House of Commons Hansard #264 of the 44th Parliament, 1st session. (The original version is on Parliament's site.) The word of the day was conservative.

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Bringing Home Justice for Victims of Serious Crimes Act First reading of Bill C-370. The bill allows judges to compel individuals to unlock electronic devices for specific serious crimes like child exploitation and human trafficking, where a warrant exists, to aid law enforcement in accessing evidence. 300 words.

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Opposition Motion—Carbon Tax on Farmers, First Nations and Families Members debate a Conservative motion to repeal the carbon tax on farmers, First Nations, and families, citing rising cost of living and food bank use. Liberals argue carbon pricing is an effective tool for emissions reduction and that rebates benefit most Canadians. Bloc MPs note the federal tax does not apply in Quebec. NDP and Green MPs raise concerns about climate action ambition, affordability, and corporate profits. 45500 words, 6 hours in 2 segments: 1 2.

Statements by Members

Question Period

The Conservatives blame the carbon tax for a cost of living crisis, leading to skyrocketing grocery prices, a projected $700 increase next year, and record food bank usage. They demand the government axe the tax for farmers, families, and First Nations and criticize the Senate for gutting Bill C-234.
The Liberals defend their carbon price and climate action, highlighting affordability. They cite reduced child poverty, job creation, and social programs like $10-a-day child care and national school food policy. They stress support for Ukraine, bail reform, and grocery competition, criticizing Conservative obstruction.
The Bloc demands the government reimburse Quebec for costs related to asylum seekers, expresses concern over border security staffing, criticizes the delayed emissions cap as a "licence to pollute", and condemns layoffs at CBC/Radio-Canada.
The NDP raise concerns about skyrocketing grocery prices and food bank use, criticizing corporate profits and the emissions cap. They call for action on the Attawapiskat housing crisis and funding for 2SLGBTQI+ organizations, and criticize Conservatives regarding Indigenous issues.
The Green Party criticizes the government's weak oil and gas emissions cap, stating it allows production to rise.

Supplementary Estimates (B), 2023-24 Members engage in a lengthy voting session, raising points of order about decorum and photography rules, while Conservatives repeatedly seek unanimous consent to "axe the tax" to conclude proceedings. 1100 words, 25 minutes in 10 segments: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10.

Supplementary Estimates (B), 2023-24 First reading of Bill C-60. The bill provides funds for federal public administration for fiscal year 2024 and is debated and passed through multiple votes in the House of Commons. 900 words, 3 hours.

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Concurrence in Vote 1b—Office of the Commissioner of LobbyingSupplementary Estimates (B), 2023-24Government Orders

December 8th, 1:50 p.m.

The Assistant Deputy Speaker Carol Hughes

The next vote is on Motion No. 92.

If a member participating in person wishes that the motion be carried or carried on division, or if a member of a recognized party participating in person wishes to request a recorded division, I would invite them to rise and indicate it to the Chair.

Concurrence in Vote 1b—Office of the Commissioner of LobbyingSupplementary Estimates (B), 2023-24Government Orders

December 8th, 1:50 p.m.

NDP

Blake Desjarlais NDP Edmonton Griesbach, AB

Madam Speaker, on an issue as important as protecting our democracy, I request a recorded vote.

(The House divided on Motion No. 92, which was agreed to on the following division:)

Vote #573

Supplementary Estimates (B), 2023-24Government Orders

December 8th, 2:05 p.m.

The Assistant Deputy Speaker Carol Hughes

I declare the motion carried.

Concurrence in Vote 1b—Office of the Correctional Investigator of CanadaSupplementary Estimates (B), 2023-24Government Orders

December 8th, 2:05 p.m.

Liberal

Chrystia Freeland Liberal University—Rosedale, ON

moved:

That Vote 1b, in the amount of $906,724, under Office of the Correctional Investigator of Canada — Program expenditures, in the Supplementary Estimates (B) for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2024, be concurred in.

Concurrence in Vote 1b—Office of the Correctional Investigator of CanadaSupplementary Estimates (B), 2023-24Government Orders

December 8th, 2:05 p.m.

The Assistant Deputy Speaker Carol Hughes

The question is on Motion No. 93.

If a member participating in person wishes that the motion be carried or carried on division, or if a member of a recognized party participating in person wishes to request a recorded division, I would invite them to rise and indicate it to the Chair.

Concurrence in Vote 1b—Office of the Correctional Investigator of CanadaSupplementary Estimates (B), 2023-24Government Orders

December 8th, 2:05 p.m.

Liberal

Adam van Koeverden Liberal Milton, ON

Madam Speaker, since axing the tax would recklessly cost the average family of four in Ontario $300 a year, I would request a recorded division.

(The House divided on Motion No. 93, which was agreed to on the following division:)

Vote #574

Supplementary Estimates (B), 2023-24Government Orders

December 8th, 2:15 p.m.

The Assistant Deputy Speaker Carol Hughes

I declare the motion carried.

Concurrence in Vote 5b—Offices of the Information and Privacy Commissioners of CanadaSupplementary Estimates (B), 2023-24Government Orders

December 8th, 2:20 p.m.

Oakville Ontario

Liberal

Anita Anand LiberalPresident of the Treasury Board

moved:

That Vote 5b, in the amount of $2,201,973, under Offices of the Information and Privacy Commissioners of Canada — Program expenditures and contributions, in the Supplementary Estimates (B) for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2024, be concurred in.

Concurrence in Vote 5b—Offices of the Information and Privacy Commissioners of CanadaSupplementary Estimates (B), 2023-24Government Orders

December 8th, 2:20 p.m.

The Assistant Deputy Speaker Carol Hughes

The next question is on Motion No. 94.

If a member participating in person wishes that the motion be carried or carried on division, or if a member of a recognized party participating in person wishes to request a recorded division, I would invite them to rise and indicate it to the Chair.

Concurrence in Vote 5b—Offices of the Information and Privacy Commissioners of CanadaSupplementary Estimates (B), 2023-24Government Orders

December 8th, 2:20 p.m.

Liberal

Parm Bains Liberal Steveston—Richmond East, BC

Madam Speaker, the people of Steveston—Richmond East and Canadians from coast to coast want leaders who collaborate and work together to get things done. British Columbians want to know who will stand with them. We request a recorded vote.

(The House divided on Motion No. 94, which was agreed to on the following division:)

Vote #575

Supplementary Estimates (B), 2023-24Government Orders

December 8th, 2:30 p.m.

The Assistant Deputy Speaker Carol Hughes

I declare the motion carried.

Concurrence in Vote 1b—Pacific Economic Development Agency of CanadaSupplementary Estimates (B), 2023-24Government Orders

December 8th, 2:30 p.m.

Oakville Ontario

Liberal

Anita Anand LiberalPresident of the Treasury Board

moved:

That Vote 1b, in the amount of $678,840, under Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada — Operating expenditures, in the Supplementary Estimates (B) for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2024, be concurred in.

Concurrence in Vote 1b—Pacific Economic Development Agency of CanadaSupplementary Estimates (B), 2023-24Government Orders

December 8th, 2:30 p.m.

The Assistant Deputy Speaker Carol Hughes

The next question is on Motion No. 95.

If a member participating in person wishes that the motion be carried or carried on division, or if a member of a recognized party participating in person wishes to request a recorded division, I would invite them to rise and indicate it to the Chair.

Concurrence in Vote 1b—Pacific Economic Development Agency of CanadaSupplementary Estimates (B), 2023-24Government Orders

December 8th, 2023 / 2:30 p.m.

Liberal

Taleeb Noormohamed Liberal Vancouver Granville, BC

Madam Speaker, the constituents of Vancouver Granville, and all British Columbians, believe in the importance of supporting small business and supporting organizations in our communities, and they deserve to know which members of the House stand with them or against them. That is why I am requesting a recorded vote.

(The House divided on Motion No. 95, which was agreed to on the following division:)

Vote #576

Supplementary Estimates (B), 2023-24Government Orders

December 8th, 2:40 p.m.

The Assistant Deputy Speaker Carol Hughes

I declare the motion carried.

Concurrence in Vote 5b—Pacific Economic Development Agency of CanadaSupplementary Estimates (B), 2023-24Government Orders

December 8th, 2:45 p.m.

Oakville Ontario

Liberal

Anita Anand LiberalPresident of the Treasury Board

moved:

That Vote 5b, in the amount of $13,815,985, under Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada — Grants and contributions, in the Supplementary Estimates (B) for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2024, be concurred in.

Concurrence in Vote 5b—Pacific Economic Development Agency of CanadaSupplementary Estimates (B), 2023-24Government Orders

December 8th, 2:45 p.m.

The Assistant Deputy Speaker Carol Hughes

The next question is on Motion No. 96.

If a member participating in person wishes that the motion be carried or carried on division, or if a member of a recognized party participating in person wishes to request a recorded division, I would invite them to rise and indicate it to the Chair.

Concurrence in Vote 5b—Pacific Economic Development Agency of CanadaSupplementary Estimates (B), 2023-24Government Orders

December 8th, 2:45 p.m.

Conservative

Scot Davidson Conservative York—Simcoe, ON

Madam Speaker, just like in the movie Field of Dreams, “Go the distance.”

We know that Liberals are just like atoms; they make up everything, so we are going to call for a recorded division. Let us go.

(The House divided on Motion No. 96, which was agreed to on the following division:)

Vote #577

Supplementary Estimates (B), 2023-24Government Orders

December 8th, 2:55 p.m.

The Assistant Deputy Speaker Carol Hughes

I declare the motion carried.

Concurrence in Vote 1b—Parks Canada AgencySupplementary Estimates (B), 2023-24Government Orders

December 8th, 2:55 p.m.

Oakville Ontario

Liberal

Anita Anand LiberalPresident of the Treasury Board

moved:

That Vote 1b, in the amount of $13,649,460, under Parks Canada Agency — Operating expenditures, grants and contributions, in the Supplementary Estimates (B) for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2024, be concurred in.