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No. 78

Monday, April 12, 2021

11:00 a.m.

Introduction of Government Bills
April 8, 2021 — The Minister of Environment and Climate Change — Bill entitled “An Act to amend the Canadian Environmental Protection Act, 1999, to make related amendments to the Food and Drugs Act and to repeal the Perfluorooctane Sulfonate Virtual Elimination Act”.

Introduction of Private Members' Bills
April 8, 2021 — Mr. Chiu (Steveston—Richmond East) — Bill entitled “An Act to establish the Foreign Influence Registry”.
April 8, 2021 — Ms. Kwan (Vancouver East) — Bill entitled “An Act to amend the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act”.

Notices of Motions (Routine Proceedings)

Questions
Q-5912 — April 8, 2021 — Mr. Chiu (Steveston—Richmond East) — With regard to the decision of the Department of Fisheries and Oceans (DFO) to ban the flash freezing or tubbing of prawns at sea: (a) prior to this decision, for how long has the practice of flash freezing or tubbing of prawns at sea been allowed; (b) on what date was this decision made; (c) who in the DFO made the decision; (d) on what date was the Minister of Fisheries and Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard informed of this decision; (e) what are the details, including findings of any scientific research that led to this decision; (f) did the DFO conduct an economic impact assessment or engage in consultations before making this decision, and, (i) if so, what were the findings, (ii) if not, why not; (g) when will this decision come into effect; (h) what are the specific details regarding the current consultation and advisory period related to this decision, including timelines and targets for industry consultation; and (i) what is the government’s response to concerns that this decision will lead to a higher percentage of British Columbia spot prawns being exported as opposed to consumed domestically, as well as higher expenses for fishermen and higher prices for Canadian consumers?
Q-5922 — April 8, 2021 — Mr. Kurek (Battle River—Crowfoot) — With regard to correctional facilities under the purview of the Correctional Service of Canada during the COVID-19 pandemic, since March 1, 2020, broken down by month, institution and the security level of the institution: (a) what was the number of confirmed cases of COVID-19 contracted by (i) inmates, (ii) staff; (b) how many (i) inmates, (ii) staff, have died from COVID-19; (c) how many (i) inmates, (ii) staff, have died from suicide; (d) what methods were used to count or determine the number of COVID-19 cases in institution; (e) which department or government agency is responsible for developing measures used to stop the spread of COVID-19 and its variants in correctional facilities; (f) what measures were instated to ensure personal protective equipment distribution to (i) guards, (ii) inmates, (iii) visitors; (g) since the pandemic began, what specific health guidelines have been put in place to stop the spread of COVID-19 by or to (i) guards, (ii) inmates, (iii) visitors, and on what date was each measure put into place; and (h) for each guideline in (g), which advisory body or regional health authority recommended the guideline?
Q-5932 — April 8, 2021 — Ms. Collins (Victoria) — With regard to the granting of essential purpose permits under the Ozone-depleting Substances and Halocarbon Alternatives Regulations: (a) for each permit granted, (i) to what entity was the permit granted, (ii) for what product was the permit granted, (iii) on what date was the permit issued, (iv) what is the permit's expiration date, (v) on what grounds did it meet the standard of necessity for the health and safety or the good functioning of society, encompassing its cultural and intellectual aspects, and being without technically or economically feasible alternatives that are acceptable from the standpoint of environment and health; and (b) in cases where the Department of Environment and Climate Change was made aware at any point during or after the permitting process of technically or economically feasible alternatives acceptable from the standpoint of environment and health to any product for which an essential purpose permit was granted, what steps has the department taken to revise or cancel the applicable permit?
Q-5942 — April 8, 2021 — Ms. Collins (Victoria) — With regard to federal funding in the constituency of Victoria, between October 21, 2019, and March 31, 2021: (a) what applications for funding have been received, including for each (i) the name of the organization, (ii) the department, (iii) the program and sub-program under which applicants have requested funding, (iv) the date of the application, (v) the amount applied for, (vi) whether the funding was approved or not, (vii) the total amount of funding, if the funding was approved; (b) what funds, grants, loans, and loan guarantees has the government issued through its various departments and agencies that did not require a direct application from the applicant, including for each the (i) name of the organization, (ii) department, (iii) program and sub-program under which applicants have received funding, (iv) total amount of funding, if the funding was approved; and (c) what projects have been funded by organizations tasked with subgranting government funds (e.g. Community Foundations of Canada), including for each the (i) name of the organization, (ii) department, (iii) program and sub-program under which applicants have received funding, (iv) total amount of funding, if the funding was approved?
Q-5952 — April 8, 2021 — Mr. Manly (Nanaimo—Ladysmith) — With regard to the Canadian Victims Bill of Rights: (a) when is the statutory review of the act by a committee of Parliament expected to begin; (b) why has the said review been delayed beyond the required five years; (c) does the government plan to adopt any of the 15 recommendations of the Office of the Federal Ombudsman for Victims of Crime’s November 2020 Progress Report on the act, and, if so, which recommendations; and (d) has the Department of Justice assessed the outcomes of the act to date, and, if so, what are its findings?

Notices of Motions for the Production of Papers

Business of Supply

Government Business

Private Members' Notices of Motions
M-79 — April 8, 2021 — Ms. Collins (Victoria) — That:
(a) the House recognize that,
(i) the Trans Mountain expansion project poses significant risks to both our environment and our economy,
(ii) a seven-fold increase in tanker traffic would put our coast at risk,
(iii) recent reports from the Canada Energy Regulator and the Parliamentary Budget Officer show that the Trans Mountain expansion project will only be financially viable if the government takes no further action to fight climate change,
(iv) forecasting agencies are predicting the end of growth in oil demand as countries shift to clean energy, and major global oil companies are writing off their oil sands investments,
(v) the cost of the Trans Mountain expansion project has more than doubled to $12.6 billion, putting Canadian tax dollars at risk,
(vi) ambitious investments in the clean economy is required to meet Canada's Paris climate commitments and will create much needed jobs in sectors hard hit by the pandemic and by the downturn in the oil industry; and
(b) in the opinion of the House, the government should reconsider any additional financing for the Trans Mountain expansion project and prioritize investments in clean energy and a just transition for workers.
M-80 — April 8, 2021 — Mr. Arya (Nepean) — That, in the opinion of the House, the government should recognize the contributions that Hindu Canadians have made to the socio-economic development of Canada and their services to the Canadian society, the richness of Hindu heritage and its vast contribution to the world of arts and science, astronomy to medicine, and its culture and traditions and the importance of educating and reflecting upon it for future generations by declaring September, every year, Hindu Heritage Month.
M-81 — April 8, 2021 — Mr. Manly (Nanaimo—Ladysmith) — That, in the opinion of the House, given Canada’s urgent need to transition to a green economy and a more just and equal society, the government should:
(a) recognize the integral role that a revitalized Canada Post can play in a green and just recovery, using its existing infrastructure and expertise; and
(b) adopt the Delivering Community Power proposal for Canada Post that has been put forward by the Canadian Union of Postal Workers, including,
(i) a renewable energy postal fleet,
(ii) charging stations for electric vehicles at post offices,
(iii) postal banking that provides inclusive financial services, especially to those underserved by commercial banks, like in rural and many Indigenous communities,
(iv) door-to-door mail carriers checking in on seniors and people with mobility issues, keeping more people in their own homes for longer,
(v) post offices as community hubs for digital access and social innovation, connecting communities and climate-friendly businesses to customers,
(vi) a consolidated last-mile delivery service that eases congestion in urban centres and reduces the environmental impact of our cities.

Private Members' Business
C-210 — January 25, 2021 — Mr. Webber (Calgary Confederation) — Consideration at report stage of Bill C-210, An Act to amend the Canada Revenue Agency Act (organ and tissue donors), as reported by the Standing Committee on Health without amendment.
Pursuant to Standing Order 86(3), jointly seconded by:
Mr. Kmiec (Calgary Shepard), Mr. McKinnon (Coquitlam—Port Coquitlam), Ms. Damoff (Oakville North—Burlington), Ms. Blaney (North Island—Powell River), Ms. May (Saanich—Gulf Islands), Mr. Benzen (Calgary Heritage), Mr. Plamondon (Bécancour—Nicolet—Saurel), Mr. Waugh (Saskatoon—Grasswood), Mr. Morantz (Charleswood—St. James—Assiniboia—Headingley), Ms. Sidhu (Brampton South), Ms. Rempel Garner (Calgary Nose Hill), Mr. Oliphant (Don Valley West), Mr. Cannings (South Okanagan—West Kootenay), Mr. Davidson (York—Simcoe), Mr. MacGregor (Cowichan—Malahat—Langford), Mr. Johns (Courtenay—Alberni), Mr. Jeneroux (Edmonton Riverbend), Mr. Manly (Nanaimo—Ladysmith), Mr. Davies (Vancouver Kingsway) and Mrs. Atwin (Fredericton) — February 19, 2020
Committee report — presented on Monday, January 25, 2021, Sessional Paper No. 8510-432-53.
Report and third reading stages — limited to two sitting days, pursuant to Standing Order 98(2).
Motion for third reading — may be made in the same sitting, pursuant to Standing Order 98(2).
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).
To be added to the business of the House on a day fixed by the Speaker, pursuant to Standing Order 30(7) — March 25, 2021
Designated day — Monday, April 12, 2021, at 6:30 p.m.
2 Response requested within 45 days
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