Discussion · Government Orders
Kevin Lamoureux Liberal
“We want to help Canadians, not just keep power. Traditionally, the party with the most seats gets the most seats on committees. I am asking the opposition if they are willing to work with us to pass important bills.”
“Mr. Speaker, it is not about power at all costs. It is, as the Prime Minister has indicated, about delivering for Canadians, building Canada strong for all. That is what we are advocating for. The principle and parliamentary tradition are very clear. Even our Standing Orders state that when a party has a majority of seats in the House, it has a majority of seats in our standing committees. Does the member believe that the opposition can work collaboratively with the government on trying to pass important legislation and on other matters?”
Official Hansard
Mr. Speaker, it is not about power at all costs. It is, as the Prime Minister has indicated, about delivering for Canadians, building Canada strong for all. That is what we are advocating for. The principle and parliamentary tradition are very clear. Even our Standing Orders state that when a party has a majority of seats in the House, it has a majority of seats in our standing committees. Does the member believe that the opposition can work collaboratively with the government on trying to pass important legislation and on other matters?