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House Hansard - 18

44th Parl. 1st Sess.
December 15, 2021 02:00PM
Context: House Hansard - 18 - Dec/15/21
Mr. Anthony Housefather (Mount Royal, Lib.)
  • Dec/15/21 2:21:25 p.m.
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Mr. Speaker, Twas the last sitting week before Christmasand because of omicron, I am playing to a half-empty House.So, instead of hearing riotous laughter,I am afraid it may be quiet as a mouse.We just had an election, spending and effort galore,yet when it ended, the House of Commons was the same as before. Nobody got what they wanted. For the Liberals, hopes of a majority dashed. And for the opposition, its chance of forming government trashed.Each party wondering just what to changein order to ensure that its dreams come into range. The Conservative caucus with its leader true blue,asked to meet Santa in person to hear what he thought they should do. Unfortunately the meeting was refused due to one complication,for in-person meetings, Santa requires proof of vaccination. “I’m a very old man”, said Saint Nick “and COVID I fear, after all I was already 500 when Shakespeare wrote King Lear.” But by email to the leader, Mr. Claus made 3 points: the far right of your caucus just do not coddle; outhouse videos are nothing but twaddle; and please don’t try to be a Men’s Health Model. For the Bloc, Santa’s advice was very clear. If the party ever finds itself in dire straits,speak to the network consortium and demand more English debates. The Greens tried to reach Santa but they completely failed.As the ship carrying their leader headed North, Her entire caucus and membership bailed. For the PM, Kris Kringle gave sage counsel,“Please find someone to manage your travel, both location and date, or your government can unravel.” And finally the NDP who did not need Santa’s advice. Why try to form government when 25 seats would suffice? As we head to the new year, I wish everyone the best.Good health and happiness and let’s all come back here with zest!
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