Budget Implementation Act, 2021, No. 1  Madam Speaker, the member asks a question that strikes at the heart of the way the Liberals have pulled the wool over the eyes of Canadians. They are trying to outflank the NDP on the left regarding policy measures, and when it comes to actual implementation to deal with the things they promised to deal with, they end up simply saying that they will consult going forward or they back away from their commitments entirely.

Budget Implementation Act, 2021, No. 1  Madam Speaker, it has become standard practice for successive Liberal governments, whether through direct legislative means, as we see in this bill, or through the myriad of other regulatory or political mechanisms, to blur the lines between the different levels of government. Our federation works because there has to be respect between the different levels of government, and unfortunately we have seen a significant erosion of that over the last six years.

Budget Implementation Act, 2021, No. 1  Madam Speaker, it is an honour to join in the debate, once again, in the House. However, from what I am hearing in the media, and the rumours around Ottawa, we very well may be facing an election in the coming months. As this may be my last speech prior to that election, I want to share some brief words of thanks to the constituents of Battle River—Crowfoot for the honour to be their voice in Canada's Parliament over the last year and a half or so.

Budget Implementation Act, 2021, No. 1  Madam Speaker, I had the chance to listen to both the first part and second part of the hon. member's speech. I have not heard very much about a part of the bill that proposes an amendment to the Canada Elections Act, which specifically would make it unlawful to knowingly mislead electors during an election campaign.

Budget Implementation Act, 2021, No. 1  Madam Speaker, I want to thank my hon. friend and colleague for the shout-out and comment on how troubling the debt level is that exists for new Canadians. I am very happy to have celebrated the birth of my third son, Winston, so I appreciate that context for what we are debating here today.

Government Priorities  Madam Speaker, the Deputy Prime Minister’s misleading and blind partisan rhetoric over the last week is quite something. It was recently pointed out to me that the Liberals' attitude is like that of an irresponsible student who, only when faced with a deadline and possible failure in a class, realizes their actions have consequences.

Budget Implementation Act, 2021, No. 1  Madam Speaker, I find it interesting to hear the Liberals tying themselves in rhetorical knots about defending aspects of policies and trying to distance themselves from decisions that were made in the past. It certainly is a fascinating discussion in rhetoric. My question for the member is quite simple.

The Environment  Mr. Speaker, a fixed-income senior recently shared how he was excited about the new Canada greener homes grant to upgrade his coal-fired furnace. His excitement quickly turned to disappointment after learning the details of the program. With the rising cost of living, he cannot afford to pay up front for the pre and post EnerGuide evaluations, let alone front the cost to replace the furnace itself.

Combatting Tax Evasion  Mr. Speaker, this point of order originates from question period today, where the Prime Minister, in his final round of answering questions from the Leader of the Opposition, spoke specifically about the structure of NSICOP. I would seek the unanimous consent of the House to table, in both official languages, a segment of the recent Standing Committee on Public Safety committee meeting where the chair of NSICOP outlined very clearly that NSICOP is not so much an oversight committee as it is a review committee.

Petitions  Mr. Speaker, it is an honour to be able to present two petitions today on behalf of independent travel advisers in my constituency. The petitioners would like this House to know that there are 12,000 independent travel advisers across Canada who have been largely without income for more than a year because of the implications of the COVID travel restrictions due to the pandemic.

Government Response to Petitions  Madam Speaker, I appreciate that, but the numbers were not translated into English. As much as I am proud of our bilingual heritage, I would ask that it be repeated, so that members who are not fluent in Canada's other official language would be able to hear the specifics of the questions that were named.

Government Response to Petitions  Madam Speaker, I rise on a point of order. The minister just made reference to answering a number of questions. Generally, those answers are associated with numbers. I wonder if that was a mistake on his part or if there is an aspect in the Standing Orders of the House that I am not aware of.

Points of Order  Madam Speaker, although I have significant points of order regarding the proceedings this morning, I will leave those for another time. I would specifically call your attention to how important it is that the actions of members on camera also reflect the expected high standards in the House.

Broadcasting Act  Madam Speaker, on a point of order, I am not aware that the Standing Orders have been suspended to not allow points of order. I believe that would have to be something that is agreed to by the House. It is astounding that debate is being censored on censorship.

Business of Supply  Madam Speaker, I appreciated my hon. colleague and friend's speech. He articulated very well the hypocrisy that is being demonstrated daily by the government. There has been a lot of conversation about the need to balance national security interests with accountability. To suggest that this motion does not take that into account is simply a tactic from the government to distract from the real issue of accountability.