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Bill C-17

44th Parl. 1st Sess.
March 25, 2022
An Act to amend the Federal-Provincial Fiscal Arrangements Act and to authorize certain payments to be made out of the Consolidated Revenue Fund
  • This bill, titled "An Act to amend the Federal-Provincial Fiscal Arrangements Act and to authorize certain payments to be made out of the Consolidated Revenue Fund," is aimed at making changes to the Federal-Provincial Fiscal Arrangements Act and allowing for certain payments to be made from the Consolidated Revenue Fund. The purpose of this bill is to authorize additional payments to the provinces and territories. It also allows for payments to be made from the Consolidated Revenue Fund to address transit shortfalls and needs, as well as improve housing supply and affordability. Overall, this bill aims to provide financial support to the provinces and territories, particularly in the areas of transit and housing, in order to address existing gaps and improve the availability and affordability of housing.
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SteelmanSpren in Favour

  • A steelman argument in favor of Bill C-17, An Act to amend the Federal-Provincial Fiscal Arrangements Act and to authorize certain payments to be made out of the Consolidated Revenue Fund, could be as follows: Providing additional financial support to provinces and territories through this bill is crucial for addressing transit shortfalls, improving housing supply, and increasing affordability. By authorizing payments out of the Consolidated Revenue Fund, this legislation ensures that the necessary funds are available to fulfill these urgent needs. Transit shortfalls have been a long-standing issue in many municipalities, with insufficient funding leading to inadequate public transportation services. By addressing these shortfalls, the bill enables municipalities to improve their transit systems, thereby benefiting residents who rely on public transportation for their daily commute. Furthermore, the bill's provisions for improving ho

SteelmanSpren Against

  • One steelman argument opposing this bill could be: While it is important to address transit shortfalls and improve housing supply and affordability, this bill raises concerns about the allocation of funds and the potential for misuse of taxpayer money. The additional cash payments to provinces and territories, totaling $2 billion, may not be distributed equitably and may not be used efficiently to address the specific needs and priorities of each region. Furthermore, the provision for payments from the Consolidated Revenue Fund, up to $750 million, for transit and housing purposes lacks transparency and accountability. There is no clear framework or criteria for determining the amount of each payment or how the funds will be monitored and evaluated to ensure they are being used effectively. Instead of authorizing large lump-sum payments, it would be more prudent to consider allocating funds on a project-by-project basis, with clear b
House First Reading
  • March 25, 2022, 10 a.m.
  • In Progress
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