Bill C-13 explained in plain English
An Act to implement certain provisions of the 2011 budget as updated on June 6, 2011 and other measures
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The Keeping Canada's Economy and Jobs Growing Act implements 2011 budget measures by introducing new tax credits for families and volunteer firefighters, adjusting existing benefits, and amending various federal laws concerning taxation, pensions, and other economic matters.
Bill C-13, known as the Keeping Canada's Economy and Jobs Growing Act, implements changes related to the 2011 budget. It introduces new tax credits for families, including credits for caregivers and children's artistic activities, and provides a tax credit for volunteer firefighters. The bill also adjusts existing tax benefits like the Canada child tax benefit and GST/HST credit, and modifies rules for tuition, education, and textbook credits. Additionally, it makes changes to tariff provisions and various other acts related to pensions, taxation, student loans, employment insurance, and public administration.
- Introduces new tax credits for individuals who are caregivers for infirm dependent relatives.
- Introduces a new tax credit for expenses related to children's artistic, cultural, recreational, and developmental activities.
- Introduces a new tax credit for eligible volunteer firefighters.
- Eliminates the rule that limits the number of claimants for the child tax credit to one per domestic establishment.
- Removes the $10,000 limit on eligible expenses that can be claimed for the medical expense tax credit for a dependent relative.
- Increases the threshold for advance payments of the Canada child tax benefit to $20 per month and for the GST/HST credit to $50 per quarter.
- Aligns the notification requirements for changes in marital status for recipients of the Canada child tax benefit with those for the GST/HST credit.
- Reduces the minimum duration requirements for courses to qualify for tuition, education, and textbook tax credits, as well as for educational assistance payments from registered education savings plans for students attending foreign universities.
- Modifies tariff provisions affecting goods such as hides and tin.
- Makes changes to rules regarding pensions and retirement arrangements.
- Amends provisions related to income tax, including rules for capital gains, dividends, scholarships, and registered savings plans.
- Introduces measures related to student financial assistance and student loans, including provisions for forgiving amounts on guaranteed student loans for certain healthcare professionals in underserved communities.
- Amends rules for employment insurance premiums and refunds.
- Makes changes to provisions concerning human rights.
- Amends aspects of the Canada Labour Code.
- Introduces changes to rules regarding conflicts of interest for public office holders.
- Amends legislation related to public administration and the financial administration of the government.
- Amends legislation related to veterans affairs.
- Amends legislation related to motor vehicle safety.
- Adjusts provisions related to federal-provincial fiscal arrangements and sales tax harmonization.
- Updates rules for the Canada Education Savings Act and the Children's Special Allowances Act.
- Amends provisions of the Income Tax Regulations and other regulations.
- Individuals claiming tax credits (caregivers, parents of children in arts programs, volunteer firefighters)
- Taxpayers claiming medical expense tax credits
- Recipients of the Canada child tax benefit and GST/HST credit
- Students attending foreign universities
- Pension plan members and administrators
- Businesses involved in international trade and customs
- Partnerships and corporations
- Registered charities and amateur athletic associations
- Individuals with registered education savings plans (RESPs), Registered Retirement Income Funds (RRIFs), and Registered Retirement Savings Plans (RRSPs)
- Individuals receiving scholarships, fellowships, or bursaries
- Employers regarding employment insurance premiums
- Public office holders
- Government employees and retirees
- Veterans
- Motor vehicle importers and renters
- Provinces involved in sales tax harmonization
- Healthcare professionals working in rural or remote communities
- Borrowers of Canada student loans
- Right to claim new tax credits (family caregiver, children's arts, volunteer firefighter).
- Right to claim increased advance payments for Canada child tax benefit and GST/HST credit.
- Obligation to comply with updated rules for tuition, education, and textbook tax credits.
- Obligation for qualified donees to maintain records and comply with receipt issuance rules.
- Right for certain healthcare professionals to have guaranteed student loans forgiven.
- Right to receive refunds of employment insurance premiums under specific conditions.
- Public office holders' right to maintain employment opportunities or professional qualifications upon leaving public office, under specified conditions.
- Obligation to adhere to new or amended tariff provisions.
- Certain provisions related to pensions and retirement arrangements are deemed to have come into force on December 14 or 15, 1994.
- Part 1 of the Act comes into force on April 1, 2012.
- Subsection (2) comes into force on the later of the day the Act receives royal assent and January 1, 2012.
- Subsection (1) of Section 149.1 comes into force on the later of the day the Act receives royal assent and January 1, 2012.
- The heading of Part V of the Act and the related subsection (1) come into force on the later of the day the Act receives royal assent and January 1, 2012.
- Subsection (1) comes into force on the day section 153 of this Act comes into force.
- Changes to Section 5 of the Canada Education Savings Act apply to the 2011 and subsequent taxation years.
- Changes to Section 5 of the Act concerning the Canada Education Savings Act apply for the 2011 and subsequent taxation years.
- Amendments related to student loans are effective for amounts forgiven for the 2010 and subsequent taxation years.
- Changes to employment insurance premiums are effective for the 2011 and subsequent calendar years.
- The repeal of subsection 9(2) of the Canadian Human Rights Act is effective on the day the Act receives royal assent.
- The repeal of paragraph 235(2)(b) of the Canada Labour Code is effective on the day the Act receives royal assent.
- Amendments to Section 15 of the Conflict of Interest Act apply in respect of departures from public office that occur on or after the day the Act receives royal assent.
- Amendments to Section 1679 of the Jobs and Economic Growth Act apply in respect of declarations made on or after the day the Act receives royal assent.
- Amendments to the Department of Veterans Affairs Act come into force on the day the Act receives royal assent.
- Amendments to the Motor Vehicle Safety Act concerning vehicle rentals come into force on the day the Act receives royal assent.
- Amendments to the Federal-Provincial Fiscal Arrangements Act and Part IX of the Excise Tax Act related to payments made before the Act's assent are effective on the day the Act receives royal assent.
- The amendments to the List of Tariff Provisions and related sections come into effect on dates specified in those sections or on royal assent.
- Introduction of new tax credits may reduce federal tax revenue.
- Elimination of certain limits on tax credits could increase the value of claims for some taxpayers.
- Adjustments to advance payment thresholds for child and GST/HST benefits may alter the timing and amount of payments received by eligible individuals.
- Changes to rules for tuition, education, and textbook credits, and RESPs could affect the tax liabilities and savings for students and families.
- Amendments to tariff provisions may alter the cost of imported goods.
- Changes to employment insurance premium calculations and refund rules could impact employer costs and government revenue.
- Provisions for forgiving student loans represent a potential reduction in government revenue.
- Changes to pension and retirement plan rules could have financial implications for individuals and financial institutions.
- Amendments to tax regulations and rules for qualified donees may affect the financial operations and tax status of registered organizations.
- The Act enables the Minister to assess taxpayers in respect of amounts they are liable to pay under Part XV of the Income Tax Act.
- The Minister may suspend the authority of a qualified donee to issue official receipts for one year if they contravene certain sections or if specific conditions are met.
- Penalties for non-compliance with record-keeping requirements by qualified donees may apply.
- The exact financial impact of the new tax credits and the removal of expense limits is not specified.
- The precise conditions for qualifying for the family caregiver tax credit, children's arts tax credit, and volunteer firefighters tax credit are detailed within the bill but require interpretation in specific cases.
- The specifics of the formula for calculating employment insurance premium refunds are provided but may require further clarification in application.
- The extent to which the Minister has discretion in applying certain provisions, such as extending filing times or suspending receipt-issuing authority, is not fully detailed.
- The definition of 'underserved rural or remote community' for student loan forgiveness is not explicitly provided within the text.
- The specific tariff provisions amended or repealed require cross-referencing with the schedules of the Act and related tariff tables.
- The full scope of amendments to the Income Tax Act and its regulations is extensive and covers numerous sections, requiring detailed examination of each.
- The commencement dates for some provisions are dependent on the day the Act receives royal assent, which is not a fixed future date.
- The interpretation of 'reasonable to conclude' regarding awards for educational programs could lead to case-specific determinations.
- The conditions for the 'excluded amount' in taxation and its interaction with various income types and dispositions are complex and may require interpretation.
- The application of deeming provisions for certain pension-related acts coming into force on specific past dates requires careful consideration.
Changes are made to various sections, including rules concerning capital gains, dividends, scholarships, medical expense tax credits, tuition credits, registered savings plans, and the definition of 'excluded amount'. Specific provisions like paragraph 18(11)(g) are repealed, and new subsections are added to sections concerning capital property, flow-through shares, and qualified dividends. The Act is also amended concerning the conditions for the "excluded amount" in relation to an individual's taxation year and rules for Registered Retirement Income Funds (RRIFs) and Registered Retirement Savings Plans (RRSPs).
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The specific sections amended are too numerous to list exhaustively, but include changes to rules regarding the family caregiver tax credit, the children's arts tax credit, the volunteer firefighters tax credit, and the medical expense tax credit. The Act also amends rules regarding tuition, education, and textbook tax credits, and the advance payment thresholds for the Canada child tax benefit and GST/HST credit. Further amendments include changes to the Income Tax Regulations, specific provisions related to Registered Retirement Income Funds (RRIFs) and Registered Retirement Savings Plans (RRSPs), and rules concerning qualified donees and their obligations. Various other sections related to income tax are also affected, including those pertaining to capital property, flow-through shares, and dividends. Sections 40, 54, 56, 60, 112, 120.4, 146, and 188 of the Act are explicitly mentioned as being amended or having provisions repealed. The Act also deems certain provisions of other pension-related acts to have come into force on specific dates in 1994. Specific amendments are also made to sections 41 and 14(2) of the Act. Parts of the Act concerning qualified donees and penalties related to them are also amended. Section 189 of the Act is amended regarding the Minister's authority to assess taxpayers. Changes are also made to provisions concerning partnerships and their fiscal periods, as well as to rules regarding qualified dividends. Sections related to registered pension plans and specified pension plans are also affected. Rules concerning excluded amounts and their calculation are amended. The Act also includes provisions that amend or repeal sections of other acts, such as the Income Tax Act, and various regulations. The list of laws and regulations affected by this bill is extensive and detailed within the bill text, covering numerous sections of the Income Tax Act and related regulations.
Certain provisions of this Act are deemed to have come into force on specific dates in December 1994, including subsections 2(4) and 6(2), sections 8, 11, and 18, subsection 33(2), sections 40 and 41, subsection 48(1), and sections 61, 68, and 70. Additionally, paragraph 42.1(1)(a) is deemed to have come into force on December 15, 1994.
Source: See Part 19, Section 175
Certain provisions of this Act are deemed to have come into force on specific dates in December 1994.
Source: See Part 19, Section 175
Certain provisions of this Act are deemed to have come into force on specific dates in December 1994.
Source: See Part 19, Section 175
Changes are made to tariff provisions, including amendments to the List of Tariff Provisions set out in the schedule to the Act. Specific tariff provisions are repealed, and new ones are added. The Act also amends tariff provisions related to commercial samples and other goods.
Source: Sections 67, 68, 69, 70, 71
This Act is amended by adding provisions related to consequential amendments concerning compensation for actions taken under other provisions.
Source: Section 66
Section 5 is amended by adding new provisions concerning eligibility for benefits when a primary caregiver changes and rules for multiple primary caregivers.
Source: Section 62(1), 62(3)
The Act is amended by adding provisions that allow the Minister to forgive amounts in respect of guaranteed student loans for certain healthcare professionals working in underserved rural or remote communities.
Source: Section 63
Section 15 of the Act is amended to allow for regulations prescribing amounts that may be forgiven in respect of a year under section 9.2 of the Canada Student Loans Act, and the maximum number of years for which amounts may be forgiven.
Source: Section 64(1), 64(2)
The Act is amended by adding a new section that allows the Minister to forgive amounts in respect of guaranteed student loans for borrowers who begin to work in an underserved rural or remote community as a family physician, nurse, or nurse practitioner, provided they meet prescribed conditions.
Source: Section 65
Section 96 is amended to include provisions for refunding a portion of employment insurance premiums for 2011 based on a formula comparing 2010 and 2011 premiums. It also clarifies that no interest will be paid on these refunds. Another section of the Act is also amended regarding employer premiums.
Source: Sections 76(1), 76(2)
Section 15 is amended to allow reporting public office holders to engage in employment or practice a profession to maintain employment opportunities or professional qualifications upon leaving public office, under specific conditions.
Source: Section 80(1)
Section 1679 of this Act is amended to change the replacement of subsection 10(4), specifying conditions under which subsections (1) and (2) do not apply to a chief executive.
Source: Section 81(1)
This Act is amended in relation to the appointment of the Chief Human Resources Officer.
Source: Section 81(1)
The Act is amended by adding new provisions related to benefits and care provided by the Minister.
Source: Section 82
Paragraph 42.1(1)(a), as enacted by section 22 of the amending Act, is deemed to have come into force on December 15, 1994.
Source: Section 175(b)
Paragraph 50.1(1)(a), as enacted by section 49 of the amending Act, is deemed to have come into force on December 15, 1994.
Source: Section 175(c)
Paragraph 26.1(1)(a), as enacted by section 77 of the amending Act, is deemed to have come into force on December 15, 1994.
Source: Section 175(d)
Section 7 is amended to provide exceptions to sections 5 and 6 for Canadian residents who import a vehicle licensed in the United States for non-commercial rental purposes.
Source: Section 84(1)
Section 8.4 is amended to allow the appropriate minister to pay provinces, under a sales tax harmonization agreement, out of amounts received under Part IX of the Excise Tax Act. A new subsection (2) is added to section 8.7 to confirm the validity of payments made before the Act's assent that could have been authorized under the amended section 8.4.
Source: Sections 85(1), 85(2)
Part IX of the Excise Tax Act is mentioned in relation to payments made to provinces under sales tax harmonization agreements.
Source: Section 85(1)
Part XXXV of the Income Tax Regulations is referred to in relation to the suspension of authority for qualified donees to issue official receipts. Section 216 and the heading before it are repealed. Subsection 4900(10) is repealed. Section 8300(1) is amended to add definitions. Schedule II to the Regulations is amended in relation to Class 43.1.
Source: Sections 22(1), 23(1), 24(3), 25(1), 26(1), 27(1), 28(1), 29(1), 30(1), 31(1), 32(1), 33(1), 34(1), 35(1), 36(1), 37(1), 38(1), 39(1), 40(1), 41(1), 42(1), 43(1), 44(1), 45(1), 46(1), 47(1), 48(1), 49(1), 50(1), 51(1), 52(1), 53(1), 54(1), 55(1), 56(1), 57(1), 58(1), 59(1), 60(1), 61(1)
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Official textThe official summary published alongside the bill, shown exactly as written.
Source: Parliament of Canada (LEGISinfo)
The Library of Parliament does not prepare Legislative Summaries for budget implementation bills. The following is a short summary: On 4 October 2011, the Minister of Finance introduced Bill C-13, An Act to implement certain provisions of the 2011 budget as updated on June 6, 2011 and other measures (Keeping Canada's Economy and Jobs Growing Act), in the House of Commons and it was given first reading. Part 1 implements income tax measures and related measures proposed in the 2011 budget. Among other things it: • introduces the family caregiver tax credit for caregivers of infirm dependent relatives; • introduces the children’s arts tax credit on up to $500 per child of eligible fees associated with children’s artistic, cultural, recreational and developmental activities; • introduces a volunteer firefighters tax credit to allow eligible volunteer firefighters to claim a 15% non-refundable tax credit based on an amount of $3,000; • eliminates the rule that limits the number of claimants for the child tax credit to one per domestic establishment; • removes the $10,000 limit on eligible expenses that can be claimed under the medical expense tax credit in respect of a dependent relative; • increases the advance payment threshold for the Canada child tax benefit to $20 per month and for the GST/HST credit to $50 per quarter; • allows the tuition tax credit to be claimed for eligible occupational, trade and professional examination fees; • allows the reallocation of assets in registered education savings plans for siblings without incurring tax penalties; • extends to the end of 2013 the temporary accelerated capital cost allowance treatment for investment in machinery and equipment in the manufacturing and processing sector; • expands eligibility for the accelerated capital cost allowance for clean energy generation and conservation equipment; • extends eligibility for the mineral exploration tax credit by one year to flow-through share agreements entered into before March 31, 2012; • expands the eligibility rules for qualifying environmental trusts; • amends the deduction rates for intangible capital costs in the oil sands sector; • introduces rules to strengthen the tax regime for charitable donations; • introduces anti-avoidance rules for registered retirement savings plans and registered retirement income funds; • introduces rules to limit tax deferral opportunities for individual pension plans; • introduces rules to limit tax deferral opportunities for corporations with significant interests in partnerships; and • extends the dividend stop-loss rules to dividends deemed to be received on the redemption of shares held by certain corporations. Part 1 also implements other selected income tax measures and related measures. Most of these measures were referred to in the 2011 budget as previously announced measures. Among other things it • clarifies that the “financially dependent” test applies for the purposes of provisions that permit rollovers of the assets of a deceased taxpayer’s registered retirement savings plan or registered retirement income fund to an infirm child or grandchild’s registered disability savings plan; • clarifies the rules applicable to the scholarship exemption for post-secondary scholarships, fellowships and bursaries; and • amends the pension-to-registered retirement savings plan transfer limits in situations where the accrued pension amount was reduced due to the insolvency of the employer and underfunding of the employer’s registered pension plan. Part 2 amends the Softwood Lumber Products Export Charge Act, 2006 to implement the softwood lumber ruling rendered by the London Court of International Arbitration on January 21, 2011. Part 3 amends the Customs Tariff in order to simplify it and reduce the customs processing burden for Canadians by consolidating similar tariff items that have the same tariff rates and removing end-use provisions where appropriate. The amendments also simplify the structure of some provisions and remove obsolete provisions. Part 4 amends the Customs Tariff to introduce new tariff items to facilitate the processing of low value non-commercial imports arriving by post or by courier. Part 5 amends the Canada Education Savings Act to make the additional amount of a Canada Education Savings grant that is available under subsection 5(4) of that Act available to more than one of the beneficiary’s parents, if they share custody of the beneficiary, they are eligible individuals as defined in section 122.6 of the Income Tax Act and the beneficiary is a qualified dependant of each of them. Part 6 amends the Children’s Special Allowances Act and a regulation made under that Act respecting payments relating to children under care. Part 7 amends the Canada Student Financial Assistance Act to provide that the maximum aggregate amount of outstanding student loans is to be determined by regulation, to remove the power of the Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development to deny certificates of eligibility, and to change the limitation period for the Minister to take administrative measures. It also authorizes the Minister to forgive portions of family physicians’, nurses’ and nurse practitioners’ student loans if they begin to work in under-served rural or remote communities. Part 8 amends Part IV of the Employment Insurance Act to provide a temporary measure to refund a portion of employer premiums for small business. An employer whose premiums were $10,000 or less in 2010 will be refunded the increase in 2011 premiums over those paid in 2010, to a maximum of $1,000. Part 9 provides for payments to be made to provinces, territories, municipalities, First Nations and other entities for municipal infrastructure improvements. Part 10 amends the Canadian Securities Regulation Regime Transition Office Act so that funding for the Canadian Securities Regulation Regime Transition Office may be fixed through an appropriation Act. Part 11 amends the Wage Earner Protection Program Act to extend in certain circumstances the period during which wages earned by individuals but not paid to them by their employers who are bankrupt or subject to receivership may be the subject of a payment under that Act. Part 12 amends the Canadian Human Rights Act to repeal certain provisions that provide for mandatory retirement. It also amends the Canada Labour Code to repeal a provision that denies employees the right to severance pay for involuntary termination if they are entitled to a pension. Finally, it amends the Conflict of Interest Act. Part 13 amends the Judges Act to permit the appointment of two additional judges to the Nunavut Court of Justice. Part 14 provides for the retroactive coming into force of section 9 of the Nordion and Theratronics Divestiture Authorization Act in order to ensure the validity of pension regulations made under that section. Part 15 amends the Canada Pension Plan to include amounts received by an employee under an employer-funded disability plan in contributory salary and wages. Part 16 amends the Jobs and Economic Growth Act to replace the reference to the Treasury Board Secretariat with a reference to the Chief Human Resources Officer in subsections 10(4) and 38.1(1) of the Public Servants Disclosure Protection Act. Part 17 amends the Department of Veterans Affairs Act to include a definition of dependant and to provide express regulation-making authority for the provision of certain benefits in non-institutional locations. Part 18 amends the Canada Elections Act to phase out quarterly allowances to registered parties. Part 19 amends the Special Retirement Arrangements Act to permit the reservation of pension contributions from any benefit that is or becomes payable to a person. Part 20 amends the Motor Vehicle Safety Act to allow residents of Canada to temporarily import a rental vehicle from the United States for up to 30 days, or for any other prescribed period, for non-commercial use. Part 21 amends the Federal-Provincial Fiscal Arrangements Act to clarify the legislative framework pertaining to payments under tax agreements entered into with provinces under Part III.1 of that Act. Part 22 amends the Department of Human Resources and Skills Development Act to change the residency requirements of certain commissioners.
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This record documents the first reading of Bill C-13 in the Senate on November 22, 2011, prior to its receiving Royal Assent.
This artifact details the procedural steps for Bill C-13 in the Senate. It shows that the bill had a first reading on November 22, 2011. The source text also notes that the bill received Royal Assent on December 15, 2011, and became Statutes of Canada 2011, chapter 24.
In the Senate on November 22, 2011, Bill C-13, related to the 2011 budget, received its first reading, and other parliamentary business was conducted.
On November 22, 2011, the Senate of Canada began the process for Bill C-13, an Act to implement provisions from the 2011 budget. The bill was introduced and read for the first time in the Senate. The sitting also included discussions on various other matters, such as reports from committees, inquiries, and oral questions on topics ranging from children's rights to foreign affairs. Several senators delivered statements recognizing individuals and programs, and debated other legislative items.
The Senate completed the second reading of Bill C-13 on November 24, 2011, following speeches from the sponsor and a respondent.
The Senate's second reading of Bill C-13, concerning budget provisions and other measures, was completed on November 24, 2011. This stage involved speeches from the sponsor and a response speech.
During the Senate's second reading debate on Bill C-13, senators discussed its economic provisions, infrastructure funding, and political financing, before referring the bill to committee.
On November 24, 2011, the Senate met for the second reading debate of Bill C-13, an act related to the 2011 budget and other measures. The debate focused on various aspects of the bill, including its potential economic impacts, infrastructure funding, and the removal of the per-vote subsidy for political parties. Senators also discussed other matters before the Senate, such as reports from parliamentary delegations, committee reports on other bills, and questions raised during the Question Period concerning Auditor General's reports on government programs. Following the debate, the Senate referred Bill C-13 to the Standing Committee on National Finance for further study.
During the Senate's second reading debate on Bill C-13, Senator Gerstein spoke in support, detailing measures like permanent gas tax transfers and subsidy phase-outs, while Senator Ringuette raised concerns about the bill's scope and potential impacts, leading to the bill's referral to committee.
This document is a record of the Senate debate on November 24, 2011, concerning Bill C-13, the "Keeping Canada's Economy and Jobs Growing Bill." Senator Irving Gerstein sponsored the bill, presenting it as a continuation of the government's economic action plan designed to create jobs and support families and businesses. He highlighted several key measures within the bill, including making the gas tax transfer to municipalities permanent, removing mandatory retirement ages in federal jurisdictions, and phasing out direct per-vote subsidies for political parties. Other initiatives mentioned included a family caregiver tax credit, a volunteer firefighters tax credit, a tax credit for children's arts participation, a student loan forgiveness program for rural medical professionals, an expansion of the tuition tax credit, a temporary hiring credit for small businesses, and an extension of clean energy tax credits. Senator Pierrette Ringuette raised concerns about the bill's length and the need for thorough committee review, questioning the lack of data on job creation from infrastructure spending and potential cuts to job-creating programs. She also noted that the gas tax transfer initiative was originally introduced by a Liberal government. Senator Jane Cordy questioned the hiring practices within government organizations, specifically ACOA, and Senator Donald Plett engaged in a debate with Senator Ringuette about political financing and past appointments. Senator Tommy Banks humorously noted the bill's continuation of previous Liberal policies and the exemption of senators from the removal of mandatory retirement. The Senate then moved to refer the bill to the Standing Senate Committee on National Finance. The document also includes discussions on other bills and matters before the Senate, such as the "Marketing Freedom for Grain Farmers Bill" (Bill C-18), reports from various Senate committees, and questions raised during Question Period regarding Auditor General reports on the Economic Action Plan, pharmaceutical drug trials, and military equipment maintenance. The debate on Bill C-13 concluded with its referral to committee.
The Senate completed its consideration of Bill C-13 in committee between November 29 and December 8, 2011.
This record describes the Senate committee stage for Bill C-13. The committee considered the bill on multiple dates between November 29 and December 8, 2011. This stage of the legislative process is now complete.
During a Senate sitting on December 8, 2011, Bill C-13 was reported from committee without amendment, while a significant debate occurred regarding a question of privilege related to Bill C-18 and a Federal Court ruling, with the Speaker reserving a decision.
On December 8, 2011, the Senate convened for a sitting that included routine proceedings, question period, and orders of the day. During this sitting, the Senate received a message from the House of Commons regarding Bill S-1002, which was passed without amendment. The Senate also received notification of Royal Assent for Bill S-1002. The National Finance Committee presented its Sixth Report, stating it had examined Bill C-13, "An Act to implement certain provisions of the 2011 budget as updated on June 6, 2011 and other measures," and reported it without amendment. Following this, Bill C-13 was placed on the Orders of the Day for third reading. A significant portion of the sitting involved a debate on a question of privilege raised by Senator Cowan concerning Bill C-18, the "Safe Streets and Communities Bill," and a recent Federal Court decision. The Speaker reserved a ruling on this matter. Other discussions included a border action plan, international human rights, commendations for veterans, issues related to Attawapiskat First Nation, and various bills, including "Appropriation Bill No. 3, 2011-12" (Bill C-29), "Safe Streets and Communities Bill" (Bill C-10), the "First Nations Elections Bill" (Bill S-6), and "National Strategy for Chronic Cerebrospinal Venous Insufficiency (CCSVI) Bill" (Bill S-204). The sitting concluded with motions to adjourn and to authorize committees to sit.
The Senate completed the Third Reading stage for Bill C-13 on December 13, 2011, after which the bill received Royal Assent.
This artifact indicates that on December 13, 2011, the Senate completed the Third Reading stage for Bill C-13, an Act to implement certain provisions of the 2011 budget as updated on June 6, 2011 and other measures. The bill later received Royal Assent on December 15, 2011, becoming Statutes of Canada 2011, c. 24.
During the Senate sitting on December 12, 2011, members heard tributes, tabled reports, questioned officials, and debated legislation including Bill C-13 and appropriation bills, with discussions covering economic measures, public sector integrity, and First Nations education.
On December 12, 2011, the Senate was in session. The day included Senate's Statements, Routine Proceedings, Question Period, and Orders of the Day. The Senate heard statements on the late Honourable Jean Casselman Wadds, tabled reports on lobbying activities and the Marketing Freedom for Grain Farmers Bill, and provided delayed answers to oral questions regarding opportunities for Aboriginal youth. Under Orders of the Day, the Senate received Mr. Mario Dion in Committee of the Whole for his appointment as Public Sector Integrity Commissioner. The Senate also considered reports on the Estimates and Appropriation Bill No. 3, 2011-12. The third reading debate for Bill C-13, the "Keeping Canada's Economy and Jobs Growing Bill," was adjourned. The Senate also proceeded with third reading of Appropriation Bill No. 3, 2011-12, which was passed, and adjourned the debate on the third report of the Standing Senate Committee on Aboriginal Peoples concerning First Nations education. Finally, a motion to authorize a committee to meet during Senate sittings was amended and stood.
On December 13, 2011, the Senate sat to honour retiring Senator Tommy Banks, with senators from all parties sharing tributes, and also addressed routine proceedings, questions on government policy, and the advancement of various bills.
This document records a Senate sitting on December 13, 2011. The primary focus was on paying tribute to Senator Tommy Banks, who was retiring. Senators from various parties spoke, sharing personal anecdotes and highlighting Senator Banks' significant contributions as a musician, cultural advocate, and parliamentarian. The sitting also included routine proceedings, question period discussions on various topics including ministerial responsibility, environmental commitments, and legal aid, and the progression of several bills through different stages.
Bill C-13 completed its first reading in the House of Commons on October 4, 2011, and later received royal assent on December 15, 2011.
On October 4, 2011, Bill C-13, an Act to implement certain provisions of the 2011 budget as updated on June 6, 2011 and other measures, completed its first reading in the House of Commons. This is a procedural step where the bill is formally introduced and printed. The bill later received royal assent on December 15, 2011.
On October 4, 2011, Bill C-13 was introduced in the House of Commons as part of a sitting that included debates on mental health, suicide prevention, and various government policies.
On October 4, 2011, during the first reading stage in the House of Commons, Bill C-13, titled 'An Act to implement certain provisions of the 2011 budget as updated on June 6, 2011 and other measures,' was introduced. The record also details routine proceedings, statements by members on various topics including mental health and aboriginal issues, and oral questions about the economy, Afghanistan, and official languages. The House also debated an opposition motion regarding a national suicide prevention strategy.
The House of Commons completed the second reading of Bill C-13 on October 17, 2011, after which it proceeded to committee study and eventually received royal assent.
This record shows that Bill C-13 completed its second reading stage in the House of Commons on October 17, 2011. The second reading of a bill is a key point where the House debates the overall principles and purpose of the bill. Following this stage, the bill was referred to a committee for further study. The record also indicates that the bill ultimately received royal assent on December 15, 2011, becoming Statutes of Canada 2011, c. 24.
This House of Commons debate on Bill C-13, the "Keeping Canada's Economy and Jobs Growing Act," involved discussions on budget implementation, economic policies, tax measures, job creation, and fiscal management, with differing views expressed by members of various parties.
This document is a record of the House of Commons debate on Bill C-13, the "Keeping Canada's Economy and Jobs Growing Act," during its second reading stage on October 5, 2011. The debate focused on the provisions of the bill, which aimed to implement elements of the 2011 budget and introduce other measures. Members from different parties discussed various aspects of the bill, including tax credits for small businesses and families, infrastructure funding, support for industries, and measures related to employment insurance and pensions. The debate also touched upon broader economic issues such as job creation, the national debt, international trade, and the impact of global economic conditions on Canada. The sitting included statements by members on various topics, oral questions directed to ministers, and the introduction of several other bills. The debate concluded with a notice of a time allocation motion, indicating a need to limit further debate on Bill C-13.
During the House of Commons debate on Bill C-13 at second reading, MPs discussed the bill's economic measures, with the government emphasizing job creation and support for families, while the opposition raised concerns about its economic impacts and fairness.
This document is a record of a debate in the House of Commons on October 5, 2011, concerning Bill C-13, the "Keeping Canada's Economy and Jobs Growing Act." The debate occurred during the second reading stage of the bill. Members of Parliament from various parties, including the Conservative (CPC), New Democratic (NDP), and Liberal (Lib.) parties, participated. The discussion primarily focused on the economic measures proposed in the bill, with government members highlighting its benefits for job creation, small businesses, families, and communities, while opposition members criticized its potential impact on the economy, particularly concerning job losses in manufacturing, rising household debt, and insufficient support for low-income individuals and seniors. Specific measures discussed included a temporary hiring credit for small businesses, tax support for clean energy, infrastructure funding for municipalities, a family caregiver tax credit, and the elimination of mandatory retirement for federally regulated employees. The debate also touched upon broader economic issues such as trade relations with the United States, the oil sands industry, public pensions, and youth employment. Towards the end of the proceedings, the government indicated its intention to use time allocation to limit further debate on the bill.
During the House of Commons debate on Bill C-13 at second reading, members discussed economic measures, tax policies, job creation, and infrastructure funding, with opposition parties expressing concerns and government members defending the bill's provisions.
This is a record of a debate in the House of Commons on October 5, 2011, concerning Bill C-13, which aimed to implement provisions from the 2011 budget. The debate focused on various aspects of the bill, including tax measures, job creation initiatives, support for small businesses, infrastructure funding, and the economy. Opposition parties raised concerns about the bill's impact on low-income Canadians, the effectiveness of corporate tax cuts, unemployment rates, and the long-term economic strategy. Government members defended the bill, highlighting its measures to support economic growth, create jobs, and assist families and communities. The debate also touched upon international trade relations, environmental policies, and national defence spending.
During the House of Commons second reading debate on Bill C-13, Members of Parliament discussed economic policies, job creation measures, and various budget provisions, with significant debate between government and opposition parties on the bill's merits and the state of the Canadian economy.
This artifact is a record of the House of Commons debate at the second reading stage of Bill C-13, an Act to implement certain provisions of the 2011 budget as updated on June 6, 2011 and other measures. The debate covers a wide range of topics, with Members of Parliament discussing the economy, job creation, taxation, infrastructure projects (like the Champlain Bridge), international trade, and various specific measures within the bill. There is significant back-and-forth between the government (Conservative Party) and opposition parties (NDP and Liberal Party) regarding the effectiveness of the government's economic policies, the impact of tax changes, and the management of public finances. Specific measures like a temporary hiring credit for small businesses, tax credits for volunteer firefighters and caregivers, and changes to student loans are mentioned. The debate also touches on broader issues such as environmental policy, support for aboriginal communities, and national defence.
During the second reading of Bill C-13, the House of Commons debated a government motion to limit debate time, with opposition members arguing against it due to concerns about insufficient scrutiny and government members defending it by highlighting the bill's economic benefits and prior ample discussion.
On October 6, 2011, during the second reading debate of Bill C-13, the House of Commons considered a motion to allocate time for the bill's debate. This motion proposed limiting further debate to three sitting days and setting a deadline for putting questions to a vote. Opposition members, primarily from the NDP and Liberal parties, argued against the time allocation motion, citing concerns about stifling debate and the need for more thorough examination of the bill, particularly in light of changing economic conditions. Government members defended the motion, stating that ample debate had already occurred, including during a general election, and that the bill contained important measures for job creation and economic growth that needed to be implemented quickly. The debate also touched on various economic issues, including the effectiveness of tax credits, support for small businesses, infrastructure spending, and the impact of global economic conditions.
During a House of Commons debate on October 7, 2011, MPs discussed Bill C-13, focusing on job creation, economic policies, tax measures, and social issues, with differing views expressed by members of various parties.
This record details a debate in the House of Commons on October 7, 2011, concerning Bill C-13, an act to implement certain provisions of the 2011 budget. Various Members of Parliament from different parties (Liberal, Conservative, NDP, BQ) spoke, primarily discussing job creation, economic growth, tax policies, and specific social issues like climate change, youth unemployment, seniors' care, and healthcare. The debate included exchanges on the effectiveness of government policies, the impact of tax credits, and the need for government action on various economic and social fronts. Some MPs congratulated colleagues on their maiden speeches and emphasized their commitment to their constituents.
On October 17, 2011, the House of Commons held a second reading debate on Bill C-13, discussing its measures for economic growth and job creation, before referring it to committee.
This record documents the second reading debate of Bill C-13, "An Act to implement certain provisions of the 2011 budget as updated on June 6, 2011 and other measures," in the House of Commons on October 17, 2011. The debate included discussions on job creation, economic growth, support for families and communities, investments in education and training, and respecting taxpayers. Various members from different parties presented their views on the bill's measures, with the government emphasizing its economic action plan and the opposition raising concerns about its effectiveness and inclusivity, particularly regarding low-income Canadians and specific industries like small businesses and the environment. Following the debate, the bill was read the second time and referred to a committee. This is a record of the debate and not the full text of the bill.
Bill C-13 completed its committee examination stage in the House of Commons on November 4, 2011.
This record indicates that Bill C-13, an Act to implement certain provisions of the 2011 budget as updated on June 6, 2011 and other measures, completed the 'Consideration in committee' stage in the House of Commons on November 4, 2011. This stage is where a legislative committee examines a bill in detail, clause by clause.
During a House of Commons sitting on November 4, 2011, Members debated Bill C-16, aimed at ensuring the independence of military judges through security of tenure, a measure prompted by a court ruling with a looming deadline.
On November 4, 2011, the House of Commons was engaged in debate regarding Bill C-16, An Act to amend the National Defence Act (military judges). The debate focused on the need to ensure the independence of military judges by granting them security of tenure until age 60. This measure was a response to a court ruling that found the existing five-year renewable appointment for military judges did not meet constitutional requirements for an independent judiciary. Several members expressed support for the bill, recognizing the urgency of the situation due to an upcoming deadline to pass remedial legislation. There was also discussion and disagreement regarding the process of how the bill was being brought forward, with some members expressing frustration over the government's handling of parliamentary procedures and the denial of unanimous consent for other matters.
The House of Commons completed the report stage for Bill C-13 on November 17, 2011.
The House of Commons completed its report stage for Bill C-13 on November 17, 2011. This stage involved reviewing and potentially amending the bill after it had been considered by a committee. The artifact indicates that the report stage was completed, meaning the House moved on to the next procedural step.
This House of Commons sitting on November 15, 2011, focused on the report stage of Bill C-13, featuring debates on tax measures, economic policies, and the government's budget implementation, alongside points of order and routine proceedings.
This artifact is a record of a sitting of the House of Commons on November 15, 2011, during the report stage of Bill C-13, An Act to implement certain provisions of the 2011 budget as updated on June 6, 2011 and other measures. The sitting included routine proceedings, government orders where the "Keeping Canada's Economy and Jobs Growing Act" (Bill C-13) was considered, statements by members on various topics, and oral questions. Notably, a point of order was raised regarding committee proceedings and the sub judice convention, and the government gave notice of a time allocation motion for Bill C-13. The debate at report stage focused on various clauses and proposed amendments to Bill C-13, with members from different parties discussing themes such as the creation of a securities transition office, tax credits for families and businesses, the gas tax fund, support for seniors, and the impact of the bill on the economy and job creation. The sitting concluded with private members' business and adjournment proceedings.
On November 16, 2011, the House of Commons debated and ultimately passed Bill C-13 after extensive discussion and the application of time allocation, alongside other procedural business including the introduction of new bills and debate on adjournment proceedings.
The House of Commons sat on November 16, 2011. The sitting included 'Statements by Members', 'Oral Questions', 'Routine Proceedings', and 'Government Orders'. During 'Routine Proceedings', several bills were introduced, including amendments to the Statistics Act and the Income Tax Act. The 'Government Orders' section involved debate on Bill C-13, the 'Keeping Canada's Economy and Jobs Growing Act'. A time allocation motion was debated and passed, limiting further debate on Bill C-13 at the report and third reading stages. Following this, several divisions (votes) were taken on amendments to Bill C-13, all of which were defeated. The bill was then agreed to at report stage, read the third time, and passed. The sitting concluded with 'Adjournment Proceedings' where members debated issues such as gasoline prices and poverty.
Bill C-13 successfully completed its Third Reading in the House of Commons on November 21, 2011, and later received Royal Assent on December 15, 2011.
This record indicates that Bill C-13 completed its Third Reading stage in the House of Commons on November 21, 2011. The bill later received Royal Assent on December 15, 2011, becoming Statutes of Canada 2011, c. 24. The artifact details the procedural progression of the bill through various stages in both the House of Commons and the Senate, including first reading, second reading, committee consideration, report stage, and third reading in each chamber.
During the third reading debate of Bill C-13, the House of Commons discussed the economic and social measures within the bill, with the government highlighting job creation and tax relief, and opposition parties raising concerns about inequality, environmental policies, and the bill's overall impact.
On November 21, 2011, the House of Commons debated Bill C-13, also known as the "Keeping Canada's Economy and Jobs Growing Act". This debate occurred during the third reading stage of the bill's passage. The record shows a wide-ranging discussion covering various economic and social policies, including tax credits for families, small businesses, and volunteer firefighters, as well as infrastructure funding and support for seniors. Opposition parties raised concerns about the bill's impact on the economy, job quality, government spending, and the perceived lack of support for vulnerable populations and environmental initiatives. The debate also touched on unrelated matters such as the treatment of veterans and the process of debate itself, including the use of time allocation.
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Vote Summary
Representative Voting Breakdown
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| Representative | Role | Riding | Party | Vote | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Jim FlahertySponsor MP | MP | Whitby—Oshawa | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. |
| MP | Richmond | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Haliburton—Kawartha Lakes—Brock | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
MP | MP | Huron—Bruce | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. |
| MP | Etobicoke—Lakeshore | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Madawaska—Restigouche | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
MP | MP | Durham | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. |
| MP | Lambton—Kent—Middlesex | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Wetaskiwin | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Wild Rose | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Mississauga—Erindale | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Prince George—Peace River | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Mississauga—Streetsville | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Saskatoon—Humboldt | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Edmonton—St. Albert | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Fort McMurray—Athabasca | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Westlock—St. Paul | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Simcoe North | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Sault Ste. Marie | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Portage—Lisgar | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Kamloops—Thompson—Cariboo | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Renfrew—Nipissing—Pembroke | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Ajax—Pickering | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Peace River | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Mégantic—L'Érable | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Willowdale | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Oshawa | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Okanagan—Shuswap | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Pickering—Scarborough East | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Okanagan—Coquihalla | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Prince Edward—Hastings | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Oxford | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Chatham-Kent—Essex | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Cypress Hills—Grasslands | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Ancaster—Dundas—Flamborough—Westdale | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Dufferin—Caledon | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Kootenay—Columbia | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Niagara West—Glanbrook | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Peterborough | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Calgary Northeast | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Calgary—Nose Hill | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Haldimand—Norfolk | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Red Deer | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
MP | MP | Abbotsford | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. |
| MP | London West | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Souris—Moose Mountain | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Mississauga—Brampton South | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Egmont | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Yorkton—Melville | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Cambridge | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Perth—Wellington | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | South Shore—St. Margaret's | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Battlefords—Lloydminster | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Leeds—Grenville | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Carleton—Mississippi Mills | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | West Nova | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Kenora | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Stormont—Dundas—South Glengarry | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Kitchener—Conestoga | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Lotbinière—Chutes-de-la-Chaudière | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Selkirk—Interlake | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Nanaimo—Alberni | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Port Moody—Westwood—Port Coquitlam | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Edmonton—Leduc | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Calgary Southeast | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Nipissing—Timiskaming | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Essex | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Lethbridge | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Don Valley East | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Eglinton—Lawrence | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Elgin—Middlesex—London | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Don Valley West | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Vancouver Island North | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | West Vancouver—Sunshine Coast—Sea to Sky Country | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | New Brunswick Southwest | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Kildonan—St. Paul | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Winnipeg South Centre | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Vaughan | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Fredericton | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Saskatoon—Rosetown—Biggar | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Delta—Richmond East | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Crowfoot | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Brampton West | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Edmonton Centre | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Medicine Hat | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Elmwood—Transcona | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Calgary Centre | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Vegreville—Wainwright | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Nunavut | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Halton | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Newmarket—Aurora | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Blackstrap | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | York Centre | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Chilliwack—Fraser Canyon | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Langley | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Saskatoon—Wanuskewin | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Beauce | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Brandon—Souris | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Wellington—Halton Hills | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Calgary Centre-North | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Tobique—Mactaquac | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Edmonton—Mill Woods—Beaumont | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Burlington | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Fleetwood—Port Kells | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Sarnia—Lambton | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Barrie | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Oak Ridges—Markham | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Kitchener—Waterloo | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Edmonton East | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Thornhill | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Central Nova | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | York—Simcoe | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Brant | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Glengarry—Prescott—Russell | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Nepean—Carleton | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Prince Albert | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Pitt Meadows—Maple Ridge—Mission | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Palliser | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Cariboo—Prince George | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | St. Catharines | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Northumberland—Quinte West | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Calgary West | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Desnethé—Missinippi—Churchill River | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Yellowhead | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Fundy Royal | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Niagara Falls | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Moncton—Riverview—Dieppe | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Dauphin—Swan River—Marquette | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Winnipeg South | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Saint John | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Kelowna—Lake Country | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Edmonton—Spruce Grove | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Scarborough Centre | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Ottawa—Orléans | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | South Surrey—White Rock—Cloverdale | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Cumberland—Colchester—Musquodoboit Valley | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Lanark—Frontenac—Lennox and Addington | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Saint Boniface | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Mississauga South | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Calgary Southwest | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Kitchener Centre | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Lévis—Bellechasse | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Charleswood—St. James—Assiniboia | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | London North Centre | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Macleod | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Etobicoke Centre | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Oakville | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Miramichi | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Edmonton—Sherwood Park | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Regina—Lumsden—Lake Centre | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Parry Sound—Muskoka | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Vancouver South | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Mississauga East—Cooksville | Conservative | Yes | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Marc-Aurèle-Fortin | NDP | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | British Columbia Southern Interior | NDP | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Rosemont—La Petite-Patrie | NDP | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Louis-Saint-Laurent | NDP | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Richmond—Arthabaska | Bloc Québécois | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Davenport | NDP | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Beauharnois—Salaberry | NDP | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Charlesbourg—Haute-Saint-Charles | NDP | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Québec | NDP | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Windsor West | NDP | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Thunder Bay—Superior North | NDP | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Algoma—Manitoulin—Kapuskasing | NDP | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | St. Paul's | Liberal | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Timmins—James Bay | NDP | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Terrebonne—Blainville | NDP | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Hamilton Mountain | NDP | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Abitibi—Témiscamingue | NDP | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Nickel Belt | NDP | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Jonquière—Alma | NDP | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Scarborough Southwest | NDP | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Chicoutimi—Le Fjord | NDP | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Ottawa South | Liberal | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Louis-Hébert | NDP | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Victoria | NDP | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Northwest Territories | NDP | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Saint-Bruno—Saint-Hubert | NDP | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Vancouver Kingsway | NDP | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Portneuf—Jacques-Cartier | NDP | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Saanich—Gulf Islands | Green Party | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | La Pointe-de-l'Île | NDP | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | New Westminster—Coquitlam | NDP | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Joliette | NDP | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Lac-Saint-Louis | Liberal | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Drummond | NDP | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Montmagny—L'Islet—Kamouraska—Rivière-du-Loup | NDP | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Laval—Les Îles | NDP | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Gatineau | NDP | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Guelph | Liberal | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Humber—St. Barbe—Baie Verte | Liberal | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Sudbury | NDP | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Rimouski-Neigette—Témiscouata—Les Basques | NDP | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
MP | MP | Vancouver Centre | Liberal | No | Recorded without an additional note. |
| MP | Laurier—Sainte-Marie | NDP | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | LaSalle—Émard | NDP | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Brossard—La Prairie | NDP | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | London—Fanshawe | NDP | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Mount Royal | Liberal | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Notre-Dame-de-Grâce—Lachine | NDP | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | St. John's East | NDP | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Vaudreuil-Soulanges | NDP | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Surrey North | NDP | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Nanaimo—Cowichan | NDP | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Compton—Stanstead | NDP | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Haute-Gaspésie—La Mitis—Matane—Matapédia | Bloc Québécois | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Repentigny | NDP | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Windsor—Tecumseh | NDP | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Markham—Unionville | Liberal | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Scarborough—Guildwood | Liberal | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Thunder Bay—Rainy River | NDP | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Manicouagan | NDP | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Montmorency—Charlevoix—Haute-Côte-Nord | NDP | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Laval | NDP | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Vancouver Quadra | Liberal | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Random—Burin—St. George's | Liberal | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Papineau | Liberal | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Burnaby—Douglas | NDP | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Etobicoke North | Liberal | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Rivière-des-Mille-Îles | NDP | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Cardigan | Liberal | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Vancouver East | NDP | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Edmonton—Strathcona | NDP | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Saint-Maurice—Champlain | NDP | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Bas-Richelieu—Nicolet—Bécancour | Bloc Québécois | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Pierrefonds—Dollard | NDP | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Welland | NDP | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Montcalm | NDP | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Westmount—Ville-Marie | Liberal | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Laurentides—Labelle | NDP | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Saint-Hyacinthe—Bagot | NDP | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Hochelaga | NDP | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Sydney—Victoria | Liberal | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Saint-Léonard—Saint-Michel | Liberal | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Pontiac | NDP | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Chambly—Borduas | NDP | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Beaches—East York | NDP | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Ottawa—Vanier | Liberal | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Halifax | NDP | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | York South—Weston | NDP | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Argenteuil—Papineau—Mirabel | NDP | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Skeena—Bulkley Valley | NDP | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Churchill | NDP | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Hull—Aylmer | NDP | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Trinity—Spadina | NDP | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Winnipeg Centre | NDP | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Honoré-Mercier | NDP | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Burnaby—New Westminster | NDP | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Sackville—Eastern Shore | NDP | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Gaspésie—Îles-de-la-Madeleine | NDP | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Rivière-du-Nord | NDP | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Brome—Missisquoi | NDP | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Longueuil—Pierre-Boucher | NDP | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Sherbrooke | NDP | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Wascana | Liberal | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Esquimalt—Juan de Fuca | NDP | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Scarborough—Rouge River | NDP | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Beauport—Limoilou | NDP | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Shefford | NDP | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Trois-Rivières | NDP | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Dartmouth—Cole Harbour | NDP | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Cape Breton—Canso | Liberal | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Alfred-Pellan | NDP | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Berthier—Maskinongé | NDP | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | St. John's South—Mount Pearl | NDP | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Saint-Lambert | NDP | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Avalon | Liberal | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Kings—Hants | Liberal | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Bonavista—Gander—Grand Falls—Windsor | Liberal | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Charlottetown | Liberal | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Saint-Laurent—Cartierville | Liberal | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Châteauguay—Saint-Constant | NDP | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Saint-Jean | NDP | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
MP | MP | Kingston and the Islands | Liberal | No | Recorded without an additional note. |
| MP | Outremont | NDP | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Jeanne-Le Ber | NDP | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Malpeque | Liberal | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Hamilton East—Stoney Creek | NDP | No | Recorded without an additional note. | |
| MP | Acadie—Bathurst | NDP | No | Recorded without an additional note. |
Official sources
Status, sponsor, votes, and timeline on this page are drawn from these official legislative sources and public records. Each summary above is attributed to its own source.
How this data is sourced