A bill to establish a legislative framework for space launch activities in Canada, including regulation, liability, and emergency authorities. During discussion, some members focused on the bill's lack of specificity and potential for broad regulatory discretion, while others discussed its potential economic impact and the government's past failures to invest in certain sectors.
“I want Canada to have its own space launch program. It will create jobs and keep investment in Canada. We can't fall behind other countries. This bill is important for our economy and security. Let's pass it quickly.”
“You're bringing up problems that don't exist. This bill just lays out the general rules. We'll figure out the details later. Don't worry, the government will make sure everything is safe and secure. Trust us, we've got this under control.”
“I want to reassure you that this bill will keep everything safe. We're making special rules to protect communities during space launches. The normal transportation laws aren't the right fit here. But don't worry, we had the space industry help us write this bill so it will be good.”
“A year ago we elected a new Prime Minister. He wants to make Canada secure and strong and healthy. Now we have this space bill. Space launches could make lots of jobs. Other countries can launch, so we should be able to launch too. The Prime Minister wants good jobs and opportunities. This space bill fits with that. It will help the Prime Minister's agenda.”
“Exactly. The space bill will create jobs for Canadians and make our country strong. We're really good at making satellites and space technology. Now we should launch our own assets into space so we control everything end to end.”
“I want the government to control space launches in Canada. We will make companies buy insurance. The government will decide if it's enough. The Minister of Transport already controls a lot. Safety is our excuse to control more things.”
“The opposition loves conspiracy theories. This space program will bring 16,000 jobs and $300 million to Nova Scotia. It will be done by 2028. The Premier of Nova Scotia says it's good.”
“The member should think bigger. A Winnipeg company makes satellites. Having our own launch pads would be good for Canada and good for business. I want the Conservatives to commit today to supporting launch pads.”
“I say this bill creates jobs in Quebec and Manitoba. I want the member to agree there are benefits. I am really asking him to cheer for our space industry framework.”
“I want to call what the last person said 'an ambitious goal' and promise that the government will make it real as soon as 2028 if you pass our bill. I want to say out loud that this bill will help the country reach that goal. I want to cheer for our bill and ask other parties to say how fast they will pass it.”
“I am happy to talk about this bill. The space industry could be good for Canada. It could make a lot of money. The military might use it too. The Prime Minister wants this. We should pass this bill. Let's work together and maybe change the bill a little. I hope more people will support this.”
“You say there is a security gap. I don't care. I want this bill to pass so Canada can launch rockets. Why are you so negative? Stop finding problems. The Conservatives should help pass this bill instead of attacking it.”
“I want this bill to pass. It gives the government a broad framework. That's good enough for now. We can change it more in committee, but the details don't matter much. The most important thing is to pass something quickly so the government can say Canada launched something by 2028.”
“I'm filling time by listing every province that wants space industry money. I want the government to spend money in Waterloo. Something about universities, but I'm not asking anything specific.”
“Manitoba, Quebec, Ontario... I'm just listing provinces with space industry again to fill time. Something about universities and smart people, but my real point is: we need to pass this bill!”
“I like that a Canadian went to space recently. I want the private space sector to do more so government doesn't have to. My voters want me to say nice things about this in Parliament.”
