December 5 – A Conservative private members’ motion was debated

A private members' motion put forward by Conservative MP Rob Moore (Fundy Royal, N.B.) that, in the opinion of the House, the government should further the success of its 2006 Blue Sky Policy, which has resulted in great progress in increasing the freedom of movement of people and goods, and should: (a) seek additional opportunities … Read more

December 5 – A Liberal private members’ motion was negatived

A private members' motion put forward by Interim Liberal Leader Bob Rae (Toronto Centre, Ont.) That, in the opinion of the House, the Indian Act is the embodiment of failed colonial and paternalistic policies which have denied First Nations their rights, fair share in resources; fostered mistrust and created systemic barriers to the self-determination and … Read more

December 5 – Extension of time to consider Bill C-273

A recorded division was held and agreed to that, the 15th Report of the Standing Committee on Justice and Human Rights regarding the extension of time to consider Bill C-273, An Act to amend the Criminal Code (cyberbullying).