Debates of Sept. 27th, 2024

House of Commons Hansard #345 of the 44th Parliament, 1st session. (The original version is on Parliament's site.) The word of the day was documents.

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Reference to Standing Committee on Procedure and House Affairs Members debate a Speaker's ruling on the government's failure to produce unredacted documents about Sustainable Development Technology Canada. Opposition parties demand the documents for a potential RCMP investigation into alleged corruption and conflicts of interest at the foundation, which Conservatives call a "Liberal billion-dollar green slush fund". Liberals defend their actions, citing concerns about blurring judicial independence and privacy, while Bloc and NDP members also criticize government transparency and accountability. 23800 words, 3 hours in 2 segments: 1 2.

Statements by Members

Hamas rallies and antisemitism in Canada

Remembering Ottawa food journalist Gay Cook

Criticism of Liberal government and Bloc

Canada must help Lebanon end war

Death of Johnson Redhead and inquiry

Anniversary of Groupe Convex social enterprises

Congratulations to Gémeaux winner Noémie O'Farrell

World Tourism Day and tourism investments

Canada's achievements in gender equality

PM insulting parental concern for children

Railway Safety Week in Canada

Government purchase of New York condo

Carbon tax, food banks, NDP leader

National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

CTV News and media bias

Conservative Party and Mainstream Media

Remarks about parliamentary language

Question Period

The Conservatives criticize the government over high taxes and costs, particularly linking the carbon tax to Canadians being driven to food banks. They also raise concerns about rising crime rates, housing costs, and forestry job losses. They repeatedly call for a carbon tax election and urge support for a non-confidence motion.

The Liberals defend the price on pollution, stating 8 out of 10 families get more back and it fights climate change. They highlight support for seniors and vulnerable groups through programs like dental care and child benefits, and funding for Indigenous housing. They criticize Conservatives for false facts, lack of plans, and opposing support for Canadians.

The Bloc issues ultimatums on increasing OAS for seniors and passing Bill C-282 protecting farmers by October 29. They also highlight Quebec's overwhelmed capacity regarding asylum seekers, urging Ottawa to do its share.

The NDP highlight challenges facing Indigenous peoples, including residential school denialism, the housing crisis, and the toxic drug crisis. They also criticize Canada's inaction regarding violence in the Middle East.

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Reference to Standing Committee on Procedure and House AffairsPrivilegeOrders of the Day

2:30 p.m.

The Deputy Speaker Chris d'Entremont

Having reached the expiry of time provided for today's debate, pursuant to an order made earlier today, the House will resume consideration of the privilege motion on Wednesday, October 2.

It being 2:30 p.m., the House stands adjourned until next Tuesday at 10 a.m., pursuant to Standing Order 24(1).

(The House adjourned at 2:30 p.m.)