Debates of Dec. 4th, 2025

House of Commons Hansard #67 of the 45th Parliament, 1st session. (The original version is on Parliament's site.) The word of the day was hate.

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École Polytechnique de Montréal Members mark the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women, commemorating the 1989 École Polytechnique massacre. They highlight the ongoing crisis of gender-based violence, noting a woman or girl is killed every 48 hours. Speakers discuss its disproportionate impact on Indigenous women and 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals, which the NDP calls an ongoing genocide, urging collective action to end violence and ensure safety for all. 4700 words, 45 minutes.

Instruction to Standing Committee on Justice and Human Rights Members debate a Conservative motion for the Justice Committee to travel across Canada to hear testimony on Bill C-9. Conservatives argue the bill and a proposed amendment to remove the Criminal Code's religious exemption threaten religious freedom and accuse Liberals of obstructing committee work. The Bloc supports removing the exemption, citing public consensus against incitement to hatred. Liberals accuse Conservatives of filibustering to delay hate crime and bail reform legislation, and spreading misinformation. 26200 words, 3 hours.

Statements by Members

Honouring mothers as nation builders

Poem criticizing PM and Brookfield

Labrador Inuit Land Claims Agreement anniversary

Thanks to parliamentary team

'Twas the Bite Before Christmas

Canadian weapons used in Sudan conflict

Aboriginal rights and title frustration

HIV/AIDS cases rising in Canada

Media food drive for Christmas

Terrebonne en portrait event

Grocery prices increasing significantly

Improving public safety in Canada

Criticism of PM and Brookfield tax

16 days of activism against violence

Rising grocery costs under Liberal government

Speaking order

Expanding dental care in Manitoba

Question Period

The Conservatives heavily criticize the Liberal government over soaring grocery prices, highlighting that weekly bills have doubled to $340 since 2015 due to Liberal taxes and inflationary spending. They also condemn the Stellantis deal for job losses and virtual citizenship ceremonies, alongside concerns about parliamentary committee chaos.

The Liberals prioritize affordability for Canadians through programs like $10-a-day child care, dental care, and the Canada child benefit. They defend their economic record and investments in job creation, emphasizing fighting climate change as a key factor in food costs. They also highlight housing initiatives and support for Ukraine.

The Bloc demands the Liberals repeal the religious exemption for hate incitement, accusing them of abandoning principles. They also discuss a potential third referendum for Quebec, citing federal interference with Quebec laws.

The NDP demands the Liberals fully fund housing in Nunavut to address the urgent need, highlighting issues like overcrowding and mould.

The Green Party criticizes the government's betrayal in extending investment tax credits to enhanced oil recovery, questioning the deficit impact.

Budget 2025 Implementation Act, No. 1 Second reading of Bill C-15. The bill implements budget provisions, drawing criticism from opposition parties. The Bloc Québécois rejects it due to insufficient support for Quebec’s demands, increased fossil fuel subsidies, and environmental backsliding. Conservatives denounce the bill for failing to address the affordability crisis, soaring food prices, and record national debt. They also criticize government spending and the impact of taxes on families, seniors, and key economic sectors. Liberals defend the budget's investments in social programs and the economy. 22800 words, 3 hours.

Criminal Code Second reading of Bill C-246. The bill would mandate consecutive sentencing for those convicted of sexual offences. The sponsor argues it would strengthen the justice system and ensure each crime and victim receives full recognition, as current practices allow multiple sentences to be served concurrently. While the Bloc Québécois supports sending the bill to committee, the Liberals argue it is unconstitutional and overly rigid, preferring their own legislative reforms that aim to address similar issues. 7500 words, 1 hour.

Adjournment Debates

Canada Pension Plan Investments Elizabeth May questions the CPPIB's low investment in Canada and its investments in fossil fuels and scandals. Kevin Lamoureux defends the CPPIB as an arm's-length board that generates good returns, but suggests more dialogue about investment strategies and a possible committee review.

Youth Unemployment Garnett Genuis raises concerns about high youth unemployment and criticizes the government's training provisions that discriminate against students in career colleges. Kevin Lamoureux defends the government's investments in technical institutes, apprenticeship programs, and the Canada summer jobs program, accusing Genuis of voting against a budget that supports these initiatives.

Prime Minister's offshore accounts Michael Cooper questions how much the Prime Minister has in offshore tax havens, citing his previous role at Brookfield. Kevin Lamoureux accuses the Conservatives of character assassination, pointing to Conservative MPs with interests in Brookfield and highlighting the Prime Minister's blind trust and economic expertise.

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EthicsAdjournment Proceedings

7:40 p.m.

Liberal

Kevin Lamoureux Liberal Winnipeg North, MB

Mr. Speaker, it is a fact that the Prime Minister is the Prime Minister and the leader of the Conservative Party and the Conservative team will do whatever they can to achieve power. They genuinely believe the best way to do that is to attack the Prime Minister and his character at all costs. That is a fact.

I believe that Canadians will see through the self-interests of the Conservative Party and the character assassination that it continuously does, whether it is justified or not. I can say that in this case, it is not justified.

The Conservatives need to dial it back. At the end of the day, we should be looking for incredible people to be members of Parliament, to be ministers, to be the Prime Minister and so forth.

EthicsAdjournment Proceedings

7:40 p.m.

The Deputy Speaker Tom Kmiec

The motion that the House do now adjourn is deemed to have been adopted. Accordingly, the House stands adjourned until tomorrow at 10 a.m. pursuant to Standing Order 24(1).

(The House adjourned at 7:44 p.m.)