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The latest House transcript is from October 31st, when the word of the day was citizenship. 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.

Citizenship Act Report stage of Bill C-3. The bill, C-3, amends the Citizenship Act regarding citizenship by descent, lost citizenship, and children born abroad, responding to a court ruling. Conservatives and Bloc Québécois propose amendments to include residency, language, and security requirements, arguing the original bill dilutes Canadian citizenship's value and ignores committee work. Liberals question the need for these amendments, emphasizing equal rights for all MPs. 7200 words, 1 hour in 2 segments: 1 2.

Statements by Members

Misinformation, disinformation, and Canadian democracy

Humorous conservative critique of Liberal budget

Caroline Gauthier, Maison des jeunes

Yarmouth Business Awards and D'Eon Oyster

Elsie MacGill, Canadian engineering pioneer

Windsor families worried about federal budget

Sachin Latti's cross-Canada run

Liberal government and youth sacrifices

Maison des jeunes de Boucherville anniversary

Tribute to Max Short, Newfoundland fishery

Brookfield, PM, and offshore tax havens

Canada-Philippines trade agreement opportunities

Food bank use and Liberal spending

Women's History Month and the Famous Five

Toronto Blue Jays World Series

Jean Melançon, Longueuil fire department

Question Period

The Conservatives criticize the government for making young Canadians sacrifice while Liberal insiders receive large bonuses. They highlight record food bank visits and the inability of families to afford groceries due to inflationary deficits, demanding an affordable budget and questioning the Prime Minister's financial dealings. They also condemn the failure to secure favorable trade deals.

The Liberals focus on their upcoming budget on November 4, urging opposition parties to vote for it to avoid a Christmas election. They highlight investments in youth and families, including a national school food program, housing affordability, and dental care. They also emphasize building a stronger economy and diversifying trade.

The Bloc criticizes the Liberals for threatening a Christmas election over the budget, refusing to negotiate on Quebec's demands. They also highlight the struggling forestry industry and the government's insufficient action on the Driver Inc. scam, demanding serious efforts.

The NDP highlights the government's neglect of the Indigenous women’s safety crisis, demanding prioritization over corporate profit in the budget.

The Greens advocate for updating the Canada Pension Plan Investment Board Act to ensure investments put Canada first.

Criminal Code First reading of Bill C-254. The bill amends the Criminal Code regarding the promotion of hatred against Indigenous peoples, specifically to end residential school denialism. It aims to protect survivors' safety, honour their truths, and prevent the erasure of this history. 200 words.

Petitions

Protecting Canada's waterways and watersheds

BC chinook salmon harvest closures

Release Imran Khan, Pakistan elections

Kejimkujik National Park firewood policy

Corrections and Conditional Release Act Second reading of Bill C-243. The bill amends the Corrections and Conditional Release Act (parole review) to limit parole applications for murderers. It aims to reduce the trauma for victims' families by allowing applications only every five years after an initial denial. Concerns exist that the bill may violate the Charter of Rights and Freedoms, particularly regarding an offender's right to liberty and protection against cruel and unusual punishment, and could impact the rehabilitation of offenders. 7000 words, 1 hour.

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Recently debated bills

C-243 Amend the Corrections and Conditional Release Act (parole review)

C-3 Amend the Citizenship Act (2025)

C-239 Amend the Canada Health Act (accountability)

C-14 Bail and Sentencing Reform

C-227 National Strategy on Housing for Young Canadians

C-241 National Strategy on Flood and Drought Forecasting

Recent votes

#43 Passed Third report of the Standing Committee on Access to Information, Privacy and Ethics (main motion as amended)

#42 Passed Third report of the Standing Committee on Access to Information, Privacy and Ethics (amendment)

#41 Failed Opposition Motion (Cost of deficits)

#40 Failed Opposition Motion (Passage of Bill C-242)

#39 Failed Opposition Motion (Food taxation)

#38 Failed Opposition Motion (Constitutional powers of Quebec and the provinces)