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House Hansard - 157

44th Parl. 1st Sess.
February 9, 2023 10:00AM
Context: House Hansard - 157 - Feb/9/23
Hon. Steven MacKinnon (Gatineau, Lib.)
  • Feb/9/23 12:28:01 p.m.
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Madam Speaker, I have a very simple question for the member, When it comes to using the notwithstanding clause, where would he draw the line? What rights are fair game for violating and what rights would be off-limits?
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Context: House Hansard - 157 - Feb/9/23
Mr. René Villemure
  • Feb/9/23 12:28:31 p.m.
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Madam Speaker, I thank my hon. colleague for the loaded question. This is not about violating rights, but rather shaping how certain provisions are applied, recognizing the importance of each. The anglophone community is not harmed by the notwithstanding clause in Quebec. Its status as a favoured minority will continue to apply, which has never been a problem for us.
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