OGGO Committee Meeting
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Minutes of Proceedings
It was agreed, — That, for the purposes of voting on the Main Estimates 2023‑24, votes would be grouped by government department.
The Minister made a statement and, with Sony Perron, Paul Thompson, Simon Page, and Wojo Zielonka, answered questions.
Stephanie Kusie gave notice of the following motion:
That the committee report to the House that, in light of the government’s announcement that it will join the class action lawsuit against McKinsey & Company for their role in the opioid crisis, the committee calls on the government to reform the integrity regime associated with procurement in order to exclude companies that have shown reckless disregard for the health and well‑being of Canadians, and for human rights and the rule of law.
Questioning of the witnesses resumed.
On motion of Gord Johns, it was agreed, — That the Department of Public Works and Government Services provide to the committee the staffing plan around payments and accounts in the federal pay administration, and what concrete steps the minister is taking to support Canada Post to move towards a more sustainable financial model for rural post offices.
Questioning of the witnesses resumed.
At 5:34 p.m., pursuant to Standing Order 115(5), it was agreed that the committee continue to sit.
By unanimous consent, the Chair called Votes by department.
The Chair called Vote 1 under Canada Post Corporation.
Vote 1 under Canada Post Corporation carried on division.
The Chair called Vote 1 under Canada School of Public Service.
Vote 1 under Canada School of Public Service carried on division.
The Chair called Vote 1 under Canadian Intergovernmental Conference Secretariat.
Vote 1 under Canadian Intergovernmental Conference Secretariat carried on division.
The Chair called Vote 1 under Canadian Transportation Accident Investigation and Safety Board.
Vote 1 under Canadian Transportation Accident Investigation and Safety Board carried on division.
The Chair called Votes 1 and 5 under Department of Public Works and Government Services.
Votes 1 and 5 under Department of Public Works and Government Services carried on division.
The Chair called Votes 1 and 5 under National Capital Commission.
Votes 1 and 5 under National Capital Commission carried on division.
The Chair called Vote 1 under Office of the Governor General's Secretary.
Debate arose thereon.
Kelly Block moved, — That Vote 1 under Office of the Governor General's Secretary in the amount of $ 20,677,200, less the amount of $ 5,169,300 granted in interim supply, be reduced by $ 136,986.31 to $ 15,370,913.69.
Debate arose thereon.
At 5:58 p.m., the committee adjourned to the call of the Chair.