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The latest House transcript is from November 4th, when the word of the day was amendments. These are the topics that were discussed.

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Citizenship Act Third reading of Bill C-3. The bill addresses an Ontario court ruling that found the Citizenship Act's first-generation limit unconstitutional. It allows Canadians born abroad to pass citizenship to their children also born abroad, provided the parent has 1,095 cumulative days of physical presence in Canada. Liberals argue this ensures equality and responds to a court deadline. Conservatives and Bloc members contend the bill, which saw committee-passed amendments rejected, devalues citizenship by lacking requirements like language proficiency and security checks, creating "citizens of convenience" and "unfettered chain migration." 34000 words, 4 hours in 3 segments: 1 2 3.

Statements by Members

Question Period

The Conservatives criticize the Liberal government's reckless spending and record deficits, which drive up taxes and inflation. They highlight the increasing cost of living, especially rising food prices due to the industrial carbon tax and food packaging taxes, leading to more Canadians using food banks and youth unemployment. They also condemn the government for not protecting victims of child sexual abuse.
The Liberals emphasize their upcoming affordable budget, promising historic investments to build Canada's economy into the strongest in the G7. They refute claims of "imaginary taxes" on food and packaging, highlighting efforts to lower taxes for the middle class. The party also focuses on affordable housing, protecting children with tougher penalties for abusers, and upholding human rights internationally.
The Bloc criticizes the Liberal government for scrapping two billion trees and overall climate inaction. They also urge support for their bill to ban imports made with forced labour, especially from China due to the Uyghur genocide.
The NDP demand a corporate excess profit tax to fight rising costs and criticize lax coal mine pollution regulations.

Financial Statement of Minister of Finance Members debate the Liberal government's Budget 2025, presented as a generational investment plan for economic resilience, focusing on housing, infrastructure, defence, and productivity, alongside efforts for fiscal discipline. Opposition parties criticize the budget for a large deficit, increased debt, higher cost of living, and broken promises, particularly regarding the industrial carbon tax. Conservatives propose an amendment for affordability. 9200 words, 1 hour.

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Recently debated bills

C-3 Amend the Citizenship Act (2025)
C-14 Bail and Sentencing Reform
C-238 Amend the Criminal Code (restitution orders)
C-243 Amend the Corrections and Conditional Release Act (parole review)
C-239 Amend the Canada Health Act (accountability)
C-227 National Strategy on Housing for Young Canadians

Recent votes

#46 Passed First report of the Standing Committee on Human Resources, Skills and Social Development and the Status of Persons with Disabilities
#45 Passed C-3 Concurrence at report stage of Bill C-3, An Act to amend the Citizenship Act (2025)
#44 Passed C-3 Bill C-3, An Act to amend the Citizenship Act (2025) (report stage amendment)
#43 Passed Third report of the Standing Committee on Access to Information, Privacy and Ethics (main motion as amended)
#42 Passed Third report of the Standing Committee on Access to Information, Privacy and Ethics (amendment)
#41 Failed Opposition Motion (Cost of deficits)