✘ Bill C-251, Conservation of Fish Stocks and Management of Pinnipeds Act
Voted nay. Bill defeated.
Bill
Bill C-251, An Act respecting the development of a federal framework on the conservation of fish stocks and management of pinnipeds
Vote
Nay.
Rationale
Bill C-251 would require the Minister of Fisheries and Oceans to develop a federal framework on the conservation of fish stocks and management of pinnipeds. Despite the intention to address the management of pinnipeds, C-251 makes no reference to science. Decision on the health and well-being of mammals must be based on science not only in order to preserve the health of our ecosystems, but also to remain compliant with international trade policy provisions.
Failed.
Bill Status
Bill Defeated.
✔︎ C-68 (Fisheries Act amendment)
Voted yea. Bill adopted.
Bill
C-68: n Act to amend the Fisheries Act and other Acts in consequence.
Third Reading.
Vote
Yea.
Rationale
Our government is committed to protecting our biodiversity and C-68 will restore lost protections to fish and fish habitat and incorporate modern safeguards into law. Amendments to the Bill returns the Fisheries Act to the prohibition against the harmful alteration,disruption,or destruction of fish habitat and extends protection to all fish and their habitats.
Result
Passed.
✔︎ C-64 (Wrecked, Abandoned or Hazardous Vessels)
Voted yea. Bill adopted.
Bill
C-64: An Act respecting wrecks, abandoned, dilapidated or hazardous vessels and salvage operations.
Report.
Vote
Yea.
Rationale
This legislation addresses a longstanding concern of coastal communities and demonstrates in a concrete fashion our Government’s commitment to protect the environment, while also safeguarding communities from the costs and economic harm created by irresponsible vessel owners.
Result
Passed.
