Finding out what your representatives in Ottawa are up to can be tough. We’re trying to make it easy.
Find your MP by entering your postal code above. See what your representatives are saying, and what laws they’re proposing. Poke around.
What they’re talking about
The latest House transcript is from Tuesday, November 3rd, when the word of the day was debt. The House is sitting today; transcripts are usually available the next morning. These are the topics that were discussed.
This summary is computer-generated.
Usually it’s accurate, but every now and then it’ll contain inaccuracies or total fabrications.
Bill C-41—Proposal to Apply Standing Order 69.1—Speaker's Ruling
The Speaker rules that Bill C-41’s provisions on medical assistance in dying share a common element, so the bill will receive one second-reading vote rather than separate votes under Standing Order 69.1.
500 words.
Alleged Mis-characterization of Members' Remarks —Speaker's Ruling
The Speaker rules that allegations about remarks made in debate are a point of order, not privilege, and finds the Halifax member’s criticism of an opposition position did not breach House rules.
500 words.
Budget 2025 Implementation Act, No. 2
Report stage of Bill C-31.
The bill implements measures from the 2025 budget, including expanded benefits and automatic tax filing for eligible low-income Canadians, business investment incentives, and changes to defence procurement, air passenger complaints, housing finance and pesticide reviews. Government members say it supports affordability and economic resilience; opposition members raise concerns about delayed passage, fiscal management, expanded ministerial powers and insufficient transparency and oversight.
50000 words, 5 hours in 2 segments: 12.
The Conservatives press the government to secure a U.S. trade deal and protect jobs and industries facing tariffs. They highlight food insecurity and call for affordability measures, while questioning fiscal discipline, rising debt-service costs and conflicts of interest in public funding. They also raise concerns about European Union ties, military readiness and ammunition shortages, and support for downstream aluminum producers.
The Liberals defend their approach to U.S. tariffs, pledging to protect workers and industries while refusing a bad trade deal. They promote major projects and job creation, affordability measures, and investment to grow the economy. They also emphasize military readiness, clean energy, and stronger trade and investment ties with the EU.
The Bloc urges the government to address Quebec’s priorities, including cost-of-living relief, forestry and tariff-related job losses, housing and homelessness. It also opposes bypassing environmental assessments and criticizes policies it says undermine Quebec’s interests and climate commitments.
The Greens oppose the Pacific link pipeline, raising concerns about First Nations’ treaty rights, incomplete project planning and risks to the Salish Sea. They also call for respectful conduct in the House.
Respecting Families of Murdered and Brutalized Persons Act
Report stage of Bill C-235.
The bill allows judges to extend parole ineligibility from 25 to 40 years in narrowly defined cases involving the kidnapping, sexual assault and murder of the same victim, with reasons and appeal rights. Supporters say it can reduce repeated trauma for victims’ families; the Bloc raises constitutional concerns based on Supreme Court precedent. The House passes the bill at third reading.
5600 words, 45 minutes.
AI safety and accountability Elizabeth May says the Tumbler Ridge tragedy shows AI companies cannot be trusted to protect children and calls for strong penalties, including liability for company directors. Taleeb Noormohamed cites proposed privacy and social-media laws, safety investments and oversight, saying a regulator could impose penalties of up to 3% of global companies’ revenue.
Vaccine injury compensation Lianne Rood says Canada’s vaccine injury support program is burdened by high administrative costs, rejected claims and long delays, leaving injured Canadians without adequate compensation. Maggie Chi says the government has moved administration to the Public Health Agency of Canada, improved processes and is working through the backlog, while Rood argues the changes have not delivered results.
Bank of Canada strike Heather McPherson says PSAC security officers have been on strike for 134 days, accusing the Bank of Canada of violating labour law by using replacement workers and refusing to bargain over scheduling rights. Maggie Chi says Bill C-39 preserves the right to strike and supports negotiations; McPherson argues it weakens workers’ rights, while Chi defends the government’s record.
Was this summary helpful and accurate?
Recently debated bills
C-235 Respecting Families of Murdered and Brutalized Persons
