Debates of Oct. 10th, 2025

House of Commons Hansard #38 of the 45th Parliament, 1st session. (The original version is on Parliament's site.) The word of the day was offences.

Topics

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Military Justice System Modernization Act Second reading of Bill C-11. The bill Bill C-11 amends the National Defence Act, transferring jurisdiction over Criminal Code sexual offences from the Canadian Armed Forces to civilian authorities in Canada. Liberals support it as a critical step to modernize the military justice system and center survivors' rights, implementing recommendations. Conservatives will support its referral to committee, but criticize the government's 10-year delay and alleged inaction on military sexual misconduct, raising concerns about court backlogs and potential political interference. 7000 words, 1 hour.

Statements by Members

Taiwanese indigenous youth chorus performance

Blood Tribe Peacemaking Centre opening

International Day of the Girl Child

Ending term 'child pornography'

Théâtre Cercle Molière's 100th anniversary

Rising mortgage delinquency rates

Dave Leblanc, voice of Cape Breton hockey

Liberal policies and crime increase

Centre d'action bénévole anniversary

World Egg Day

Gun crime increase, Liberal gun grab

Tribute to Carolyn Rompkey

Prime Minister's broken promises

Tribute to Thérèse Frère

Canadian vs. U.S. economy investments

Tribute to Ruth Phyllis Kavanaugh

Question Period

The Conservatives criticize the Liberal government for a deepening youth unemployment crisis and Canada's slowest economic growth. They highlight the rising cost of living and increased food bank usage, accusing the Prime Minister of sending $1 trillion in investment to the United States, hurting Canadian auto and forestry workers. They also raise concerns about weak bail laws and the safe supply drug scheme.

The Liberals highlight the creation of 60,000 new jobs and a strong Canadian economy. They announce new affordability measures, including a permanent national school food program and automatic tax filing. The party also emphasizes building affordable housing, supporting forestry workers and other industries affected by tariffs, and strengthening the bail system to keep Canadians safe.

The Bloc urges the government to reverse cuts to emergency employment insurance for seasonal workers. They demand action on dangerous "Driver Inc." truckers and insist Via Rail restore service and improve regional connectivity in eastern Quebec.

The NDP highlights a youth unemployment crisis and urges the government to address the real cost of climate change by creating a Youth Climate Corps.

Arab Heritage Month Act First reading of Bill S-227. The bill designates April of every year as Arab Heritage Month across Canada. It aims to recognize the contributions of over one million Arab Canadians and make it a permanent fixture in the national calendar. 200 words.

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Questions on the Order PaperRoutine Proceedings

12:05 p.m.

The Assistant Deputy Speaker John Nater

It being 2:30 p.m., the House stands adjourned until Monday, October 20, at 11 a.m., pursuant to Standing Orders 28(2) and 24(1).

I will take a moment to wish everyone a very happy Thanksgiving. I wish all the best to all members and their families.

(The House adjourned at 12:08 p.m.)