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Tuesday, December 12, 2023 (No. 266)

Private Members’ Business

Deferred Recorded Divisions
S-210 — December 11, 2023 — Deferred recorded division on the motion of Mrs. Vecchio (Elgin—Middlesex—London), seconded by Mrs. Vien (Bellechasse—Les Etchemins—Lévis), — That Bill S-210, An Act to restrict young persons’ online access to sexually explicit material, be now read a second time and referred to the Standing Committee on Public Safety and National Security.
Pursuant to Standing Order 86(3), jointly seconded by:
Mr. Genuis (Sherwood Park—Fort Saskatchewan) — October 30, 2023
Mr. Kurek (Battle River—Crowfoot) — November 7, 2023
Ms. Lewis (Haldimand—Norfolk), Mr. McKay (Scarborough—Guildwood), Ms. Sgro (Humber River—Black Creek), Mr. Viersen (Peace River—Westlock) and Ms. May (Saanich—Gulf Islands) — November 21, 2023
Ms. Larouche (Shefford), Mrs. Falk (Battlefords—Lloydminster), Ms. Lambropoulos (Saint-Laurent) and Mr. Caputo (Kamloops—Thompson—Cariboo) — November 22, 2023
Mrs. Thomas (Lethbridge), Mrs. Wagantall (Yorkton—Melville) and Mr. Motz (Medicine Hat—Cardston—Warner) — November 23, 2023
Recorded division — deferred until Wednesday, December 13, 2023, at the expiry of the time provided for Oral Questions, pursuant to Standing Order 93(1).

Rescheduled Business
S-209 — September 28, 2023 — Ms. Fry (Vancouver Centre) — Consideration at report stage of Bill S-209, An Act respecting Pandemic Observance Day, as deemed reported by the Standing Committee on Health without amendment.
Pursuant to Standing Order 86(3), jointly seconded by:
Mr. Aldag (Cloverdale—Langley City) — October 17, 2022
Bill deemed reported, pursuant to Standing Order 97.1(1) — September 28, 2023.
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).
To be added to the business of the House on a day fixed by the Speaker, pursuant to Standing Order 30(7) — December 6, 2023
C-365 — November 9, 2023 — Mr. Williams (Bay of Quinte) — Second reading and reference to the Standing Committee on Finance of Bill C-365, An Act respecting the implementation of a consumer-led banking system for Canadians.
To be added to the business of the House on a day fixed by the Speaker, pursuant to Standing Order 30(7) — December 7, 2023

Items in the Order of Precedence
No. 1
M-96 — October 25, 2023 — Resuming consideration of the motion of Mr. Hardie (Fleetwood—Port Kells), seconded by Mr. Aldag (Cloverdale—Langley City), — That:
(a) the House recognize that an assessment by the International Association of Fire Fighters concluded significant regulatory shortfalls concerning emergency responses at Canada's major airports are needlessly putting the safety of the flying public at risk, by
(i) failing to specify rescue as a required function of airport fire fighters,
(ii) requiring only that fire fighters must reach the mid-point of the furthest runway in three minutes rather than all points on operational runways within that time period; and
(b) in the opinion of the House, the government should, without delay, ensure that the Canadian Aviation Regulations reflect airport rescue and firefighting standards published by the International Civil Aviation Organization, specifically by
(i) giving fire fighters at Canada's major airports the mandate and resources necessary to reach the site of a fire or mishap anywhere on an operational runway in three minutes or less,
(ii) specifying that a required function of fire fighters be the rescue of passengers.
Pursuant to Standing Order 86(3), jointly seconded by:
Mr. Aldag (Cloverdale—Langley City) — October 23, 2023
Mr. McKinnon (Coquitlam—Port Coquitlam) — October 24, 2023
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. 2
C-290 — October 26, 2023 — Resuming consideration of the motion of Mr. Garon (Mirabel), seconded by Ms. Gaudreau (Laurentides—Labelle), — That Bill C-290, An Act to amend the Public Servants Disclosure Protection Act and to make a consequential amendment to the Conflict of Interest Act, be now read a third time and do pass.
Debate — one hour remaining, pursuant to Standing Order 98(2).
Voting — not later than the expiry of the time provided for debate, pursuant to Standing Order 98(4).
Statements by Speaker regarding royal recommendation — September 26 and November 3, 2022, and October 26, 2023 (See Debates).
No. 3
C-355 — November 20, 2023 — Resuming consideration of the motion of Mr. Louis (Kitchener—Conestoga), seconded by Mr. Carr (Winnipeg South Centre), — That Bill C-355, An Act to prohibit the export by air of horses for slaughter and to make related amendments to certain Acts, 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:
Ms. May (Saanich—Gulf Islands), Mr. Van Bynen (Newmarket—Aurora), Mr. Weiler (West Vancouver—Sunshine Coast—Sea to Sky Country) and Ms. Chagger (Waterloo) — September 19, 2023
Ms. Bradford (Kitchener South—Hespeler) — September 20, 2023
Ms. Taylor Roy (Aurora—Oak Ridges—Richmond Hill) and Ms. Sidhu (Brampton South) — September 21, 2023
Mrs. Zahid (Scarborough Centre) — September 29, 2023
Mr. Carr (Winnipeg South Centre) — October 4, 2023
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-321 — December 6, 2023 — Mr. Doherty (Cariboo—Prince George) — Consideration at report stage of Bill C-321, An Act to amend the Criminal Code (assaults against health care professionals and first responders), as reported by the Standing Committee on Justice and Human Rights with amendments.
Pursuant to Standing Order 86(3), jointly seconded by:
Mr. Aldag (Cloverdale—Langley City) — April 17, 2023
Mrs. Gray (Kelowna—Lake Country) — April 26, 2023
Committee report — presented on Wednesday, December 6, 2023, Sessional Paper No. 8510-441-358.
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).
No. 5
S-245 — June 12, 2023 — Mr. Hallan (Calgary Forest Lawn) — Consideration at report stage of Bill S-245, An Act to amend the Citizenship Act (granting citizenship to certain Canadians), as reported by the Standing Committee on Citizenship and Immigration with amendments.
Committee report — presented on Monday, June 12, 2023, Sessional Paper No. 8510-441-288.
Report and third reading stages — limited to two sitting days, pursuant to Standing Order 98(2).
Report stage motions — see “Report Stage of Bills” in today's Notice Paper.
Report stage concurrence motion — question to be put immediately after the report stage motions are disposed of, pursuant to Standing Order 76.1(9).
Motion for third reading — may be made in the same sitting, pursuant to Standing Order 98(2).
No. 6
C-347 — June 21, 2023 — Mr. Arseneault (Madawaska—Restigouche) — Second reading and reference to the Standing Committee on Procedure and House Affairs of Bill C-347, An Act to amend the Constitution Act, 1867 (oath of office).
No. 7
S-202 — November 3, 2023 — Mr. Aldag (Cloverdale—Langley City) — Consideration at report stage of Bill S-202, An Act to amend the Parliament of Canada Act (Parliamentary Visual Artist Laureate), as reported by the Standing Committee on Canadian Heritage with amendments.
Committee report — presented on Friday, November 3, 2023, Sessional Paper No. 8510-441-333.
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).
No. 8
M-75 — November 3, 2023 — Resuming consideration of the motion of Mr. Fonseca (Mississauga East—Cooksville), seconded by Mr. Baker (Etobicoke Centre), — That:
(a) the House recognize the significant contributions Polish Canadians have made to Canadian society, economy, politics and culture, and the importance of educating Canadians of all ages about the core values that Polish Canadians have imparted to the strength and diversity of Canada; and
(b) in the opinion of the House, the government should reflect upon Polish heritage for future generations and designate May 3 of every year as Polish Constitution Day, and the month of May, every year, as Polish Heritage Month.
Pursuant to Standing Order 86(3), jointly seconded by:
Ms. Diab (Halifax West) — December 16, 2022
Mr. Aldag (Cloverdale—Langley City) — October 20, 2023
Mr. Maloney (Etobicoke—Lakeshore) and Mr. Arya (Nepean) — October 24, 2023
Mr. Baker (Etobicoke Centre) — November 1, 2023
Mr. Sorbara (Vaughan—Woodbridge) — November 2, 2023
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-352 — November 6, 2023 — Resuming consideration of the motion of Mr. Singh (Burnaby South), seconded by Ms. Barron (Nanaimo—Ladysmith), — That Bill C-352, An Act to amend the Competition Act and the Competition Tribunal Act, be now read a second time and referred to the Standing Committee on Industry and Technology.
Pursuant to Standing Order 86(3), jointly seconded by:
Mr. MacGregor (Cowichan—Malahat—Langford) — September 18, 2023
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
M-86 — November 7, 2023 — Resuming consideration of the motion of Ms. Barron (Nanaimo—Ladysmith), seconded by Mr. Blaikie (Elmwood—Transcona), — That:
(a) the House recognize that,
(i) representative democracy is a fundamental part of Canadian society,
(ii) in Canada’s current electoral system, the majority of voters cast ballots for a candidate who does not get elected, and many voters feel that election results do not accurately reflect their views,
(iii) a Leger poll conducted in September 2020 showed that 80% of Canadians support the idea of striking a non-partisan, independent citizens’ assembly on electoral reform,
(iv) many Canadians are concerned with the health of Canada’s democracy, including voter distrust and disengagement, low voter turnout, and the polarization of politics,
(v) all politicians, and all parties, are widely perceived by the public to have a vested interest in the design of the electoral system,
(vi) citizens' assemblies have considerable legitimacy and public trust because they are independent, non-partisan, representative bodies of citizens,
(vii) citizens’ assemblies have been used successfully in Canada, Australia, Belgium, France, Ireland, Scotland, the Netherlands, and the United Kingdom to tackle difficult issues through nuanced public deliberation,
(viii) a citizens' assembly on electoral reform would give citizens a leadership role in building consensus on a specific model for electoral reform for Canada; and
(b) in the opinion of the House, the government should create a Canadian citizens’ assembly on electoral reform, which would,
(i) consist of citizens selected by sortition, an impartial selection process to ensure the assembly’s independence and non-partisanship,
(ii) reflect the diversity of the Canadian population, including a representation and meaningful participation of age groups, genders, ethnicities, languages, socioeconomic backgrounds, and geographic regions including from First Nations, Inuit and Metis peoples,
(iii) determine if electoral reform is recommended for Canada, and, if so, recommend specific measures that would foster a healthier democracy.
Pursuant to Standing Order 86(3), jointly seconded by:
Mr. Morrice (Kitchener Centre) and Mr. Blaikie (Elmwood—Transcona) — June 13, 2023
Ms. Kwan (Vancouver East) — June 14, 2023
Ms. Dzerowicz (Davenport) — July 12, 2023
Mr. Green (Hamilton Centre) — August 2, 2023
Mrs. Atwin (Fredericton) — August 3, 2023
Mr. Erskine-Smith (Beaches—East York) — September 26, 2023
Mr. Weiler (West Vancouver—Sunshine Coast—Sea to Sky Country) — September 29, 2023
Mr. Lobb (Huron—Bruce) — October 11, 2023
Mrs. Zahid (Scarborough Centre) — October 12, 2023
Mr. Bachrach (Skeena—Bulkley Valley) — October 16, 2023
Mr. MacGregor (Cowichan—Malahat—Langford) — October 18, 2023
Ms. May (Saanich—Gulf Islands) and Ms. McPherson (Edmonton Strathcona) — October 19, 2023
Ms. Taylor Roy (Aurora—Oak Ridges—Richmond Hill) and Mr. Johns (Courtenay—Alberni) — October 20, 2023
Ms. Chagger (Waterloo) — October 23, 2023
Ms. Bennett (Toronto—St. Paul's) — October 24, 2023
Mr. Zuberi (Pierrefonds—Dollard) — October 27, 2023
Mr. Coteau (Don Valley East) — November 2, 2023
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
S-216 — May 16, 2022 — Resuming consideration of the motion of Mr. Lawrence (Northumberland—Peterborough South), seconded by Mr. Genuis (Sherwood Park—Fort Saskatchewan), — That Bill S-216, An Act to amend the Income Tax Act (use of resources of a registered charity), be now read a second time and referred to the Standing Committee on Finance.
Pursuant to Standing Order 86(3), jointly seconded by:
Mr. Viersen (Peace River—Westlock) — February 16, 2022
Mr. Morrice (Kitchener Centre) — February 25, 2022
Mr. Genuis (Sherwood Park—Fort Saskatchewan) — March 14, 2022
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. 12
C-332 — November 9, 2023 — Resuming consideration of the motion of Ms. Collins (Victoria), seconded by Ms. Gazan (Winnipeg Centre), — That Bill C-332, An Act to amend the Criminal Code (controlling or coercive conduct), 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:
Ms. Gazan (Winnipeg Centre) — November 7, 2023
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. 13
C-293 — October 27, 2023 — Mr. Erskine-Smith (Beaches—East York) — Consideration at report stage of Bill C-293, An Act respecting pandemic prevention and preparedness, as deemed reported by the Standing Committee on Health without amendment.
Pursuant to Standing Order 86(3), jointly seconded by:
Mrs. Atwin (Fredericton) — October 26, 2022
Mr. Aldag (Cloverdale—Langley City) — November 8, 2022
Mr. Carr (Winnipeg South Centre) — November 15, 2022
Bill deemed reported, pursuant to Standing Order 97.1(3) — October 27, 2023.
Report and third reading stages — limited to two sitting days, pursuant to Standing Order 98(2).
Report stage motions — see “Report Stage of Bills” in today's Notice Paper.
Report stage concurrence motion — question to be put immediately after the report stage motions are disposed of, pursuant to Standing Order 76.1(9).
Motion for third reading — may be made in the same sitting, pursuant to Standing Order 98(2).
No. 14
S-224 — September 20, 2023 — Mr. Carrie (Oshawa) — Consideration at report stage of Bill S-224, An Act to amend the Criminal Code (trafficking in persons), as reported by the Standing Committee on Justice and Human Rights with amendments.
Pursuant to Standing Order 86(3), jointly seconded by:
Ms. Lewis (Haldimand—Norfolk) — November 28, 2022
Committee report — presented on Wednesday, September 20, 2023, Sessional Paper No. 8510-441-318.
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).
No. 15
C-317 — November 24, 2023 — Resuming consideration of the motion of Mr. Scarpaleggia (Lac-Saint-Louis), seconded by Mr. Maloney (Etobicoke—Lakeshore), — That Bill C-317, An Act to establish a national strategy respecting flood and drought forecasting, 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:
Ms. May (Saanich—Gulf Islands) — March 28, 2023
Mrs. Atwin (Fredericton) — April 19, 2023
Mr. Morrice (Kitchener Centre) — October 19, 2023
Mr. Aldag (Cloverdale—Langley City) — October 20, 2023
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. 16
C-273 — November 27, 2023 — On or after Wednesday, December 13, 2023 — Resuming consideration of the motion of Mr. Julian (New Westminster—Burnaby), seconded by Ms. Idlout (Nunavut), — That Bill C-273, An Act to amend the Criminal Code (Corinne’s Quest and the protection of children), 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. Green (Hamilton Centre) — May 21, 2022
Ms. Gazan (Winnipeg Centre), Ms. Kwan (Vancouver East) and Ms. Zarrillo (Port Moody—Coquitlam) — May 24, 2022
Mr. MacGregor (Cowichan—Malahat—Langford) — May 26, 2022
Ms. Idlout (Nunavut) — May 27, 2022
Mr. Garrison (Esquimalt—Saanich—Sooke) — May 30, 2022
Mr. Morrice (Kitchener Centre) — December 6, 2022
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. 17
C-351 — November 28, 2023 — On or after Thursday, December 14, 2023 — Resuming consideration of the motion of Mr. Généreux (Montmagny—L'Islet—Kamouraska—Rivière-du-Loup), seconded by Mrs. Falk (Battlefords—Lloydminster), — That Bill C-351, An Act to amend the Corrections and Conditional Release Act (maximum security offenders), be now read a second time and referred to the Standing Committee on Public Safety and National Security.
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. 18
C-354 — November 30, 2023 — On or after Monday, January 29, 2024 — Resuming consideration of the motion of Mr. Beaulieu (La Pointe-de-l'Île), seconded by Mr. Ste-Marie (Joliette), — That Bill C-354, An Act to amend the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission Act (Quebec’s cultural distinctiveness and French-speaking communities), 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. 19
C-353 — December 1, 2023 — On or after Tuesday, January 30, 2024 — Resuming consideration of the motion of Ms. Lantsman (Thornhill), seconded by Mr. Majumdar (Calgary Heritage), — That Bill C-353, An Act to provide for the imposition of restrictive measures against foreign hostage takers and those who practice arbitrary detention in state-to-state relations and to make related amendments to the Proceeds of Crime (Money Laundering) and Terrorist Financing Act and the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act, be now read a second time and referred to the Standing Committee on Foreign Affairs and International Development.
Pursuant to Standing Order 86(3), jointly seconded by:
Ms. Lewis (Haldimand—Norfolk) — November 22, 2023
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).
Statement by Speaker regarding royal recommendation — October 19, 2023 (See Debates).
No. 20
C-356 — October 30, 2023 — Resuming consideration of the motion of Mr. Poilievre (Carleton), seconded by Ms. Lantsman (Thornhill), — That Bill C-356, An Act respecting payments by Canada and requirements in respect of housing and to amend certain other Acts, be now read a second time and referred to the Standing Committee on Human Resources, Skills and Social Development and the Status of Persons with Disabilities.
Pursuant to Standing Order 86(3), jointly seconded by:
Mr. Kmiec (Calgary Shepard) — September 25, 2023
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).
Statement by Speaker regarding royal recommendation — October 19, 2023 (See Debates).

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List for the Consideration of Private Members’ Business
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