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BUSINESS OF SUPPLY May 21st, 2013
Mr. Chair, we have seen that the government's public consultation process was flawed, but I am shocked to learn that there were also problems with the consultation process that they held with experts.
Does the minister realize that the number of pipeline-related accidents has increased over the past few years and that those accidents are becoming more serious?
BUSINESS OF SUPPLY May 21st, 2013
Mr. Chair, come on. A rookie MP has to tell the minister that they are called the National Energy Board Onshore Pipeline Regulations. It was a very simple question.
How many times has the department had meetings with representatives of the Canadian Standards Association to determine whether regulations for Canada's onshore pipelines are up-to-date and comply with international regulations?
BUSINESS OF SUPPLY May 21st, 2013
Mr. Chair, I can answer the question: the regulations are 14 to 19 years old. There has been no oversight for 14 years.
Does the minister even know what the regulations are called?
BUSINESS OF SUPPLY May 21st, 2013
Mr. Chair, does the minister know when the regulations applicable to backup power systems and emergency shutdown systems went into effect?
BUSINESS OF SUPPLY May 21st, 2013
Mr. Chair, does the minister know when the regulations applicable to backup power systems and emergency shutdown systems went into effect?
BUSINESS OF SUPPLY May 21st, 2013
Mr. Chair, I hope that we will comply with the rules for this type of debate and that the time I take to ask my question will be equal to the time the minister takes to respond.
What kind of minister is he? It is clear that the companies have him in their back pocket.
Mr. Chair, did the minister know, before May 2013, that the NEB did not inspect emergency shutdown systems at pump stations on a regular basis and did not consistently enforce the regulations?
BUSINESS OF SUPPLY May 21st, 2013
Mr. Chair, did the minister know, before May 2013, that the NEB did not inspect backup power systems at pump stations on a regular basis and did not consistently enforce the regulations?
BUSINESS OF SUPPLY May 21st, 2013
Mr. Chair, it may be independent; however, it is the minister's responsibility to ensure oversight of all agencies associated with his department.
Does the minister agree that Canada needs to improve its pipeline safety measures?
BUSINESS OF SUPPLY May 21st, 2013
Mr. Chair, clearly the minister does not understand my questions in French, but I will try again.
I asked how many board employees will be responsible for compliance activities in the coming year.
BUSINESS OF SUPPLY May 21st, 2013
Mr. Chair, how many board employees will be responsible for compliance activities in the coming year?