✘ Conservative Opposition Day Motion

Bill

Given the proposed changes to the taxation of private corporations as outlined in the Minister of Finance's paper “Tax Planning Using Private Corporations” will have a drastic negative impact on small and medium sized local businesses, the House call on the government to continue, until January 31, 2018, its consultations on these measures

First reading.

Vote

Nay.

Rationale

Continuing these consultations for a longer period could exacerbate the current air of uncertainty for small business owners. The current due date allows our Government to deliver a framework for the new system to allow business owners time to plan for any changes ahead.

Result

Defeated.

✔︎ Motion to Study Bill C-323

Motion

Motion to extend the time allotted the Environment and Sustainable Development Committee to study Bill C-323

Vote

Yea.

Rationale

As a member of the Standing Committee on Environment and Sustainable Development, I believe the committee will be able to deliver a stronger and more comprehensive report on Bill C-323 if we have more time to dedicate to the bill. The Committee recently passed a motion to study National Historic Sites as our next study, which will be an important part of our analysis on Bill C-323.

Result

Passed.

✔︎ Paris Accord Motion

Motion

That, in the opinion of the House, climate change is a global problem that requires a global solution; and despite the withdrawal of the United States from the Paris Agreement, Canada remains committed to the implementation of the Agreement, as it is in the best interest of all Canadians

Vote

Yea.

Rationale

The Minister of the Environment and Climate Change has repeatedly stated that the Government of Canada will continue to implement the Paris Agreement regardless of what climate policies the U.S. may pursue. Debate and adoption of the motion will send a message to our North American partners, and the world, that Canada remains committed to taking meaningful action on the environment while growing the economy.

Result

Passed.

✔︎ CPC Opposition Day Motion (Expansion Pipeline)

Motion

Kinder Morgan Transmountain Expansion Pipeline

Vote

Yea.

Rationale

Our Government’s approval of the Trans Mountain Expansion Project - announced on November 29, 2016 along with the approval of the Line 3 Replacement Project, the dismissal of the Northern Gateway Project, and a formal tanker moratorium along British Columbia’s north coast - shows our commitment to creating jobs for the middle class while protecting the environment for future generations. These decisions demonstrate a balanced approach; one that will create prosperity while preserving the environment. 

Result

Passed.

✔︎ C-44 (Budget 2017)

Bill

C-44: An Act to implement certain provisions of the budget tabled in Parliament on March 22, 2017 and other measures

Report.

Vote

Yea.

Rationale

Budget 2017 is the next step in the Government’s ambitious plan to make smart investments that will create jobs, grow our economy, and provide more opportunities for the middle class and those working hard to join it. Budget 2017 puts Canada’s skilled, talented, and creative people at the heart of a more innovative future economy – one that will create middle class jobs today and tomorrow. Following in the footsteps of Budget 2016, Budget 2017 offers immediate help to those who need it most and helps ensure that everyone has a real and fair chance of success.

Similarly to my vote on C-44 at Second Reading, I strongly believe in the vision Budget 2017 puts forward. It will strengthen the Canadian economy over the long-term, and makes key investments to make us a dynamic competitor on the world stage.

Result

Passed.

✘ Motion on the ERRE Committee's Majority Report

Motion

Motion to concur in Electoral Reform Committee Report

Vote

Nay.

Rationale

This motion was brought forward largely as a political move, and not as an action to bring forward any real change or point to any true reform. In saying such, if the vote were to go forward, it would not have led to the implementation of proportional representation. As a former member of the ERRE Committee, I participated in drafting this report. I believe many of the recommendations to be beneficial, but there are several that I do not agree with, and as such, I could not vote to concur with the report. 

Result

Defeated.

✔︎ Motion to Extend House Sitting Hours

Motion

Extend the House of Commons sitting hours until midnight

Vote

Yea.

Rationale

The Government of Canada introduced a motion to extend House of Commons sitting hours until midnight each day until the summer recess. This meant that Members of Parliament will have an additional six hours to debate legislation each day, allowing more bills to be studied, and more work to be done on behalf of all Canadians.

Result

Passed.

✘ CPC Opposition Day Motion (Autism Funding)

Motion

Autism Funding.

Vote

Nay.

Rationale

The reason for declining the proposal is that the government is still engaging with many groups to identify other potential opportunities for partnerships, and with other departments to determine where in-vestments can best help those with autism and their families.

Our government intends to move forward with the CIHR’s NSERC and SSHRC commitments ($39.1M be-tween 2009 and 2019), support the Kids Brain Trans-Canadian network (diagnosis, treatment and family support), and PHAC will continue working with provinces and territories (P/Ts) to establish the National ASD Surveillance System (NASS). We will remain open to exploring future partnership opportunities.

Result

Defeated.

✔︎ M-64 (Italian Heritage Month)

Motion

M-64: Motion to Establish Italian Heritage Month

Vote

Yea.

Rationale

By recognizing the Italian community and drawing greater attention to their culture, histories, and traditions, we provide an opportunity for all Canadians to learn more about the diversity from which we garner our strength as a country. Italian Heritage Month will recognize, celebrate and raise awareness of the Italian community in Canada. Building a diverse and inclusive society by promoting and encouraging awareness, understanding and respect for many different cultures is at the top of our priorities. 

Result

Passed.

✘ C-322 (Road Crossings)

Bill

C-322: An Act to amend the Railway Safety Act (Road Crossings) 

Second reading.

Vote

Nay.

Rationale

A process to open new road crossings already exists. As mandated by the Prime Minister, Minister Garneau is improving rail safety and this is his top priority.

Result

Defeated.