Standing Committee on Access to Information, Privacy And Ethics (ETHI)

Mandate

The Standing Committee on Access to Information, Privacy and Ethics studies matters related to the Office of the Information Commissioner of Canada, the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada and the Office of the Commissioner of Lobbying of Canada, and certain issues related to the Office of the Conflict of Interest and Ethics Commissioner.

Summary of Committee Activity

From April 1 to August 31, 2023, the committee continued to hear from witnesses as part of its study of foreign interference and threats to the integrity of democratic institutions, intellectual property and the Canadian state. The committee heard from additional witnesses as part of its study of the access to information and privacy system and then adopted its report on the topic. The committee’s report, The State of Canada’s Access to Information System, was presented to the House on June 20. The committee also studied the Main Estimates 2023–24.

From September 1 to December 31, 2023, the committee held a briefing with the newly appointed Interim Conflict of Interest and Ethics Commissioner. It also held briefings on the annual and other reports of the Information, Lobbying, Conflict of Interest and Ethics, and Privacy commissioners. Having finished hearing witnesses for its study of foreign interference and threats to the integrity of democratic institutions, intellectual property and the Canadian state, the committee adopted a report on the subject. This report was presented to the House on October 24. The committee also undertook a study of the use of social media platforms for data harvesting and unethical or illicit sharing of personal information with foreign entities, as well as a study on allegations related to governance and management of contributions by Sustainable Development Technology Canada.

Membership (as of December 31, 2023)

John Brassard (Chair), Hon. Mona Fortier (Vice-Chair), René Villemure (Vice-Chair), Parm Bains, Michael Barrett, Pam Damoff, Jacques Gourde, Matthew Green, Mike Kelloway, Iqra Khalid, Damien C. Kurek

Expenditures (April 1 to December 31, 2023)

For general information on the following table, see the “Note to Reader—Expenditures.”

Meetings, Witnesses, Briefs and Reports (April 1 to December 31, 2023)

For general information on the following table, see the “Note to Reader—Meetings, Witnesses, Briefs and Reports.”

Standing Committee on Agriculture and Agri-Food (AGRI)

Mandate

The Standing Committee on Agriculture and Agri-Food studies bills, government activities and expenditures, and issues related to Canada’s agriculture and agri-food industry.

Summary of Committee Activity

From April 1 to August 31, 2023, the committee held 15 meetings. The committee continued its study of the environmental contribution of agriculture. On April 18, the committee presented its eighth report, on global food insecurity, entitled Feeding the World: Strengthening Canada’s Capacity to Respond to Global Food Insecurity. During this period, the committee also commenced a study of animal biosecurity preparedness. In addition, it studied the closure of the Olymel processing plant in Vallée-Jonction. The committee completed its study of food price inflation and presented its 10th report, entitled Grocery Affordability: Examining Rising Food Costs in Canada, on June 13. The committee also studied the Main Estimates 2023–24 and reported them back to the House on May 31. On June 21, it completed its study of Bill C-280, An Act to amend the Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act and the Companies’ Creditors Arrangement Act (deemed trust—perishable fruits and vegetables).

From September 1 to December 31, 2023, the committee held 18 meetings. The committee considered Bill C-280, An Act to amend the Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act and the Companies’ Creditors Arrangement Act (deemed trust — perishable fruits and vegetables), and reported it to the House without amendment on September 20. The committee also considered Bill C-275, An Act to amend the Health of Animals Act (biosecurity on farms), and reported it to the House with amendments on October 18. In addition, the committee completed its study on the environmental contribution of agriculture and presented its 13th report, entitled Stewards of the Land: Examining Canadian Agriculture’s Environmental Contribution, on November 6. During this period, the committee studied the Supplementary Estimates (B), 2023–24, and reported back to the House on December 7. The committee also continued and completed its study on animal biosecurity preparedness and presented its 15th report, entitled Protecting Against Animal Biosecurity Risks: The State of Canada’s Preparedness, on December 11. In addition, the committee undertook and completed a study on electronic logging device requirements and animal transport and presented its 16th report, entitled Striking a Balance: Electronic Logging Device Requirements Impacting Animal Transportation, on December 11. Finally, the committee undertook a study on efforts to stabilize food prices.

Membership (as of December 31, 2023)

Kody Blois (Chair), John Barlow (Vice-Chair), Yves Perron (Vice-Chair), Ben Carr, Francis Drouin, Richard Lehoux, Tim Louis, Heath MacDonald, Alistair MacGregor, Lianne Rood, Warren Steinley, Leah Taylor Roy

Expenditures (April 1 to December 31, 2023)

For general information on the following table, see the “Note to Reader—Expenditures.”

Meetings, Witnesses, Briefs and Reports (April 1 to December 31, 2023)

For general information on the following table, see the “Note to Reader—Meetings, Witnesses, Briefs and Reports.”

Standing Committee on Canadian Heritage (CHPC)

Mandate

The Standing Committee on Canadian Heritage studies the policies and programs of the Department of Canadian Heritage and the organizations within the portfolio. These organizations are active in the fields of arts, culture, heritage and sports.

Summary of Committee Activity

From April 1 to August 31, 2023, the committee held 16 meetings. The committee continued its study of safe sport in Canada and its study of the activities of Google in reaction to Bill C-18. The committee commenced its study of tech giants’ current and ongoing use of intimidation and subversion tactics to evade regulation in Canada and across the world. The committee held one meeting for its study of report two of the Auditor General of Canada—Connectivity in Rural and Remote Areas. It also held a briefing session with the Minister of Canadian Heritage on his mandate letter. Lastly, the committee studied the Main Estimates 2023–24 and reported them back to the House on May 31.

During the period from September 1 to December 31, 2023, the committee held 16 meetings. The committee continued its study of safe sport in Canada and its study of tech giants’ current and ongoing use of intimidation and subversion tactics to evade regulation in Canada and across the world. The committee also considered Bill S-202, An Act to amend the Parliament of Canada Act (Parliamentary Visual Artist Laureate), and reported it back to the House with amendments on November 3. Furthermore, the committee considered the Order in Council appointment of Jean-François Bélisle to the position of Director of the National Gallery of Canada, and the Order in Council appointment of Catherine Tait to the position of President of the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation. The committee then held a briefing session with the Chairperson of the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission, a briefing session with the Minister of Canadian Heritage on her mandate, and a briefing session with the Minister of Sport and Physical Activity. Finally, the committee presented its eighth report on December 12, entitled Job Cuts Announced at CBC/Radio-Canada.

Membership (as of December 31, 2023)

Hon. Hedy Fry (Chair), Kevin Waugh (Vice-Chair), Martin Champoux (Vice-Chair), Michael Coteau, Anju Dhillon, Anna Gainey, Marilyn Gladu, Lisa Hepfner, Peter Julian, Taleeb Noormohamed, Martin Shields, Rachael Thomas

Expenditures (April 1 to December 31, 2023)

For general information on the following table, see the “Note to Reader—Expenditures.”

Meetings, Witnesses, Briefs and Reports (April 1 to December 31, 2023)

For general information on the following table, see the “Note to Reader—Meetings, Witnesses, Briefs and Reports.”

Standing Committee on Citizenship and Immigration (CIMM)

Mandate

The Standing Committee on Citizenship and Immigration studies matters related to immigration and citizenship. It has oversight of Citizenship and Immigration Canada and the Immigration and Refugee Board of Canada and monitors federal multiculturalism policy.

Summary of Committee Activity

The committee met 15 times between April 1 and August 31, 2023. For two meetings, the committee continued hearing testimony for its study of the government’s response to the final report of the Special Committee on Afghanistan. The committee held one further meeting on its study of conditions faced by asylum-seekers before presenting its 16^th report to the House on May 16. Regarding its study of Bill S-245, An Act to amend the Citizenship Act (granting citizenship to certain Canadians), the committee requested, and was granted, the power to expand the scope of the bill. On June 12, the committee reported the bill to the House with amendments. Finally, the committee undertook a study of the exploitation scheme targeting certain international students and heard from 16 witnesses across two meetings, including the Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship and officials from the Canada Border Services Agency.

The committee met 17 times between September 1 and December 31, 2023. Following the resignation of Salma Zahid as Chair of the committee on September 25, the committee elected Sukh Dhaliwal as its new Chair on September 26. The committee began consideration of a draft report for its study of application backlogs and processing times and, after several meetings, presented its 18th report to the House on December 14. The committee also held a briefing on priorities and objectives for the Department of Citizenship and Immigration with the newly appointed Minister. Furthermore, the committee resumed two studies – one on the exploitation scheme targeting certain international students, and another on conditions faced by asylum-seekers – to receive updates from government officials. After hearing final testimony for its study of the government’s response to the final report of the Special Committee on Afghanistan, the committee decided to issue a letter to the Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship to convey its findings and recommendations. In addition, the committee began a study of closed work permits and temporary foreign workers and heard from several witnesses over five meetings. As the period drew to a close, the committee heard from the Minister and departmental officials on the subject matter of the Supplementary Estimates (B), 2023-24.

Membership (as of December 31, 2023)

Sukh Dhaliwal (Chair), Brad Redekopp (Vice-Chair), Alexis Brunelle-Duceppe (Vice-Chair), Shafqat Ali, Paul Chiang, Fayçal El-Khoury, Arielle Kayabaga, Tom Kmiec, Jenny Kwan, Larry Maguire, Greg McLean, Salma Zahid

Expenditures (April 1 to December 31, 2023)

For general information on the following table, see the “Note to Reader—Expenditures.”

Meetings, Witnesses, Briefs and Reports (April 1 to December 31, 2023)

For general information on the following table, see the “Note to Reader—Meetings, Witnesses, Briefs and Reports.”

Standing Committee on Environment and Sustainable Development (ENVI)

Mandate

The Standing Committee on Environment and Sustainable Development studies the programs and legislation of Environment and Climate Change Canada, Parks Canada and the Impact Assessment Agency of Canada, as well as reports of the Commissioner of the Environment and Sustainable Development.

Summary of Committee Activity

From April 1 to August 31, 2023, the committee devoted three meetings to its study of the toxic leak of tailings ponds. The committee then resumed its study of clean technologies in Canada. The committee also completed its study of fossil fuel subsidies and presented its ninth report to the House on June 20.

From September 1 to December 31, 2023, the committee met 20 times. On September 21, Dan Mazier was elected Vice-Chair of the committee. In October and November, the committee held briefing sessions with the Commissioner of the Environment and Sustainable Development regarding his Spring and Fall 2023 reports. On October 30, the committee presented its 10th report, entitled Support for Clean Technologies in Canada to Reduce Domestic and International Greenhouse Gas Emissions. The committee also continued its study of the toxic leak of tailings ponds, hearing evidence from the Alberta Energy Regulator and Imperial Oil Ltd. Finally, the committee devoted 10 meetings to its study of freshwater.

Membership (as of December 31, 2023)

Francis Scarpaleggia (Chair), Dan Mazier (Vice-Chair), Monique Pauzé (Vice-Chair), Shafqat Ali, Sophie Chatel, Laurel Collins, Gérard Deltell, Michael Kram, Branden Leslie, Lloyd Longfield, Leah Taylor Roy, Adam van Koeverden

Expenditures (April 1 to December 31, 2023)

For general information on the following table, see the “Note to Reader—Expenditures.”

Meetings, Witnesses, Briefs and Reports (April 1 to December 31, 2023)

For general information on the following table, see the “Note to Reader—Meetings, Witnesses, Briefs and Reports.”

Standing Committee on Finance (FINA)

Mandate

The mandate of the Standing Committee on Finance is to study and report on all matters relating to the mandate, management and operation of selected federal departments and agencies, including the Department of Finance and the Canada Revenue Agency, and to conduct pre-budget consultations.

Summary of Committee Activity

From April 1 to August 31, 2023, the committee considered Bill C-47, An Act to implement certain provisions of the budget tabled in Parliament on March 28, 2023, and reported it back to the House with amendments on May 31. The committee also studied the report of the Bank of Canada on monetary policy, hearing evidence from the Governor of the Bank of Canada and the Parliamentary Budget Officer. The committee continued its study of the current state of play on green finance, green investment, transition finance and transparency, standards and taxonomy, during which it held two additional meetings and heard from seven additional witnesses. Finally, the committee began a study on the impact of inflation and interest rates on mortgages in Canada, holding one meeting and hearing from the Department of Finance.

From September 1 to December 31, 2023, the committee continued its study of pre-budget consultations in advance of the 2024 budget. The committee held 16 meetings related to this study, including 10 meetings held at locations across Canada (Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island; Fredericton, New Brunswick; Halifax, Nova Scotia; St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador; Quebec City, Quebec; Toronto, Ontario; Winnipeg, Manitoba; Edmonton, Alberta; and Vancouver, British Columbia). During this study, the committee heard from 176 witnesses and received 858 briefs. From mid-October to mid-November, the committee held five informal meetings on its study of the current state of fiscal federalism in Canada and met with various government officials. The committee also commenced its study of policy decisions and market forces that have led to increases in the cost of buying or renting a home in Canada, holding seven meetings and hearing from 41 witnesses. Furthermore, the committee met with the Governor of the Bank of Canada on the report of the Bank of Canada on monetary policy. The committee then considered Bill C-56, An Act to amend the Excise Tax Act and the Competition Act, and reported it back the House with amendments on November 30.

Membership (as of December 31, 2023)

Peter Fonseca (Chair), Jasraj Singh Hallan (Vice-Chair), Gabriel Ste-Marie (Vice-Chair), Yvan Baker, Rachel Bendayan, Daniel Blaikie, Adam Chambers, Julie Dzerowicz, Philip Lawrence, Marty Morantz, Joanne Thompson, Patrick Weiler

Expenditures (April 1 to December 31, 2023)

For general information on the following table, see the “Note to Reader—Expenditures.”

Travel Expenditures (April 1 to December 31, 2023)

For general information on the following table, see the “Note to Reader—Travel Expenditures.”

Meetings, Witnesses, Briefs and Reports (April 1 to December 31, 2023)

For general information on the following table, see the “Note to Reader—Meetings, Witnesses, Briefs and Reports.”

Standing Committee on Fisheries and Oceans (FOPO)

Mandate

The Standing Committee on Fisheries and Oceans studies and reports on matters related to the federal role in the management of Canada’s fisheries and the safeguarding of its waters.

Summary of Committee Activity

From April 1 to August 31, 2023, the committee held 15 meetings. Five of these were dedicated to its study of ecosystem impacts and management of pinniped populations. On April 18, the committee presented its 10th report, Protection and Coexistence of the North Atlantic Right Whale in Canada. The committee also commenced two new studies, including one on foreign ownership and corporate concentration of fishing licenses and quota and another on the allocation of resources to the Great Lakes Fishery Commission. Lastly, on June 5, the committee heard from officials during a briefing on the measures taken by the Department of Fisheries and Oceans in response to recommendations contained in Report 21 of the 42nd Parliament, entitled West Coast Fisheries: Sharing Risks and Benefits.

From September 1 to December 31, 2023, the committee held 18 meetings. Six of these were dedicated to its study of illegal, unreported and unregulated fishing. On October 26, the committee heard from the Minister of Fisheries, Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard, and departmental officials, regarding the Minister’s mandate letter and matters related to her department. During the period, the committee also presented three reports: on November 29, its 11th report, entitled Restoring Full Accountability for Resources and Governance of the Great Lakes Fishery Commission; and on December 13, its 12th and 13th reports entitled Ecosystem Impacts and Management of Pinniped Populations and Foreign Ownership and Corporate Concentration of Fishing Licenses and Quota. Lastly, on December 5, the committee heard from departmental officials on the study of the Supplementary Estimates (B), 2023-24.

Membership (as of December 31, 2023)

Ken McDonald (Chair), Mel Arnold (Vice-Chair), Caroline Desbiens (Vice-Chair), Lisa Marie Barron, Richard Bragdon, Serge Cormier, Brendan Hanley, Ken Hardie, Mike Kelloway, Robert J. Morrissey, Rick Perkins, Clifford Small

Expenditures (April 1 to December 31, 2023)

For general information on the following table, see the “Note to Reader—Expenditures.”

Meetings, Witnesses, Briefs and Reports (April 1 to December 31, 2023)

For general information on the following table, see the “Note to Reader—Meetings, Witnesses, Briefs and Reports.”

Standing Committee on Foreign Affairs and International Development (FAAE)

Mandate

The Standing Committee on Foreign Affairs and International Development studies matters related to international affairs, including Canada’s foreign policy and development assistance. The government department under the committee’s scrutiny is the Department of Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development.

Summary of Committee Activity

The committee met 15 times from April 1 to August 31, 2023. It completed its study of Bill C-281, An Act to amend the Department of Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development Act, the Justice for Victims of Corrupt Foreign Officials Act (Sergei Magnitsky Law), the Broadcasting Act and the Prohibiting Cluster Munitions Act, and reported the bill back to the House with amendments on May 4. The committee also continued its study of the situation at the Russia-Ukraine border and implications for peace and security and met with Egidijus Meilūnas, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Lithuania. It also studied the Main Estimates 2023–24. The committee held a briefing with International Criminal Court prosecutor Karim Khan on May 4. The committee then studied Bill S-8, An Act to amend the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act, to make consequential amendments to other Acts and to amend the Immigration and Refugee Protection Regulations, and reported it back to the House with amendments on May 31. The committee commenced its study of the destabilizing impacts of the Wagner Group and its study of Canada’s sanctions regime. Lastly, on June 16, the Chair presented the committee’s report on sexual and reproductive health and rights of women globally. The committee then held a press conference on the topic.

The Subcommittee on International Human Rights (SDIR) held six meetings from April 1 to August 31, 2023. The subcommittee continued its study of the Chinese government’s residential boarding schools and preschools in the Tibet autonomous regions and all Tibetan autonomous prefectures and counties and presented its report to the Standing Committee on Foreign Affairs and International Development on June 13. The subcommittee then met as part of its study of the current human rights situation in Nigeria and its study of rights and freedoms of women globally and of women in Afghanistan, Iran and Saudi Arabia. The subcommittee also held an event on June 9 to recognize international human rights champions. Lastly, the subcommittee commenced its study of the situation of the Hazaras in Afghanistan.

During the period of September 1 to December 31, 2023, the committee held 18 meetings. On September 25, Michael D. Chong was elected Vice-Chair of the committee. The committee continued its study of Canada’s sanctions regime, the study of the situation at the Russia-Ukraine border and implications for peace and security, as well as its study of security at the borders between Azerbaijan and Armenia. On October 16, the committee, together with the Subcommittee on International Human Rights, the Standing Committee on Justice and Human Rights and the Senate Standing Committee on Human Rights, hosted an informal meeting with the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights. On November 29, the committee also commenced a study of Canada’s diplomatic capacity. Finally, during this period, the committee held one meeting to consider the subject matter of Supplementary Estimates (B), 2023-24, as well as two briefings with officials from the Department of Citizenship and Immigration and the Department of Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development on the situation in Israel and Gaza.

The Subcommittee on International Human Rights (SDIR) held nine meetings from September 1 to December 31, 2023. On September 26, Fayçal El-Khoury was elected Chair of the Subcommittee, and Garnett Genuis was elected to the position of Vice-Chair. The subcommittee then continued its study of the situation of the Hazaras in Afghanistan and held two meetings on this topic. In addition, the subcommittee held two informal meetings: the first with United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Turk on October 16, and the second with Vice-Chair of the United Nations Working Group on Business and Human Rights Robert McCorquodale on October 24. The subcommittee then initiated a study of the unlawful transfer of Ukrainian children to Russia and devoted three meetings to this study. The subcommittee also completed its study of the rights and freedoms of women globally and of women in Afghanistan, Iran and Saudi Arabia, presenting its report to the Standing Committee on Foreign Affairs and International Development on November 8. Furthermore, on December 4, the subcommittee presented a report to the Standing Committee on Foreign Affairs and International Development regarding the current human rights situation in Iran. Finally, the subcommittee commenced its study of international disability-inclusive education and allotted four meetings to this topic.

Membership of FAAE (as of December 31, 2023)

Ali Ehsassi (Chair), Hon. Michael D. Chong (Vice-Chair), Stéphane Bergeron (Vice-Chair), Ziad Aboultaif, Hon. Omar Alghabra, Sophie Chatel, Dave Epp, Hon. Hedy Fry, Randy Hoback, Heather McPherson, Hon. Robert Oliphant, Sameer Zuberi

Membership SDIR (as of December 31, 2023)

Fayçal El-Khoury (Chair), Garnett Genuis (Vice-Chair), Alexis Brunelle-Duceppe (Vice-Chair), Pam Damoff, Ali Ehsassi, Hon. Mike Lake, Heather McPherson, Anita Vandenbeld

Expenditures (April 1 to December 31, 2023)

For general information on the following table, see the “Note to Reader—Expenditures.”

Travel Expenditures (April 1 to December 31, 2023)

For general information on the following table, see the “Note to Reader—Travel Expenditures.”

Note:      Adjustment paid in Fiscal Year 2023–24.

Meetings, Witnesses, Briefs and Reports (April 1 to December 31, 2023)

For general information on the following table, see the “Note to Reader—Meetings, Witnesses, Briefs and Reports.”

Standing Committee on Government Operations and Estimates (OGGO)

Mandate

The Standing Committee on Government Operations and Estimates studies the effectiveness and proper functioning of government operations, including the estimates process and the expenditure plans of central departments and agencies.

Summary of Committee Activity

From April 1 to August 31, 2023, the committee continued its study of federal government consulting contracts awarded to McKinsey & Company, hearing evidence from the deputy ministers or equivalents of 16 departments, agencies, and Crown corporations to discuss the documents provided to the committee. The committee commenced consideration of Bill C-290, An Act to amend the Public Servants Disclosure Protection Act. The committee also studied the Main Estimates 2023–24, the Supplementary Estimates (A), 2023–24, as well as the nomination of Harriet Solloway to the position of Public Sector Integrity Commissioner.

From September 1 to December 31, 2023, the committee continued its study of the ArriveCAN application, holding seven meetings on this topic. The committee also held one meeting on the study of the replacement of the CP-140 Aurora by the Boeing P-8 Poseidon, and it held one meeting on the topic of the changeover of the Public Service Health Care Plan from Sun Life to Canada Life. On October 4, the committee presented its 11th report on the study of travel expenditures related to the Office of the Governor General’s Secretary since 2014. Lastly, the committee considered the Supplementary Estimates (B), 2023-24, on November 28 and 30, presenting its 12th report on December 1.

Membership (as of December 31, 2023)

Kelly McCauley (Chair), Majid Jowhari (Vice-Chair), Julie Vignola (Vice-Chair), Jenica Atwin, Parm Bains, Kelly Block, Garnett Genuis, Gord Johns, Stephanie Kusie, Irek Kusmierczyk, Charles Sousa

Expenditures (April 1 to December 31, 2023)

For general information on the following table, see the “Note to Reader—Expenditures.”

Meetings, Witnesses, Briefs and Reports (April 1 to December 31, 2023)

For general information on the following table, see the “Note to Reader—Meetings, Witnesses, Briefs and Reports.”

Standing Committee on Health (HESA)

Mandate

The Standing Committee on Health studies issues that relate to Health Canada, including bills and regulations. It also has oversight of four health-related agencies, including the Canadian Food Inspection Agency and the Public Health Agency of Canada.

Summary of Committee Activity

From April 1 to August 31, 2023, the committee held 15 meetings. It continued its study of Bill C-252, An Act to amend the Food and Drugs Act (prohibition of food and beverage marketing directed at children), reporting the bill back to the House with amendments on April 26. The committee then began its study of Bill C-293, An Act respecting pandemic prevention and preparedness, and held one meeting to receive testimony from the sponsor of the bill. In addition, the committee conducted a study of oversight of medical devices (breast implants), devoting four meetings to this topic and hearing from 11 witnesses during the reporting period. The committee also initiated a study of the Patented Medicine Prices Review Board and held two meetings on this topic to receive testimony from seven witnesses. Furthermore, the committee continued its study of children’s health and considered a draft report over the course of five meetings. Finally, on June 20, the committee studied Bill C-284, An Act to establish a national strategy for eye care, reporting the bill back to the House with amendments on June 21.

From September 1 to December 31, 2023, the committee held 20 meetings. During this period, the committee continued its study on children’s health and its study on the Patented Medicine Prices Review Board. On September 27, it held a briefing on natural health product regulations. The committee also continued considering Bill C-293, An Act respecting pandemic prevention and preparedness. On November 30, it presented its 16th report, entitled Strengthening the Oversight of Breast Implants. Finally, the committee undertook a study on women’s health, a study on the opioid epidemic and toxic drug crisis in Canada and a study on the government’s advanced purchase agreement for vaccines with Medicago.

Membership (as of December 31, 2023)

Sean Casey (Chair), Stephen Ellis (Vice-Chair), Luc Thériault (Vice-Chair), Jenica Atwin, Don Davies, Todd Doherty, Brendan Hanley, Majid Jowhari, Robert Kitchen, Shuvaloy Majumdar, Marcus Powlowski, Sonia Sidhu

Expenditures (April 1 to December 31, 2023)

For general information on the following table, see the “Note to Reader—Expenditures.”

Meetings, Witnesses, Briefs and Reports (April 1 to December 31, 2023)

For general information on the following table, see the “Note to Reader—Meetings, Witnesses, Briefs and Reports.”

Standing Committee on Human Resources, Skills and Social Development and the Status of Persons with Disabilities (HUMA)

Mandate

The Standing Committee on Human Resources, Skills and Social Development and the Status of Persons with Disabilities studies employment, labour, income security, skills development and disability issues, as well as programs administered by Employment and Social Development Canada. The committee also administers the Centennial Flame Research Award.

Summary of Committee Activity

From April 1 to August 31, 2023, the committee held 14 meetings. It continued and concluded its study of Bill C-35, An Act respecting early learning and child care in Canada, during which it heard from 65 witnesses and received 62 briefs. It reported its recommendations to the House in its ninth report. The committee then commenced a study of the financialization of housing, considered the Main Estimates 2023–24, and reviewed the subject matter of the Supplementary Estimates (C), 2022–23. The committee selected the recipient of the 2023 Centennial Flame Research Award and held a briefing on accessible transportation for persons with a disability. Lastly, on June 12, the committee’s 11th report, on the National Housing Strategy, was presented to the House.

From September 1 to December 31, 2023, the committee held 20 meetings. It concluded its study on the financialization of housing, during which it heard from 21 witnesses and received 41 briefs, presenting its 12th report to the House on October 26. The committee also conducted a study on the housing crisis in Canada and presented its 13th report on October 27. The committee then initiated studies on Bill C-318, An Act to amend the Employment Insurance Act and the Canada Labour Code (adoptive and intended parents), the Canada Summer Jobs Wage Subsidy Program, the implications of artificial intelligence technologies for the Canadian labour force, and intergenerational volunteerism. The committee received briefings from the Minister of Housing, Infrastructure and Communities, the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation, and the Office of Infrastructure of Canada. Lastly, the committee held one meeting to consider the subject matter of Supplementary Estimates (B), 2023-24.

Membership (as of December 31, 2023)

Robert J. Morrissey (Chair), Tracy Gray (Vice-Chair), Louise Chabot (Vice-Chair), Scott Aitchison, Chad Collins, Michael Coteau, Rosemarie Falk, Michelle Ferreri, Peter Fragiskatos, Wayne Long, Tony Van Bynen, Bonita Zarrillo

Expenditures (April 1 to December 31, 2023)

For general information on the following table, see the “Note to Reader—Expenditures.”

Meetings, Witnesses, Briefs and Reports (April 1 to December 31, 2023)

For general information on the following table, see the “Note to Reader—Meetings, Witnesses, Briefs and Reports.”

Standing Committee on Indigenous and Northern Affairs (INAN)

Mandate

The Standing Committee on Indigenous and Northern Affairs reviews, examines and reports on issues affecting First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples and northerners.

Summary of Committee Activity

From April 1 to August 31, 2023, the committee held 15 meetings. Members continued their study of improving graduation rates and successful outcomes for Indigenous students, holding two meetings and hearing from seven witnesses. The committee then studied Bill C-45, An Act to amend the First Nations Fiscal Management Act, to make consequential amendments to other Acts, and to make a clarification relating to another Act, devoting three meetings to the bill and hearing from 18 witnesses before reporting it back to the House with amendments on May 12. The committee also initiated a study of restitution of land to First Nations, Inuit, and Metis communities and held four meetings on this topic to receive testimony from 16 witnesses. In addition, members held two meetings and received nine witnesses regarding the Office of the Parliamentary Budget Officer’s report on research and comparative analysis on the estimates of the Department of Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs and the Department of Indigenous Services. The committee then resumed its study of Indigenous languages and presented its ninth report to the House on June 16, entitled Reclaiming, Revitalizing, Maintaining and Strengthening Indigenous Languages in Canada. Furthermore, on June 19, the committee studied Bill C-51, An Act to give effect to the self-government treaty recognizing the Whitecap Dakota Nation / Wapaha Ska Dakota Oyate and to make consequential amendments to other Acts. Finally, the committee completed its study of Arctic sovereignty, security and emergency preparedness of Indigenous peoples, presenting its 10th report to the House on June 21.

During the period of September 1 to December 31, 2023, the committee held 20 meetings. On September 26, the committee elected John Aldag as its new Chair. On September 27, the committee presented its 11th report, entitled Food Security in Northern and Isolated Communities: Ensuring Equitable Access for Adequate and Healthy Food for All. The committee also continued its study of the restitution of lands to First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples. Furthermore, the committee commenced consideration of Bill C-53, An act respecting the recognition of certain Métis governments in Alberta, Ontario and Saskatchewan, to give effect to treaties with those governments and to make consequential amendments to other Acts.

Membership (as of December 31, 2023)

John Aldag (Chair), Jamie Schmale (Vice-Chair), Marilène Gill (Vice-Chair), Jaime Battiste, Ben Carr, Anna Gainey, Lori Idlout, Michael V. McLeod, Marcus Powlowski, Gary Vidal, Arnold Viersen, Bob Zimmer

Expenditures (April 1 to December 31, 2023)

For general information on the following table, see the “Note to Reader—Expenditures.”

Travel Expenditures (April 1 to December 31, 2023)

For general information on the following table, see the “Note to Reader—Travel Expenditures.”

Note:      Credit received in Fiscal Year 2023–24.

Meetings, Witnesses, Briefs and Reports (April 1 to December 31, 2023)

For general information on the following table, see the “Note to Reader—Meetings, Witnesses, Briefs and Reports.”

Standing Committee on Industry and Technology (INDU)

Mandate

The Standing Committee on Industry and Technology studies and reports on legislation, the activities and spending of Industry Canada and its portfolio members, and other issues related to industry and technology capability; scientific research and development; telecommunications policy; investment, trade, small business and tourism; and rules and services that support the effective operation of the marketplace.

Summary of Committee Activity

During the period of April 1 to August 31, 2023, the committee held 18 meetings, including the consideration of two government bills: Bill C-42, An Act to amend the Canada Business Corporations Act and to make consequential and related amendments to other Acts, which was reported to the House with amendments on June 5; and Bill C‑34, An Act to amend the Investment Canada Act, for which it started clause-by-clause consideration. The committee presented two reports to the House on June 14: its 14th report, concerning domestic manufacturing capacity for a COVID-19 vaccine, and its 15th report, concerning blockchain technology. The committee also held one in camera meeting to view documents related to contracts for the development of Volkswagen’s new battery plant in Ontario. Furthermore, the committee continued its study of the development and support of the electronics, metals and plastics recycling industry and heard from 14 witnesses.

During the period of September 1 to December 31, 2023, the committee completed its clause-by-clause consideration of Bill C-34, An Act to amend the Investment Canada Act, and reported it back to the House with amendments. The committee also heard from 74 witnesses on Bill C-27, An Act to enact the Consumer Privacy Protection Act, the Personal Information and Data Protection Tribunal Act and the Artificial Intelligence and Data Act and to make consequential and related amendments to other Acts. Furthermore, the committee held five meetings and heard from 10 witnesses in relation to its study of the recent investigation and reports on Sustainable Development Technology Canada.

Membership (as of December 31, 2023)

Joël Lightbound (Chair), Rick Perkins (Vice-Chair), Sébastien Lemire (Vice-Chair), Iqwinder Gaheer, Bernard Généreux, Viviane Lapointe, Brian Masse, Francesco Sorbara, Ryan Turnbull, Tony Van Bynen, Brad Vis, Ryan Williams

Expenditures (April 1 to December 31, 2023)

For general information on the following table, see the “Note to Reader—Expenditures.”

Meetings, Witnesses, Briefs and Reports (April 1 to December 31, 2023)

For general information on the following table, see the “Note to Reader—Meetings, Witnesses, Briefs and Reports.”

Standing Committee on International Trade (CIIT)

Mandate

The Standing Committee on International Trade studies and reports on such matters as international trade policy, and the global trade and investment environment.

Summary of Committee Activity

During the period from April 1 to August 31, 2023, the committee held 16 meetings. The committee completed clause-by-clause consideration of Bill C-282, An Act to amend the Department of Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development Act (supply management), and reported the bill to the House without amendment on April 26. The committee’s ninth report, on potential trade impacts of the United States Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 on certain firms and workers in Canada, was presented to the House on May 10. Among other subjects, the committee studied non-tariff barriers in Canada’s existing and potential international trade agreements, hearing from 34 witnesses over six meetings. Finally, seven members of the committee travelled to Washington, D.C., in May for meetings with stakeholders and members of the United States House of Representatives. This visit was part of the committee’s study of potential trade impacts of the United States Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 on certain firms and workers in Canada. After members returned from Washington, the committee initiated a study of impacts of the Underused Housing Tax on Canadian border communities.

During the period from September 1 to December 31, 2023, the committee held 16 meetings. Notably, the committee studied Bill C-57, An Act to implement the 2023 Free Trade Agreement between Canada and Ukraine, and heard from the Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development, as well as 17 witnesses over four meetings, completing clause-by-clause consideration of the Bill on November 28. The bill was reported back to the House with amendments on November 29. Additionally, four substantive reports were presented during the period: the 10th report on September 18, the 11th and 12th reports on November 20, and the 14th report on December 13. Furthermore, the committee hosted a delegation from the New York State Assembly at an informal meeting on October 25. Finally, the committee heard from witnesses on two studies, entitled Canada’s Proposed Biocides Regulation: Trade Impacts for Certain Canadian Sectors and The 2023 Strike at the Port of Vancouver: Selected Impacts, Responses and Port-related Innovation.

Membership (as of December 31, 2023)

Hon. Judy A. Sgro (Chair), Kyle Seeback (Vice-Chair), Simon-Pierre Savard-Tremblay (Vice-Chair), Chandra Arya, Tony Baldinelli, Richard Cannings, Hon. Mona Fortier, Matt Jeneroux, Richard Martel, Wilson Miao, Terry Sheehan, Maninder Sidhu

Expenditures (April 1 to December 31, 2023)

For general information on the following table, see the “Note to Reader—Expenditures.”

Travel Expenditures (April 1 to December 31, 2023)

For general information on the following table, see the “Note to Reader—Travel Expenditures.”

Meetings, Witnesses, Briefs and Reports (April 1 to December 31, 2023)

For general information on the following table, see the “Note to Reader—Meetings, Witnesses, Briefs and Reports.”

Standing Committee on Justice and Human Rights (JUST)

Mandate

The Standing Committee on Justice and Human Rights studies the bills, policies, programs and spending of the Department of Justice and the six federal agencies related to its portfolio.

Summary of Committee Activity

From April 1 to August 31, 2023, the committee studied Bill C-41, An Act to amend the Criminal Code and to make consequential amendments to other Acts, held five meetings, heard from 14 witnesses and reported the bill back with amendments. The committee continued its study of extradition law reform over the course of three meetings and presented a report to the House. The committee also studied Bill C-295, An Act to amend the Criminal Code (neglect of vulnerable adults) and reported it back with amendments. Additionally, the committee studied Bill S-224, An Act to amend the Criminal Code (trafficking in persons), held four meetings, heard from 10 witnesses and reported the bill back with amendments. Lastly, the committee held one meeting to study the subject matter of the Main Estimates 2023–24, and during another meeting, it agreed to present a report to the House on the Taliban regime and human rights.

From September 1 to December 31, 2023, the committee completed a study on measures to protect Canadians and presented its report to the House on December 6. The committee also began considering Bill S-12, An Act to amend the Criminal Code, the Sex Offender Information Registration Act and the International Transfer of Offenders Act. The committee heard from four witnesses and reported the bill back to the House with amendments on October 23. In addition, the committee devoted three meetings to Bill C-321, An Act to amend the Criminal Code (assaults against health care professionals and first responders), and heard from nine witnesses. On December 6, it reported the bill back to the House with amendments. The committee also took up Bill C-40, An Act to amend the Criminal Code, to make consequential amendments to other Acts and to repeal a regulation (miscarriages of justice reviews), and has held eight meetings to date, hearing from 23 witnesses. Lastly, the committee considered the appointment of the Honourable Mary T. Moreau to the Supreme Court of Canada at its November 2 meeting.

Membership (as of December 31, 2023)

Lena Metlege Diab (Chair), Hon. Rob Moore (Vice-Chair), Rhéal Éloi Fortin (Vice-Chair), Élisabeth Brière, Larry Brock, Frank Caputo, Anju Dhillon, Randall Garrison, Anthony Housefather, James Maloney, Hon. Marco Mendicino, Tako Van Popta

Expenditures (April 1 to December 31, 2023)

For general information on the following table, see the “Note to Reader—Expenditures.”

Meetings, Witnesses, Briefs and Reports (April 1 to December 31, 2023)

For general information on the following table, see the “Note to Reader—Meetings, Witnesses, Briefs and Reports.”

Standing Committee on National Defence (NDDN)

Mandate

The Standing Committee on National Defence studies the Department of National Defence and the Canadian Armed Forces, as well as the domestic, continental and international security environment.

Summary of Committee Activity

During the period of April 1 to August 31, 2023, the committee received two briefing sessions on the subject of the war in Ukraine. The committee undertook a study of the military health system and the provision of health and transition services under the Canadian Forces Health Services Group, holding four meetings and hearing from 21 witnesses. The committee considered the Main Estimates 2023–24. The committee considered a draft report, adopted it and presented it as its fifth report, entitled The Cyber Defence of Canada, on June 21. The committee began a study of the impact of Canada’s procurement process on the Canadian Armed Forces. The committee also held one meeting on the Department of National Defence’s external monitor first status report. In August, committee members traveled to Estonia, Latvia, Poland and the United Kingdom in relation to the study of threat analysis affecting Canada and the Canadian Armed Forces’ operational readiness to meet those threats.

From September 1 to December 31, 2023, the committee met 20 times. The committee held two briefings on the war in Ukraine, one briefing on the situation in the Indo-Pacific region and one briefing on the Israel-Hamas conflict. It also held a briefing session on the Parliamentary Budget Officer’s report, entitled A Force Structure Model of Canada’s Military: Costs and Personnel, and a briefing on the mandate and priorities of the Minister of National Defence. The committee continued its study of the review of the impact of Canada’s procurement process on the Canadian Armed Forces and its study of rising domestic operational deployments and challenges for the Canadian Armed Forces. The committee also considered a draft report for the study of the military health system and provision of health and transition services under the Canadian Forces Health Services Group, presenting its sixth report on November 24. Additionally, on November 24, the committee presented its seventh report, entitled Public Procurement of the CP-140 Aurora Replacement. Furthermore, on November 30, the committee commenced a study on the lack of housing availability on or near bases for Canadian Armed Forces members and their families and the challenges facing members and their families when they are required to move across the country. Finally, the committee held a meeting to study the subject matter of Supplementary Estimates (B), 2023-24.

Membership (as of December 31, 2023)

Hon. John McKay (Chair), James Bezan (Vice-Chair), Christine Normandin (Vice-Chair), Chad Collins, Andy Fillmore, Darren Fisher, Cheryl Gallant, Pat Kelly, Shelby Kramp-Neuman, Marie-France Lalonde, Emmanuella Lambropoulos, Lindsay Mathyssen

Expenditures (April 1 to December 31, 2023)

For general information on the following table, see the “Note to Reader—Expenditures.”

Travel Expenditures (April 1 to December 31, 2023)

For general information on the following table, see the “Note to Reader—Travel Expenditures.”

Meetings, Witnesses, Briefs and Reports (April 1 to December 31, 2023)

For general information on the following table, see the “Note to Reader—Meetings, Witnesses, Briefs and Reports.”

Standing Committee on Natural Resources (RNNR)

Mandate

The Standing Committee on Natural Resources studies bills, government activities and expenditures, and issues related to Canada’s energy, forest, minerals and metals, and earth sciences sectors.

Summary of Committee Activity

The committee held 12 meetings between April 1 and August 31, 2023. The committee completed its study of creating a fair and equitable Canadian energy transformation and presented its 10th report on June 19. The committee also considered the Main Estimates 2023–24 and reported them back to the House on May 17. The committee completed its study of Federal Assistance for Various Natural Resources Industries, holding 11 meetings and hearing from 36 witnesses. The committee also received a briefing by the Commissioner of the Environment and Sustainable Development. Finally, the committee began a study of the Canadian pulp and paper industry hearing from 16 witnesses and holding three meetings.

From September 1 to December 31, 2023, the committee held 10 meetings. One of the meetings was suspended several times and continued over several subsequent days. From September to October, the committee held eight meetings for the study on Canada’s clean energy plans in the context of North American energy transformation. The committee heard from over 40 witnesses and received some 20 briefs. On October 16, the committee heard testimony on the climate crisis and Canada’s energy sector. In addition, on December 6, pursuant to a special order of the House made on October 23, the committee proceeded to the clause-by-clause consideration of Bill C-50, An Act respecting accountability, transparency and engagement to support the creation of sustainable jobs for workers and economic growth in a net-zero economy. The committee reported the bill back to the House with amendments on December 11.

Membership (as of December 31, 2023)

George Chahal (Chair), Shannon Stubbs (Vice-Chair), Mario Simard (Vice-Chair), John Aldag, Charlie Angus, Julie Dabrusin, Earl Dreeshen, Ted Falk, Yvonne Jones, Viviane Lapointe, Jeremy Patzer, Francesco Sorbara

Expenditures (April 1 to December 31, 2023)

For general information on the following table, see the “Note to Reader—Expenditures.”

Meetings, Witnesses, Briefs and Reports (April 1 to December 31, 2023)

For general information on the following table, see the “Note to Reader—Meetings, Witnesses, Briefs and Reports.”

Standing Committee on Official Languages (LANG)

Mandate

The mandate of the Standing Committee on Official Languages includes, among other matters, the review of official language policies and programs, including reports of the Commissioner of Official Languages.

Summary of Committee Activity

From April 1 to August 31, 2023, the committee held eight meetings. On April 18, the committee reported Bill C-13, An Act to amend the Official Languages Act, to enact the Use of French in Federally Regulated Private Businesses Act and to make related amendments to other Acts, back to the House with amendments. The committee also continued its study of government measures to protect and promote French in Quebec and in Canada and presented its second report to the House on June 8. The committee commenced a study of increased francophone immigration to Canada and heard from 17 witnesses. Lastly, the committee commenced a study of the Official Language Commissioner’s 2022–23 annual report.

From September 1 to December 31, 2023, the committee held 18 meetings. The committee continued its study on increasing francophone immigration to Canada and considered a draft report. The committee began a study of the economic development of official language minority communities. As part of this study, the committee heard testimony from, among others, officials at the Department of Industry and Canada’s regional development agencies. On December 5, the committee presented its third report, entitled Adaptation of CBC/Radio-Canada’s Audiovisual Content for the International Market.

Membership (as of December 31, 2023)

René Arseneault (Chair), Joël Godin (Vice-Chair), Mario Beaulieu (Vice-Chair), Niki Ashton, Marc Dalton, Francis Drouin, Bernard Généreux, Laila Goodridge, Angelo Iacono, Arielle Kayabaga, Darrell Samson, Marc G. Serré

Expenditures (April 1 to December 31, 2023)

For general information on the following table, see the “Note to Reader—Expenditures.”

Meetings, Witnesses, Briefs and Reports (April 1 to December 31, 2023)

For general information on the following table, see the “Note to Reader—Meetings, Witnesses, Briefs and Reports.”

Standing Committee on Procedure and House Affairs (PROC)

Mandate

The Procedure and House Affairs Committee studies and reports on the rules and practices of the House and its committees, electoral matters, questions of privilege, MP conflicts of interest, internal administration of the House, and services and facilities for MPs.

Summary of Committee Activity

During the period from April 1 to August 31, 2023, the committee held 26 meetings. The committee concluded its studies of the Reports of the Federal Electoral Boundaries Commission for Ontario, Quebec, British Columbia, and Alberta. The Chair presented the Report on the Report of the Federal Electoral Boundaries Commission for the Province of Quebec, 2022, as well as the Report on the Report of the Federal Electoral Boundaries Commission for the Province of Alberta, 2022, on Wednesday, May 17. The Chair presented the Report on the Report of the Federal Electoral Boundaries Commission for the Province of British Columbia, 2022 on Wednesday, May 31. The Speaker and Minister of Intergovernmental Affairs, Infrastructure and Communities appeared on Tuesday, May 16, for the Main Estimates 2023–24. The Chair then reported the Main Estimates 2023–24 to the House on Wednesday, May 31. The committee continued its study of foreign election interference and presented a report on Wednesday, May 31. The committee began the study of the question of privilege related to the intimidation campaign against the Member for Wellington—Halton Hills and other Members. The Chair presented the Report on the Report of the Federal Electoral Boundaries Commission for the Province of Ontario, 2022, on Wednesday, June 7.

During this period, the subcommittee on Private Members’ Business (SMEM) met once to determine the votability of items recently placed on the order of precedence, following which the Standing Committee on Procedure and House Affairs presented its 41st report on May 17. The report was deemed concurred in by the House upon its presentation.

During the period from September 1 to December 31, 2023, the committee held 15 meetings. Several of these meetings were suspended and resumed on subsequent dates. On September 26, Michael Cooper was elected as first Vice-Chair. On October 16, the committee held an informal meeting with a delegation from the United Kingdom House of Commons. The committee concluded its study on the question of privilege related to the intimidation campaign against the member for Wellington—Halton Hills and other members, and began its study of a draft report. The committee also began a study on the question of privilege related to the Speaker’s public participation at an Ontario Liberal Party convention. Furthermore, on December 11, the committee examined the nomination of Eric Janse to the position of Clerk of the House of Commons. The Chair presented a report recommending that the House ratify the nomination on December 12, and the report was adopted by the House of Commons on December 14. On the same day, the Chair presented the committee’s report on the study of the question of privilege related to the Speaker’s public participation at an Ontario Liberal Party convention.

During the period from September 1 to December 31, 2023, the Subcommittee on Private Members’ Business (SMEM) met twice to determine the votability of items recently placed on the order of precedence. These meetings led to the presentation of three reports to the House.

Membership of PROC (as of December 31, 2023)

Hon. Bardish Chagger (Chair), Michael Cooper (Vice-Chair), Marie-Hélène Gaudreau (Vice-Chair), Luc Berthold, Blaine Calkins, Terry Duguid, Eric Duncan, Mark Gerretsen, Matthew Green, Stéphane Lauzon, Sherry Romanado, Ruby Sahota

Membership of SMEM (as of December 31, 2023)

Ruby Sahota (Chair), Luc Berthold, Marie-Hélène Gaudreau, Heather McPherson, Ryan Turnbull

Expenditures (April 1 to December 31, 2023)

For general information on the following table, see the “Note to Reader—Expenditures.”

Meetings, Witnesses, Briefs and Reports (April 1 to December 31, 2023)

For general information on the following table, see the “Note to Reader—Meetings, Witnesses, Briefs and Reports.”

Standing Committee on Public Accounts (PACP)

Mandate

The mandate of the Standing Committee on Public Accounts is to review and report on the Public Accounts of Canada and all reports of the Auditor General of Canada.

Summary of Committee Activity

From April 1 to August 31, 2023, the committee held 16 meetings, commenced eight studies and presented three reports to the House. The committee also considered the Main Estimates, 2023–24. The committee undertook a study of the Pierre Elliott Trudeau Foundation, during which it heard from 10 witnesses. In June, the committee was granted House authorization to travel to Whitehorse, Yukon, in September to attend the Canadian Council of Public Accounts Committees and Canadian Council of Legislative Auditors Annual Conference.

From September 1 to December 31, 2023, the committee held 20 meetings, undertook 10 studies and presented six reports to the House. The committee studied matters such as connectivity in rural and remote areas, the ArriveCAN application, the rehabilitation of Parliament’s Centre Block, emergency management in First Nations communities, gender-based analysis plus, the Public Accounts of Canada 2023, processing applications for permanent residence and Government of Canada information technology systems. Finally, on October 19, the committee held a meeting to review the 2023 Reports 5 to 9 of the Auditor General of Canada.

Membership (as of December 31, 2023)

John Williamson (Chair), Jean Yip (Vice-Chair), Nathalie Sinclair-Desgagné (Vice-Chair), Valerie Bradford, Shaun Chen, Blake Desjarlais, Iqra Khalid, Kelly McCauley, John Nater, Brenda Shanahan, Jake Stewart

Expenditures (April 1 to December 31, 2023)

For general information on the following table, see the “Note to Reader—Expenditures.”

Travel Expenditures (April 1 to December 31, 2023)

For general information on the following table, see the “Note to Reader—Travel Expenditures.”

Meetings, Witnesses, Briefs and Reports (April 1 to December 31, 2023)

For general information on the following table, see the “Note to Reader—Meetings, Witnesses, Briefs and Reports.”

Standing Committee on Public Safety and National Security (SECU)

Mandate

The Standing Committee on Public Safety and National Security reviews legislation, policies, programs and expenditure plans of government departments and agencies responsible for public safety and national security, policing and law enforcement, corrections and conditional release of federal offenders, emergency management, crime prevention and the protection of Canada’s borders.

Summary of Committee Activity

From April 1 to August 31, 2023, the committee met 12 times. It completed its study on the effects of the withdrawn amendments (G-4 and G-46) to Bill C-21, An Act to amend certain Acts and to make certain consequential amendments (firearms). The committee then continued its study of Bill C-21 and reported the bill back to the House with amendments on May 15. The committee also heard from the Chair of the National Security and Intelligence Committee of Parliamentarians on the topic of his 2021 annual report. Lastly, the committee commenced its study of Bill C-20, An Act establishing the Public Complaints and Review Commission and amending certain Acts and statutory instruments, and heard testimony from various organizations and individuals.

From September 1 to December 31, 2023, the committee continued its consideration of Bill C-20, An Act Establishing the Public Complaints and Review Commission and amending certain Acts and statutory instruments, and it reported it back to the House with amendments on November 9. On November 10, Ron McKinnon resigned as Chair; Heath MacDonald was elected Chair on November 20. In addition, the committee undertook a study entitled Rights of Victims of Crime, Reclassification and Transfer of Federal Offenders. For this study, it held five meetings, heard 14 witnesses and received six briefs. It also held a briefing on trauma-informed practices. Finally, the committee took up Bill C-320, An Act to amend the Corrections and Conditional Release Act (disclosure of information to victims), and reported it to the House without amendment on December 12.

Membership (as of December 31, 2023)

Heath MacDonald (Chair), Doug Shipley (Vice-Chair), Kristina Michaud (Vice-Chair), Chris Bittle, Iqwinder Gaheer, Peter Julian, Dane Lloyd, Ron McKinnon, Eric Melillo, Glen Motz, Jennifer O’Connell, Peter Schiefke

Expenditures (April 1 to December 31, 2023)

For general information on the following table, see the “Note to Reader—Expenditures.”

Meetings, Witnesses, Briefs and Reports (April 1 to December 31, 2023)

For general information on the following table, see the “Note to Reader—Meetings, Witnesses, Briefs and Reports.”

Standing Committee on Science and Research (SRSR)

Mandate

The Standing Committee on Science and Research studies all matters relating to science and research, including any reports of the Chief Science Advisor.

Summary of Committee Activity

From April 1 to August 31, 2023, the committee met 14 times. On April 21, Kirsty Duncan resigned as Chair of the committee and Lloyd Longfield was elected the new Chair on April 25. The committee continued its study of support for the commercialization of intellectual property and provided drafting instructions for a report. The committee began its study of the government of Canada’s graduate scholarship and post-doctoral fellowship programs, and met eight times to receive testimony and then provided drafting instructions for a report. Additionally, the committee considered draft reports for the study of international moonshot programs, as well as on research and scientific publication in French. The committee’s fourth report, entitled Pursuing a Canadian Moonshot Program, was presented to the House on June 6, and the committee’s fifth report, entitled Revitalizing Research and Scientific Publication in French in Canada, was presented to the House on June 15. On June 20, the committee began a study of the use of federal government research and development grants, funds, and contributions by Canadian universities and research institutions in partnerships with entities connected to the People’s Republic of China, and another study of long-term impacts of pay gaps experienced by different genders and equity-seeking groups among faculty at Canadian universities.

From September 1 to December 31, 2023, the committee met 18 times. The committee continued its study of the use of federal government research and development grants, funds, and contributions by Canadian universities and research institutions in partnerships with entities connected to the People’s Republic of China. It also continued its study of long-term impacts of pay gaps experienced by different genders and equity-seeking groups among faculty at Canadian universities. Additionally, the committee considered draft reports for the studies of citizen scientists, support for the commercialization of intellectual property, and the Government of Canada’s graduate scholarship and post-doctoral fellowship programs. As a result, the committee’s sixth report, entitled The Role and Contribution of Citizen Scientists, was presented to the House on November 7, the committee’s seventh report, entitled Support for the Commercialization of Intellectual Property was presented on November 21, and the committee’s eighth report, entitled Government of Canada’s Graduate Scholarship and Post-Doctoral Fellowship Programs, was presented on December 12. Furthermore, on November 6, the committee began a study of the Integration of Indigenous traditional knowledge and science in government policy development.

Membership (as of December 31, 2023)

Lloyd Longfield (Chair), Corey Tochor (Vice-Chair), Maxime Blanchette-Joncas (Vice-Chair), Valerie Bradford, Richard Cannings, Lena Metlege Diab, Hon. Helena Jaczek, Hon. David Lametti, Ben Lobb, Hon. Michelle Rempel Garner, Gerald Soroka, Ryan Turnbull

Expenditures (April 1 to December 31, 2023)

For general information on the following table, see the “Note to Reader—Expenditures.”

Meetings, Witnesses, Briefs and Reports (April 1 to December 31, 2023)

For general information on the following table, see the “Note to Reader—Meetings, Witnesses, Briefs and Reports.”

Standing Committee on the Status of Women (FEWO)

Mandate

The Standing Committee on the Status of Women studies the policies, programs, expenditures and legislation of departments and agencies, including the Department for Women and Gender Equality, that conduct work related to the status of women.

Summary of Committee Activity

During the period of April 1 to August 31, 2023, the committee held 17 meetings. The committee continued its study of human trafficking of women, girls and gender diverse people, hearing from a total of 55 witnesses on the matter and receiving 57 briefs. As part of this study, the committee travelled to Vancouver, British Columbia; Mississauga, Ontario; Brampton, Ontario; Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, Halifax, Nova Scotia; and Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, to meet with community organizations, government representatives and other individuals to gain a greater understanding of the issues and the programs, services and resources available to women, girls and gender diverse people in Canada who are affected by human trafficking for the purpose of sexual exploitation. During this period, the committee also completed its study of women and girls in sport and presented its seventh report, entitled Time to Listen to Survivors: Taking Action Towards Creating a Safe Sport Environment for all Athletes in Canada, to the House on June 14. In addition, the committee undertook studies of the Main Estimates 2023–24 and menstrual equity in Canada.

From September 1 to December 31, 2023, the committee held 16 meetings. The committee continued its study of human trafficking of women, girls and gender diverse people. During this period, the committee also completed its study of menstrual equity in Canada and presented its eighth report to the House on November 7, entitled Let's Talk About it, Period: Achieving Menstrual Equity in Canada. On November 9, the committee held an informal meeting with a delegation from the European Union to discuss gender budgeting. Furthermore, the committee presented recommendations to the Standing Committee on Finance as part of the pre-budget consultations in advance of the 2024 budget. In addition, the committee undertook studies of women’s economic empowerment, as well as the subject matter of Supplementary Estimates (B), 2023-24. Finally, the committee considered Bill S‑205, An Act to amend the Criminal Code and to make consequential amendments to another Act.

Membership (as of December 31, 2023)

Karen Vecchio (Chair), Sonia Sidhu (Vice-Chair), Andréanne Larouche (Vice-Chair), Michelle Ferreri, Leah Gazan, Lisa Hepfner, Emmanuella Lambropoulos, Anna Roberts, Marc G. Serré, Anita Vandenbeld, Dominique Vien

Expenditures (April 1 to December 31, 2023)

For general information on the following table, see the “Note to Reader—Expenditures.”

Travel Expenditures (April 1 to December 31, 2023)

For general information on the following table, see the “Note to Reader—Travel Expenditures.”

Meetings, Witnesses, Briefs and Reports (April 1 to December 31, 2023)

For general information on the following table, see the “Note to Reader—Meetings, Witnesses, Briefs and Reports.”

Standing Committee on Transport, Infrastructure and Communities (TRAN)

Mandate

The Standing Committee on Transport, Infrastructure and Communities primarily studies the legislation, policies and programs, and other issues of national importance related to transportation, infrastructure, and Canadian cities and communities, as well as the operations of Transport Canada and Infrastructure Canada.

Summary of Committee Activity

During the period of April 1 to August 31, 2023, the committee held 14 meetings. The committee began its study of the role of McKinsey & Company in the creation and the beginnings of the Canada Infrastructure Bank. The committee held two meetings to study the Main Estimates 2023–24, as well as the Supplementary Estimates (C) 2022–23. Furthermore, the committee commenced a study on adapting infrastructure to face climate change and heard from 26 witnesses in four meetings. The committee presented its 10th report, entitled Strengthening Air Passenger Rights in Canada, on April 18, after holding ten meetings and hearing from 40 witnesses on the subject. The committee also presented three additional reports: its 11th report, on the impact of commercial shipping on shoreline erosion; its 12th report, on the Main Estimates 2023–24; and its 13th report, entitled Improving Bus Connectivity in Canada.

From September 1 to December 31, 2023, the committee held 21 meetings. It initiated a study on projects of high-frequency rail between Quebec City and Toronto, between Calgary and Banff, and between Calgary and Edmonton. The committee also continued its study on adapting infrastructure to face climate change and presented its 15th report, entitled Building a More Climate Resilient Canada, on November 1. In addition, the committee devoted 14 meetings to Bill C-33, An Act to amend the Customs Act, the Railway Safety Act, the Transportation of Dangerous Goods Act, 1992, the Marine Transportation Security Act, the Canada Transportation Act and the Canada Marine Act and to make a consequential amendment to another Act. Finally, the committee hosted a delegation from the United Kingdom at an informal meeting on October 16.

Membership (as of December 31, 2023)

Peter Schiefke (Chair), Mark Strahl (Vice-Chair), Xavier Barsalou-Duval (Vice-Chair), Taylor Bachrach, Vance Badawey, Angelo Iacono, Annie Koutrakis, Chris Lewis, Leslyn Lewis, Hon. Joyce Murray, Dan Muys, Churence Rogers

Expenditures (April 1 to December 31, 2023)

For general information on the following table, see the “Note to Reader—Expenditures.”

Meetings, Witnesses, Briefs and Reports (April 1 to December 31, 2023)

For general information on the following table, see the “Note to Reader—Meetings, Witnesses, Briefs and Reports.”

Standing Committee on Veterans Affairs (ACVA)

Mandate

The Standing Committee on Veterans Affairs examines all matters relating to the mandate, management and operation of the Department of Veterans Affairs and of the Veterans Review and Appeal Board.

Summary of Committee Activity

Between April 1 and August 31, 2023, the committee held a total of 15 meetings and presented one report. The committee continued its study on the experience of women veterans. It completed its study of the impact of the rehabilitation contract on the role of the case manager and quality of service, and presented its report to the House on June 14. The committee also commenced its study of the backlog at the Veterans Review and Appeal Board.

Between September 1 and December 31, 2023, the committee held a total of 18 meetings and presented two reports. The committee continued its study of experience of women veterans. It also completed its study of the national strategy for veterans’ employment after service, presenting a report to the House on October 26. Furthermore, the committee commenced its study on the national monument to Canada’s mission in Afghanistan and studied the subject matter of Supplementary Estimates (B), 2023-24. Finally, the committee held a briefing with the Minister of Veterans Affairs and departmental officials, and a briefing on trauma-informed practices.

Membership (as of December 31, 2023)

Emmanuel Dubourg (Chair), Blake Richards (Vice-Chair), Luc Desilets (Vice-Chair), Hon. Carolyn Bennett, Rachel Blaney, Sean Casey, Terry Dowdall, Bryan May, Wilson Miao, Randeep Sarai, Fraser Tolmie, Cathay Wagantall

Expenditures (April 1 to December 31, 2023)

For general information on the following table, see the “Note to Reader—Expenditures.”

Meetings, Witnesses, Briefs and Reports (April 1 to December 31, 2023)

For general information on the following table, see the “Note to Reader—Meetings, Witnesses, Briefs and Reports.”

Liaison Committee (LIAI)

Mandate

The Liaison Committee deliberates on administrative matters relating to the standing committee system. The main responsibility of the Liaison Committee is to apportion funds to standing committees from the money allocated for that purpose by the Board of Internal Economy.

Summary of Committee Activity

During the period of April 1 to August 31, 2023, the committee met once. It adopted its sixth report, entitled Committee Activities and Expenditures—April 1, 2022—March 31, 2023, which was presented to the House on June 13.

During the same period, the Subcommittee on Committee Budgets (SBLI) held two meetings to consider travel proposals and budgets.

During the period of September 1 to December 31, 2023, the committee met once. It adopted its seventh report, entitled Committee Activities and Expenditures – April 1, 2023 – August 31, 2023, which was presented to the House on November 1.

During the same period, the Subcommittee on Committee Budgets (SBLI) held three meetings to consider travel proposals and budgets, as well as to discuss subcommittee business.

Membership of LIAI (as of December 31, 2023)

Hon. Judy A. Sgro (Chair), Karen Vecchio (Vice-Chair), Dan Albas, John Aldag, René Arseneault, Kody Blois, John Brassard, Sean Casey, Hon. Bardish Chagger, George Chahal, Sukh Dhaliwal, Lena Metlege Diab, Emmanuel Dubourg, Ali Ehsassi, Peter Fonseca, Hon. Hedy Fry, Angelo Iacono, Joël Lightbound, Lloyd Longfield, Heath MacDonald, Kelly McCauley, Ken McDonald, Hon. John McKay, Robert J. Morrissey, Francis Scarpaleggia, Peter Schiefke, John Williamson

Membership of SBLI (as of December 31, 2023)

Hon. Judy A. Sgro (Chair), Karen Vecchio (Vice-Chair), John Brassard, Peter Fonseca, Robert J. Morrissey, Francis Scarpaleggia

Expenditures (April 1 to December 31, 2023)

For general information on the following table, see the “Note to Reader—Expenditures.”

Meetings, Witnesses, Briefs and Reports (April 1 to December 31, 2023)

For general information on the following table, see the “Note to Reader—Meetings, Witnesses, Briefs and Reports.”