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Wednesday, February 24, 2021 (No. 65)
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Private Members’ Business |
Deferred Recorded Divisions |
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C-213 — February 17, 2021 — Deferred recorded division on the motion of Mr. Julian (New Westminster—Burnaby), seconded by Mr. Boulerice (Rosemont—La Petite-Patrie), — That Bill C-213, An Act to enact the Canada Pharmacare Act, be now read a second time and referred to the Standing Committee on Health. |
Pursuant to Standing Order 86(3), jointly seconded by: |
Mr. Manly (Nanaimo—Ladysmith) — November 18, 2020 |
Recorded division — deferred until Wednesday, February 24, 2021, at the expiry of the time provided for Oral Questions, pursuant to order made Monday, January 25, 2021. |
C-223 — February 18, 2021 — Deferred recorded division on the motion of Ms. Bérubé (Abitibi—Baie-James—Nunavik—Eeyou), seconded by Ms. Michaud (Avignon—La Mitis—Matane—Matapédia), — That Bill C-223, An Act to amend the Citizenship Act (adequate knowledge of French in Quebec), be now read a second time and referred to the Standing Committee on Citizenship and Immigration. |
Recorded division — deferred until Wednesday, February 24, 2021, at the expiry of the time provided for Oral Questions, pursuant to order made Monday, January 25, 2021. |
M-35 — February 19, 2021 — Resuming consideration of the motion of Mr. Battiste (Sydney—Victoria), seconded by Mr. Lamoureux (Winnipeg North), — That: (a) the House recognize that (i) Canadians understand that climate change represents a threat to our way of life and are looking for opportunities where they can make a difference in their day-to-day lives, (ii) Canadian consumers want and deserve to know the environmental impacts of the products they purchase so that they can make informed decisions, (iii) Canadian industries have already begun to see the benefits of selling sustainable produced and locally grown products, (iv) the government can play a role in bringing together consumer interests and Canadian businesses to create a clear and concise metric by which Canadians can consider the impacts of their buying habits; and (b) the Standing Committee on Environment and Sustainable Development be instructed to (i) undertake a study to recommend a consumer-friendly environment grading label on all products available to Canadian consumers and to provide recommendations to the industry sector on ways to implement the labelling regime, and that the study examine, among other matters, the possibility of having the environment grading label include greenhouse gas emissions, water and energy usage, and waste creation, (ii) invite various stakeholders in Canada such as farmers, the industry sector, and environmental experts to appear before the committee on this study, (iii) schedule no fewer than 12 meetings for the study, (iv) report its findings and recommendations to the House within one year following the adoption of this motion. |
Deferred recorded division on the amendment of Mr. Ehsassi (Willowdale), seconded by Mr. Lamoureux (Winnipeg North), — That the motion be amended by: |
(a) replacing the words “and (b) the Standing Committee on Environment and Sustainable Development” with the words “and (b) the Standing Committee on Industry, Science and Technology”; |
(b) replacing the words “(iii) schedule no fewer than 12 meetings for the study” with the words “(iii) schedule no fewer than six meetings for the study”; and |
(c) adding, after the words “waste creation”, the following: “, chemicals in products, recyclability, and durability, and which labelling could also include digital labelling to avoid increasing the need for packaging”. |
Pursuant to Standing Order 86(3), jointly seconded by: |
Mr. Manly (Nanaimo—Ladysmith) — February 21, 2020 |
Ms. May (Saanich—Gulf Islands) — February 24, 2020 |
Mrs. Atwin (Fredericton) — February 25, 2020 |
Recorded division on the amendment — deferred until Wednesday, February 24, 2021, at the expiry of the time provided for Oral Questions, pursuant to order made Monday, January 25, 2021. |
Voting on the main motion — immediately after the amendment is disposed of, pursuant to Standing Order 93(1). |
C-206 — February 22, 2021 — Deferred recorded division on the motion of Mr. Lawrence (Northumberland—Peterborough South), seconded by Mr. Barlow (Foothills), — That Bill C-206, An Act to amend the Greenhouse Gas Pollution Pricing Act (qualifying farming fuel), be now read a second time and referred to the Standing Committee on Agriculture and Agri-Food. |
Pursuant to Standing Order 86(3), jointly seconded by: |
Mr. Falk (Provencher) — February 19, 2020 |
Mr. Maguire (Brandon—Souris) — February 21, 2020 |
Mrs. Stubbs (Lakeland) — February 23, 2020 |
Mr. Viersen (Peace River—Westlock) — March 6, 2020 |
Mr. Melillo (Kenora) — September 28, 2020 |
Mr. Barlow (Foothills) — October 27, 2020 |
Mr. Steinley (Regina—Lewvan) and Mr. Kurek (Battle River—Crowfoot) — November 20, 2020 |
Mr. Epp (Chatham-Kent—Leamington) — November 21, 2020 |
Recorded division — deferred until Wednesday, February 24, 2021, at the expiry of the time provided for Oral Questions, pursuant to order made Monday, January 25, 2021. |
C-225 — February 23, 2021 — Deferred recorded division on the motion of Mr. Simard (Jonquière), seconded by Ms. Pauzé (Repentigny), — That Bill C-225, An Act to amend the Aeronautics Act, the Fishing and Recreational Harbours Act and other Acts (application of provincial law), be now read a second time and referred to the Standing Committee on Transport, Infrastructure and Communities. |
Recorded division — deferred until Wednesday, February 24, 2021, at the expiry of the time provided for Oral Questions, pursuant to order made Monday, January 25, 2021. |
Items in the Order of Precedence |
No. 3 |
C-237 — November 27, 2020 — Resuming consideration of the motion of Ms. Sidhu (Brampton South), seconded by Mr. Lamoureux (Winnipeg North), — That Bill C-237, An Act to establish a national framework for diabetes, be now read a second time and referred to the Standing Committee on Health. |
Pursuant to Standing Order 86(3), jointly seconded by: |
Mr. Van Bynen (Newmarket—Aurora) — March 2, 2020 |
Mr. Melillo (Kenora) — September 28, 2020 |
Mr. Manly (Nanaimo—Ladysmith) — October 5, 2020 |
Mr. Falk (Provencher) and Mrs. Atwin (Fredericton) — October 30, 2020 |
Debate — one hour remaining, pursuant to Standing Order 93(1). |
Voting — at the expiry of the time provided for debate, pursuant to Standing Order 93(1). |
No. 4 |
C-216 — November 24, 2020 — Resuming consideration of the motion of Mr. Plamondon (Bécancour—Nicolet—Saurel), seconded by Ms. Michaud (Avignon—La Mitis—Matane—Matapédia), — That Bill C-216, An Act to amend the Department of Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development Act (supply management), be now read a second time and referred to the Standing Committee on International Trade. |
Debate — one hour remaining, pursuant to Standing Order 93(1). |
Voting — at the expiry of the time provided for debate, pursuant to Standing Order 93(1). |
No. 5 |
C-236 — December 2, 2020 — Resuming consideration of the motion of Mr. Erskine-Smith (Beaches—East York), seconded by Mr. Oliphant (Don Valley West), — That Bill C-236, An Act to amend the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (evidence-based diversion measures), be now read a second time and referred to the Standing Committee on Justice and Human Rights. |
Pursuant to Standing Order 86(3), jointly seconded by: |
Mr. Weiler (West Vancouver—Sunshine Coast—Sea to Sky Country) — March 10, 2020 |
Mr. Manly (Nanaimo—Ladysmith) — July 17, 2020 |
Mr. Oliphant (Don Valley West) — November 23, 2020 |
Mr. Long (Saint John—Rothesay) — December 1, 2020 |
Debate — one hour remaining, pursuant to Standing Order 93(1). |
Voting — at the expiry of the time provided for debate, pursuant to Standing Order 93(1). |
No. 7 |
C-231 — December 7, 2020 — Resuming consideration of the motion of Mr. MacGregor (Cowichan—Malahat—Langford), seconded by Mr. Boulerice (Rosemont—La Petite-Patrie), — That Bill C-231, An Act to amend the Canada Pension Plan Investment Board Act (investments), be now read a second time and referred to the Standing Committee on Finance. |
Pursuant to Standing Order 86(3), jointly seconded by: |
Mr. Blaikie (Elmwood—Transcona) — February 28, 2020 |
Ms. Collins (Victoria), Ms. May (Saanich—Gulf Islands) and Mr. Boulerice (Rosemont—La Petite-Patrie) — March 11, 2020 |
Mr. Manly (Nanaimo—Ladysmith) — March 12, 2020 |
Ms. Blaney (North Island—Powell River) — November 3, 2020 |
Mr. Erskine-Smith (Beaches—East York) — November 25, 2020 |
Ms. Kwan (Vancouver East) — December 2, 2020 |
Debate — one hour remaining, pursuant to Standing Order 93(1). |
Voting — at the expiry of the time provided for debate, pursuant to Standing Order 93(1). |
No. 8 |
M-36 — December 8, 2020 — Resuming consideration of the motion of Mr. Jowhari (Richmond Hill), seconded by Mr. Fergus (Hull—Aylmer), — That the House recognize that: (a) the British Parliament abolished slavery in the British Empire as of August 1, 1834; (b) slavery existed in British North America prior to its abolition in 1834; (c) abolitionists and others who struggled against slavery, including those who arrived in Upper and Lower Canada by the Underground Railroad, have historically celebrated August 1 as Emancipation Day; (d) the Government of Canada announced on January 30, 2018, that it would officially recognize the United Nations International Decade for People of African Descent to highlight the important contributions that people of African descent have made to Canadian society, and to provide a platform for confronting anti-Black racism; and (e) the heritage of Canada’s people of African descent and the contributions they have made and continue to make to Canada; and that, in the opinion of the House, the government should designate August 1 of every year as “Emancipation Day” in Canada. |
Pursuant to Standing Order 86(3), jointly seconded by: |
Mr. Viersen (Peace River—Westlock) — July 22, 2020 |
Mr. Fergus (Hull—Aylmer) — October 23, 2020 |
Mr. Manly (Nanaimo—Ladysmith) — November 16, 2020 |
Mr. Ruff (Bruce—Grey—Owen Sound) — December 8, 2020 |
Debate — one hour remaining, pursuant to Standing Order 93(1). |
Voting — at the expiry of the time provided for debate, pursuant to Standing Order 93(1). |
No. 9 |
C-230 — December 8, 2020 — Resuming consideration of the motion of Ms. Zann (Cumberland—Colchester), seconded by Ms. May (Saanich—Gulf Islands), — That Bill C-230, An Act respecting the development of a national strategy to redress environmental racism, be now read a second time and referred to the Standing Committee on Environment and Sustainable Development. |
Pursuant to Standing Order 86(3), jointly seconded by: |
Mr. Manly (Nanaimo—Ladysmith) — July 17, 2020 |
Debate — one hour remaining, pursuant to Standing Order 93(1). |
Voting — at the expiry of the time provided for debate, pursuant to Standing Order 93(1). |
No. 10 |
C-226 — December 9, 2020 — Resuming consideration of the motion of Mr. Thériault (Montcalm), seconded by Ms. Gaudreau (Laurentides—Labelle), — That Bill C-226, An Act to amend the Canadian Multiculturalism Act (non-application in Quebec), be now read a second time and referred to the Standing Committee on Canadian Heritage. |
Debate — one hour remaining, pursuant to Standing Order 93(1). |
Voting — at the expiry of the time provided for debate, pursuant to Standing Order 93(1). |
No. 11 |
C-262 — December 11, 2020 — Mr. McLean (Calgary Centre) — Second reading and reference to the Standing Committee on Finance of Bill C-262, An Act to amend the Income Tax Act (capture and utilization or storage of greenhouse gases). |
No. 12 |
M-18 — December 11, 2020 — Resuming consideration of the motion of Mr. Maloney (Etobicoke—Lakeshore), seconded by Ms. Hutchings (Long Range Mountains), — That, in the opinion of the House, the government should recognize the important contributions that Irish-Canadians have made to building Canada, and to Canadian society in general, and should mark the importance of educating and reflecting upon Irish heritage and culture for future generations by declaring the month of March as Irish Heritage Month. |
Debate — one hour remaining, pursuant to Standing Order 93(1). |
Voting — at the expiry of the time provided for debate, pursuant to Standing Order 93(1). |
No. 14 |
C-234 — February 18, 2021 — On or after Friday, March 12, 2021 — Resuming consideration of the motion of Mr. Hoback (Prince Albert), seconded by Mr. Lehoux (Beauce), — That Bill C-234, An Act to amend the Income Tax Act (home security measures), be now read a second time and referred to the Standing Committee on Finance. |
Pursuant to Standing Order 86(3), jointly seconded by: |
Mrs. Stubbs (Lakeland) — February 27, 2020 |
Mr. Viersen (Peace River—Westlock) — March 6, 2020 |
Debate — one hour remaining, pursuant to Standing Order 93(1). |
Voting — at the expiry of the time provided for debate, pursuant to Standing Order 93(1). |
No. 15 |
C-233 — September 23, 2020 — Mrs. Wagantall (Yorkton—Melville) — Second reading and reference to the Standing Committee on Justice and Human Rights of Bill C-233, An Act to amend the Criminal Code (sex-selective abortion). |
Pursuant to Standing Order 86(3), jointly seconded by: |
Mr. Falk (Provencher) — February 28, 2020 |
Mrs. Falk (Battlefords—Lloydminster) — March 11, 2020 |
Motion may not be moved, pursuant to Standing Order 91.1(1). |
No. 16 |
C-272 — February 22, 2021 — Mr. May (Cambridge) — Second reading and reference to the Standing Committee on Industry, Science and Technology of Bill C-272, An Act to Amend the Copyright Act (diagnosis, maintenance or repair). |
Motion may not be moved, pursuant to Standing Order 91.1(1). |
No. 17 |
C-219 — September 23, 2020 — Mr. Nater (Perth—Wellington) — Second reading and reference to the Standing Committee on Justice and Human Rights of Bill C-219, An Act to amend the Criminal Code (sexual exploitation). |
Pursuant to Standing Order 86(3), jointly seconded by: |
Mr. Viersen (Peace River—Westlock) — March 6, 2020 |
Mr. Melillo (Kenora) — September 28, 2020 |
Motion may not be moved, pursuant to Standing Order 91.1(1). |
No. 18 |
C-265 — February 4, 2021 — Mrs. DeBellefeuille (Salaberry—Suroît) — Second reading and reference to the Standing Committee on Human Resources, Skills and Social Development and the Status of Persons with Disabilities of Bill C-265, An Act to amend the Employment Insurance Act (illness, injury or quarantine). |
Motion may not be moved, pursuant to Standing Order 91.1(1). |
No. 19 |
M-61 — January 28, 2021 — Mr. Aboultaif (Edmonton Manning) — That: |
(a) in the opinion of the House, the government should recognize that, |
(i) replacing oil and gas with more environmentally sustainable options is not technologically or economically feasible, |
(ii) Canada’s energy needs require the use of oil and gas to heat Canadian homes, schools and hospitals, to propel vehicles, to bring food to Canadian tables, and to produce electricity, |
(iii) Canadian oil and natural gas are produced with the highest environmental standards in the world, and domestic producers are global environmental leaders and responsible corporate citizens, |
(iv) using Canadian resources creates Canadian jobs, |
(v) First Nations involved in Canada’s oil and gas industry experience significant and profound positive economic effects, including higher rates of employment, higher incomes, and improved health and educational attainments, |
(vi) tax revenue from the fossil fuel industry is an important contributor to the national treasury, facilitating transfer payments benefitting all Canadians and allowing Canada to afford the social programs all Canadians depend on; and |
(b) the House recognize that, |
(i) Canada’s oil and gas industry from Western to Atlantic Canada is essential to the well-being of the nation and should be celebrated, |
(ii) tax and regulatory barriers limiting the responsible growth of Canada’s oil and gas industry should be removed. |
Pursuant to Standing Order 86(3), jointly seconded by: |
Mr. Viersen (Peace River—Westlock) — February 2, 2021 |
Motion may not be moved, pursuant to Standing Order 91.1(1). |
No. 20 |
C-269 — February 18, 2021 — Mr. Scheer (Regina—Qu'Appelle) — Second reading and reference to the Standing Committee on Environment and Sustainable Development of Bill C-269, An Act to amend the Fisheries Act (prohibition — deposit of raw sewage). |
Motion may not be moved, pursuant to Standing Order 91.1(1). |
No. 21 |
C-267 — February 17, 2021 — Mr. Duncan (Stormont—Dundas—South Glengarry) — Second reading and reference to the Standing Committee on Justice and Human Rights of Bill C-267, An Act to amend the Criminal Code (increasing the period of parole ineligibility). |
Motion may not be moved, pursuant to Standing Order 91.1(1). |
No. 22 |
C-253 — November 23, 2020 — Mrs. Gill (Manicouagan) — Second reading and reference to the Standing Committee on Industry, Science and Technology of Bill C-253, An Act to amend the Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act and the Companies’ Creditors Arrangement Act (pension plans and group insurance plans). |
Pursuant to Standing Order 86(3), jointly seconded by: |
Mr. Manly (Nanaimo—Ladysmith) — February 5, 2021 |
Ms. May (Saanich—Gulf Islands) — February 22, 2021 |
Motion may not be moved, pursuant to Standing Order 91.1(1). |
No. 23 |
C-271 — February 19, 2021 — Mr. Marcil (Mirabel) — Second reading and reference to the Standing Committee on Canadian Heritage of Bill C-271, An Act to amend the Governor General’s Act. |
Motion may not be moved, pursuant to Standing Order 91.1(1). |
No. 24 |
M-38 — September 23, 2020 — Ms. Duncan (Etobicoke North) — That: |
(a) the House (i) recognize that science and research are of critical importance to all Canadians, including, but not limited to, improving the health of Canadians, improving the environment, driving innovation and economic growth, and improving the quality of life of Canadians, (ii) recognize that science and research are more important than ever, as the economic, environmental and social challenges we face are greater, (iii) affirm its commitment to science, research and evidence-informed decision-making; |
(b) effective from the beginning of the 44th Parliament, the Standing Orders be amended as follows: |
(i) That Standing Order 104(2) be replaced with the following: |
“Membership of standing committees. |
(2) The standing committees, which shall consist of 10 members, and for which the lists of members are to be prepared, except as provided in section (1) of this standing order, shall be on: |
(a) Access to Information, Privacy and Ethics; |
(b) Agriculture and Agri-Food; |
(c) Canadian Heritage; |
(d) Citizenship and Immigration; |
(e) Environment and Sustainable Development; |
(f) Finance; |
(g) Fisheries and Oceans; |
(h) Foreign Affairs and International Development; |
(i) Government Operations and Estimates; |
(j) Health; |
(k) Human Resources, Skills and Social Development and the Status of Persons with Disabilities; |
(l) Indigenous and Northern Affairs; |
(m) Industry and Technology; |
(n) International Trade; |
(o) Justice and Human Rights; |
(p) National Defence; |
(q) Natural Resources; |
(r) Official Languages; |
(s) Procedure and House Affairs; |
(t) Public Accounts; |
(u) Public Safety and National Security; |
(v) Science and Research; |
(w) the Status of Women; |
(x) Transport, Infrastructure and Communities; and |
(y) Veterans Affairs.” |
(ii) That Standing Order 108(2) be amended by adding after the words “in sections (3)(a), (3)(f), (3)(h)” the following: “, (3)(i)”; and |
(iii) That the following subsection be added after Standing Order 108(3)(h): |
“Science and Research. |
(i) Science and Research shall include, among other matters, the review of and report on all matters relating to science and research, including any reports of the Chief Science Advisor, and any other matter which the House shall, from time to time, refer to the standing committee.”; |
(c) the Clerk of the House be authorized to make any required editorial and consequential alterations to the Standing Orders as may be required; and |
(d) the Clerk of the House be instructed to print a revised edition of the Standing Orders. |
Motion may not be moved, pursuant to Standing Order 91.1(1). |
No. 25 |
C-254 — November 24, 2020 — Mrs. Vignola (Beauport—Limoilou) — Second reading and reference to the Standing Committee on Official Languages of Bill C-254, An Act to amend the Canada Labour Code, the Official Languages Act and the Canada Business Corporations Act. |
Motion may not be moved, pursuant to Standing Order 91.1(1). |
No. 26 |
C-268 — February 18, 2021 — Mrs. Block (Carlton Trail—Eagle Creek) — Second reading and reference to the Standing Committee on Justice and Human Rights of Bill C-268, An Act to amend the Criminal Code (intimidation of health care professionals). |
Pursuant to Standing Order 86(3), jointly seconded by: |
Mr. Patzer (Cypress Hills—Grasslands) — February 18, 2021 |
Mr. Webber (Calgary Confederation) — February 19, 2021 |
Mr. Falk (Provencher) — February 22, 2021 |
Ms. Shin (Port Moody—Coquitlam) — February 23, 2021 |
Motion may not be moved, pursuant to Standing Order 91.1(1). |
No. 27 |
M-69 — February 17, 2021 — Mr. Bergeron (Montarville) — That, given that the pandemic and the pressure it is putting on public finances has created the urgent need to close the loopholes being taken advantage of by some taxpayers through the use of tax havens, in the opinion of the House, the government should: (a) amend the Income Tax Act and the Income Tax Regulations to ensure that income that Canadian corporations repatriate from their subsidiaries in tax havens ceases to be exempt from tax in Canada; (b) review the concept of permanent establishment so that income reported by shell companies created abroad by Canadian taxpayers for tax purposes is taxed in Canada; (c) require banks and other federally regulated financial institutions to disclose, in their annual reports, a list of their foreign subsidiaries and the amount of tax they would have been subject to had their income been reported in Canada; (d) review the tax regime applicable to digital multinationals, whose operations do not depend on having a physical presence, to tax them based on where they conduct business rather than where they reside; (e) work toward establishing a global registry of actual beneficiaries of shell companies to more effectively combat tax evasion; and (f) use the global financial crisis caused by the pandemic to launch a strong offensive at the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development against tax havens with the aim of eradicating them. |
Motion may not be moved, pursuant to Standing Order 91.1(1). |
No. 28 |
M-58 — January 21, 2021 — Mr. Robillard (Marc-Aurèle-Fortin) — That: |
(a) the House recognize that gender-based analysis plus (GBA+) is an analytical process that provides a rigorous methodology for assessing systemic inequalities, as well as a means to determine how diverse groups of women, men, and gender diverse people may experience policies, programs and initiatives; and |
(b) in the opinion of the House, the government should direct the Department of National Defence to implement GBA+ to meet recruitment and retention targets for under-represented groups. |
Motion may not be moved, pursuant to Standing Order 91.1(1). |
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Items outside the Order of Precedence |
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List for the Consideration of Private Members’ Business |
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