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House Hansard - 112

44th Parl. 1st Sess.
October 18, 2022 10:00AM
Context: House Hansard - 112 - Oct/18/22
Hon. Dan Vandal (Minister of Northern Affairs, Minister responsible for Prairies Economic Development Canada and Minister responsible for the Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency, Lib.)
  • Oct/18/22 3:06:03 p.m.
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Mr. Speaker, I was in Inuvik as well, about six weeks ago, and there I announced $163 million of new money for the nutrition north program. The program moves beyond a simple subsidy for nutrition north. It offers a new community food programs fund directly to support community-led food initiatives. We are providing more funds directly to indigenous partners through the harvesters support grant, increasing traditional country foods for our partners.
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Mrs. Laila Goodridge (Fort McMurray—Cold Lake, CPC)
  • Oct/18/22 3:06:42 p.m.
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Mr. Speaker, unfortunately, there is a simple answer to this problem: The Liberals could end the carbon tax. Experts are warning that Canadians could see heating costs double this winter. As we brace for the winter months, Canadians will be paying more to heat their houses, gas up and stock their fridges due to the out-of-control inflationary spending from the Liberal government. Canadians are going to need more than just hot air from the members opposite to stay warm this winter. Will the Prime Minister end his plan to triple the taxes on groceries, gas and home heating?
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Hon. Jonathan Wilkinson (Minister of Natural Resources, Lib.)
  • Oct/18/22 3:07:21 p.m.
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Mr. Speaker, as I said previously, I think we can all agree that the affordability challenges facing Canadians are very important. That is why we are moving forward with the GST tax credit. That is why we are moving forward with dental care for children in this country. It is important for the hon. member to understand that the direct rebates to families paying the carbon tax are greater for 80% of the families than what they actually pay. This works to help with affordability. I would also say that we have to take into account the future costs of inaction on climate change. Absent urgent action, those costs will be $25 billion by 2025 and $100 billion a year by 2050. For the sake of our children, we need to take action on climate change.
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Mr. Patrick Weiler (West Vancouver—Sunshine Coast—Sea to Sky Country, Lib.)
  • Oct/18/22 3:08:10 p.m.
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Mr. Speaker, small and medium-sized indigenous businesses across the country experienced great volatility during the pandemic. With the federal government's support, many were able to stay in operation by taking advantage of loans through the COVID indigenous business initiative. As the economy continues to rebound and companies recover, could the Minister of Indigenous Services please update this House on what measures are being made available to support indigenous businesses?
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Hon. Patty Hajdu (Minister of Indigenous Services and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario, Lib.)
  • Oct/18/22 3:08:41 p.m.
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Mr. Speaker, I thank my hon. colleague for caring about the success of small businesses and, in particular, indigenous small businesses, which were equally hit hard during the pandemic. We have announced that we will be providing 50% loan forgiveness for indigenous small businesses across this country. That is about 3,800 small businesses that will go on to hire friends, family and neighbours and continue to grow our economy here in Canada. I am thankful for all small businesses, including those run by indigenous people in Canada.
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Ms. Heather McPherson (Edmonton Strathcona, NDP)
  • Oct/18/22 3:09:18 p.m.
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Mr. Speaker, the government was asked a very clear question about support for Alberta workers. Its answer was insulting, so I am going to ask it again: Will the minister support the Alberta Federation of Labour's plan for a future economy? Albertans are tired of empty words and no action. There is a massive opportunity for good-paying union jobs, and Alberta workers risk getting left behind because of the government's inaction. We need the government to commit real dollars and take real action now. Where is the plan for Alberta workers? Where are the—
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The Speaker
  • Oct/18/22 3:09:54 p.m.
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The hon. Minister of Natural Resources.
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Hon. Jonathan Wilkinson (Minister of Natural Resources, Lib.)
  • Oct/18/22 3:10:00 p.m.
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Mr. Speaker, I will underline the fact that I was in Calgary just a couple of weeks ago meeting with the Alberta federation and a number of the unions in Alberta talking about exactly these issues. I would say there was an enormous amount of agreement about the need to develop an economy that is going to be strong and that will create jobs and economic opportunities. We are working very directly with labour in Alberta. We are working very directly with some of the member's colleagues, whom she may want to talk to about that, to ensure that we are moving forward in the right way.
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Mr. Alexandre Boulerice (Rosemont—La Petite-Patrie, NDP)
  • Oct/18/22 3:10:32 p.m.
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Mr. Speaker, obviously there is no plan at all. We learned that the Liberals spent $28 million to lease land near Roxham Road and they did so secretly. Instead of suspending the safe third country agreement to streamline the process for refugees, the Liberals chose to funnel millions of dollars of public money to a Liberal donor without a call for tenders. For a Liberal, a crony is always a crony. When will the Liberals suspend the safe third country agreement as the NDP has been calling for?
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Mrs. Marie-France Lalonde (Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, Lib.)
  • Oct/18/22 3:11:18 p.m.
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Mr. Speaker, the rental agreements were negotiated based on fair market value to arrive at a competitive price. Given the location of the land and its proximity to the border, this was an ideal location for CBSA. Our government is delivering open, fair and transparent procurement processes, while obtaining the best value for Canadians.
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The Speaker
  • Oct/18/22 3:11:51 p.m.
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I wish to draw the attention of hon. members to the presence in the gallery of Hon. Natalie Jameson, Minister of Education and Lifelong Learning and Minister responsible for the Status of Women for the Province of Prince Edward Island. Some hon. members: Hear, hear!
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The Speaker
  • Oct/18/22 3:12:24 p.m.
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It being 3:12 p.m., pursuant to order made on Thursday, June 23, the House will now proceed to the taking of the deferred recorded division on the motion at second reading stage of Bill C‑22. Call in the members.
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The Speaker
  • Oct/18/22 3:26:37 p.m.
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  • Re: Bill C-22 
I declare the motion carried. Accordingly, the bill stands referred to the Standing Committee on Human Resources, Skills and Social Development and the Status of Persons with Disabilities.
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The Speaker
  • Oct/18/22 3:26:49 p.m.
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Pursuant to the order made on Thursday, June 23, the House will now proceed to the taking of the deferred recorded division on the motion to concur in the fifth report of the Standing Committee on Citizenship and Immigration.
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The Speaker
  • Oct/18/22 3:39:35 p.m.
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I declare the motion carried.
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Hon. Mark Holland (Leader of the Government in the House of Commons, Lib.)
  • Oct/18/22 3:39:39 p.m.
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  • Re: Bill C-31 
Mr. Speaker, in relation to the consideration of Government Business No. 20, I move: That debate be not further adjourned.
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The Speaker
  • Oct/18/22 3:40:59 p.m.
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The hon. Minister of Indigenous Services is rising on a point of order.
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Hon. Patty Hajdu
  • Oct/18/22 3:41:10 p.m.
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  • Re: Bill C-31 
Mr. Speaker, I just wanted to express my disappointment at hearing members of the opposition, in particular the Conservatives, asking our Deputy Prime Minister to smile a little more. This is recognized as a known sexist remark. I would just say that—
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The Speaker
  • Oct/18/22 3:41:28 p.m.
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I am afraid that this is more of a point of debate and not a point of order. However, I do want to remind both sides that when someone is answering or talking, as I am, to listen and to respect each other. We will now return to the motion that was put forward. Pursuant to Standing Order 67.1, there will now be a 30-minute question period. I invite hon. members who wish to ask questions to rise in their places or use the “raise hand” function so the Chair has some idea of the number of members who wish to participate in this question period. The hon. member for Sarnia—Lambton.
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Ms. Marilyn Gladu (Sarnia—Lambton, CPC)
  • Oct/18/22 3:43:15 p.m.
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  • Re: Bill C-31 
Mr. Speaker, here we are again. The Liberal government, which promised Canadians that it would not shut down debate, is doing it again. It is shameful. These are important measures to get right. There are concerns that have been expressed on this motion, as well as the bill that it pertains to, and the government is not listening. I am very disappointed to see, once again, a lack of transparency and Liberals not keeping their promises, which is what we have come to expect from this government.
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