomyPierre Poilievre (Conservative) asked Karina Gould (Liberal). substantive question.Answer shifts to seniors and CPP investments without addressing the minister's briefings or economic forecasts.Our government will continue to do that so that we are there for Canadians every single day, no matter which stage of their lives.
14. deflected
    The EconomyPierre Poilievre (Conservative) asked Karina Gould (Liberal). substantive question.Answer promotes child care agreements instead of responding to the minister's attendance at briefings or inflation.In fact, we just announced a new child care agreement with New Brunswick today, making it the ninth province and 10th jurisdiction in Canada that will have affordable child care for families.
15. misdirected
    The EconomyPierre Poilievre (Conservative) asked Randy Boissonnault (Liberal). substantive question.Answer returns to child care and demands an apology rather than addressing the minister's handling of her department.Will the member apologize to hard-working families from coast to coast to coast?
16. deflected
    Immigration, Refugees and CitizenshipMr. Alexis Brunelle-Duceppe (Bloc) asked Marc Miller (Liberal). substantive question.Answer gives a general statement on refugee obligations without addressing Roxham Road or the safe third country agreement.Canada remains committed to upholding our fair and compassionate refugee protection system, fulfilling our domestic and international legal obligations and protecting the health and safety of Canadians and those who wish to live in our country.
17. partly answered
    Public Services and ProcurementMr. René Villemure (Bloc) asked Marc Miller (Liberal). loaded question.Answer addresses only lease value while ignoring tender process and donor issues raised.the lease was signed at fair market value.
18. deflected
    Public Services and ProcurementMr. René Villemure (Bloc) asked Sean Fraser (Liberal). loaded question.Answer shifts to pandemic measures and Quebec collaboration without addressing lease or tender.we have made good on our domestic and legal obligations to ensure we are treating asylum seekers in accordance with Canadian and international laws.
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    Disaster AssistanceEd Fast (Conservative) asked Bill Blair (Liberal). substantive question.Answer praises Red Cross and generosity but avoids yes/no on matching funds for other groups.The Canadian Red Cross is doing important work in registering those individuals and conducting assessments to ensure the money goes where it is needed the most.
20. partly answered
    InfrastructureMr. Tako Van Popta (Conservative) asked Bill Blair (Liberal). substantive question.Answer confirms ongoing work with US but does not commit to preventing recurrence.We are continuing to work with the Americans to manage this, but we are working as well with local officials
21. partly answered
    InfrastructureMr. Brad Vis (Conservative) asked Bill Blair (Liberal). substantive question.Answer notes meetings and visits but stops short of committing to specific dike funding.our Minister of Agriculture met with her B.C. counterpart, visited the area last week and toured those areas impacted—
22. partly answered
    National DefenceMs. Lindsay Mathyssen (NDP) asked Anita Anand (Liberal). substantive question.Answer lists actions taken but does not commit to implementing all Deschamps recommendations.That is why on November 4, I moved, as minister, to accept the interim recommendations of Madame Arbour.
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    Public Services and ProcurementMr. Alexandre Boulerice (NDP) asked Filomena Tassi (Liberal). loaded question.Answer defends procurement process but sidesteps question of withdrawing from safe third country agreement.The rental agreement was negotiated based on fair market value to arrive at a competitive price.
24. misdirected
    Public Services and ProcurementMr. Pierre Paul-Hus (Conservative) asked Marc Miller (Liberal). substantive question.Answer pivots to donor's Conservative donations instead of disclosing contract cost.if we are talking about partisanship, then it is important to point out that the same donor made donations to the Conservative Party for eight years.
25. misdirected
    Public Services and ProcurementMr. Pierre Paul-Hus (Conservative) asked Marc Miller (Liberal). loaded question.The answer attacks the asker personally rather than addressing the contract length or lease details.If he does, perhaps he should answer for what he himself did for eight years.
26. partly answered
    HealthMrs. Karen Vecchio (Conservative) asked Carolyn Bennett (Liberal). substantive question.The answer names specific programs but does not outline broader concrete government steps.I think that the Integrated Youth Services is probably the furthest along in our quest for national standards on mental health and wraparound services
27. partly answered
    HealthMike Lake (Conservative) asked Carolyn Bennett (Liberal). substantive question.The answer explains ongoing review and service linkage but gives no firm operational date.It is, as members know, being reviewed by the CRTC, but we need to make sure that when people call that number, it is hooked up to the most appropriate services.
28. deflected
    SeniorsMrs. Claude DeBellefeuille (Bloc) asked Pablo Rodriguez (Liberal). substantive question.The answer restates past actions and promises a solution without confirming an announcement in the update.We know some of our more vulnerable seniors have been affected, and we are working on solutions.
29. deflected
    SeniorsMrs. Claude DeBellefeuille (Bloc) asked Kamal Khera (Liberal). loaded question.The answer lists general seniors programs instead of addressing the two-class pension disparity.One of the first things we did was restore the age of eligibility for OAS and GIS to 65 from 67.
30. deflected
    Fisheries and OceansMr. Clifford Small (Conservative) asked Joyce Murray (Liberal). rhetorical question.The answer emphasizes collaboration and conservation without directly answering the yes-or-no question on targets.We are working with communities, and indigenous communities, to develop marine protected areas.
31. partly answered
    Fisheries and OceansMr. Mel Arnold (Conservative) asked Joyce Murray (Liberal). loaded question.The answer addresses plastic reduction and states a review is underway but does not explain the prawn packaging change.With respect to the packaging of prawns, I will be reviewing this potential decision, but we will be thinking about the conservation of all of our fish stocks
32. answered
    Fisheries and OceansMr. Rick Perkins (Conservative) asked Joyce Murray (Liberal). substantive question.The answer directly states the eligibility rule and repayment requirement for non-self-employed harvesters.Those who were not self-employed will have been asked to repay the benefit.
33. deflected
    Regional Economic DevelopmentMr. Eric Melillo (Conservative) asked Mark Holland (Liberal). substantive question.The answer promises a future response without addressing service standards or measures.We will take it back and get back to the member.
34. deflected
    TransportMs. Lianne Rood (Conservative) asked Omar Alghabra (Liberal). substantive question.The response discusses general border health policies without addressing the ferry timeline.We have been working with communities on making sure that we apply health and safety standards at the borders.
35. partly answered
    HealthMr. Stephen Ellis (Conservative) asked Marc Miller (Liberal). substantive question.Mentions upcoming flexibility rules but avoids committing to fix the app.In the last few days, the minister has asked for direction for some flexibility rules, and those will be applied.
36. partly answered
    HealthMr. Randall Garrison (NDP) asked Jean-Yves Duclos (Liberal). substantive question.Promises quick action on the recommendation but does not commit to lifting the ban.I can assure him that when this comes, we will work quickly on it.
37. answered
    TourismMr. Kevin Vuong (Independent) asked Randy Boissonnault (Liberal). substantive question.Lists specific funding programs and actions supporting tourism recovery.$100 million to help Destination Canada market us around the world and in our own country, $200 million to support festivals and events,
38. misdirected
    Points of OrderMs. Rachel Blaney (NDP) asked Mr. Yves Robillard (Liberal). rhetorical question.The response addresses dress code instead of the proposed motion on pandemic benefits.you reminded members that the dress code applies whether we are in the House in person or virtually.