House of Commons Hansard #373 of the 44th Parliament, 1st session. (The original version is on Parliament's site.) The word of the day was going.
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Public Safety and National Security Members debate a 2022 report on gun and gang violence amid rising crime. Conservatives argue Liberal "soft-on-crime" laws like Bill C-75 increase violence, while gun control targets legal owners, proposing the study be reopened. Liberals defend their measures and accuse Conservatives of using the debate to avoid discussing foreign interference at committee. Other parties highlight lack of government action on report recommendations and links between crime and social issues. 23800 words, 3 hours in 3 segments: 1 2 3.
Decorum Members debate a point of order regarding a Conservative MP's statement accusing a member of responsibility for deaths, disputing the exact words used and the Speaker's decision to review the tape before ruling on withdrawal. 800 words, 10 minutes.
Reference to Standing Committee on Procedure and House Affairs Members debate the government's refusal to provide unredacted documents regarding the Sustainable Development Technology Canada fund, which Conservatives call a "green slush fund". Conservatives allege mismanagement and corruption involving taxpayer money given to insiders, causing parliamentary delay. Liberals argue this is a Conservative filibuster and question the Leader of the Opposition's security clearance. NDP and Bloc support releasing documents but criticize the parliamentary paralysis, with some suggesting to refer the issue to committee. Debate touches on the cost of living and crime. 27800 words, 3 hours in 2 segments: 1 2.
Business of the House Members debate parliamentary gridlock. Conservatives state government refuses House order for documents on a "green slush fund." Liberals state Conservatives obstruct committee referral, stalling government bills and a new tax break. 600 words.
Sitting Resumed The Speaker and a Bloc MP discuss the procedural conflict between priority given to ongoing privilege motions and the requirement to hold opposition days and approve estimates by December 10, urging parties to find a resolution. 1100 words.
Oral QuestionsPoints of OrderOral Questions
The Speaker Greg Fergus
I see that the hon. Leader of the Government in the House of Commons is rising on her feet on the same point of order.
Karina Gould LiberalLeader of the Government in the House of Commons
Mr. Speaker, I actually welcome those comments from the member opposite. As I said in the second response, I agree with the Conservatives that members of Parliament's homes should not be protested. I said that all Canadians' homes should not be protested. I am glad that we have found agreement in this place because I think we can all agree that no one should have to—
Oral QuestionsPoints of OrderOral Questions
The Speaker Greg Fergus
Order.
I hate to interrupt the hon. member, but I am going to ask the hon. member for Grande Prairie—Mackenzie to please not take the floor.
A member raised a point of order. Another member was responding. It is important that we hear what the hon. member says. I do not know if the government House leader has anything to finish from before I cut her off.
If the hon. government House leader has nothing else to add, I thank members on this point, and I will review this matter.
The hon. member for Oakville North—Burlington is rising on a point of order.
Pam Damoff Liberal Oakville North—Burlington, ON
Mr. Speaker, during question period, the member for St. Albert—Edmonton called you a political hack. The disrespect that they—
Oral QuestionsPoints of OrderOral Questions
The Speaker Greg Fergus
Order.
As I just asked members to do before, please listen carefully to points of order and to the responses.
The hon. member for Oakville North—Burlington.
Pam Damoff Liberal Oakville North—Burlington, ON
Mr. Speaker, I obviously hit a nerve. The disrespect that the party opposite has shown to Parliament and to the office of the Speaker is unparliamentary. It is disturbing, and it gets worse by the day.
Mr. Speaker, I would ask if you could ask him to apologize and withdraw the unparliamentary comment he made in the House.
Oral QuestionsPoints of OrderOral Questions
The Speaker Greg Fergus
I thank the hon. member for raising this point; as with the other point, I will take this under advisement.
The House resumed consideration of the motion, of the amendment and of the amendment to the amendment.
Public Safety and National SecurityCommittees of the HouseRoutine Proceedings
The Speaker Greg Fergus
It being 3:25 p.m., the House will now proceed to the taking of the deferred recorded division on the subamendment to the motion to concur in the third report of the Standing Committee on Public Safety and National Security.
Call in the members.
(The House divided on the amendment to the amendment, which was negatived on the following division:)
Committees of the HouseRoutine Proceedings
The Speaker Greg Fergus
I declare the amendment to the amendment lost.
The next question is on the amendment.
The chief government whip.
Ruby Sahota Liberal Brampton North, ON
Mr. Speaker, I believe that if you seek it, you will find agreement amongst the parties to apply the results from the previous vote to this one, with Liberal members voting against.
Frank Caputo Conservative Kamloops—Thompson—Cariboo, BC
Mr. Speaker, Conservatives agree to apply the vote and will be voting yea.
Julie Vignola Bloc Beauport—Limoilou, QC
Mr. Speaker, the Bloc Québécois agrees to apply the vote and will be voting in favour.
Heather McPherson NDP Edmonton Strathcona, AB
Mr. Speaker, the NDP also agrees to apply the vote, and we will be voting nay.
Alain Rayes Independent Richmond—Arthabaska, QC
Mr. Speaker, I agree to apply the vote, and I will be voting no.
Mike Morrice Green Kitchener Centre, ON
Mr. Speaker, the Green Party agrees to apply the vote and will be voting against.
Committees of the HouseRoutine Proceedings
The Speaker Greg Fergus
I declare the amendment lost.
The next question is on the main motion.
I see the hon. chief government whip is on her feet.
Ruby Sahota Liberal Brampton North, ON
Mr. Speaker, I believe that if you seek it, you will find agreement amongst the parties to apply the results of the previous vote to this vote, with Liberal members voting in favour.
Frank Caputo Conservative Kamloops—Thompson—Cariboo, BC
Mr. Speaker, Conservatives agree to apply the vote and will be voting against.
Julie Vignola Bloc Beauport—Limoilou, QC
Mr. Speaker, the Bloc Québécois agrees to apply the vote. It will be voting in favour and adding the vote of the member for Beloeil—Chambly.
Heather McPherson NDP Edmonton Strathcona, AB
Mr. Speaker, the NDP also agrees to apply the vote, and we will be voting yes.