Canada-Taiwan Relations Framework Act
First reading of
Bill C-343.
The bill establishes a framework to strengthen Canada-Taiwan relations, supporting Taiwan's international participation, permitting its Ottawa office to be called the Taiwan representative office, and enhancing economic, legal, and cultural ties.
100 words.
Wrecked, Abandoned or Hazardous Vessels Act
First reading of
Bill C-344.
The bill amends the Wrecked, Abandoned or Hazardous Vessels Act to create a national strategy for abandoned vessels. It aims to identify owners, develop mooring plans, and promote recycling to protect marine ecosystems and coasts.
200 words.
Justice and Human Rights
Members debate a report on improving support for victims of crime, with Conservatives calling for the Public Safety Minister's resignation over the transfer of a notorious serial killer and the government's "soft-on-crime" policies. Liberals accuse Conservatives of filibustering government legislation and politicizing the issue, while highlighting government actions for victims. The Bloc and NDP support the report's recommendations on victims' rights and services but express frustration with procedural tactics delaying parliamentary work.
24400 words, 3 hours.
Instruction to the Standing Committee on Industry and Technology
Members debate a Conservative motion to divide Bill C-27, which addresses consumer privacy, a data protection tribunal, and artificial intelligence, into three separate bills. Conservatives argue the bill's three parts require individual study and votes, citing flaws in the AI section and the privacy framework. Liberals oppose the motion, calling it a filibuster tactic that delays crucial modernization of data and AI legislation.
6700 words, 40 minutes.
Statements by Members
Question Period
Alleged Breach of Member's Right to Information
Conservative MP Michelle Rempel raises a question of privilege, alleging the government deliberately withheld information in response to her written question (No. 974). She presents ATIP evidence showing government staff developed a strategy to deny a direct answer using "high-level limitation language," which she argues is a breach of her parliamentary privilege and undermines accountability.
1500 words, 10 minutes.
Motion That Debate Be Not Further Adjourned
Members debate a Liberal motion applying time allocation to a proposal making hybrid Parliament permanent. Opposition parties, including Conservatives and the Bloc, criticize the move as limiting debate on a substantive change and lacking consensus. Liberals argue it is necessary due to opposition obstruction and highlight the hybrid system's flexibility and proven benefits, noting its existing use by all parties.
5000 words, 30 minutes.
Health of Animals Act
Second reading of
Bill C-275.
The bill aims to amend the Health of Animals Act to make it an offence to enter farms without lawful authority if it could expose animals to disease or toxic substances. Members across parties express support for the bill to protect on-farm biosecurity and address the mental health of farmers, while ensuring it does not stifle protest or whistle-blowing.
8000 words, 1 hour.
Government Business No. 26—Amendments to the Standing Orders
Members debate a motion to permanently adopt hybrid Parliament rules, allowing remote participation and voting. Conservatives and Bloc Québécois argue it weakens accountability, reduces efficiency, and sets a dangerous precedent by changing rules without consensus. Liberals and NDP counter that hybrid sittings promote inclusivity, accessibility for MPs with health or family challenges, and modernize democratic processes.
13100 words, 3 hours.
Canada Early Learning and Child Care Act
Third reading of
Bill C-35.
The bill aims to establish a national early learning and child care system, targeting $10-a-day care by 2026. Conservatives express skepticism, citing Quebec's two-decade struggle with accessibility and staffing shortages. They argue the federal government should not impose standards, instead allowing provinces to develop the best system and support diverse options, including credits for stay-at-home parents or private childcare.
2500 words, 20 minutes.
Judges Act
Members debate Bill C-9, An Act to amend the Judges Act, which reforms the judicial conduct process. The Minister of Justice seeks to accept two Senate amendments, including adding "sexual misconduct" to non-dismissible complaints, but rejects others he argues would reintroduce costs and delays or redefine layperson roles. Conservatives propose accepting all Senate amendments, particularly one granting appeal rights to the Federal Court of Appeal, while the Bloc and NDP support the government's approach, urging expeditious passage of the long-awaited bill.
18900 words, 2 hours.
