Opposition Motion—Oil and Gas Emissions Cap
Members debate a Conservative motion to repeal the oil and gas emissions cap, which they argue is a production cap that harms Canada's economy and job creation. Liberals assert Canada can be an energy superpower by balancing growth with emissions reduction through innovation and clean technology, citing projects like Ksi Lisims LNG. The Bloc and Green parties express concern that Canada is not meeting emissions targets and that the cap (or stricter measures) is essential to address the climate emergency.
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Statements by Members
Question Period
The
NDP condemns the government's
corporate agenda for violating workers', Indigenous, and migrants' rights, and undermining gender equality.
Living Donor Recognition Medal Act
First reading of
Bill C-234.
The bill proposes establishing a national medal to recognize living organ donors for their selfless acts of donating organs to save lives. It aims to raise awareness and encourage more living donations in Canada.
300 words.
Respecting Families of Murdered and Brutalized Persons Act
First reading of
Bill C-235.
The bill increases parole ineligibility from 25 to 40 years for offenders convicted of abduction, sexual assault, and murder. It aims to prevent revictimization and spare victims' families from repeated parole hearings.
300 words.
Addressing the Continuing Victimization of Homicide Families Act
First reading of
Bill C-236.
The bill, "McCann's law," amends criminal acts to extend parole ineligibility and make co-operation in recovering victims' remains a major factor in parole decisions for offenders who refuse to disclose locations.
200 words.
Fisheries Act
First reading of
Bill C-237.
The bill amends the Fisheries Act to allow seven-day-a-week cod fishing in Newfoundland and Labrador, aligning it with other Atlantic provinces, and to improve science and data for Atlantic groundfish fisheries.
200 words.
Criminal Code
First reading of
Bill C-238.
The bill amends the Criminal Code to mandate restitution orders for drug and human trafficking crimes, ensuring criminals pay victims, their families, and community agencies providing support services.
100 words.
Canada Health Act
First reading of
Bill C-239.
The bill requires provinces receiving federal health transfers to develop accountability frameworks, set care benchmarks, and publish annual reports to increase transparency on health care spending and access.
100 words.
Offender Rehabilitation Act
First reading of
Bill C-240.
The bill addresses substance addiction by empowering courts to prescribe rehabilitation during custody, strengthening rehabilitation objectives for parole, and making large-scale fentanyl trafficking an aggravating factor.
200 words.
National Strategy on Flood and Drought Forecasting Act
First reading of
Bill C-241.
The bill establishes a national strategy for flood and drought forecasting to protect communities, build climate resilience, and support a sustainable economy.
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Jail Not Bail Act
First reading of
Bill C-242.
The bill aims to amend the Criminal Code and Department of Justice Act to fix the bail system, address repeat violent offenders, and restore safe streets, according to the Mover.
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Corrections and Conditional Release Act
First reading of
Bill C-243.
The bill amends the Corrections and Conditional Release Act to stop convicted murderers from applying for parole yearly after an initial denial, instead using statutory time frames to reduce victim trauma.
100 words.
Clean Coasts Act
First reading of
Bill C-244.
The bill amends the Canadian Environmental Protection Act to make marine dumping a strict liability offence and the Wrecked, Abandoned or Hazardous Vessels Act to prevent irresponsible transfer of pleasure crafts.
200 words.
Adjournment Debates
Canada's emissions reduction plan Elizabeth May questions when the government will present a plan to meet emissions reduction targets, highlighting the Canadian Climate Institute's report indicating Canada is falling short. Wade Grant insists Canada has a plan, citing progress in reducing emissions, especially methane, and investments in clean energy and resilience.
Pipeline projects and Canadian steel Warren Steinley questions the Liberals' commitment to building pipelines and supporting Canadian steelworkers at Evraz steel in Regina. Corey Hogan defends the government's approach, citing the Major Projects Office, clean technology, and prioritization of Canadian steel in federal projects, also emphasizing the importance of indigenous consultation.
Small business red tape Brad Vis raises concerns about the red tape burdening small businesses. Wade Grant defends the CARM system, implemented to streamline customs processes. Vis clarifies his concerns relate to tariff notices. Grant highlights CBSA's efforts to minimize delays at ports of entry and support importers.
