House of Commons Debates – December 11, 1980

1st Session—32nd Parliament

The Speaker tables the Auditor General’s report to the House of Commons. Inquiries about high interest rates dominate Question Period. The Speaker announces a vacancy in the riding of Cardigan. Bill C-50 is introduced. Marc Lalonde (Minister of Energy, Mines and Resources) introduces second reading of Bill C-48, measures concerning oil and gas interests; Michael Wilson, Ian Waddell, Raymond Savard (Parliamentary Secretary to Minister of Public Works), Tom McMillan, Yves Demers, and Dave Nickerson speak. Members are called to the Senate to witness the royal assent of Bill S-13, Bill S-14, Bill C-47, and Bill C-49.