Debates of Dec. 9th, 2025

House of Commons Hansard #70 of the 45th Parliament, 1st session. (The original version is on Parliament's site.) The word of the day was mou.

Topics

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Petitions

National fire administration or fire liaison

Mechanical scallop haulers, recreational scallop fishing

Gun confiscation program and bail laws

Safe consumption site near school

Extortion, violence, and organized crime

Criminalizing passages of sacred texts

Freedom of choice in health care

RDSP access for people with disabilities

Organized crime, extortion, public safety

Opposition Motion—Pipeline Construction Members debate a Conservative motion supporting a new oil pipeline from Alberta to the British Columbia coast for export to Asian markets, alongside an adjustment to the Oil Tanker Moratorium Act. Conservatives urge the Liberal government to unblock investment and expedite construction. Liberals support the full Canada-Alberta MOU, which includes environmental and Indigenous consultation conditions. The Bloc Québécois and NDP oppose, citing economic non-viability, climate betrayal, and lack of Indigenous consent. 47800 words, 6 hours in 2 segments: 1 2.

Statements by Members

Squamish Climate Action Network award

Community organizations in Portneuf—Jacques-Cartier

Great Lakes-St. Lawrence River Basin

Tribute to teacher Richard William Stark

Terrebonne resident wins baking award

Illegal firearms and Liberal gun grab

Chief Terry Paul, Business Hall of Fame

Penticton Shooting Sports Association lease renewal

Tribute to Diane Godin

Honouring Adolph Hafemann of Wellesley Township

Brookfield and European Space Agency

Strengthening healthcare in Brampton

Grocery prices and family struggles

Dominican Missionary Adorers 80th anniversary

Alberta-BC oil pipeline proposal

Team Canada's national cricket team

Question Period

The Conservatives criticize the government's obstruction of pipelines to the Pacific, alleging the Prime Minister flip-flopped on his promises. They heavily blame the industrial carbon tax and inflationary spending for skyrocketing grocery prices and increased food bank usage, urging the Prime Minister to cut these taxes and address the $1,000 annual increase families face.

The Liberals defend their MOU with Alberta as a comprehensive plan including industrial carbon pricing and methane regulations to build a strong, sustainable economy. They assert the carbon price doesn't raise food costs, attributing increases to climate change. They highlight investments in affordability, good jobs, child care, dental care, and infrastructure, aiming for the strongest economy in the G7.

The Bloc criticizes the government's environmental rollback with Alberta and questions the PM on religious exemptions. They focus on dangerous Driver Inc. practices, alleging Liberal lobbying and donations compromise road safety.

The NDP questions the government's inconsistent messaging on pipeline consent and its commitment to climate goals and B.C.'s coast.

The Greens question a Bill C-15 section allowing ministerial exemptions from Canadian law without public oversight.

Supplementary Estimates (B), 2025-26 First reading of Bill C-17. The bill grants sums of money to His Majesty for federal public administration for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2026, and is passed through all stages of the House. 100 words.

Ukrainian Heritage Month Act Second reading of Bill S-210. The bill proposes to designate September as Ukrainian Heritage Month in Canada to recognize the contributions of Ukrainian Canadians to the country's economic, political, cultural, and social life. Members from various parties support the bill, emphasizing the importance of celebrating Ukrainian heritage, especially given the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, and to educate Canadians about Ukrainian culture and history. 7800 words, 1 hour.

Adjournment Debates

Executive bonuses and deficits Mike Lake questions the Liberal government's decision to award bonuses to Via Rail and CMHC executives amid high deficits, citing broken promises. Kevin Lamoureux defends the government, pointing to Canada's high ranking in quality of life and arguing that Conservative governments also awarded bonuses. Lake says his questions were fair, not "potshots."

Prime Minister's offshore tax havens Michael Cooper accuses the Prime Minister of being a hypocrite and a tax dodger for his involvement with Brookfield's use of offshore tax havens. Kevin Lamoureux defends the Prime Minister, arguing that he meets all ethical requirements and that the Conservative Party is engaging in character assassination.

Corporate Profits and Affordability Gord Johns accuses corporations of price gouging, citing record profits for large companies. Kevin Lamoureux defends the government's actions, mentioning tax cuts and initiatives like pharmacare. Johns dismisses Lamoureux's explanations. Lamoureux insists that the government advocates for consumers via measures like Competition Act amendments.

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Bill C-17 Supplementary Estimates (B), 2025-26Government Orders