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Statements by Members
I would like to remind everyone that Statements by Members are 60 seconds in length.
Statements by Members
Before we go to question period today, I would like to return to the points of order raised yesterday, May 4, 2022, concerning remarks made during Oral Questions. First, the House leader of the official opposition alleged that the Prime Minister had used unparliamentary language. The Chair listened again to the proceedings during question period and must admit that, with all the noise in the House… Read full speechShow less
Before we go to question period today, I would like to return to the points of order raised yesterday, May 4, 2022, concerning remarks made during Oral Questions. First, the House leader of the official opposition alleged that the Prime Minister had used unparliamentary language. The Chair listened again to the proceedings during question period and must admit that, with all the noise in the House, I was unable to determine what may have been said. Under the circumstances, I can only ask members to observe the normal rules of debate and decorum in the House and avoid disrespectful remarks. As I also mentioned yesterday, I heard unparliamentary language from both sides of the House. I further reiterate that none of these remarks should be made in this place. Further, for his part, the member for Central Okanagan—Similkameen—Nicola argued that a question put to the Prime Minister by the member for Pontiac had nothing to do with the administrative nature of government. I want to remind all members that question period is an opportunity for members to obtain information from the government and to hold it to account. However, our rules require that questions be within the government’s administrative responsibility. After listening to the question again, the Chair admits that it had no direct link to the government’s overall responsibilities or the specific responsibilities of one of its ministers. Instead, it asked the Prime Minister to comment on the words and gestures of another political party. In future, such a question will be deemed out of order. I invite members to take these guidelines into consideration when next they speak. We will be starting question period in a few moments. I hope that it will be less tumultuous than it was yesterday. I urge members to remember that moderation is always in good taste. Before we start, for those of you whose blood pressure is a little high, it is a beautiful day outside. Go for a walk.
Oral Questions
We were doing really well there. Let us have a respectful answer. The hon. Minister of Mental Health and Addictions.
Oral Questions
I am hearing a lot of chatter here. I do not know what has been going on between questions. There is some friendly banter going on here, so maybe call it off. The hon. member for Nunavut.
Oral Questions
All those opposed to the hon. member's moving the motion will please say nay. It is agreed. The House has heard the terms of the motion. All those opposed to the motion will please say nay. (Motion agreed to)
Oral Questions
All those opposed to the hon. member's moving the motion will please say nay. It is agreed. The House has heard the terms of the motion. All those opposed to the motion will please say nay. (Motion agreed to)
Oral Questions
Pursuant to order made on Monday, May 2, the minister's request to extend the said sitting is deemed adopted. The hon. member for Courtenay—Alberni is rising on a point of order.
Oral Questions
We are going to go to a new bill, so we are changing completely. The hon. member for Repentigny.
Oral Questions
Order. Hold on a second. Again, as I have said, talk to your whips and get on the list for question period. I am more than happy to have other questions asked in the House of Commons. The hon. member for Beloeil—Chambly.
Oral Questions
Apparently, I interrupted the Prime Minister, who had not finished answering the question. I thought he had.
Oral Questions
In that case, before giving the floor back to the member for Beloeil—Chambly, we will go back to the Prime Minister, so he can finish answering the question from the member for Thornhill. The hon. Prime Minister.
Oral Questions
Order. I am about to refer to members by name rather than by constituency. That is the next step. I do not wish to do that. I remind members that they have chosen to be in the House. Conversations are to take place outside the House, period. The hon. member for Saanich—Gulf Islands.
Oral Questions
Order, please. I do not know what is in the air today. The hon. member for Pontiac.
Oral Questions
I know the member for Edmonton Strathcona has a motion to put forward. I want to make sure she has had her conversations with the other parties. The hon. member for Edmonton Strathcona.
Oral Questions
The hon. House leader of the official opposition.
Oral Questions
I am going to come back to the House on this one. Either it is parliamentary or it is not. There is no grading of the actual terms that we use. The hon. member for Central Okanagan—Similkameen—Nicola.
Government Orders
I declare the amendment to the amendment defeated. The next question is on the amendment. If a member of a recognized party present in the House wishes to request a recorded division or that the amendment be adopted on division, I would invite them to rise and indicate it to the Chair. The hon. House leader for the official opposition.
It being Wednesday, we will now have the singing of the national anthem, led by the hon. member for Kitchener—Conestoga. [Members sang the national anthem]
Statements By Members
I want to remind folks to keep their conversations outside in the lobbies. The hon. member for York—Simcoe.
Oral Questions
The member for Beloeil—Chambly can now ask his question.
Oral Questions
Try to keep it down. Try to keep it quiet so we can hear the answers and can hear the questions, and have respect for the questions as much as respect for the answers. The hon. member for Cumberland—Colchester.
Government Orders
I declare the amendment defeated. The next question is on the main motion. If a member of a recognized party present in the House wishes to request a recorded division or that the motion be adopted on division, I would invite them to rise and indicate it to the Chair. The hon. opposition House leader.
Oral Questions
I want to remind everyone that I have a clock here, and I am watching the time as well. The hon. member for Charlesbourg—Haute-Saint-Charles.
Oral Questions
Everyone is getting in on the act. The hon. member for Sturgeon River—Parkland.
Government Orders
I declare the motion carried. (Bill read the third time and passed)
Oral Questions
We crossed a couple of lines there, and I want us to be careful when we talk about misinformation and when we impugn other members and what they are doing. I want us to be careful. I heard it from all sides.
Oral Questions
Order, order. I can stand here for the rest of question period and then that would be that. Do we want to continue with question period? That is my question.
Oral Questions
That is very good. However, we are out of control. We need to bring it down a bit so the people watching from above and the people watching at home can understand that we are having a debate that is important to Canadians. Let us bring it down. The hon. member for Lethbridge.
Oral Questions
Order. The previous comment still applies. The hon. member for Burnaby South.
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The hon. member for Edmonton Riverbend.
Oral Questions
Order. The hon. member for Pontiac may start her question over.
Oral Questions
I would ask members to come to order.
Oral Questions
I can say during question period that there were a number of things flying back and forth. I did not hear what the Prime Minister said. All I can say is I heard a number of lies on this side, as well. Those are things that should not be said in this House of Commons. As I said before, during question period we should show some decorum in the House of Commons and watch what we are saying to each ot… Read full speechShow less
I can say during question period that there were a number of things flying back and forth. I did not hear what the Prime Minister said. All I can say is I heard a number of lies on this side, as well. Those are things that should not be said in this House of Commons. As I said before, during question period we should show some decorum in the House of Commons and watch what we are saying to each other so that we reflect what Canadians want in this House of Commons. I thank the member for his intervention. The hon. member for Richmond—Arthabaska on a point of order.
Oral Questions
Order. It is yes or no. It is not up for debate. The hon. member for Saanich—Gulf Islands.
Oral Questions
Order. The hon. member for Foothills on a point of order.
Oral Questions
All those opposed to the hon. member's moving the motion will please say nay. I hear none. The House has heard the terms of the motion. All those opposed to the motion will please say nay.
Oral Questions
We are falling into a little too much debate here. The hon. House leader of the official opposition.
Oral Questions
We will check Hansard and return to the House. The hon. parliamentary secretary to the government House leader.
Oral Questions
Thank you for that intervention. We will come back to the House with a response to that as well. The hon. member for Saanich—Gulf Islands.
Oral Questions
Speaker Bosley passed away, and we are going to do a round of tributes. The hon. member for Cardigan, the Minister of Veterans Affairs.
Oral Questions
All those opposed to the hon. member's moving the motion please say nay.
Oral Questions
As the 31st Speaker of the House of Commons, John Bosley was, in the best sense of the word, a true servant of the House. When the prime minister at the time, the Right Hon. Brian Mulroney, chose Mr. Bosley to occupy the position of Speaker of the House, it was regarded as a wise choice, in light of Mr. Bosley's fairness and wisdom, as well as his deep respect for the House and its members. As Spe… Read full speechShow less
As the 31st Speaker of the House of Commons, John Bosley was, in the best sense of the word, a true servant of the House. When the prime minister at the time, the Right Hon. Brian Mulroney, chose Mr. Bosley to occupy the position of Speaker of the House, it was regarded as a wise choice, in light of Mr. Bosley's fairness and wisdom, as well as his deep respect for the House and its members. As Speaker, Mr. Bosley was called on to interpret a new set of rules adopted by the House, including a provision calling for the Speaker to be elected by secret ballot, which would reinforce the Speaker's independence, neutrality and authority. Mr. Bosley's deep regard for the institution of Parliament and his firm belief that members should indeed be given the opportunity to choose their own presiding officer prodded him to step down from the position of Speaker in September of 1986. Moreover, before his departure took effect, he presided over the first selection of a new Speaker by secret ballot and, in doing so, Mr. Bosley placed the interests of the House ahead of his own and left his legacy as a demonstration of true leadership. On behalf of the entire House, on what would have been his 75th birthday, I too would like to thank Mr. Bosley for his commitment to Parliament and extend my condolences to his family. The hon. member for South Surrey—White Rock is rising on a point of order.
Oral Questions
I thank the hon. member for that intervention. The hon. member for Timmins—James Bay.
Oral Questions
The hon. member for South Surrey—White Rock.
Oral Questions
Order. I do not know what is in the air today, but boy.
Government Orders
It being 3:50 p.m., pursuant to order made on Thursday, November 25, 2021, the House will now proceed to the taking of the deferred recorded division on the amendment to the amendment on the motion at third reading of Bill C-8. Call in the members.
Private Members' Business
As this is the first recorded division to be taken on an item of Private Members' Business in Parliament, I would like to take this opportunity to explain the procedure. The recorded division will start with the sponsor of the item, regardless of whether the member is participating in person or by video conference. We will then proceed row by row, without making any distinction of party, with memb… Read full speechShow less
As this is the first recorded division to be taken on an item of Private Members' Business in Parliament, I would like to take this opportunity to explain the procedure. The recorded division will start with the sponsor of the item, regardless of whether the member is participating in person or by video conference. We will then proceed row by row, without making any distinction of party, with members in favour of the motion, beginning at the back row of the side of the House on which the sponsor sits. I will call each row until we reach the front row of the seats. After we have gone through all the rows on this side, the hon. members on the other side of the House will have their turn to vote, starting again with the last row. Those opposed to the motion will be called in the same order. Members who are not present in the House will cast their votes using the electronic voting system, as was the case for other votes recently. The House will now proceed to the taking of the deferred recorded division on the motion at second reading stage of Bill C-242 under Private Members' Business.
Private Members' Business
I declare the motion carried. Accordingly, the bill stands referred to the Standing Committee on Citizenship and Immigration. (Bill read the second time and referred to a committee) I wish to inform the House that because of the deferred recorded divisions, Government Orders will be extended by 52 minutes.