Bill C-47 debated at second reading

Bill C-47, Sustaining Canada's Economic Recovery Act, was debated at second reading and a recorded division deferred until Thursday, November 4. 

NDP opposition day motion

It is an NDP opposition day. NDP Leader Jack Layton (Toronto—Danforth, ON) may introduce the following motion: That, in the opinion of the House, since the recent takeover bid for Potash Corporation raises concerns about the adequacy of the foreign investment review process under the Investment Canada Act (ICA), the Government of Canada should take immediate steps … Read more

Foreign Affairs Committee presented its Second Report

The Standing Committee on Foreign Affairs and International Development presented its Second Report, Canada’s Universal Periodic Review and Beyond—Upholding Canada’s International Reputation as a Global Leader in the Field of Human Rights.