Debates of Nov. 27th, 2024

House of Commons Hansard #377 of the 44th Parliament, 1st session. (The original version is on Parliament's site.) The word of the day was leader.

Topics

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Statements by Members

Recognize the state of Palestine

Remembering Bella Brave Thomson's life

Cancer Warrior Canada Foundation recognition

Le Pavois 35th anniversary recognition

Daniel Bissonnette's retirement tribute

Remembering Jim Aitcheson, Perth South mayor

Recognizing human rights defender Jaspal Manjhpur

Recognizing the work of Feed Scarborough

Temporary visas and immigration enforcement

Tax break on essential items

National Addictions Awareness Week statement

The NDP-Liberal coalition criticisms

Christmas tax break for Canadians

Activism against gender-based violence

Pierre Houde inducted into Hockey Hall

Canada-U.S. trade and economic challenges

Warning against authoritarian leadership

Question Period

The Conservatives argue the Prime Minister is weakened, leaving Canada vulnerable to US tariff threats. They repeatedly call for a "carbon tax election" to elect a strong leader, advocating to axe the carbon tax and sales tax on new homes. They raise concerns about border control, the number of undocumented individuals, the federal deficit, drug policy, and the broken economy, citing rising debt and food bank use.

The Liberals focus on delivering direct support for Canadians, highlighting programs like dental care, a school food program, child care, and a tax break on essentials. They defend their economic management and efforts on immigration and border security, while criticizing Conservatives for opposing these initiatives and playing politics.

The Bloc criticizes the government's unpopular spending initiative, suggesting funds could better help pensioners and housing. They question the Prime Minister's confidence in the House and raise concerns about the surge in asylum seekers, arguing the government is unprepared.

The NDP raise concerns about excluding seniors and persons with disabilities from the $250 rebate. They also criticize affordability, housing failures, and abandoning electoral reform.

National Food Cooperative Strategy Act First reading of Bill C-421. The bill establishes a national strategy for food co-operatives to help small and medium businesses compete in the grocery sector, aiming to increase competition, lower prices, and improve food security. 200 words.

Petitions

Peace in Palestine and Lebanon

Hong Kong pro-democracy activists support

Release of Paul Watson from prison

National nutrition coupon program fund

Basic income guarantee in Prince Edward Island

Eritrean human rights and foreign interference

Paper tax filing penalties removal

Feminist international assistance policy concerns

Oppose euthanasia for babies

Persecution of Falun Gong practitioners

Stop organ harvesting of Falun Gong

Reference to Standing Committee on Procedure and House Affairs Members debate the government's refusal to produce unredacted documents ordered by the House concerning the Sustainable Development Technology Canada fund. Conservatives allege the Liberals are hiding corruption and obstructing Parliament, raising concerns about trade and border security. Liberals defend their position, citing RCMP concerns, and accuse Conservatives of filibustering in this record-long debate. 14600 words, 2 hours.

Government Business No. 43—Proceedings on Bill C‑78 Members debate a Liberal bill (C-78) for temporary cost of living relief via a GST/HST exemption on select goods over the holidays. Liberals argue it provides savings and builds on other programs, criticizing the Conservatives for opposing relief measures. Conservatives question the bill's framing and impact. 2300 words, 15 minutes.

Resumption of Debate on Government Business No. 43 Members debate a government bill for a temporary GST holiday on certain items. Liberals say it offers needed holiday relief. Conservatives call it a temporary "tax trick" and advocate for permanent tax cuts. Bloc Québécois views it as a "sham" that excludes vulnerable groups and burdens businesses, moving an amendment to study the bill. NDP supports the concept but calls it a limited "half measure", claiming credit for the idea. 15400 words, 2 hours.