House of Commons Hansard #298 of the 44th Parliament, 1st session. (The original version is on Parliament's site.) The word of the day was page.

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Canadian Sustainable Jobs Act Report stage of Bill C-50. The bill establishes a framework to support workers and economic growth in the shift to a net-zero economy, including a partnership council and action plans. Conservatives propose numerous amendments, fearing significant job losses in traditional energy sectors and arguing it infringes on provincial jurisdiction. Liberals and NDP support the bill as a necessary step for sustainable jobs and transition, while the Bloc raises concerns about Quebec's jurisdiction. Greens call it a missed opportunity but support action. 38600 words, 11 hours in 4 segments: 1 2 3 4.

Advance Disclosure of Budget Measures Members debate a question of privilege regarding the government announcing budget policy initiatives before the budget is tabled. While precedent suggests this is a matter of convention, not privilege, Members from different parties express concern about the practice of using pre-budget leaks for political advantage and call for clearer rules on disclosing budget information. 1700 words in 2 segments: 1 2.

Statements by Members

Question Period

The Conservatives criticize the Liberal government's impact on the cost of living, highlighting the carbon tax hike and its effect on gas and groceries. They demand the Prime Minister meet with premiers and stop interfering in provincial jurisdictions. They also raise concerns about government corruption, wasteful spending, and national security breaches.
The Liberals promote the sustainable jobs bill and green economy, contrasting their investments with Conservative "inaction." They highlight efforts on affordable housing, including Quebec partnerships, and defend the pollution price and related rebates. Other points include AI investments, support for youth, Indigenous services, foreign interference inquiry, and support for Ukraine.
The Bloc defends Quebec's jurisdiction, demanding federal non-interference in housing and the transfer of funds without conditions. They support Quebec's modest immigration demands and seek assurance the government won't challenge secularism.
The NDP address the housing crisis, including for the military, and the infrastructure gap and counselling for Indigenous peoples. They question military sales to Israel and accuse the government of misleading Parliament on grocery funding.
The Green Party questions the delay in launching the $1.5-billion co-op housing program and building needed homes.

Government Orders Members conduct recorded votes on multiple motions; technical issues with members' votes are noted by various parties during divisions. 500 words, 4 hours.

Adjournment Debates

Cap on Oil Emissions Mike Morrice presses the government to make good on its commitment to cap emissions from big oil. He criticizes the delays and loopholes. Julie Dabrusin defends the government's climate action and commitment to capping emissions. She cites the need for careful and thorough regulation.
Emergency Preparedness Elizabeth May argues Canada is unprepared for extreme weather, citing preventable deaths and infrastructure loss. She proposes a standing committee for all levels of government to share best practices. Julie Dabrusin highlights the government's emergency response regime, investments in firefighter training, and a national adaptation strategy, emphasizing collaboration with local governments.
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The Speaker Greg Fergus

I declare Motion No. 96 carried.

Martin Champoux Bloc Drummond, QC

Mr. Speaker, I rise on a point of order of sorts.

I know that all members of the House care a lot about the education that our younger generations get in terms of political involvement. I know we cannot name the people in the galleries, but if by any chance there are students here hoping to hear a robust question period, I wonder if members would be open to some heckling across the aisle to at least give them a good show while they are here visiting Parliament.

The Speaker Greg Fergus

That is not a point of order. I thank the hon. member for Drummond.

The question is on Motion No. 102.

(The House divided on Motion No. 102, which was negatived on the following division:)

Vote #719

The Speaker Greg Fergus

I declare Motion No. 102 defeated.

The question is on Motion No. 108.

(The House divided on Motion No. 108, which was agreed to on the following division:)

Vote #720

The Speaker Greg Fergus

I declare Motion No. 108 carried.

The hon. Minister of Public Services and Procurement.

Jean-Yves Duclos Liberal Québec, QC

Mr. Speaker, thank you for giving me an opportunity to ask for the unanimous consent of the House to change my vote on Motion No. 79 from nay to yea.

The Speaker Greg Fergus

Is that agreed?

Some hon. members

Agreed.

The Speaker Greg Fergus

The hon. member for Beaches—East York.

Nathaniel Erskine-Smith Liberal Beaches—East York, ON

Mr. Speaker, I ask for unanimous consent to change my vote on Motion No. 79 from no to yes.

The Speaker Greg Fergus

Is that agreed?

Some hon. members

Agreed.

The Speaker Greg Fergus

The question is on Motion No. 113. A negative vote on Motion No. 113 requires the question to be put on Motion No. 117.

Before the Clerk announced the results of the vote:

Claude DeBellefeuille Bloc Salaberry—Suroît, QC

Mr. Speaker, again, the member for Kenora's photo is not showing up, so I think you will have to withdraw his vote again.

The Speaker Greg Fergus

Regrettably, I must withdraw the vote of the member for Kenora.

(The House divided on Motion No. 113, which was negatived on the following division:)

Vote #721

The Speaker Greg Fergus

I declare Motion No. 113 defeated.

The question is on Motion No. 117. A negative vote on Motion No. 117 requires the question to be put on Motion No. 118.

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.

An hon. member

I request a recorded division.

The Speaker Greg Fergus

Before the Clerk announced the results of the vote:

Heather McPherson NDP Edmonton Strathcona, AB

Mr. Speaker, this appears to be a pattern we are in today. There are three photos that are not showing up on the dashboard: the member for Selkirk—Interlake—Eastman, the member for Kenora and the member for Markham—Thornhill.

The Speaker Greg Fergus

That is correct and those three votes will be withdrawn.

(The House divided on Motion No. 117, which was agreed to on the following division:)

Vote #722

The Speaker Greg Fergus

I declare Motion No. 117 carried.

The question is on Motion No. 123. A vote on this motion also applies to Motions Nos. 128, 132, 136, 140, 145 and 149. A negative vote on Motion No. 123 requires the question to be put on Motion No. 127.

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.