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The latest House transcript is from October 1st, when the word of the day was c-9. 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.

Statements by Members

Jim Bradley's contributions to St. Catharines

Rising crime and Liberal policies

Whitby job fair success

Imperial Oil layoffs and relocation

Centre de femmes La Moisson anniversary

Breast cancer awareness and screening

Canadian women's rugby team recognition

Criticism of Liberal economic policies

Anniversaries in Berthier—Maskinongé

National energy efficiency day

Criticism of Prime Minister's performance

Canadian women's rugby team congratulated

Congratulations to the Toronto Blue Jays

Truth and reconciliation event attended

Extortion and crime rate increase

Chemmani mass graves in Sri Lanka

Question Period

The Conservatives condemn the government's economic mismanagement, citing alarming deficits and collapsing investment. They highlight job losses, escalating food prices and the burden on seniors supporting families due to Liberal taxes and inflation. They also criticize the Public Safety Minister's failed gun confiscation program.

The Liberals highlight Canada's strongest credit rating and commitment to spend less to invest more, emphasizing tax cuts for 22 million Canadians and growing wages. They focus on nation-building projects, housing initiatives, and a defence industrial strategy. Other priorities include seniors' benefits, modernizing Canada Post, implementing a firearms compensation program, and respecting Indigenous rights in project development.

The Bloc criticizes the government's interference in the Canada Post negotiations, blaming its incompetence for a crisis that drastically reduces service. They highlight the lack of consultation and the negative impact on Quebeckers, accusing Liberals of adopting Conservative policies.

The NDP criticizes the government's push for Canada Post privatization and a bill violating Indigenous rights.

Petitions

Jail not bail for violent offenders

Repeal Bill C-21, cancel gun confiscation

Reject recommendation 430 of FINA

Sustainable finance, Prime Minister's inaction

Crime, chaos and disorder in Saskatoon

Charitable status of pro-life organizations

Refundable tax credit for veterinary care

Indigenous language funding

Family reunification applications from Gaza

Bring Zain Haq home to Canada

Charitable status from houses of worship

Euthanasia laws and disabilities

Canada Post Members request an emergency debate on the government's proposed cuts to Canada Post services, including ending daily home mail delivery and closing rural post offices. They highlight the ongoing national strike and its impact on Canadians. 700 words.

Members' Access to Federal Penitentiary—Speaker's Ruling Members debate a question of privilege concerning an MP's alleged obstruction during a federal penitentiary visit. The Speaker rules that the right to visit isn't parliamentary privilege and the incident doesn't constitute a breach. 1300 words.

Combatting Hate Act Second reading of Bill C-9. The bill aims to combat hate and protect access to religious or cultural places. Liberals say it strengthens laws against hate-motivated intimidation, obstruction, and the display of hate symbols, creating a new hate crime offence. Conservatives argue it is "duplicative," lowers the definition of hate, removes safeguards, and fails to address rising crime or anti-Christian bigotry. Bloc members voice concerns about protest rights and a religious exemption, while NDP members cite "vague language" and the bill's failure to address white nationalism. 21300 words, 3 hours.

Adjournment Debates

Youth unemployment crisis Garnett Genuis criticizes the government's policies for high youth unemployment rates and prolonged job searches. Annie Koutrakis defends the government's investments in skills training, apprenticeships, and programs for young people, emphasizing the need for skilled trades and a growing economy.

Assault weapons ban Andrew Lawton criticizes the Liberal "buyback" program as ineffective and targeting law-abiding gun owners. Jacques Ramsay defends the ban as necessary to public safety, citing mass shootings and expert opinions. Lawton questions the prohibition of specific firearms like the Plinkster, while Ramsay emphasizes the government's commitment to removing assault weapons.

Budget Delays and Inflation Greg McLean criticizes the government for being seven months late in presenting the budget, citing incompetence and disregard for taxpayers' money. McLean warns that deficits financed by printing money will cause inflation. Jacques Ramsay says the budget will be tabled on November 4, and will focus on fiscal discipline and economic growth.

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Recently debated bills

C-9 Combatting Hate

C-8 Respecting cyber security, amending the Telecommunications Act and making consequential amendments to other Acts

C-3 Amend the Citizenship Act (2025)

C-2 Strong Borders

C-5 One Canadian Economy

C-6 Appropriation Act No. 1, 2025-26

Recent votes

#39 Failed Opposition Motion (Food taxation)

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

#37 Failed Opposition Motion (Oil and gas emissions cap)

#36 Passed C-3 2nd reading of Bill C-3, An Act to amend the Citizenship Act (2025)

#35 Failed Opposition Motion (Violent crime and repeat offenders)

#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)