Debates of June 21st, 2023

House of Commons Hansard #218 of the 44th Parliament, 1st session. (The original version is on Parliament's site.) The word of the day was housing.

Topics

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Statements by Members

Sault Ste. Marie hockey players

Graduates: Never stop learning

National Indigenous Peoples Day

Hate speech against LGBTQ community

Churches in Canada

Ribbon Skirt Day

ALS research and drug approval

Richmond student graduation

National Indigenous Peoples Day

National Indigenous Peoples Day events

Liberals failing Canadians

Carbon tax increases cost of living

Quebec's National Holiday

Federal action on reconciliation needed

Quebec's National Holiday

Liberal wasteful spending and scandals

Orléans grade 12 graduation

Tribute to Nora Daigle

Moment of silence

Question Period

The Conservatives largely focused on the housing crisis, blaming the government's "anti-construction inflationary policies" for doubled costs and a lack of supply. They criticized rising mortgage rates and costly deficits, advocating to axe the carbon tax and reduce government waste, including funds to a Beijing-controlled bank. Concerns over public safety and the Prime Minister's conduct were also raised.

The Liberals focus on addressing the housing crisis through investments and collaboration with municipalities, while defending their fiscal record and strong economic recovery. They emphasize their commitment to fighting climate change with a price on pollution and green energy investments, and advancing Indigenous reconciliation and housing. The party also discussed countering foreign interference and supporting Canadians through social programs like $10-a-day childcare, and responding to wildfires.

The Bloc called for urgent programs to help businesses affected by forest fires and urged the government to reject new oil and gas projects to combat climate change. They also pressed for an independent public inquiry into foreign interference and raised concerns about Ukrainian children.

The NDP pressed the government for action on Indigenous intergenerational trauma, MMIWG calls for justice including a red dress alert, and the Indigenous housing crisis. They also highlighted the unfulfilled promise of a Grassy Narrows care home and attempted to address 2SLGBTQI+ hate.

Order and Decorum in the House—Speaker's Ruling The Speaker rules on a point of order regarding a Member being barred from debate for unparliamentary language and a qualified apology, upholding the Chair's authority to enforce decorum and sanctions. 900 words.

Constitution Act, 1867 First reading of Bill C-347. The bill amends the Constitution Act, 1867, to offer Senators and Members of Parliament an option to take an oath of office or the oath of allegiance, or both, before taking their seats. 300 words.

Somali Heritage Month Act First reading of Bill C-348. The bill establishes July as Somali Heritage Month to recognize and celebrate the significant contributions of Canadians of Somali descent to Canada's economic, political, social, and cultural life. 200 words.

National Strategy for the Eradication of Rabies Act First reading of Bill C-349. The bill establishes National Rabies Awareness Day and provides for a national strategy to combat rabies in Canada, addressing risks to animals and humans, particularly in northern communities. 200 words.

Combatting Torture and Terrorism Act First reading of Bill C-350. The bill lists the IRGC as a terrorist entity, allows victims of state-sponsored torture and extrajudicial killing to seek damages, and requires the government to respond to committee requests for listing new terrorist entities or states. 300 words.

Petitions

Myanmar crisis humanitarian aid and sanctions

Reinstate Via Rail Train 82

Support for Burmese People

Prohibit expanded polystyrene in marine environments

Reduce Emissions and Increase Taxes

Designate Russia as state sponsor terrorism

Flight path changes environmental assessment

Free parking for disabled community

Cancel the second carbon tax

Support midwifery services in Rankin Inlet

Myanmar crisis Rohingya humanitarian aid

Restore human rights and democracy Bangladesh

Treaty on the Prohibition Nuclear Weapons

Implement recommendations loss of a child

Reject the Liberals' gun grab

Axe the carbon tax

Made-in-Canada green new deal

Horrific situation in Burma

Pakistani military intimidate family members

Magnitsky sanctions on Pakistani military

Opposition Motion—Balanced Budget Members debate a Conservative motion urging the government to table a plan for balanced budgets, citing concerns over rising inflation, increased mortgage payments, and high household debt due to Liberal spending. Conservatives advocate for eliminating deficits and reducing red tape. Liberals defend their investments in Canadians, citing strong economic recovery and job growth, while attributing inflation to global factors. The Bloc supports a plan for fiscal prudence but criticizes Liberal spending and Conservative austerity. NDP opposes, emphasizing corporate greed and advocating for social programs and higher corporate taxes. 45000 words, 5 hours.

Main Estimates, 2023-24 First reading of Bill C-54. The bill grants sums of money to His Majesty for the federal public administration for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2024. It is confirmed to be in its usual form and passes through all parliamentary stages. 500 words, 10 minutes.

Supplementary Estimates (A), 2023-24 First reading of Bill C-55. The bill grants sums of money for the federal public administration for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2024. The House debates and passes the bill through all stages, including committee of the whole. 500 words, 10 minutes.

Adjournment Debates

Trudeau Foundation meeting Garnett Genuis raises questions about a meeting involving the Trudeau Foundation that took place in the PMO. Mark Gerretsen denies any conspiracy, stating no political officials were present. Genuis insists the meeting's location is significant. Gerretsen argues that holding a meeting in the PMO doesn't imply the Prime Minister's involvement.

RCMP Training Depot in Regina Michael Kram voices opposition to closing the RCMP training depot in Regina, citing its value. Mark Gerretsen responds that the government is reviewing the Mass Casualty Commission report's recommendation to modernize RCMP training, and is committed to improving safety by evolving training approaches.

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