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Thursday, March 24, 2011 (No. 148)

Private Members' Business

Items in the Order of Precedence

No. 1
C-612 — December 15, 2010 — Mrs. Mourani (Ahuntsic) — Second reading and reference to the Standing Committee on Justice and Human Rights of Bill C-612, An Act to amend the Criminal Code (trafficking in persons).
No. 2
C-621 — February 10, 2011 — Mrs. Grewal (Fleetwood—Port Kells) — Second reading and reference to the Standing Committee on Canadian Heritage of Bill C-621, An Act to amend the Broadcasting Act (loudness of television advertisements).
No. 3
C-606 — December 14, 2010 — Ms. Murray (Vancouver Quadra) — Second reading and reference to the Standing Committee on Fisheries and Oceans of Bill C-606, An Act to amend the Canada Shipping Act, 2001 (prohibition against the transportation of oil by oil tankers on Canada's Pacific North Coast).
Pursuant to Standing Order 86(3), jointly seconded by:
Mr. Siksay (Burnaby—Douglas) — January 27, 2011
Ms. Davies (Vancouver East) — March 7, 2011
No. 4
C-471 — November 3, 2010 — Mr. Ignatieff (Etobicoke—Lakeshore) — Consideration at report stage of Bill C-471, An Act respecting the implementation of the recommendations of the Pay Equity Task Force and amending another Act in consequence, as reported by the Standing Committee on the Status of Women with an amendment.
Statement by Speaker regarding Royal Recommendation — May 4, 2010 (See Debates).
Committee Report — presented on Wednesday, November 3, 2010, Sessional Paper No. 8510-403-121.
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. 5
C-531 — June 10, 2010 — Ms. Demers (Laval) — Second reading and reference to the Standing Committee on Justice and Human Rights of Bill C-531, An Act to amend the Criminal Code (hate propaganda).
Pursuant to Standing Order 86(3), jointly seconded by:
Mr. Wrzesnewskyj (Etobicoke Centre) — June 15, 2010
Mr. Davies (Vancouver Kingsway) — July 6, 2010
Ms. Neville (Winnipeg South Centre) — February 17, 2011
No. 6
M-369 — March 3, 2010 — Mr. Devolin (Haliburton—Kawartha Lakes—Brock) — That, in the opinion of the House, the government should: (a) express its concern over the situation of citizens of the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK) who have fled to China and who fear imprisonment, torture and potential execution if forcibly returned to their country; and (b) encourage the government of China to work with the international community, including Canada and the United Nations High Commission for Refugees, to find a solution that respects China’s right to defend its borders and security while upholding the rights of DPRK citizens, as articulated by the United Nations Convention Relating to the Status of Refugees.
No. 7
M-640 — February 11, 2011 — Mr. Mayes (Okanagan—Shuswap) — That, in the opinion of the House: (a) the current formula for allocating the number of members of the House of Commons results in underrepresentation for the provinces of Alberta, British Columbia and Ontario; and (b) the government should amend the formula in order to ensure fairer representation for voters in these provinces.
No. 8
C-622 — February 10, 2011 — Mr. Valeriote (Guelph) — Second reading and reference to the Standing Committee on Environment and Sustainable Development of Bill C-622, An Act to amend the Canadian Environmental Protection Act, 1999 and respecting the On-Road Vehicle and Engine Emission Regulations (emissions labelling for newly manufactured vehicles).
Pursuant to Standing Order 86(3), jointly seconded by:
Mr. Hyer (Thunder Bay—Superior North) — February 11, 2011
No. 9
C-486 — March 3, 2010 — Mr. Bigras (Rosemont—La Petite-Patrie) — Second reading and reference to the Standing Committee on Foreign Affairs and International Development of Bill C-486, An Act respecting the negotiation and conclusion of treaties.
No. 10
C-619 — February 10, 2011 — Mr. Stanton (Simcoe North) — Second reading and reference to the Standing Committee on Agriculture and Agri-Food of Bill C-619, An Act to amend the Canadian Wheat Board Act (notice of opting out and licence for activities).
Pursuant to Standing Order 86(3), jointly seconded by:
Mr. Hoback (Prince Albert) and Mr. Richards (Wild Rose) — February 10, 2011
Mr. Sorenson (Crowfoot) — February 11, 2011
Mr. Bezan (Selkirk—Interlake) and Mr. Kramp (Prince Edward—Hastings) — February 14, 2011
Mr. Dreeshen (Red Deer) — February 17, 2011
Mr. Norlock (Northumberland—Quinte West) and Mr. Boughen (Palliser) — February 21, 2011
Ms. Hoeppner (Portage—Lisgar) — March 1, 2011
No. 11
M-638 — February 10, 2011 — Mr. Hiebert (South Surrey—White Rock—Cloverdale) — That, in the opinion of the House, as the federal budget comes back into balance, the government should give priority to income splitting for families with children.
No. 12
C-623 — February 11, 2011 — Mr. Blaney (Lévis—Bellechasse) — Second reading and reference to the Standing Committee on Procedure and House Affairs of Bill C-623, An Act to amend the Canada Elections Act (voting with an uncovered face).
No. 13
M-604 — December 1, 2010 — Mr. Scarpaleggia (Lac-Saint-Louis) — That, in the opinion of the House, the government should create a multi-stakeholder, multi-governmental Council of the St. Lawrence River, modelled on the Fraser Basin Council, whose mission would be to promote the integrated and scientifically-based management of the St. Lawrence River by establishing a permanent forum for cooperation among the federal government, the Quebec government, river communities, First Nations, industry and the public for the purpose of developing and coordinating common strategies, programs and actions to protect the St. Lawrence River as a vital Canadian environmental and economic resource.
No. 14
C-343 — February 16, 2011 — Ms. Bonsant (Compton—Stanstead) — Third reading of Bill C-343, An Act to amend the Canada Labour Code and the Employment Insurance Act (family leave).
Statements by Speaker regarding Royal Recommendation — November 6, 2009, March 5 and April 23, 2010 (See Debates).
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. 15
C-469 — February 17, 2011 — Ms. Duncan (Edmonton—Strathcona) — Consideration at report stage of Bill C-469, An Act to establish a Canadian Environmental Bill of Rights, as reported by the Standing Committee on Environment and Sustainable Development with amendments.
Pursuant to Standing Order 86(3), jointly seconded by:
Ms. Charlton (Hamilton Mountain) — November 18, 2009
Mr. Davies (Vancouver Kingsway) — March 5, 2010
Mr. Hyer (Thunder Bay—Superior North) — April 15, 2010
Committee Report — presented on Thursday, February 17, 2011, Sessional Paper No. 8510-403-191.
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).
No. 16
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
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. 17
C-576 — March 3, 2011 — Mr. Dreeshen (Red Deer) — Consideration at report stage of Bill C-576, An Act to amend the Criminal Code (personating peace officer), as reported by the Standing Committee on Justice and Human Rights without amendment.
Committee Report — presented on Thursday, March 3, 2011, Sessional Paper No. 8510-403-203.
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. 18
C-511 — March 3, 2011 — Mr. Volpe (Eglinton—Lawrence) — Consideration at report stage of Bill C-511, An Act respecting the reporting of motor vehicle information and to amend the Motor Vehicle Safety Act (improving public safety), as reported by the Standing Committee on Transport, Infrastructure and Communities with amendments.
Committee Report — presented on Thursday, March 3, 2011, Sessional Paper No. 8510-403-204.
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. 19
C-501 — March 9, 2011 — Mr. Rafferty (Thunder Bay—Rainy River) — Third reading of Bill C-501, An Act to amend the Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act (termination and severance pay).
Pursuant to Standing Order 86(3), jointly seconded by:
Mr. Davies (Vancouver Kingsway) — April 1, 2010
Mr. Hyer (Thunder Bay—Superior North) — April 14, 2010
Statement by Speaker regarding Royal Recommendation — May 26, 2010 (See Debates).
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. 20
C-566 — March 9, 2011 — On or after Thursday, March 31, 2011 — Resuming consideration of the motion of Ms. Chow (Trinity—Spadina), seconded by Mr. Davies (Vancouver Kingsway), — That Bill C-566, An Act to amend the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act (sponsorship of relative), be now read a second time and referred to the Standing Committee on Citizenship and Immigration.
Pursuant to Standing Order 86(3), jointly seconded by:
Ms. Charlton (Hamilton Mountain) — October 19, 2010
Mr. Davies (Vancouver Kingsway) — October 25, 2010
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. 21
C-452 — March 10, 2011 — Resuming consideration of the motion of Mr. Vincent (Shefford), seconded by Ms. Bonsant (Compton—Stanstead), — That Bill C-452, An Act to amend the Competition Act (inquiry into industry sector), be now read a third time and do pass.
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. 22
C-624 — March 11, 2011 — On or after Monday, April 4, 2011 — Resuming consideration of the motion of Mr. Eyking (Sydney—Victoria), seconded by Mr. Regan (Halifax West), — That Bill C-624, An Act to amend the Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act and the Companies' Creditors Arrangement Act (providing protection for beneficiaries of long term disability benefits plans), 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. 23
M-546 — March 21, 2011 — On or after Tuesday, April 5, 2011 — Resuming consideration of the motion of Mr. Allison (Niagara West—Glanbrook), seconded by Mr. Dykstra (St. Catharines), — That, in the opinion of the House, anaphylaxis is a serious concern for an increasing number of Canadians and the government should take the appropriate measures necessary to ensure these Canadians are able to maintain a high quality of life;
And of the amendment of Mrs. Thi Lac (Saint-Hyacinthe—Bagot), seconded by Mr. Bellavance (Richmond—Arthabaska), — That the motion be amended by adding after the words “the government” the following:
“, with respect to subjects under the legislative authority of the Parliament of Canada,”.
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
C-304 — March 21, 2011 — 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 an amendment.
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 Monday, March 21, 2011, Sessional Paper No. 8510-403-225.
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. 25
C-481 — March 21, 2011 — Ms. Folco (Laval—Les Îles) — Consideration at report stage of Bill C-481, An Act to amend the Canadian Human Rights Act and the Canada Labour Code (mandatory retirement age), as reported by the Standing Committee on Human Resources, Skills and Social Development and the Status of Persons with Disabilities with an amendment.
Committee Report — presented on Monday, March 21, 2011, Sessional Paper No. 8510-403-226.
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. 26
C-620 — March 23, 2011 — On or after Thursday, April 7, 2011 — Resuming consideration of the motion of Mr. Sweet (Ancaster—Dundas—Flamborough—Westdale), seconded by Mr. Van Kesteren (Chatham-Kent—Essex), — That Bill C-620, An Act to amend the Corrections and Conditional Release Act (parole review and victim impact statement), be now read a second time and referred to the Standing Committee on Public Safety and National Security.
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).

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

The List for the Consideration of Private Members' Business is also available for consultation at the Table in the Chamber, at the Private Members' Business Office (613-992-9511) and on the Internet.

Subject to the provisions of Standing Order 94(2)(c)