Commons debates Senate changes to Combatting Hate Act

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1. deflected
   The EconomyBranden Leslie (Conservative) asked François-Philippe Champagne (Liberal). loaded question.The answer promotes positive economic indicators without addressing the question about reversing policies.In fact, in 2025, Canada received the highest level of foreign direct investment.
2. deflected
   The EconomyBranden Leslie (Conservative) asked François-Philippe Champagne (Liberal). loaded question.The answer lists government actions but avoids admitting any failure of the affordability plan.Canadians are concerned about the cost of rent, the cost of food and the cost of gas.
3. misdirected
   The EconomyGabriel Hardy (Conservative) asked François-Philippe Champagne (Liberal). loaded question.The answer attacks the Conservatives' voting record instead of addressing the crisis or GoFundMe claims.what the people watching at home today are seeing is the Conservatives' hypocrisy.
4. misdirected
   The EconomyGabriel Hardy (Conservative) asked Joël Lightbound (Liberal). substantive question.The answer criticizes the Conservatives' votes rather than reviewing or cancelling spending policies.They stand up and pretend to show empathy, but when it comes time to vote for concrete measures that help their constituents, they vote against them at every turn.
5. deflected
   The EconomyShannon Stubbs (Conservative) asked Tim Hodgson (Liberal). loaded question.The answer highlights LNG projects instead of addressing recession policies or jobless Canadians.I want to let members know that the 2,000 workers at Woodfibre LNG are working hard, and they will be producing new LNG in 2027.
6. misdirected
   The EconomyShannon Stubbs (Conservative) asked Steven MacKinnon (Liberal). loaded question.The answer attacks Conservative votes and positions rather than addressing luxury spending or inflationary policies.Canadians watching are somewhat confused, because every time we propose a measure to help vulnerable Canadians, like the groceries and essentials benefit, dental care or the Canada child benefit, the Conservatives vote against it.
7. misdirected
   Democratic InstitutionsYves Perron (Bloc) asked Steven MacKinnon (Liberal). loaded question.The answer shifts to attacking the Bloc on Alto instead of addressing time allocation and democratic concerns.I know the Bloc Québécois needs to change the subject, but unfortunately, we have to talk about the Bloc Québécois leader's decision to obey his political masters in Quebec City and oppose Alto
8. misdirected
   Democratic InstitutionsYves Perron (Bloc) asked Steven MacKinnon (Liberal). substantive question.The answer defends projects and attacks the Bloc's reversal instead of addressing respect for Parliament.we make no apology for working tirelessly on Canadians' priorities, on affordability, on delivering major projects and, yes, on major, unifying projects of national interest such as high-speed rail, which the Bloc MPs oppose, despite having supported it prior to the last election.
9. deflected
   PrivacyClaude DeBellefeuille (Bloc) asked Joël Lightbound (Liberal). substantive question.Answer ignores the bill and debate shutdown entirely, pivoting to unrelated projects and attacking the Bloc.I also note that the Bloc Québécois is taking its cues from its political masters in Quebec by opposing this project that is so essential for Quebec and its economic development.
10. deflected
    Access to InformationStephanie Kusie (Conservative) asked Shafqat Ali (Liberal). substantive question.Answer discusses consultations but avoids the yes-or-no question on rescinding changes.We have launched a consultation paper as part of the process to make the access to information system better.
11. misdirected
    Fisheries and OceansGarnett Genuis (Conservative) asked Joanne Thompson (Liberal). substantive question.Answer refuses to answer eligibility and dismisses the question as conspiracy theories.I am not going to comment on conspiracy theories, but I will say I am proud of the work we do in the department.
12. partly answered
    Democratic InstitutionsMichael Cooper (Conservative) asked Gary Anandasangaree (Liberal). substantive question.Answer provides a timeframe of upcoming weeks without a specific date.the commission will be up and running in the upcoming weeks.
13. deflected
    National DefenceJacques Gourde (Conservative) asked Sherry Romanado (Liberal). substantive question.Answer details naval investments but never addresses the lease or purchase of MV Asterix.It includes six Arctic and offshore patrol ships, 15 Canadian combat ships, two joint support ships and up to 12 submarines.
14. deflected
    International TradeShuvaloy Majumdar (Conservative) asked Anita Anand (Liberal). loaded question.Answer asserts compliance and pivots to new legislation without addressing the three-year failure to table reports.At the same time, we have introduced Bill C-35 , and we very much hope that the opposition will work with us.
15. partly answered
    Persons with DisabilitiesTamara Kronis (Conservative) asked Patty Hajdu (Liberal). substantive question.Answer acknowledges the goal of timely benefits but offers no explanation for missing the 120-day target.we work diligently to make sure that Canadians get the benefits to which they are entitled.
16. deflected
    Emergency ManagementCarol Anstey (Conservative) asked Julie Dabrusin (Liberal). substantive question.Answer states general wildfire measures but ignores the specific refusal to join the provincial program.We are taking measures in all of our national parks to make sure that we are protecting them from wildfires.
17. misdirected
    HousingAndréanne Larouche (Bloc) asked Caroline Desrochers (Liberal). substantive question.The answer attacks the Bloc Québécois for not supporting the government instead of addressing the call for increased funding.I do not know why the Bloc Québécois members are not supporting us.
18. partly answered
    HousingSébastien Lemire (Bloc) asked Caroline Desrochers (Liberal). substantive question.The answer restates existing programs like Reaching Home and Build Canada Homes but does not commit to new funding or acknowledge the need for more.That is why we are investing more than $1 billion under Build Canada Homes to build transitional housing.
19. deflected
    Public SafetyJacob Mantle (Conservative) asked Gary Anandasangaree (Liberal). substantive question.The answer avoids the specific offer to split the bill by stating a general procedural point without engaging the proposal.this is not how legislation works.
20. misdirected
    Public SafetyFrank Caputo (Conservative) asked Ruby Sahota (Liberal). substantive question.The answer shifts to attacking Conservatives on unrelated issues like child predator sentences rather than addressing the bill-splitting proposal.Just last week, they opposed harsher sentences for child predators.
21. partly answered
    HealthMike Lake (Conservative) asked Maggie Chi (Liberal). substantive question.The answer mentions general health research investments but does not address the specific FASD report or gaps identified.Through budget 2025, we have made investments in health research through CIHR, and we will continue to do that.
22. deflected
    Canada Revenue AgencyGérard Deltell (Conservative) asked François-Philippe Champagne (Liberal). substantive question.The answer thanks the asker and discusses a service plan but provides no number on hacked cases under investigation.My colleague knows full well that 100 days ago we implemented a plan to address certain challenges we have observed in the service provided by the Canada Revenue Agency.
23. deflected
    Agriculture and Agri-FoodJohn Barlow (Conservative) asked Heath MacDonald (Liberal). substantive question.The answer discusses geopolitics and monitoring but does not state the tariff revenue collected or its impact on farmers.we are caught in a geopolitical situation around the world.
24. misdirected
    The EnvironmentPierre Paul-Hus (Conservative) asked Joël Lightbound (Liberal). substantive question.The answer pivots to praising the asker on an unrelated tramway project instead of explaining the lack of investment in Lac Saint-Charles.I am pleased to see that he recently got on board with the $2.75-billion funding for the tramway project in Quebec City.
25. deflected
    FirearmsBob Zimmer (Conservative) asked Gary Anandasangaree (Liberal). loaded question.Answer shifts to general firearm declarations without addressing .22s or police funding.the misinformation, sadly, continues on firearms.
26. deflected
    InfrastructureGrant Jackson (Conservative) asked Steven MacKinnon (Liberal). substantive question.Answer avoids confirming the LNG requirement and pivots to general collaboration.we intend to continue working with the Premier of Manitoba, with whom we have an extremely productive relationship.
27. partly answered
    Canadian Identity and CultureMichael Chong (Conservative) asked Marc Miller (Liberal). substantive question.Answer acknowledges awareness but declines to address appropriateness or delay.I am aware of these allegations, but I think the member would join me in saying that it is not the place of the minister or any member of the House to dictate museum policy
28. misdirected
    Post-Secondary EducationDavid Bexte (Conservative) asked Patty Hajdu (Liberal). substantive question.Answer promotes a new school then attacks the member's voting record instead of explaining the exclusion.One way the member can help is to stop voting against Canada student loans and grants, which are 40% higher in the current government.
29. deflected
    Indigenous AffairsBilly Morin (Conservative) asked Mandy Gull-Masty (Liberal). substantive question.Answer lists existing spending without providing the requested year for 157,000 homes.I am really proud to be here and do the work, and I invite my colleague to work with us in advancing the things we are determining
30. deflected
    Veterans AffairsConnie Cody (Conservative) asked Jill McKnight (Liberal). loaded question.Answer thanks members and notes the voluntary nature without addressing broken promises or inaction.It is a voluntary advisory group, and I respect the decision of any member who chooses to move on to other opportunities.
31. deflected
    HousingScott Aitchison (Conservative) asked François-Philippe Champagne (Liberal). substantive question.Answer demands passage of a bill instead of stating a date for HST regulations.
32. deflected
    HealthJason Groleau (Conservative) asked Steven MacKinnon (Liberal). substantive question.Answer praises the company and redirects to formal channels without explaining lack of action.If Garaga has an issue it needs to raise with the government, then it should do so, and I can assure the hon. member that we will act very quickly.
33. deflected
    Immigration, Refugees and CitizenshipMichelle Rempel Garner (Conservative) asked Lena Metlege Diab (Liberal). substantive question.The answer avoids providing any numbers and instead reiterates eligibility requirements.Just because someone has a Canadian ancestor, this does not mean they are automatically eligible for citizenship.
34. partly answered
    The EnvironmentLuc Berthold (Conservative) asked Nathalie Provost (Liberal). substantive question.Provides some context on investments but no commitment to specific action on access points.Lakes and rivers are indeed a valuable resource for Canadians.
35. deflected
    Public Service of CanadaStephanie Kusie (Conservative) asked Joël Lightbound (Liberal). substantive question.The response promises action without addressing the specific count requested.I can assure her that my department, in collaboration with the Secretariat of the Treasury Board, is working around the clock to make sure that public servants have the space and the tools they need to do their important work for Canadians.
36. misdirected
    Government AccountabilityAndrew Lawton (Conservative) asked Steven MacKinnon (Liberal). rhetorical question.Both the question and answer devolve into partisan attacks rather than substantive inquiry.well, it is pretty obvious that the Leader of the Opposition has an issue on his backbench.
37. partly answered
    Grocery IndustryDon Davies (NDP) asked Evan Solomon (Liberal). loaded question.The answer claims the legislation addresses the issue despite the question's premise.we are very proud to have tabled legislation that would protect children, privacy and personal information and give us the opportunity to finally act against surveillance pricing and price gouging
38. deflected
    TaxationAlexandre Boulerice (Independent) asked François-Philippe Champagne (Liberal). loaded question.The response shifts focus to government investments instead of addressing tax policy for the wealthy.we on this side of the House know that every Canadian must pay their fair share of taxes.
39. deflected
    Presence in GalleryGarnett Genuis (Conservative) asked The Speaker (Liberal). substantive question.The Speaker begins ruling on a privilege question instead of addressing the request for unanimous consent.I am now prepared to rule on the question of privilege raised on June 2 by the member for Vancouver East concerning a statement made by the Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship during the meeting of the committee of the whole to consider the estimates on May 28.
40. answered
    Points of OrderJacob Mantle (Conservative) asked Mark Gerretsen (Liberal). substantive question.The response directly engages the procedural point about privileges and programming motions.I submit that the matter is a question of whether the House has the ability to regulate its proceedings that appear to restrict the privileges of the House.
41. misdirected
    Points of OrderAnna Roberts (Conservative) asked Mark Gerretsen (Liberal). substantive question.The answer addresses the point of order but shifts to attacking the member personally rather than limiting itself to procedure.The member has brought cake into the House of Commons, which is incredibly disrespectful of the rules of this House.