House of Commons Hansard #4 of the 45th Parliament, 1st session. (The original version is on Parliament's site.) The word of the day was riding.

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Canada Health Act First reading of Bill C-201. The bill amends the Canada Health Act to include community-based mental health, addictions, and substance use services as insured services, aiming to address the disparity between physical and mental health care coverage. 300 words.

Department of Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development Act First reading of Bill C-202. The bill amends the Department of Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development Act to protect the supply management system, aimed at benefiting producers and consumers and supporting regional economies. 100 words.

Resumption of Debate on Address in Reply Members continue debate on the Speech from the Throne, discussing the new government's priorities and opposition concerns. The Prime Minister's plan outlines economic transformation, affordability measures like tax cuts and housing support, strengthening sovereignty, and reducing operating spending growth. Conservatives criticize rising government spending, the absence of a spring budget, and policies on crime and energy, while advocating for lower costs and public safety. Bloc members stress the need to respect provincial jurisdictions and protect supply management. Debate also touches on housing affordability, immigration levels, and the opioid crisis. 56600 words, 8 hours in 2 segments: 1 2.

Statements by Members

Question Period

The Conservatives criticize the government's half-trillion dollar spending bill introduced with no budget, highlighting increased spending on consultants. They raise concerns about the housing crisis, high mortgage payments, energy policies like Bill C-69 and the production cap, and the Prime Minister's financial interests. They also address public safety.
The Liberals highlight measures to make life more affordable, including a tax cut for 22 million Canadians and eliminating GST for first-time homebuyers. They aim to build Canada's economy, the strongest in the G7, address the trade war with the US, and strengthen public safety and border security. They also emphasize the importance of Quebec.
The Bloc criticizes the government's disregard for Quebec's jurisdiction and its environmental assessment powers. They also condemn the Liberals' increased spending without tabling a budget, demanding transparency.
The NDP address the climate crisis, wildfires impacting Indigenous peoples, and their rights and consent on projects.
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Resumption of Debate on Address in ReplySpeech from the Throne

6:15 p.m.

The Speaker Francis Scarpaleggia

It being 6:15 p.m., it is my duty to interrupt the proceedings and put forthwith every question necessary to dispose of the subamendment now before the House.

The question is on the subamendment.

If a member participating in person wishes that the amendment to the amendment be carried or carried on division, or if a member of a recognized party participating in person wishes to request a recorded division, I invite them to rise and indicate it to the Chair.

Resumption of Debate on Address in ReplySpeech from the Throne

6:15 p.m.

Bloc

Alexis Deschênes Bloc Gaspésie—Les Îles-de-la-Madeleine—Listuguj, QC

Mr. Speaker, we request a recorded division.

Resumption of Debate on Address in ReplySpeech from the Throne

6:15 p.m.

The Speaker Francis Scarpaleggia

Call in the members.

(The House divided on the amendment to the amendment, which was agreed to on the following division:)

Vote #1

Resumption of Debate on Address in ReplySpeech from the Throne

7 p.m.

The Speaker Francis Scarpaleggia

I declare the amendment to the amendment carried.

Before we adjourn, on behalf of all members, I want to congratulate principal clerk Suzie Cadieux, because this was the first vote of the 45th Parliament. I am sure all members will join me in congratulating her on running a great first vote.

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 7:02 p.m.)