Job-creation, the economy and crime are expected to dominate the business of Parliament which has returned this week from its summer recess.
The Harper government’s tough-on-crime agenda is the first piece of major legislation to be introduced in the Commons.
Huron-Bruce MP Ben Lobb says provisions of the bill reflect the call of Canadians on the government to crack down on things like house arrest for offences like arson.
Liberal leader Bob Rae is unimpressed with the omnibus bill tabled by Justice Minister Rob Nicholson on Tuesday.
Rae wonders how the Harper government plans to pay for the measures and whether we’ll be any safer as a result of their passage.
Government House Leader Peter Van Loan says we should expect to see more elements of the Harper government’s 2011 budget put in place.
Lobb says a central part of the budget will make it easier for small business to flourish.
He says a “red-tape commission” has reported to Parliament with recommendations to ensure the survival of small business.
The Conservatives will also be watching global economic developments — especially the shaky situation in parts of Europe.
