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House Hansard - 203

44th Parl. 1st Sess.
May 31, 2023 02:00PM
Context: House Hansard - 203 - May/31/23
The Speaker
  • May/31/23 3:20:34 p.m.
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Order, please. The right hon. Prime Minister, please.
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Right Hon. Justin Trudeau
  • May/31/23 3:20:50 p.m.
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Mr. Speaker, it is inconvenient for the Leader of the Opposition for us to talk about what happened during the pandemic, even though it had a deep and serious impact on Canadians, on families and on our economy. We were there to support them. We were there, grounded in science, ensuring that everyone was kept safe with vaccination programs, with science, evidence and supports. The reality is that we will continue to be there for Canadians. We will continue to not believe Canada is broken but to know we are building together a—
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The Speaker
  • May/31/23 3:21:24 p.m.
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The hon. member for Vaughan—Woodbridge.
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Mr. Francesco Sorbara (Vaughan—Woodbridge, Lib.)
  • May/31/23 3:21:30 p.m.
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Mr. Speaker, parents across my riding of Vaughan—Woodbridge and the city of Vaughan are again telling me how their children now have better access to dental care, clean teeth and bright smiles. Would the Prime Minister provide an update on Canada's— Some hon. members: Oh, oh!
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The Speaker
  • May/31/23 3:21:45 p.m.
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I need to interrupt the hon. member for Vaughan—Woodbridge. I can hardly hear his question. The hon. member for Vaughan—Woodbridge from the top, please.
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Mr. Francesco Sorbara
  • May/31/23 3:21:56 p.m.
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Mr. Speaker, parents across my riding of Vaughan—Woodbridge and the city of Vaughan are again telling me how their children now have better access to dental care, clean teeth and bright smiles. Would the Prime Minister provide an update on Canada's dental care plan and how it is impacting Canadian families from coast to coast to coast?
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Right Hon. Justin Trudeau (Prime Minister, Lib.)
  • May/31/23 3:22:18 p.m.
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Mr. Speaker, I want to thank the member for Vaughan—Woodbridge for his dedication to his constituents. We introduced the Canada dental benefit because we believe that no parent should have to choose between the health of their children and putting food on the table. Today, I can announce that the Canada dental benefit has now helped 300,000 kids across the country go to the dentist, including 1,100 kids in the riding of Carleton. It is all part of our plan to make life more affordable for families, and it is a real shame the Conservatives continue to stand against a dental benefit for low-income Canadians.
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Mr. Gord Johns (Courtenay—Alberni, NDP)
  • May/31/23 3:22:57 p.m.
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Mr. Speaker, a year ago tomorrow, most of the Liberal caucus and all Conservatives teamed up to defeat Bill C-216 for a health-based approach to substance use. If it had passed, today we would have a multi-faceted plan to fight the toxic drug crisis, based on the recommendations of the government's own expert task force. Instead, thousands more families have lost loved ones because of poisoned drugs purchased on the street. When will the government deliver a comprehensive plan to keep people who use drugs alive and provide no-fee, on-demand treatment for those who need help now?
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Right Hon. Justin Trudeau (Prime Minister, Lib.)
  • May/31/23 3:23:39 p.m.
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Mr. Speaker, we know how devastating the opioid epidemic is for families right across the country. That is why we have continued to step up, while being grounded in science and evidence and working in partnership with others. I salute the intention of the member opposite to contribute to this debate, but, as we have worked concretely on the ground with partners, including with the government of B.C., for example, to move forward on decriminalization in a way that is showing positive impacts across B.C., we will continue to be grounded in evidence as we take action to save lives and keep Canadians safe.
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Mr. Alain Rayes (Richmond—Arthabaska, Ind.)
  • May/31/23 3:24:23 p.m.
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Mr. Speaker, we learned from an article by journalist Daniel Leblanc that the RCMP is preparing to provide additional protection services to a dozen senior officials and maybe even some ministers. We are all aware that in-person and online threats and aggressive language are on the rise. The risks are real, and we cannot wait for something bad to happen to realize that we should have done something. It is therefore high time that the government and Parliament showed some political courage and gave all ministers and party leaders a bodyguard, as is already the case in the Quebec National Assembly. Can the Prime Minister tell us whether he intends to put such a measure in place here in Ottawa?
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Right Hon. Justin Trudeau (Prime Minister, Lib.)
  • May/31/23 3:25:08 p.m.
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Mr. Speaker, I thank my hon. colleague for his question and his concern, which is one we all share. Unfortunately, over the past few years, we have seen a rise in polarization, in toxicity, and in hatred toward Canadians and parliamentarians. We need to do whatever it takes to keep those who serve our democracy safe because protecting them means protecting the very foundation of our democracy. We are looking at tangible measures to increase the safety of our ministers, and we also are working with the Sergeant-at-Arms to ensure the safety of all parliamentarians.
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The Speaker
  • May/31/23 3:25:51 p.m.
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It being 3:25 p.m., pursuant to order made on Thursday, June 23, 2022, the House will now proceed to the taking of the deferred recorded division on the motion of the member for Vancouver East relating to the business of supply. Call in the members.
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The Deputy Speaker
  • May/31/23 3:27:16 p.m.
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The question is on the motion. May I dispense? Some hon. members: No. [Chair read text of motion to House]
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The Deputy Speaker
  • May/31/23 3:40:44 p.m.
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I declare the motion carried.
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The Deputy Speaker
Pursuant to order made on Thursday, June 23, 2022, the House will now proceed to the taking of the deferred recorded division on the motion at report stage of Bill C-281 under Private Members' Business. The question is on Motion No. 1. A vote on this motion also applies to Motions Nos. 2 and 3.
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The Deputy Speaker
I declare Motion No. 1 carried. I therefore declare Motions Nos. 2 and 3 carried.
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Mr. Philip Lawrence (Northumberland—Peterborough South, CPC)
moved that the bill, as amended, be concurred in at report stage with further amendments.
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Mr. Philip Lawrence
  • May/31/23 3:54:14 p.m.
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Mr. Speaker, I request a recorded division.
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The Deputy Speaker
  • May/31/23 3:54:14 p.m.
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If a member of a recognized party present in the House wishes that the motion be carried or carried on division or wishes to request a recorded division, I would invite them to rise and indicate it to the Chair. The hon. member for Northumberland—Peterborough South.
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The Deputy Speaker
I declare the motion carried.
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