Commons debates economic update bill amid Liberal-NDP accord questions

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1. deflected
   Government AccountabilityCandice Bergen (Conservative) asked Mark Holland (Liberal). substantive question.The answer avoids the yes/no question about the agreement by shifting to election priorities and criticizing Conservatives.I know, because I was there, that when the Conservatives were in a minority government, they did not work with other parties.
2. deflected
   Government AccountabilityCandice Bergen (Conservative) asked Mark Holland (Liberal). substantive question.The answer sidesteps details on the committee and agreement by repeating general talking points on stability and collaboration.What this means is that Parliament can have stability.
3. deflected
   Government AccountabilityCandice Bergen (Conservative) asked Mark Holland (Liberal). loaded question.The answer ignores the cost question entirely and pivots to attacking past Conservative economic performance.I was there for three minority governments with Stephen Harper, and what we saw was a complete railroading of the opposition and no interest in working with other parties.
4. deflected
   Government AccountabilityMr. Luc Berthold (Conservative) asked Dominic LeBlanc (Liberal). substantive question.The answer evades naming committee members by instead attacking Conservatives' past record on Parliament.it is a little rich to hear the Conservatives talk about disrespecting Parliament.
5. deflected
   Government AccountabilityMr. Luc Berthold (Conservative) asked Pablo Rodriguez (Liberal). loaded question.The answer changes the subject to Conservative infighting rather than addressing Quebec jurisdiction concerns.the Conservatives spend so much time fighting amongst themselves that they cannot agree on anything.
6. misdirected
   Intergovernmental RelationsMr. Alain Therrien (Bloc) asked Dominic LeBlanc (Liberal). substantive question.The answer attacks the Bloc Québécois for bickering instead of directly addressing the question on jurisdiction and the coalition.if we were looking to bicker, we would ask the Bloc Québécois for some pointers.
7. misdirected
   Intergovernmental RelationsMr. Alain Therrien (Bloc) asked Pablo Rodriguez (Liberal). substantive question.The answer turns to attacking the Bloc as champions of bickering rather than answering on withdrawal with compensation.when it comes to bickering, they are the world champions.
8. deflected
   TaxationMs. Rachel Blaney (NDP) asked Randy Boissonnault (Liberal). substantive question.The answer acknowledges the motion's intent but pivots to listing past Liberal measures without committing to the proposed tax.However, let us remember our record on supporting the middle class: providing more pandemic supports for Canadians and businesses with Bill C-2
9. deflected
   TaxationMr. Alexandre Boulerice (NDP) asked Randy Boissonnault (Liberal). substantive question.The answer acknowledges the question's spirit but pivots to past Liberal measures without addressing the proposed excess profits tax.We recognize the spirit of the motion that the NDP put forward yesterday.
10. misdirected
    HousingMr. Brad Vis (Conservative) asked Ahmed Hussen (Liberal). loaded question.The answer ignores the housing spending question and instead attacks the Conservative Party's plans and members.the Conservative Party in the House faces a leadership problem.
11. partly answered
    Fisheries and OceansMr. Rick Perkins (Conservative) asked Joyce Murray (Liberal). substantive question.The answer addresses reconciliation and negotiations with nations but does not respond to the call for fair compensation to fishermen.We are working with industry to negotiate solutions that are acceptable to all parties as we move forward with reconciliation obligations.
12. deflected
    TaxationMr. Dan Albas (Conservative) asked Randy Boissonnault (Liberal). loaded question.The answer dismisses the GST cut proposal by citing external factors and lack of guarantees rather than addressing the free vote request.The problem with the Conservative plan is that it would not work.
13. deflected
    Natural ResourcesMrs. Kelly Block (Conservative) asked Ms. Yvonne Jones (Liberal). loaded question.The answer discusses the Russian oil ban and limited imports but avoids the question on expanding Canadian energy exports.we have announced that the Government of Canada will ban crude oil imports from Russia until further notice.
14. deflected
    The EconomyMr. Richard Bragdon (Conservative) asked Steven Guilbeault (Liberal). loaded question.The answer begins defending the carbon tax's effectiveness but cuts off without addressing the pain or relief expected under the NDP-Liberal deal.we all know that putting a price on carbon is one of the most effective ways to reduce emissions.
15. deflected
    The EconomyMr. Jacques Gourde (Conservative) asked Randy Boissonnault (Liberal). rhetorical question.The answer ignores the budget pain question and lists past Liberal achievements while noting Conservative infighting.While the Conservatives are busy fighting over who they should pick to lead them, we will focus on ensuring affordability for all Canadians.
16. partly answered
    HealthMr. Mario Simard (Bloc) asked Jean-Yves Duclos (Liberal). substantive question.The answer lists federal health investments but does not address negotiating increased transfers with premiers as requested.This gives me the opportunity to remind the House of the $72 billion we invested during the COVID‑19 pandemic to support the health and safety of all Canadians
17. partly answered
    HealthMr. Luc Thériault (Bloc) asked Jean-Yves Duclos (Liberal). loaded question.Lists specific funding sent but does not address unconditional transfers or the consensus premise.In the last budget, we announced $3 billion to support the health and dignity of our seniors in long-term care centres in Quebec, $1 billion to help the provinces and territories implement vaccination programs over the past few months, and another $300 million to help pay for the vaccine passport system that they used quite successfully over the past few months.
18. deflected
    The EconomyMrs. Tracy Gray (Conservative) asked Randy Boissonnault (Liberal). substantive question.Addresses global causes of inflation but avoids any commitment on pausing or cancelling the carbon tax increase.On this side of the House, we will keep focusing on affordability.
19. deflected
    The EconomyMr. Richard Lehoux (Conservative) asked Randy Boissonnault (Liberal). substantive question.Acknowledges the question but pivots to criticizing the Conservative GST plan instead of addressing the carbon tax or GST elimination.We also know that the Conservative plan would not work because there is no guarantee that cutting the GST would result in a direct transfer to Canadians.
20. misdirected
    The EconomyMr. Larry Brock (Conservative) asked Randy Boissonnault (Liberal). loaded question.Ignores the tax cancellation request and instead attacks Conservatives for internal leadership issues.While the Conservatives fight among themselves to pick a leader, we are going to focus on Canadians and putting more money in their pockets.
21. deflected
    The EconomyMr. Pat Kelly (Conservative) asked Steven Guilbeault (Liberal). substantive question.Highlights rebate amounts and climate benefits but does not address cancelling the carbon tax increase.Carbon pricing is working for Canadians to reduce emissions.
22. answered
    Immigration, Refugees and CitizenshipMs. Jenny Kwan (NDP) asked Sean Fraser (Liberal). substantive question.Directly addresses the issue of older identity documents and outlines steps to issue single-journey documents.With respect to outdated travel documents, we contemplated this possibility during the program design, and we are working to issue single journey travel documents for those who do not have a valid passport.
23. partly answered
    Immigration, Refugees and CitizenshipMs. Heather McPherson (NDP) asked Sean Fraser (Liberal). substantive question.Discusses work permits and ongoing coordination with partners but offers no firm commitment on immediate financial support.we are working right now with non-profit partners, private sector donors and airlines to sort out some of the very issues she raised in her question.
24. deflected
    Foreign AffairsMr. Garnett Genuis (Conservative) asked Mélanie Joly (Liberal). substantive question.Restates travel advisories and general support for Ukraine without clarifying the Foreign Enlistment Act application.At the same time, we have been clear since February 1 that, should Canadians be in Ukraine, they should be leaving the country.
25. answered
    Natural ResourcesMr. Garnett Genuis (Conservative) asked Ms. Yvonne Jones (Liberal). substantive question.The answer directly affirms the importance of energy security for allies and outlines Canada's considerations.the current situation in Ukraine underscores the importance of energy security of our allies in Europe and around the world.
26. deflected
    Public Services and ProcurementMr. Kelly McCauley (Conservative) asked Filomena Tassi (Liberal). loaded question.The answer restates the fighter jet procurement process without addressing delays or the crisis plan.our government has been strong and consistent in delivering on its promise to replace Canada's existing fighter jet fleet through an open, fair and transparent process.
27. misdirected
    Foreign AffairsMr. Scot Davidson (Conservative) asked Harjit S. Sajjan (Liberal). substantive question.The answer disputes the premise by noting the minister's own presence rather than explaining visible support for refugees.I respectfully disagree with the member.
28. partly answered
    Immigration, Refugees and CitizenshipMr. Alexis Brunelle-Duceppe (Bloc) asked Sean Fraser (Liberal). substantive question.The answer covers existing arrivals and a new authorization but does not address chartering flights or airline agreements.Last week, we launched the new Canada-Ukraine authorization for emergency travel to make it easier for Ukrainians to safely come to Canada.
29. deflected
    Immigration, Refugees and CitizenshipMr. Alexis Brunelle-Duceppe (Bloc) asked Sean Fraser (Liberal). substantive question.The answer defends prior efforts and conversations without committing to an airline agreement timeline.I would dare suggest that it is not a hollow answer to the 10,000 Ukrainians who are already in Canada
30. deflected
    HealthMrs. Dominique Vien (Conservative) asked Jean-Yves Duclos (Liberal). substantive question.The answer thanks vaccinators and notes it is not for politicians to declare COVID over, avoiding reassessment of measures.We would love to declare that COVID‑19 is over, like some Conservative members are doing today by choosing not to wear a mask, but it is not up to politicians to decide when COVID‑19 is over.
31. deflected
    HealthMr. Brad Redekopp (Conservative) asked Jean-Yves Duclos (Liberal). loaded question.The answer highlights U.S. deaths avoided by vaccination without addressing ending federal mandates.That is the number of avoidable deaths that we saw in the United States over the last few months.
32. deflected
    HealthMrs. Shelby Kramp-Neuman (Conservative) asked Jean-Yves Duclos (Liberal). substantive question.The answer cites numbers on mandates averting deaths and costs but does not address ArriveCAN barriers for seniors.The fact that we had vaccination mandates at both federal and provincial levels in the last few months made Canadians avoid 1,600 deaths.
33. partly answered
    Public SafetyMr. Todd Doherty (Conservative) asked Ms. Pam Damoff (Liberal). loaded question.The answer offers condolences and a promise to follow up but avoids addressing the claim of refusal or ignoring the community.I appreciate the member's comments in the House today and I will follow up with him.
34. deflected
    TaxationMr. Kyle Seeback (Conservative) asked Steven Guilbeault (Liberal). loaded question.The answer shifts to the cost of climate inaction and past events instead of addressing the carbon tax increase or its impact on rural Canadians.the cost of inaction on climate change is enormous.
35. partly answered
    Agriculture and Agri-FoodMr. Dave Epp (Conservative) asked Mr. Francis Drouin (Liberal). loaded question.The answer acknowledges the issue and states work on a trusted employer program but provides no timeline or commitment to stop further losses.
36. partly answered
    Persons With DisabilitiesMs. Bonita Zarrillo (NDP) asked Carla Qualtrough (Liberal). substantive question.The answer commits to reintroducing legislation for a disability benefit but does not specify when it will be tabled.We are committed to reintroducing legislation to establish a new Canada disability benefit that would address the long-standing financial hardship felt by persons with disabilities.
37. partly answered
    Diversity and InclusionMr. Kevin Vuong (Independent) asked Ahmed Hussen (Liberal). substantive question.The answer affirms commitment to appoint a representative but gives no date or timeline for the appointment.We are committed to moving forward to appoint a special representative to combat Islamophobia.