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Wednesday, April 20, 2016 (No. 43)
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Private Members' Business |
Items in the Order of Precedence |
| No. 2 |
| C-242 — February 26, 2016 — Mr. Fragiskatos (London North Centre) — Second reading and reference to the Standing Committee on Justice and Human Rights of Bill C-242, An Act to amend the Criminal Code (inflicting torture). |
| Pursuant to Standing Order 86(3), jointly seconded by: |
| Mr. Bittle (St. Catharines) — April 18, 2016 |
| No. 3 |
| C-232 — February 25, 2016 — Mr. Lobb (Huron—Bruce) — Second reading and reference to the Standing Committee on Finance of Bill C-232, An Act to amend the Excise Act, 2001 (spirits). |
| No. 4 |
| C-225 — February 23, 2016 — Mrs. Wagantall (Yorkton—Melville) — Second reading and reference to the Standing Committee on Justice and Human Rights of Bill C-225, An Act to amend the Criminal Code (injuring or causing the death of a preborn child while committing an offence). |
| No. 5 |
| C-247 — February 26, 2016 — Mr. Sikand (Mississauga—Streetsville) — Second reading and reference to the Standing Committee on Justice and Human Rights of Bill C-247, An Act to amend the Criminal Code (passive detection device). |
| Pursuant to Standing Order 86(3), jointly seconded by: |
| Mr. Warawa (Langley—Aldergrove) — March 7, 2016 |
| No. 6 |
| C-233 — February 25, 2016 — Mr. Nicholson (Niagara Falls) — Second reading and reference to the Standing Committee on Health of Bill C-233, An Act respecting a national strategy for Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias. |
| No. 7 |
| M-45 — February 25, 2016 — Mr. Fillmore (Halifax) — That, in the opinion of the House, the government should ensure that: (a) before making decisions on infrastructure funding proposals, where federal funding exceeds $500 000, an analysis of their impact on greenhouse gas emissions is considered; and (b) where appropriate, funding priority be given to proposals which help to mitigate the impacts of climate change. |
| No. 8 |
| C-210 — January 27, 2016 — Mr. Bélanger (Ottawa—Vanier) — Second reading and reference to the Standing Committee on Canadian Heritage of Bill C-210, An Act to amend the National Anthem Act (gender). |
| Pursuant to Standing Order 86(3), jointly seconded by: |
| Ms. May (Saanich—Gulf Islands) — April 7, 2016 |
| No. 9 |
| C-246 — February 26, 2016 — Mr. Erskine-Smith (Beaches—East York) — Second reading and reference to the Standing Committee on Justice and Human Rights of Bill C-246, An Act to amend the Criminal Code, the Fisheries Act, the Textile Labelling Act, the Wild Animal and Plant Protection and Regulation of International and Interprovincial Trade Act and the Canada Consumer Product Safety Act (animal protection). |
| Pursuant to Standing Order 86(3), jointly seconded by: |
| Ms. May (Saanich—Gulf Islands) — March 14, 2016 |
| No. 10 |
| C-237 — February 25, 2016 — Mr. Stewart (Burnaby South) — Second reading and reference to the Standing Committee on Procedure and House Affairs of Bill C-237, An Act to amend the Canada Elections Act (gender equity). |
| Pursuant to Standing Order 86(3), jointly seconded by: |
| Ms. May (Saanich—Gulf Islands), Ms. Benson (Saskatoon West), Ms. Ashton (Churchill—Keewatinook Aski) and Ms. Mathyssen (London—Fanshawe) — February 25, 2016 |
| No. 12 |
| C-231 — February 24, 2016 — Ms. Brosseau (Berthier—Maskinongé) — Second reading and reference to the Standing Committee on Agriculture and Agri-Food of Bill C-231, An Act to establish National Food Waste Awareness Day and to provide for the development of a national strategy to reduce food waste in Canada. |
| No. 13 |
| C-241 — February 26, 2016 — Mr. Waugh (Saskatoon—Grasswood) — Second reading and reference to the Standing Committee on Finance of Bill C-241, An Act to amend the Excise Tax Act (school authorities). |
| Pursuant to Standing Order 86(3), jointly seconded by: |
| Mr. Viersen (Peace River—Westlock) — March 30, 2016 |
| Statement by Speaker regarding Royal Recommendation — April 11, 2016 (See Debates). |
| No. 14 |
| C-230 — February 24, 2016 — Mr. Miller (Bruce—Grey—Owen Sound) — Second reading and reference to the Standing Committee on Public Safety and National Security of Bill C-230, An Act to amend the Criminal Code (firearm — definition of variant). |
| Pursuant to Standing Order 86(3), jointly seconded by: |
| Mr. Viersen (Peace River—Westlock) — March 30, 2016 |
| No. 15 |
| C-243 — February 26, 2016 — Mr. Gerretsen (Kingston and the Islands) — Second reading and reference to the Standing Committee on Human Resources, Skills and Social Development and the Status of Persons with Disabilities of Bill C-243, An Act respecting the development of a national maternity assistance program strategy and amending the Employment Insurance Act (maternity benefits). |
| Pursuant to Standing Order 86(3), jointly seconded by: |
| Mr. Fraser (Central Nova) — April 12, 2016 |
| Mr. Bittle (St. Catharines) — April 18, 2016 |
| Statement by Speaker regarding Royal Recommendation — April 11, 2016 (See Debates). |
| No. 16 |
| C-229 — February 24, 2016 — Mr. Liepert (Calgary Signal Hill) — Second reading and reference to the Standing Committee on Justice and Human Rights of Bill C-229, An Act to amend the Criminal Code and the Corrections and Conditional Release Act and to make related and consequential amendments to other Acts (life sentences). |
| No. 17 |
| M-24 — January 21, 2016 — Mr. Anandasangaree (Scarborough—Rouge Park) — That, in the opinion of the House, the government should recognize the contributions that Tamil-Canadians have made to Canadian society, the richness of the Tamil language and culture, and the importance of educating and reflecting upon Tamil heritage for future generations by declaring January, every year, Tamil Heritage Month. |
| No. 18 |
| C-238 — February 25, 2016 — Mr. Fisher (Dartmouth—Cole Harbour) — Second reading and reference to the Standing Committee on Environment and Sustainable Development of Bill C-238, An Act respecting the development of a national strategy for the safe disposal of lamps containing mercury. |
| Pursuant to Standing Order 86(3), jointly seconded by: |
| Ms. May (Saanich—Gulf Islands) — April 7, 2016 |
| No. 19 |
| C-236 — February 25, 2016 — Ms. Lapointe (Rivière-des-Mille-Îles) — Second reading and reference to the Standing Committee on Finance of Bill C-236, An Act to amend the Payment Card Networks Act (credit card acceptance fees). |
| Pursuant to Standing Order 86(3), jointly seconded by: |
| Mr. Johns (Courtenay—Alberni) — March 1, 2016 |
| No. 20 |
| M-38 — February 17, 2016 — Mr. Tan (Don Valley North) — That, in the opinion of the House, the government should, on an annual basis, proclaim the first day of the Lunar Year as the beginning of the 15-day “Spring Festival”, in acknowledgement of the many celebrations and gatherings that take place in communities across the country, as well as in recognition of the tremendous contributions of people of Asian heritage to Canadian society. |
| No. 21 |
| C-240 — February 25, 2016 — Mr. May (Cambridge) — Second reading and reference to the Standing Committee on Finance of Bill C-240, An Act to amend the Income Tax Act (tax credit — first aid). |
| No. 22 |
| M-39 — February 22, 2016 — Mrs. Lockhart (Fundy Royal) — That the Standing Committee on Citizenship and Immigration be instructed to undertake a study on immigration to Atlantic Canada, to consider, among other things, (i) the challenges associated with an aging population and shrinking population base, (ii) possible recommendations on how to increase immigration to the region; and that the Committee report its findings to the House within one year of the adoption of this motion. |
| No. 23 |
| M-40 — February 22, 2016 — Mrs. Jordan (South Shore—St. Margarets) — That, in the opinion of the House, the government should: (a) take meaningful steps to address the issue of abandoned and derelict vessels within six months of this motion being adopted by the House; (b) recognize the requirement for the prohibition against the abandonment of a vessel through potential amendments to any relevant legislation; (c) incorporate an educational component within the government’s strategy to address the issue of abandoned vessels in order to inform vessel owners on the risks and consequences of vessel abandonment; (d) improve vessel owner identification by considering ratifying the International Maritime Organization’s International Convention on the Removal of Wrecks, 2007, and by considering widening the scope of the Canadian Register of Vessels; and (e) create a mechanism for government to assist in the removal of an abandoned vessel where its presence creates an economic burden for a community. |
| Pursuant to Standing Order 86(3), jointly seconded by: |
| Ms. May (Saanich—Gulf Islands) — April 13, 2016 |
| No. 24 |
| C-239 — April 11, 2016 — On or after Tuesday, May 3, 2016 — Resuming consideration of the motion of Mr. Falk (Provencher), seconded by Mr. Nater (Perth—Wellington), — That Bill C-239, An Act to amend the Income Tax Act (charitable gifts), be now read a second time and referred to the Standing Committee on Finance. |
| Pursuant to Standing Order 86(3), jointly seconded by: |
| Ms. May (Saanich—Gulf Islands) — February 29, 2016 |
| Mr. Viersen (Peace River—Westlock) — March 30, 2016 |
| Debate — 1 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. 25 |
| C-234 — April 12, 2016 — On or after Wednesday, May 4, 2016 — Resuming consideration of the motion of Ms. Trudel (Jonquière), seconded by Mr. Weir (Regina—Lewvan), — That Bill C-234, An Act to amend the Canada Labour Code (replacement workers), 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. |
| Debate — 1 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. 26 |
| C-226 — April 13, 2016 — On or after Thursday, May 5, 2016 — Resuming consideration of the motion of Mr. Blaney (Bellechasse—Les Etchemins—Lévis), seconded by Mr. Rayes (Richmond—Arthabaska), — That Bill C-226, An Act to amend the Criminal Code (offences in relation to conveyances) and the Criminal Records Act and to make consequential amendments to other Acts, 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. Warawa (Langley—Aldergrove) — March 7, 2016 |
| Debate — 1 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. 27 |
| M-42 — April 14, 2016 — On or after Friday, May 6, 2016 — Resuming consideration of the motion of Mr. Ste-Marie (Joliette), seconded by Ms. Pauzé (Repentigny), — That, in the opinion of the House, the government should put an end to the widespread tax avoidance practised by many shell companies set up in Barbados by Canadian companies, by amending subsection 95(1) of the Income Tax Act and section 5907 of the Income Tax Regulations to specify that no business that is entitled to a special tax benefit conferred by Barbados under the Canada-Barbados Income Tax Agreement Act, 1980, shall be exempt from taxation because of a tax treaty. |
| Debate — 1 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. 28 |
| C-223 — April 15, 2016 — On or after Monday, May 9, 2016 — Resuming consideration of the motion of Mr. Aboultaif (Edmonton Manning), seconded by Mr. Albrecht (Kitchener—Conestoga), — That Bill C-223, An Act to establish the Canadian Organ Donor Registry and to coordinate and promote organ donation throughout Canada, be now read a second time and referred to the Standing Committee on Health. |
| Pursuant to Standing Order 86(3), jointly seconded by: |
| Mr. Kmiec (Calgary Shepard) — February 25, 2016 |
| Debate — 1 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. 29 |
| M-43 — April 18, 2016 — On or after Tuesday, May 10, 2016 — Resuming consideration of the motion of Mr. Kelly (Calgary Rocky Ridge), seconded by Mr. Kmiec (Calgary Shepard), — That the Standing Committee on Finance be instructed to undertake a study to prepare and bring in a bill, and to report to the House on: (a) the steps necessary to establish an enforceable duty of care between the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) and individual taxpayers; (b) the steps necessary to make the provisions of the Taxpayer Bill of Rights legally enforceable, such as by amending the Canada Revenue Agency Act to establish a duty of care owed by the employees of CRA to the taxpayer when performing duties and functions under all revenue related law, with the standard of care being defined as the rights contained in the Taxpayer Bill of Rights; (c) the steps necessary to amend the Taxpayer Bill of Rights with the following changes, (i) in Right 4, add the requirement that CRA take reasonable and necessary steps to avoid frivolous, vexatious, malicious, and/or grossly negligent actions toward taxpayers, (ii) in Right 8, add the requirement that information provided by CRA via any means, including but not limited to correspondence, telephone calls, and its website, be accurate, reliable, and in compliance with all applicable revenue law, and add the requirement that information provided by CRA to taxpayers by telephone be followed, within a reasonable time, by the same advice in writing, (iii) in Right 9, add the requirement that complaints about CRA’s service be addressed in a timely manner, add investigation and enforcement powers to the Office of the Taxpayers’ Ombudsman, including the power to dispense remedies to make a taxpayer whole in relation to the standard of care set out in the Taxpayers Bill of Rights, (iv) or, if the changes mentioned in (i), (ii), and (iii) are not possible, to add the additional rights mentioned in subsections (i), (ii), and (iii), as new rights; (d) the steps necessary to empower the Office of the Taxpayers’ Ombudsman to direct compliance with Tax Court rulings or formal decisions on specific cases; and (e) the steps necessary to impose reasonable limits on the rights forming the standard of care and duty of care created by the sections above; and, that the Committee report to the House no later than December 15, 2017, provided that in its report, the Committee shall recommend the principles, scope and general provisions of the said bill and may include recommendations regarding legislative wording; and, that the tabling of a report pursuant to this order shall be an order to bring in a bill based thereon; and when the Member for Calgary Rocky Ridge, in proposing a motion for first reading of a bill, states that the bill is in response to the recommendations contained in a report pursuant to this order, the second reading and subsequent stages of the bill shall be considered under Private Members' Business and the bill shall be placed immediately at the bottom of the Order of Precedence of Private Members' Business as a votable item in the name of the Member for Calgary Rocky Ridge. |
| Pursuant to Standing Order 86(3), jointly seconded by: |
| Mr. Kmiec (Calgary Shepard) — February 26, 2016 |
| Mr. Viersen (Peace River—Westlock) — March 30, 2016 |
| Debate — 1 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. 30 |
| C-221 — April 19, 2016 — On or after Wednesday, May 11, 2016 — Resuming consideration of the motion of Mr. Masse (Windsor West), seconded by Ms. Hardcastle (Windsor—Tecumseh), — That Bill C-221, An Act to amend the Criminal Code (sports betting), 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. Ramsey (Essex) — February 17, 2016 |
| Ms. Hardcastle (Windsor—Tecumseh) and Mr. Brown (Leeds—Grenville—Thousand Islands and Rideau Lakes) — February 18, 2016 |
| Ms. Moore (Abitibi—Témiscamingue) — February 22, 2016 |
| Ms. Kwan (Vancouver East) — April 19, 2016 |
| Debate — 1 hour remaining, pursuant to Standing Order 93(1). |
| Voting — at the expiry of the time provided for debate, pursuant to Standing Order 93(1). |
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Items outside the Order of Precedence |
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List for the Consideration of Private Members' Business |
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