The Hon. the Speaker: I hear a “no.” Leave is not granted.

(On motion of Senator Martin, debate adjourned.)

The Senate proceeded to consideration of the second report of the Standing Committee on Ethics and Conflict of Interest for Senators (Budget—consideration of matters relating to the Ethics and Conflict of Interest Code for Senators—power to hire staff and to travel), presented in the Senate on April 11, 2024.

The Hon. the Speaker: Is leave granted?

An Hon. Senator: No.

The Hon. the Speaker informed the Senate that a message had been received from the House of Commons with Bill C-50, An Act respecting accountability, transparency and engagement to support the creation of sustainable jobs for workers and economic growth in a net-zero economy.

(Bill read first time.)

[Translation]

The Hon. the Speaker: Honourable senators, when shall this bill be read the second time?

(On motion of Senator Gold, bill placed on the Orders of the Day for second reading two days hence.)

[English]

Hon. Senators: Agreed.

(Motion agreed to and report adopted.)

On the Order:

Resuming debate on the inquiry of the Honourable Senator Coyle, calling the attention of the Senate to the importance of finding solutions to transition Canada’s society, economy and resource use in pursuit of a fair, prosperous, sustainable and peaceful net-zero emissions future for our country and the planet.

The Hon. the Speaker: Is leave granted, honourable senators?

Hon. Yonah Martin (Deputy Leader of the Opposition): Honourable senators, I note that this item is also on day 15, and with leave of the Senate, I’d like to take adjournment for the balance of my time.

Hon. Marilou McPhedran: Honourable senators, I note that this item is at day 15, and I’m not ready to speak at this time. With leave of the Senate and notwithstanding rule 4-15(3), I move the adjournment of the debate for the balance of time.