Debates of May 5th, 2026

House of Commons Hansard #117 of the 45th Parliament, 1st session. (The original version is on Parliament's site.) The word of the day was tariffs.

Topics

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Petitions

Exporting hydroelectricity from Powell River

Long COVID diagnostic testing

Agriculture Canada research station closures

Reducing Governor General expenses

Opposition Motion—Measures to Support the Manufacturing Sector Members debate a Bloc Québécois motion condemning recent U.S. tariffs on metal-containing products. The Bloc argues targeted wage subsidies are needed, claiming the government’s reliance on loans is inadequate. Liberals defend their comprehensive support measures and emphasize careful trade negotiations over hasty agreements. Meanwhile, Conservatives criticize the lack of progress on trade, arguing Canada must leverage natural resources to negotiate from a position of greater strength. 49100 words, 6 hours in 2 segments: 1 2.

Statements by Members

Honouring Eva Hilborn

Support for Bill C-16

Liberation of the Netherlands

Support for Bill C-16

Celebrating student graduates

MMIWG and supporting Bill C-16

Royal Canadian Air Force Day

Marking Red Dress Day

Centenary of Rouyn

Honouring missing Indigenous women

Support for Bill C-16

Criticism of gas taxes

Support for Bill C-16

Government economic record

Celiac Awareness Month

Criticism of national debt

Support for Bill C-16

Question Period

The Conservatives condemn the government's reckless overspending and $1-trillion debt. They criticize high gas prices, calling to scrap all gas taxes, and highlight chaos in immigration, including entry for terrorists and a lack of exit tracking. Additionally, they raise concerns about military recruitment failure, RCMP shortages, and the failure to defend property rights.

The Liberals highlight reduced immigration levels and record military recruitment while promoting skilled trades training and high-speed rail. For affordability, they cite grocery benefits and suspending the gas tax. Finally, they reiterate their commitment to defending private property rights, RCMP hiring, and protecting indigenous women and girls.

The Bloc proposes a wage subsidy program to protect jobs in SMEs and at-risk businesses during US negotiations. They also demand a pause on high-speed rail to prevent expropriating farmland without consultation.

The Greens question the status of the 231 calls for justice for missing and murdered indigenous women and girls.

Military Justice System Modernization Act Report stage of Bill C-11. The bill proceeds through the report stage in the House of Commons, where members conduct a series of deferred recorded divisions on several motions, ultimately voting to concur in the bill as amended. 800 words, 25 minutes.

Spectrum Policy Framework for Canada Act Second reading of Bill C-268. The bill proposes a new spectrum framework to address persistent cellular connectivity gaps in rural and remote regions. Supporters across party lines, including the Conservative caucus, argue that the current 2007 regulations are outdated. The legislation aims to improve public safety and equity by mandating modernized policy reviews and requiring independent verification of carrier-reported coverage data to eliminate persistent service black holes. 8500 words, 1 hour.

Adjournment Debates

Government deficit and fiscal management Pat Kelly criticizes the government for its ballooning deficit and failure to build major infrastructure projects, accusing them of fiscal mismanagement. Karim Bardeesy defends the Liberal government, highlighting fiscal responsibility, adherence to budgetary anchors, and targeted investments in housing, affordability, and key industrial sectors amidst global economic uncertainty.

Management of Cúram software project Kelly Block accuses the Liberals of mismanagement regarding the Cúram IT project, citing massive cost overruns and service delays for seniors. Karim Bardeesy defends the project as a necessary modernization to replace aging infrastructure, highlighting that it successfully processes millions of payments while adapting to evolving cybersecurity threats.

Protecting the Canada Health Act Gord Johns criticizes the government for failing to act against Alberta's Bill 11, arguing it establishes an American-style two-tier system. He demands federal enforcement of the Canada Health Act. Karim Bardeesy defends the government's collaborative approach with provinces, insisting they remain committed to maintaining universal healthcare standards.

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Indigenous AffairsOral Questions

3:10 p.m.

Northwest Territories Northwest Territories

Liberal

Rebecca Alty LiberalMinister of Crown-Indigenous Relations

Mr. Speaker, the calls to action and the calls for justice are not with respect to just one project, but a life we need to continue to live.

Violence against indigenous women, girls and 2SLGBTQQIA+ people must be brought to an end. Our government is taking action at every stage. We have funded more than 90 indigenous women's and 2SLGBTQQIA+ organizations.

We just announced today that we will be funding $300,000 for the red dress alert program with the Province of Manitoba.

There are more things, but I see that my time is up.

The House resumed from May 4 consideration of Bill C-11, An Act to amend the National Defence Act and other Acts, as reported (with amendments) from the committee, and of the motions in Group No. 1.

Bill C-11 Military Justice System Modernization ActGovernment Orders

3:10 p.m.

The Speaker Francis Scarpaleggia

It being 3:11 p.m., pursuant to an order made on Monday, May 4, the House will now proceed to the taking of the deferred recorded divisions on the motions at report stage of Bill C-11.

Call in the members.

(The House divided on Motion No. 1, which was negatived on the following division:)

Vote #110

Bill C-11 Military Justice System Modernization ActGovernment Orders