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The latest House transcript is from June 20th, when the word of the day was c-5. These are the topics that were discussed.

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The Application of Standing Order 69.1 to Bill C-5 Jenny Kwan argues Bill C-5, which addresses domestic trade barriers and infrastructure project acceleration, contains unrelated matters and asks the Speaker to divide it for separate votes under Standing Order 69.1(1). 800 words.

One Canadian Economy Act Report stage of Bill C-5. The bill, An Act to enact the Free Trade and Labour Mobility in Canada Act and the Building Canada Act, aims to reduce interprovincial trade barriers and expedite major projects deemed in the national interest. Members debated amendments to Clause 4 concerning project approval, oversight, and exemptions from other laws. While parties largely support reducing trade barriers, concerns were raised about the bill's impact on indigenous rights, environmental protection, provincial jurisdiction, and the process used, with some criticizing the government's approach and lack of transparency. 34500 words, 6 hours in 3 segments: 1 2 3.

Voting Pattern for Report Stage of Bill C-5 Members raise a point of order regarding the grouping of amendments for voting on Bill C-5, arguing that motions concerning different subjects should be voted on separately. 600 words.

Statements by Members

Question Period

The Conservatives accuse the government of broken promises on spending and tax cuts, criticizing the lack of a budget. They raise concerns about the Prime Minister's ethics and handling of the housing crisis, crime and bail reform, and the fentanyl crisis.
The Liberals highlight tax cuts for 22 million Canadians and taking the GST off homes for first-time buyers. They emphasize building the economy, creating jobs, and passing a bill to address the tariff war and speed up national projects. They also mention efforts to combat the fentanyl crisis, reform bail laws, and invest in defence.
The Bloc heavily criticizes Bill C-5 for seeking to impose projects on Quebec, bypass environmental laws, and govern by order in council, calling it authoritarian and linked to the Conservatives. They also mention taking $814 million from Quebec.
The NDP criticize Bill C-5's authoritarian approach using Trump tactics, and oppose Trump-style border control and treatment of refugees.

Criminal Code First reading of Bill C-218. The bill amends the Criminal Code on medical assistance in dying, raising concerns about MAID becoming available solely for mental health challenges starting in March 2027. 400 words.

Voting Pattern for Report Stage of Bill C-5—Speaker's Ruling Speaker rules on points of order regarding Bill C-5, upholding the non-selection of report stage amendments not submitted in committee by a deadline, but granting separate votes on two other motions. 500 words.

The Application of Standing Order 69.1 to Bill C‑5—Speaker's Ruling Speaker rules on Bill C-5 point of order, agreeing with the member for Vancouver East to divide the vote at third reading because the bill's two parts lack a common element, despite the request being made late. 900 words.

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Recently debated bills

C-5 One Canadian Economy
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C-2 Strong Borders
C-6 Appropriation Act No. 1, 2025-26
C-7 Appropriation Act No. 2, 2025-26
C-4 Making Life More Affordable for Canadians

Recent votes

#34 Passed C-5 3rd reading and adoption of Bill C-5, An Act to enact the Free Trade and Labour Mobility in Canada Act and the Building Canada Act (Part 2)
#33 Passed C-5 3rd reading and adoption of Bill C-5, An Act to enact the Free Trade and Labour Mobility in Canada Act and the Building Canada Act (Part 1)
#32 Passed C-5 Concurrence at report stage of Bill C-5, An Act to enact the Free Trade and Labour Mobility in Canada Act and the Building Canada Act
#31 Failed C-5 Bill C-5, An Act to enact the Free Trade and Labour Mobility in Canada Act and the Building Canada Act (report stage amendment) (Motion 19)
#30 Passed C-5 Bill C-5, An Act to enact the Free Trade and Labour Mobility in Canada Act and the Building Canada Act (report stage amendment) (Motion 18)
#29 Failed C-5 Bill C-5, An Act to enact the Free Trade and Labour Mobility in Canada Act and the Building Canada Act (report stage amendment) (Motion 15)