House of Commons Hansard #334 of the 44th Parliament, 1st session. (The original version is on Parliament's site.) The word of the day was voting.

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Electoral Participation Act Second reading of Bill C-65. The bill seeks to amend the Canada Elections Act to encourage participation [/debates/2024/6/18/chandra-arya-1/], enhance privacy [/debates/2024/6/18/michael-coteau-1/], and safeguard the electoral process [/debates/2024/6/18/sukh-dhaliwal-1/]. Measures include easier voting for seniors [/debates/2024/6/18/lisa-marie-barron-4/] and persons with disabilities. Conservatives [/debates/2024/6/18/ed-fast-1/] and the Bloc Québécois [/debates/2024/6/18/luc-theriault-2/] criticize the bill's proposed election date change, alleging it's a pretext to allow more MPs to qualify for pensions [/debates/2024/6/18/ziad-aboultaif-2/], while the NDP plans an amendment to revert the date at committee [/debates/2024/6/18/lisa-marie-barron-4/]. 29400 words, 4 hours in 2 segments: 1 2.

Statements by Members

Question Period

The Conservatives criticize the government's environmental decree for jeopardizing Quebec forestry jobs and interfering in provincial jurisdiction. They condemn the carbon tax for costing families $2,000 annually and causing $30 billion in economic damage, accusing the minister of a cover-up. They also attack the capital gains tax hike, arguing it harms farmers, small businesses, and those saving for retirement, contributing to rising poverty.
The Liberals defend their capital gains tax increase as necessary for the wealthiest to fund investments in programs like dental care and school food, accusing Conservatives of siding with the rich. They emphasize balancing the environment and economy, protecting species at risk and supporting forestry jobs. They also outline actions taken to counter foreign interference.
The Bloc criticizes the government's handling of foreign interference, its failure to transfer funds for seniors' programs and workforce training to Quebec, and Canada Post's hiring of unilingual English speakers in Quebec.
The NDP criticizes leaders for prioritizing party interests over addressing foreign interference. They condemn corporate greed causing high prices. Concerns are raised about the military grievance system and veterans' mental health.

Budget Implementation Act, 2024, No. 1 Report stage of Bill C-69. The bill, C-69, is considered at report stage with deferred recorded divisions on numerous motions proposing amendments. Parties state their voting intentions and apply previous vote results for groups of motions. Most motions are defeated. The House then considers and agrees to the motion to concur in the bill as amended. 1600 words, 40 minutes.

Foreign Interference and Alleged Reputational Harm to Members of Parliament MP Jenny Kwan raises a question of privilege regarding the NSICOP report on foreign interference. She argues that the report's allegations of unnamed MPs working with foreign states like China and India damage the reputation of all members, impeding their ability to function. She proposes sending the matter to committee to identify those involved. Other parties reserve comment. 2000 words, 15 minutes.

Budget Implementation Act, 2024, No. 1 Third reading of Bill C-69. The bill implements provisions of the 2024 budget. Liberals support its focus on the middle class, `social programs`[/debates/2024/6/18/kevin-lamoureux-10/] (like `dental care`[/debates/2024/6/18/don-davies-1/] and pharmacare), and infrastructure. Conservatives oppose the bill, citing increased spending, debt, and `cost of living`[/debates/2024/6/18/jasraj-singh-hallan-3/], criticizing the carbon tax and `capital gains tax increase`[/debates/2024/6/18/jasraj-singh-hallan-3/]. The Bloc opposes `federal interference`[/debates/2024/6/18/mario-beaulieu-2/] and the `open banking framework`[/debates/2024/6/18/gabriel-ste-marie-1/]. The NDP supports measures they influenced but notes bill shortcomings. 27200 words, 3 hours in 2 segments: 1 2.

Criminal Code Report stage of Bill S-224. The bill S-224 proposes changes to the Criminal Code on human trafficking. Originally intended to aid sex workers, it faced concerns it could criminalize helpers. Committee amendments removed its core content. Conservatives support the original bill, stating Liberals "gutted" it and are weak on crime. A vote on amendments is deferred. 1800 words, 15 minutes.

Adjournment Debate - Carbon Pricing Kelly Block argues the carbon tax makes Canadians poorer and hurts the economy, citing a hidden report and missed emissions targets. Julie Dabrusin denies a secret report and defends the carbon tax as effective, stating most families receive more in rebates than they pay and that Canada is on track to meet its 2026 emissions targets. 1200 words, 10 minutes.

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Bill C-69 Budget Implementation Act, 2024, No. 1Government Orders

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Independent

Alain Rayes Independent Richmond—Arthabaska, QC

Mr. Speaker, I agree to apply and will be voting no.

(The House divided on Motion No. 34, which was negatived on the following division:)

Vote #833

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The Speaker Greg Fergus

I declare Motion No. 34 defeated. I therefore declare Motions Nos. 35 to 37 defeated.

The next question is on Motion No. 38.

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Liberal

Ruby Sahota Liberal Brampton North, ON

Mr. Speaker, again, I believe that if you seek it, you will find agreement among the parties to apply the results of the previous vote to this vote, with Liberal members voting nay.

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Conservative

Kerry-Lynne Findlay Conservative South Surrey—White Rock, BC

Mr. Speaker, once again, the Conservatives agree to apply the vote. Conservative members will be voting in favour of the motion.

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Bloc

Claude DeBellefeuille Bloc Salaberry—Suroît, QC

Mr. Speaker, the Bloc Québécois agrees to apply the vote and will be voting against the motion.

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NDP

Heather McPherson NDP Edmonton Strathcona, AB

Mr. Speaker, the NDP agrees to apply the vote, and we will be voting no.

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Green

Mike Morrice Green Kitchener Centre, ON

Mr. Speaker, Greens agree to apply the vote and will be voting against.

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Independent

Alain Rayes Independent Richmond—Arthabaska, QC

Mr. Speaker, I agree to apply and will be voting no.

(The House divided on Motion No. 38, which was negatived on the following division:)

Vote #834

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The Speaker Greg Fergus

I declare Motion No. 38 defeated.

The next question is on Motion No. 39. A vote on this motion also applies to Motions Nos. 40 and 41.

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Liberal

Ruby Sahota Liberal Brampton North, ON

Mr. Speaker, I believe that if you seek it, you will find agreement to apply the results of the previous vote to this vote, with Liberal members voting no.

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Conservative

Kerry-Lynne Findlay Conservative South Surrey—White Rock, BC

Mr. Speaker, Conservatives do agree to apply the vote, with Conservatives voting yea.

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Bloc

Claude DeBellefeuille Bloc Salaberry—Suroît, QC

Mr. Speaker, the Bloc Québécois agrees to apply the vote and will be voting against the motion.

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NDP

Heather McPherson NDP Edmonton Strathcona, AB

Mr. Speaker, the New Democratic Party agrees to apply the vote, and we will be voting no.

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Green

Mike Morrice Green Kitchener Centre, ON

Mr. Speaker, the Green Party agrees to apply the result of the previous vote and is voting against the motion.

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Independent

Alain Rayes Independent Richmond—Arthabaska, QC

Mr. Speaker, I agree to apply and will be voting no.

(The House divided on Motion No. 39, which was negatived on the following division:)

Vote #835

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The Deputy Speaker Chris d'Entremont

I declare Motion No. 39 defeated. I therefore declare Motions Nos. 40 and 41 defeated.

The next question is on Motion No. 42. A vote on this motion also applies to Motion No. 43.

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Liberal

Ruby Sahota Liberal Brampton North, ON

Mr. Speaker, I believe that if you seek it, you will find agreement to apply the results from the previous vote to this vote, with Liberal members voting nay.

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Conservative

Kerry-Lynne Findlay Conservative South Surrey—White Rock, BC

Mr. Speaker, the Conservatives agree to apply the vote. Conservative members will be voting in favour of the motion.

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Bloc

Claude DeBellefeuille Bloc Salaberry—Suroît, QC

Mr. Speaker, the Bloc Québécois agrees to apply the vote and will be voting in favour of the motion.

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NDP

Heather McPherson NDP Edmonton Strathcona, AB

Mr. Speaker, the NDP agrees to apply the vote, and we will be voting no.

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Green

Mike Morrice Green Kitchener Centre, ON

Mr. Speaker, Greens agree to apply the vote, and we will be voting no.

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Independent

Alain Rayes Independent Richmond—Arthabaska, QC

Mr. Speaker, I agree to apply and will be voting yes.