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Wednesday, October 20, 2010 (No. 83)

Private Members' Business

Deferred Recorded Divisions

C-290 — October 7, 2010 — Deferred recorded division on the motion of Mr. Bellavance (Richmond—Arthabaska), seconded by Mr. Plamondon (Bas-Richelieu—Nicolet—Bécancour), — That Bill C-290, An Act to amend the Income Tax Act (tax credit for loss of retirement income), be concurred in at report stage.
Statements by Speaker regarding Royal Recommendation — June 2, October 23, 2009 and March 5, 2010 (See Debates).
Committee Report — presented on Monday, June 7, 2010, Sessional Paper No. 8510-403-69.
Recorded division — deferred until Wednesday, October 20, 2010, immediately before the time provided for Private Members' Business, pursuant to Standing Order 98(4).
C-386 — October 19, 2010 — Deferred recorded division on the motion of Mr. Laframboise (Argenteuil—Papineau—Mirabel), seconded by Ms. Faille (Vaudreuil-Soulanges), — That Bill C-386, 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.
Pursuant to Standing Order 86(3), jointly seconded by:
Mr. Davies (Vancouver Kingsway) — May 28, 2009
Recorded division — deferred until Wednesday, October 20, 2010, immediately before the time provided for Private Members' Business, pursuant to Standing Order 93(1).

Items in the Order of Precedence

No. 1
C-304 — March 24, 2010 — Ms. Davies (Vancouver East) — Consideration at report stage of Bill C-304, An Act to ensure secure, adequate, accessible and affordable housing for Canadians, as reported by the Standing Committee on Human Resources, Skills and Social Development and the Status of Persons with Disabilities with amendments.
Pursuant to Standing Order 86(3), jointly seconded by:
Ms. Black (New Westminster—Coquitlam) — March 2, 2009
Mr. Davies (Vancouver Kingsway) — March 9, 2009
Mr. Siksay (Burnaby—Douglas) — March 10, 2009
Committee Report — presented on Wednesday, March 24, 2010, Sessional Paper No. 8510-403-15.
Statement by Speaker — see Journals of Thursday, April 29, 2010.
Report and third reading stages — limited to 2 sitting days, pursuant to Standing Order 98(2).
Motion for third reading — may be made in the same sitting, pursuant to Standing Order 98(2).
No. 2
S-203 — June 14, 2010 — Mr. Warkentin (Peace River) — Second reading and reference to the Standing Committee on Canadian Heritage of Bill S-203, An Act respecting a National Philanthropy Day.
Motion may not be moved, pursuant to Standing Order 91.1(1).
No. 3
C-280 — June 16, 2010 — Mrs. Hughes (Algoma—Manitoulin—Kapuskasing) — Third reading of Bill C-280, An Act to amend the Employment Insurance Act (qualification for and entitlement to benefits).
Statements by Speaker regarding Royal Recommendation — February 25, June 3, 2009 and March 5, 2010 (See Debates).
Pursuant to Standing Order 86(3), jointly seconded by:
Mr. Davies (Vancouver Kingsway) — March 9, 2009
Committee Report — presented on Thursday, November 5, 2009, Sessional Paper No. 8510-402-150.
Statement by Speaker — see Journals of Thursday, November 19, 2009.
Debate — 1 hour remaining, pursuant to Standing Order 98(2).
Voting — not later than the expiry of the time provided for debate, pursuant to Standing Order 98(4).
No. 4
M-518 — May 31, 2010 — Resuming consideration of the motion of Mr. Richardson (Calgary Centre), seconded by Mr. Benoit (Vegreville—Wainwright), — That, in the opinion of the House, the government should: (a) recognize that improved competitiveness will continue to stimulate economic growth and create jobs for Canadians; and (b) continue to diversify and expand markets for Canadian goods and services by encouraging investment in Canada through lower corporate tax rates, maintaining a stable economy and the signing of free trade agreements.
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. 5
C-300 — September 20, 2010 — Mr. McKay (Scarborough—Guildwood) — Resuming consideration at report stage of Bill C-300, An Act respecting Corporate Accountability for the Activities of Mining, Oil or Gas in Developing Countries, as deemed reported by the Standing Committee on Foreign Affairs and International Development without amendment.
Resuming debate on the motions in Group No. 1.
Bill deemed reported, pursuant to Standing Order 97.1(1) — June 11, 2010.
Report and third reading stages — limited to 2 sitting days, pursuant to Standing Order 98(2).
Report stage motions — see “Report Stage of Bills” in today's Notice Paper.
Report stage concurrence motion — question to be put immediately after the report stage motions are disposed of, pursuant to Standing Order 76.1(9).
Motion for third reading — may be made in the same sitting, pursuant to Standing Order 98(2).
Voting for report stage and third reading — at the expiry of the time provided for debate, pursuant to Standing Order 98(4).
No. 6
C-442 — June 9, 2010 — Mr. Uppal (Edmonton—Sherwood Park) — Consideration at report stage of Bill C-442, An Act to establish a National Holocaust Monument, as reported by the Standing Committee on Transport, Infrastructure and Communities with amendments.
Committee Report — presented on Wednesday, June 9, 2010, Sessional Paper No. 8510-403-75.
Report and third reading stages — limited to 2 sitting days, pursuant to Standing Order 98(2).
Motion for third reading — may be made in the same sitting, pursuant to Standing Order 98(2).
No. 7
S-211 — September 23, 2010 — Mr. Albrecht (Kitchener—Conestoga) — Second reading and reference to the Standing Committee on Health of Bill S-211, An Act respecting World Autism Awareness Day.
Motion may not be moved, pursuant to Standing Order 91.1(1).
No. 8
M-574 — September 22, 2010 — Mr. Rajotte (Edmonton—Leduc) — That, in the opinion of the House, the government should continue to address the rising financial and human costs of Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia in Canada by ensuring, now and in the future, that its programs and policy development related to this issue continue to recognize: (a) the right to dignity and compassion of patients stricken by such conditions; (b) the emotional and psychological toll on family members and friends of patients afflicted by such conditions; (c) the increasing costs imposed on public health systems by the treatment of such conditions; and (d) the role played by such civil organizations as the Alzheimer Society of Canada and Neurological Health Charities Canada in furthering our understanding of the impacts of Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia.
Motion may not be moved, pursuant to Standing Order 91.1(1).
No. 9
C-510 — April 14, 2010 — Mr. Bruinooge (Winnipeg South) — Second reading and reference to the Standing Committee on Justice and Human Rights of Bill C-510, An Act to amend the Criminal Code (coercion).
Pursuant to Standing Order 86(3), jointly seconded by:
Mr. Trost (Saskatoon—Humboldt) — May 27, 2010
Motion may not be moved, pursuant to Standing Order 91.1(1).
No. 10
C-507 — April 14, 2010 — Mrs. Beaudin (Saint-Lambert) — Second reading and reference to the Standing Committee on Finance of Bill C-507, An Act to amend the Financial Administration Act (federal spending power).
Statement by Speaker regarding Royal Recommendation — October 7, 2010 (See Debates).
Motion may not be moved, pursuant to Standing Order 91.1(1).
No. 11
C-530 — June 10, 2010 — Mr. Bevington (Western Arctic) — Second reading and reference to the Standing Committee on Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development of Bill C-530, An Act to amend the Northwest Territories Act (borrowing limits).
Pursuant to Standing Order 86(3), jointly seconded by:
Mr. Davies (Vancouver Kingsway) — July 6, 2010
Statement by Speaker regarding Royal Recommendation — October 7, 2010 (See Debates).
Motion may not be moved, pursuant to Standing Order 91.1(1).
No. 12
C-576 — October 1, 2010 — Mr. Dreeshen (Red Deer) — Second reading and reference to the Standing Committee on Justice and Human Rights of Bill C-576, An Act to amend the Criminal Code (personating peace officer).
Motion may not be moved, pursuant to Standing Order 91.1(1).
No. 13
C-449 — March 3, 2010 — Mr. Proulx (Hull—Aylmer) — Second reading and reference to the Standing Committee on Finance of Bill C-449, An Act regarding free public transit for seniors.
Statement by Speaker regarding Royal Recommendation — October 7, 2010 (See Debates).
Motion may not be moved, pursuant to Standing Order 91.1(1).
No. 14
C-481 — March 3, 2010 — Ms. Folco (Laval—Les Îles) — Second reading and reference to the Standing Committee on Justice and Human Rights of Bill C-481, An Act to amend the Canadian Human Rights Act and the Canada Labour Code (mandatory retirement age).
Motion may not be moved, pursuant to Standing Order 91.1(1).
No. 15
C-573 — October 1, 2010 — Mr. Kania (Brampton West) — Second reading and reference to the Standing Committee on Canadian Heritage of Bill C-573, An Act to establish Pope John Paul II Day.
Pursuant to Standing Order 86(3), jointly seconded by:
Mr. Kennedy (Parkdale—High Park) — October 4, 2010
Motion may not be moved, pursuant to Standing Order 91.1(1).
No. 16
C-568 — September 30, 2010 — Ms. Bennett (St. Paul's) — Second reading and reference to the Standing Committee on Industry, Science and Technology of Bill C-568, An Act to amend the Statistics Act (mandatory long-form census).
Motion may not be moved, pursuant to Standing Order 91.1(1).
No. 17
C-566 — September 30, 2010 — Ms. Chow (Trinity—Spadina) — Second reading and reference to the Standing Committee on Citizenship and Immigration of Bill C-566, An Act to amend the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act (sponsorship of relative).
Pursuant to Standing Order 86(3), jointly seconded by:
Ms. Charlton (Hamilton Mountain) — October 19, 2010
Motion may not be moved, pursuant to Standing Order 91.1(1).
No. 18
M-559 — September 16, 2010 — Mr. Braid (Kitchener—Waterloo) — That the Standing Committee on Finance be instructed to undertake a study of the current tax incentives for charitable donations with a view to encouraging increased giving, including but not limited to (i) reviewing changes to the charitable tax credit amount, (ii) reviewing the possible extension of the capital gains exemption to private company shares and real estate when donated to a charitable organization, (iii) considering the feasibility of implementing these measures; and that the Committee report its findings to the House.
Motion may not be moved, pursuant to Standing Order 91.1(1).
No. 19
C-572 — September 30, 2010 — Mr. Dewar (Ottawa Centre) — Second reading and reference to the Standing Committee on Finance of Bill C-572, An Act to amend the Parliament of Canada Act (Parliamentary Budget Officer).
Statement by Speaker regarding Royal Recommendation — October 7, 2010 (See Debates).
Motion may not be moved, pursuant to Standing Order 91.1(1).
No. 20
C-574 — October 1, 2010 — Ms. Sgro (York West) — 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-574, An Act to promote and strengthen the Canadian retirement income system.
Motion may not be moved, pursuant to Standing Order 91.1(1).
No. 21
M-575 — September 22, 2010 — Mr. Galipeau (Ottawa—Orléans) — That, in the opinion of the House, the government should proclaim September 22 as National Tree Day.
Motion may not be moved, pursuant to Standing Order 91.1(1).
No. 22
C-575 — October 1, 2010 — Mrs. Block (Saskatoon—Rosetown—Biggar) — Second reading and reference to the Standing Committee on Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development of Bill C-575, An Act respecting the accountability and enhanced financial transparency of elected officials of First Nations communities.
Pursuant to Standing Order 86(3), jointly seconded by:
Mr. Miller (Bruce—Grey—Owen Sound) — October 1, 2010
Mr. Hoback (Prince Albert) — October 4, 2010
Mr. Vellacott (Saskatoon—Wanuskewin) — October 5, 2010
Mr. Norlock (Northumberland—Quinte West) and Mr. Breitkreuz (Yorkton—Melville) — October 6, 2010
Mr. Shipley (Lambton—Kent—Middlesex) and Mr. Weston (West Vancouver—Sunshine Coast—Sea to Sky Country) — October 7, 2010
Ms. Brown (Newmarket—Aurora) — October 13, 2010
Ms. Hoeppner (Portage—Lisgar) — October 19, 2010
Motion may not be moved, pursuant to Standing Order 91.1(1).
No. 23
M-515 — October 4, 2010 — On or after Tuesday, October 26 2010 — Resuming consideration of the motion of Mr. Goldring (Edmonton East), seconded by Mr. Casson (Lethbridge), — That, in the opinion of the House, the government should continue to recognize the vital role of older workers in the Canadian economy and ensure its labour market programs and policies encourage older workers to contribute their skills and experience in the Canadian workforce.
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. 24
S-210 — October 7, 2010 — Mr. Woodworth (Kitchener Centre) — Consideration at report stage of Bill S-210, An Act to amend the Federal Sustainable Development Act and the Auditor General Act (involvement of Parliament), as reported by the Standing Committee on Environment and Sustainable Development without amendment.
Committee Report — presented on Thursday, October 7, 2010, Sessional Paper No. 8510-403-101.
Report and third reading stages — limited to 2 sitting days, pursuant to Standing Order 98(2).
Motion for third reading — may be made in the same sitting, pursuant to Standing Order 98(2).

Items outside the Order of Precedence

The complete list of items of Private Members' Business outside the order of precedence is available for consultation at the Table in the Chamber, at the Private Members' Business Office (613-992-9511) and on the Internet.

List for the Consideration of Private Members' Business

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