[Chair read text of Motion No. 1 to House]
House of Commons Hansard #20 of the 45th Parliament, 1st session. (The original version is on Parliament's site.) The word of the day was c-5.
House of Commons Hansard #20 of the 45th Parliament, 1st session. (The original version is on Parliament's site.) The word of the day was c-5.
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The Application of Standing Order 69.1 to Bill C-5 Jenny Kwan argues Bill C-5, which addresses domestic trade barriers and infrastructure project acceleration, contains unrelated matters and asks the Speaker to divide it for separate votes under Standing Order 69.1(1). 800 words.
One Canadian Economy Act Report stage of Bill C-5. The bill, An Act to enact the Free Trade and Labour Mobility in Canada Act and the Building Canada Act, aims to reduce interprovincial trade barriers and expedite major projects deemed in the national interest. Members debated amendments to Clause 4 concerning project approval, oversight, and exemptions from other laws. While parties largely support reducing trade barriers, concerns were raised about the bill's impact on indigenous rights, environmental protection, provincial jurisdiction, and the process used, with some criticizing the government's approach and lack of transparency. 34500 words, 6 hours in 3 segments: 1 2 3.
Voting Pattern for Report Stage of Bill C-5 Members raise a point of order regarding the grouping of amendments for voting on Bill C-5, arguing that motions concerning different subjects should be voted on separately. 600 words.
Criminal Code First reading of Bill C-218. The bill amends the Criminal Code on medical assistance in dying, raising concerns about MAID becoming available solely for mental health challenges starting in March 2027. 400 words.
Voting Pattern for Report Stage of Bill C-5—Speaker's Ruling Speaker rules on points of order regarding Bill C-5, upholding the non-selection of report stage amendments not submitted in committee by a deadline, but granting separate votes on two other motions. 500 words.
The Application of Standing Order 69.1 to Bill C‑5—Speaker's Ruling Speaker rules on Bill C-5 point of order, agreeing with the member for Vancouver East to divide the vote at third reading because the bill's two parts lack a common element, despite the request being made late. 900 words.
The Deputy Speaker Tom Kmiec
I declare Motion No. 1 defeated.
The next question is on Motion No. 4. A negative vote on Motion No. 4 requires the question to be put on Motion No. 5.
If a member participating in person wishes that the motion be carried or carried on division, or if a member of a recognized party participating in person wishes to request a recorded division, I would invite them to rise and indicate it to the Chair.
I see the chief government whip rising.
Mark Gerretsen Liberal Kingston and the Islands, ON
Mr. Speaker, I believe if you seek it, you will find consent to apply the results from the previous vote to this vote, with Liberals voting against.
Chris Warkentin Conservative Grande Prairie, AB
Mr. Speaker, Conservatives agree to apply, with Conservatives voting in favour.
Marilène Gill Bloc Côte-Nord—Kawawachikamach—Nitassinan, QC
Mr. Speaker, the Bloc Québécois agrees to apply the vote and will be voting in favour.
Alexandre Boulerice NDP Rosemont—La Petite-Patrie, QC
Mr. Speaker, the NDP agrees to apply the vote and will be voting against.
Elizabeth May Green Saanich—Gulf Islands, BC
Mr. Speaker, I agree to apply the vote, and I vote yes.
The Deputy Speaker Tom Kmiec
I declare Motion No. 4 defeated.
The question is on Motion No. 5.
If a member participating in person wishes that the motion be carried or carried on division, or if a member of a recognized party participating in person wishes to request a recorded division, I would invite them to rise and indicate it to the Chair.
I see the chief government whip rising.
Mark Gerretsen Liberal Kingston and the Islands, ON
Mr. Speaker, I believe if you seek it, you will find consent to apply the results from the previous vote to this vote, with Liberals voting against.
Chris Warkentin Conservative Grande Prairie, AB
Mr. Speaker, we agree to apply, with Conservatives voting in favour.
Marilène Gill Bloc Côte-Nord—Kawawachikamach—Nitassinan, QC
Mr. Speaker, the Bloc Québécois agrees to apply the vote and will be voting in favour of the motion.
Alexandre Boulerice NDP Rosemont—La Petite-Patrie, QC
Mr. Speaker, the NDP agrees to apply the vote and will be voting in favour of the motion.
Elizabeth May Green Saanich—Gulf Islands, BC
Mr. Speaker, the Green Party also agrees to apply the vote and will be voting yes.
The Deputy Speaker Tom Kmiec
I declare Motion No. 5 carried.
The question is on Motion No. 7.
If a member participating in person wishes that the motion be carried or carried on division, or if a member of a recognized party participating in person wishes to request a recorded division, I would invite them to rise and indicate it to the Chair.
The chief government whip.
Mark Gerretsen Liberal Kingston and the Islands, ON
Mr. Speaker, I believe if you seek it you will find consent to apply the results from the previous vote to this vote, with the Liberals voting in favour.
Chris Warkentin Conservative Grande Prairie, AB
Mr. Speaker, we agree to apply the vote, with the Conservatives voting in favour.
Marilène Gill Bloc Côte-Nord—Kawawachikamach—Nitassinan, QC
Mr. Speaker, the Bloc Québécois agrees to apply the vote and will be voting in favour of the motion.
Alexandre Boulerice NDP Rosemont—La Petite-Patrie, QC
Mr. Speaker, the NDP agrees to apply the vote and will be voting in favour of the motion.
Elizabeth May Green Saanich—Gulf Islands, BC
Mr. Speaker, the Greens agree to apply the vote, voting yes.
The Deputy Speaker Tom Kmiec
I declare the motion carried.
The question is on Motion No. 9. A vote on this motion also applies to Motion No. 16.
If a member participating in person wishes that the motion be carried or carried on division, or if a member of a recognized party participating in person wishes to request a recorded division, I would invite them to rise and indicate it to the Chair.
The chief government whip.
Mark Gerretsen Liberal Kingston and the Islands, ON
Mr. Speaker, I believe if you seek it, you will find consent to apply the results from the previous vote to this vote, with Liberals voting yes.