Proceedings of the Standing Senate Committee on
Rules, Procedures and the Rights of Parliament
Issue 2 - Minutes of Proceedings
OTTAWA, Tuesday, November 2, 2004
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[English]
The Standing Senate Committee on Rules, Procedures and the Rights of Parliament met in camera, at 9:05 a.m., this day, in room 356-S, Centre Block, the Chair, the Honourable David P. Smith, P.C., presiding.
Members of the committee present: The Honourable Senators Andreychuk, Chaput, Cools, Fraser, Furey, Jaffer, Joyal, P.C., Kinsella, LeBreton, Lynch-Staunton, Maheu, Robichaud, P.C., Smith, P.C. and Stratton (14).
Also present: The official reporters of the Senate.
Also in attendance: From the Parliamentary Research Branch, Library of Parliament, James Robertson and Margaret Young.
Pursuant to its mandate under rule 86(1)(f), consideration of a draft report on a Conflict of Interest Code for Senators.
Pursuant to rule 92(2)(f), the meeting was held in camera.
It was agreed to allow staff to remain.
Senator Fraser presented to the committee the draft report on a Conflict of Interest Code for Senators with explanations.
At 11:09 a.m. the committee adjourned to the call of the Chair.
ATTEST:
OTTAWA, Tuesday, November 23, 2004
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[English]
The Standing Senate Committee on Rules, Procedures and the Rights of Parliament met in camera, at 9:36 a.m., this day, in room 356-S, Centre Block, the Chair, the Honourable David P. Smith, P.C., presiding.
Members of the committee present: The Honourable Senators Andreychuk, Austin, P.C., Cools, Corbin, Di Nino, Furey, Joyal, P.C., LeBreton, Maheu, Milne, Robichaud, P.C., Smith, P.C. and Stratton (13).
Also present: The official reporters of the Senate.
Also in attendance: From the Parliamentary Research Branch, Library of Parliament, James Robertson and Margaret Young.
Pursuant to its mandate under rule 86(1)(f), consideration of a draft report on a Conflict of Interest Code for Senators.
Pursuant to rule 92(2)(f), the meeting was held in camera.
It was agreed that staff be permitted to remain.
It was agreed to hold a second briefing on the draft for all senators, after consultation with the whips and independents.
The committee continued its review of the draft report.
At 11:17 a.m. the committee adjourned to the call of the Chair.
ATTEST:
OTTAWA, Wednesday, November 24, 2004
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[English]
The Standing Senate Committee on Rules, Procedures and the Rights of Parliament met in camera, at 12:09 p.m., this day, in room 160-S, Centre Block, the Chair, the Honourable David P. Smith, P.C., presiding.
Members of the committee present: The Honourable Senators Andreychuk, Cools, Di Nino, Fraser, Furey, Joyal, P.C., LeBreton, Maheu, Milne, Robichaud, P.C., Smith, P.C. and Stratton (12).
Other senators present: The Honourable Senator Grafstein (1).
Also present: The official reporters of the Senate.
Also in attendance: From the Parliamentary Research Branch, Library of Parliament, James Robertson and Margaret Young.
Pursuant to its mandate under rule 86(1)(f), consideration of a draft report on a Conflict of Interest Code for Senators.
Pursuant to rule 92(2)(f), the meeting was held in camera.
It was agreed that staff be permitted to remain.
The committee continued its review of the draft report.
It was agreed that the committee request permission to start at 9:00 a.m., Tuesday, November 30, 2004.
At 1:24 p.m. the committee adjourned to the call of the Chair.
ATTEST:
OTTAWA, Tuesday, November 30, 2004
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[English]
The Standing Senate Committee on Rules, Procedures and the Rights of Parliament met in camera, at 9:07 a.m., this day, in room 356-S, Centre Block, the Chair, the Honourable David P. Smith, P.C., presiding.
Members of the committee present: The Honourable Senators Andreychuk, Austin, P.C., Chaput, Di Nino, Fraser, Furey, Joyal, P.C., Kinsella, LeBreton, Milne, Poy, Robichaud, P.C., Rompkey, P.C., Smith, P.C. and Stratton (12).
Other senator present: The Honourable Senator Losier-Cool (1).
Also present: The official reporters of the Senate.
Also in attendance: From the Parliamentary Research Branch, Library of Parliament, James Robertson and Margaret Young.
Pursuant to its mandate under rule 86(1)(f), consideration of a draft report on a Conflict of Interest Code for Senators.
Pursuant to rule 92(2)(f), the meeting was held in camera.
It was agreed that staff temporarily leave the room and that no transcripts be taken.
A discussion on the issues raised at the two special meetings last week was held.
At 10:56 a.m. staff were invited to rejoin the in camera deliberations and transcription be re-commenced.
The Honourable Senator Fraser moved:
That a drafting committee comprised of the Honourable Senators Di Nino, Fraser and Smith be authorized to revise the draft Conflict of Interest Code, in the light of discussions in committee, and the written submissions of senators, and that necessary funds for working meals and refreshments be allocated, as needed.
The question being put on the motion, it was adopted.
At 11:02 a.m. the committee adjourned to the call of the Chair.
ATTEST:
OTTAWA, Wednesday, December 1, 2004
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[English]
The Standing Senate Committee on Rules, Procedures and the Rights of Parliament met in camera, at 12:06 p.m., this day, in room 160-S, Centre Block, the Chair, the Honourable David P. Smith, P.C., presiding.
Members of the committee present: The Honourable Senators Andreychuk, Chaput, Di Nino, Fraser, Joyal, P.C., LeBreton, Lynch-Staunton, Maheu, Milne, Robichaud, P.C., Smith, P.C. and Stratton (12).
Also present: The official reporters of the Senate.
Also in attendance: From the Parliamentary Research Branch, Library of Parliament, James Robertson and Margaret Young.
Pursuant to its mandate under rule 86(1)(f), consideration of a draft report on a Conflict of Interest Code for Senators.
Pursuant to rule 92(2)(f), the meeting was held in camera.
It was agreed to allow staff to remain in the room.
The committee continued its review of the draft report.
It was agreed at 1:04 p.m. that staff temporarily leave the room and that no transcripts be taken.
At 1:25 p.m. the committee adjourned to the call of the Chair.
ATTEST:
OTTAWA, Tuesday, December 7, 2004
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[English]
The Standing Senate Committee on Rules, Procedures and the Rights of Parliament met in camera, at 9:35 a.m., this day, in room 356-S, Centre Block, the Chair, the Honourable David P. Smith, P.C., presiding.
Members of the committee present: The Honourable Senators Andreychuk, Chaput, Cools, Di Nino, Joyal, P.C., LeBreton, Lynch-Staunton, Maheu, Milne, Robichaud, P.C., Smith, P.C. and Stratton (12).
Other senators present: The Honourable Senator Moore (1).
Also present: The official reporters of the Senate.
Also in attendance: From the Parliamentary Research Branch, Library of Parliament, James Robertson and Margaret Young.
Pursuant to its mandate under rule 86(1)(f), consideration of a draft report on a Conflict of Interest Code for Senators.
Pursuant to rule 92(2)(f), the meeting was held in camera.
It was agreed to allow staff to remain in the room.
The committee continued its review of the draft report.
At 11:47 a.m. the committee adjourned to the call of the Chair.
ATTEST:
OTTAWA, Wednesday, December 8, 2004
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[English]
The Standing Senate Committee on Rules, Procedures and the Rights of Parliament met in camera, at 12:14 p.m., this day, in room 160-S, Centre Block, the Chair, the Honourable David P. Smith, P.C., presiding.
Members of the committee present: The Honourable Senators Andreychuk, Chaput, Di Nino, Fraser, Joyal, P.C., Lynch-Staunton, Maheu, Milne, Robichaud, P.C., Smith, P.C. and Stratton (11).
Other senators present: The Honourable Senator Moore (1).
Also present: The official reporters of the Senate.
Also in attendance: From the Parliamentary Research Branch, Library of Parliament, Margaret Young.
Pursuant to its mandate under rule 86(1)(f), consideration of a draft report on a Conflict of Interest Code for Senators.
Pursuant to rule 92(2)(f), the meeting was held in camera.
It was agreed to allow staff to remain in the room.
The committee continued its review of the draft report.
At 1:28 p.m. the committee adjourned to the call of the Chair.
ATTEST:
OTTAWA, Tuesday, December 14, 2004
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[English]
The Standing Senate Committee on Rules, Procedures and the Rights of Parliament met in camera, at 10:04 a.m., this day, in room 356-S, Centre Block, the Chair, the Honourable David P. Smith, P.C., presiding.
Members of the committee present: The Honourable Senators Andreychuk, Joyal, P.C., Maheu, Milne, Robichaud, P.C., Rompkey, P.C. and Smith, P.C. (7).
Also present: The official reporters of the Senate.
Also in attendance: From the Parliamentary Research Branch, Library of Parliament, Margaret Young.
Pursuant to its mandate under rule 86(1)(f), consideration of a draft report on a Conflict of Interest Code for Senators.
Pursuant to rule 92(2)(f), the meeting was held in camera.
It was agreed to allow staff to remain in the room.
The committee continued its review of the draft report.
At 10:54 a.m. the committee adjourned to the call of the Chair.
ATTEST:
OTTAWA, Tuesday, February 8, 2005
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[English]
The Standing Senate Committee on Rules, Procedures and the Rights of Parliament met in camera, at 9:03 a.m., this day, in room 356-S, Centre Block, the Chair, the Honourable David P. Smith, P.C., presiding.
Members of the committee present: The Honourable Senators Chaput, Di Nino, Fraser, Furey, Jaffer, Joyal, P.C., LeBreton, Lynch-Staunton, Maheu, Milne, Robichaud, P.C., Smith, P.C. and Stratton (13).
Also present: The official reporters of the Senate.
Also in attendance: From the Parliamentary Research Branch, Library of Parliament, Margaret Young.
Pursuant to its mandate under rule 86(1)(f), consideration of a draft report on a Conflict of Interest Code for Senators.
Pursuant to rule 92(2)(f), the meeting was held in camera.
It was agreed to allow staff to remain in the room.
The Chair made introductory remarks, presenting a draft report from the drafting committee on a Conflict of Interest Code for Senators.
Senator Fraser made a detailed presentation on the draft.
A discussion of the draft followed.
It was agreed that the Clerk of the Committee consult the Procedural Team with an eye towards any procedural elements that may need to be considered.
It was agreed to continue consideration of the draft code at the next meeting of the committee.
It was agreed to consult the respective party whips to identify the earliest opportunity for a confidential briefing opportunity for all senators.
At 11:01 a.m. the committee adjourned to the call of the Chair.
ATTEST:
OTTAWA, Wednesday, February 9, 2005
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[English]
The Standing Senate Committee on Rules, Procedures and the Rights of Parliament met in camera, at 12:18 p.m., this day, in room 160-S, Centre Block, the Chair, the Honourable David P. Smith, P.C., presiding.
Members of the committee present: The Honourable Senators Chaput, DiNino, Fraser, Furey, Jaffer, Joyal, P.C., LeBreton, Lynch-Staunton, Maheu, Milne, Robichaud, P.C., Smith, P.C. and Stratton (13).
Other senators present: The Honourable Senators Corbin and Grafstein (2).
Also present: The official reporters of the Senate.
Also in attendance: From the Parliamentary Research Branch, Library of Parliament, Margaret Young and Megan Furi.
Pursuant to its mandate under rule 86(1)(f), consideration of a draft report on a Conflict of Interest Code for Senators.
Pursuant to rule 92(2)(f), the meeting was held in camera.
It was agreed to allow staff to remain in the room.
The committee continued its review of the draft report.
At 1:30 p.m. the committee adjourned to the call of the Chair.
ATTEST:
OTTAWA, Tuesday, February 15, 2005
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[English]
The Standing Senate Committee on Rules, Procedures and the Rights of Parliament met in camera, at 9:06 a.m. this day, in room 356-S, Centre Block, the Chair, the Honourable David P. Smith, P.C., presiding.
Members of the committee present: The Honourable Senators Andreychuk, Chaput, Di Nino, Fraser, Furey, Jaffer, Joyal, P.C., Lynch-Staunton, Maheu, Milne, Robichaud, P.C., Smith, P.C. and Stratton (13).
Other senator present: The Honourable Senator Grafstein (1).
Also present: The official reporters of the Senate.
Also in attendance: From the Parliamentary Research Branch, Library of Parliament, Margaret Young and Megan Furi.
Pursuant to its mandate under rule 86(1)(f), consideration of a draft report on a Conflict of Interest Code for Senators.
Pursuant to rule 92(2)(f), the meeting was held in camera.
It was agreed to allow staff to remain in the room.
The committee continued its review of the draft report.
At 11:09 a.m. the committee adjourned to the call of the Chair.
ATTEST:
OTTAWA, Wednesday, February 16, 2005
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[English]
The Standing Senate Committee on Rules, Procedures and the Rights of Parliament met in camera, at 12:15 p.m. this day, in room 160-S, Centre Block, the Chair, the Honourable David P. Smith, P.C., presiding.
Members of the committee present: The Honourable Senators Andreychuk, Chaput, Di Nino, Fraser, Furey, Jaffer, Joyal, P.C., LeBreton, Maheu, Milne, Robichaud, P.C., Smith, P.C. and Stratton (14).
Other senators present: The Honourable Senators Corbin, Fitzpatrick and Losier-Cool (3).
Also present: The official reporters of the Senate.
Also in attendance: From the Parliamentary Research Branch, Library of Parliament, Margaret Young and Megan Furi, Mark Audcent, Law Clerk and Parliamentary Counsel.
Pursuant to its mandate under rule 86(1)(f), consideration of a draft report on a Conflict of Interest Code for Senators.
Pursuant to rule 92(2)(f), the meeting was held in camera.
It was agreed to allow staff to remain in the room.
The committee continued its review of the draft report.
At 1:30 p.m. the committee adjourned to the call of the Chair.
ATTEST:
OTTAWA, Tuesday, February 22, 2005
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[English]
The Standing Senate Committee on Rules, Procedures and the Rights of Parliament met in camera, at 9:05 a.m. this day, in room 356-S, Centre Block, the Chair, the Honourable David P. Smith, P.C., presiding.
Members of the committee present: The Honourable Senators Andreychuk, Chaput, Jaffer, Joyal, P.C., LeBreton, Milne, Robichaud, P.C. and Smith, P.C. (8).
Also present: The official reporters of the Senate.
Also in attendance: From the Parliamentary Research Branch, Library of Parliament, Margaret Young and Megan Furi, Mark Audcent, Law Clerk and Parliamentary Counsel.
Pursuant to its mandate under rule 86(1)(f), consideration of a draft report on a Conflict of Interest Code for Senators.
Pursuant to rule 92(2)(f), the meeting was held in camera.
It was agreed to allow staff to remain in the room.
The committee continued its review of the draft report.
At 11:14 a.m. the committee adjourned to the call of the Chair.
ATTEST:
OTTAWA, Wednesday, February 23, 2005
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[English]
The Standing Senate Committee on Rules, Procedures and the Rights of Parliament met in camera, at 12:15 p.m. this day, in room 160-S, Centre Block, the Chair, the Honourable David P. Smith, P.C., presiding.
Members of the committee present: The Honourable Senators Andreychuk, Chaput, Cools, Fraser, Jaffer, Joyal, P.C., Milne, Robichaud, P.C., Smith, P.C. and Stratton (10).
Other senators present: The Honourable Senators Bryden and Corbin (2).
Also present: The official reporters of the Senate.
Also in attendance: From the Parliamentary Research Branch, Library of Parliament, Margaret Young and Megan Furi, Mark Audcent, Law Clerk and Parliamentary Counsel.
Pursuant to its mandate under rule 86(1)(f), consideration of a draft report on a Conflict of Interest Code for Senators.
Pursuant to rule 92(2)(f), the meeting was held in camera.
It was agreed to allow staff to remain in the room.
The Committee considered the following draft budget application for its legislative work for the financial year ending March 31, 2006:
| Professional and Other Services | $ 14,400 |
| Transport and Communications | $ 0 |
| All Other Expenditures | $ 0 |
| Total: | $ 14,400 |
After debate, the Honourable Senator Fraser moved:
That the Committee adopt the draft budget application for submission to the Standing Committee on Internal Economy, Budgets, and Administration.
The question being put on the motion, it was adopted.
The committee continued its review of the draft report.
At 1:30 p.m. the committee adjourned to the call of the Chair.
ATTEST:
OTTAWA, Tuesday, March 8, 2005
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[English]
The Standing Senate Committee on Rules, Procedures and the Rights of Parliament met in camera, at 9:08 a.m. this day, in room 356-S, Centre Block, the Chair, the Honourable David P. Smith, P.C., presiding.
Members of the committee present: The Honourable Senators Andreychuk, Di Nino, Furey, Jaffer, Joyal, P.C., Lynch-Staunton, Robichaud, P.C., Smith, P.C. and Stratton (9).
Also present: The official reporters of the Senate.
Also in attendance: From the Parliamentary Research Branch, Library of Parliament, Margaret Young and Megan Furi, Mark Audcent, Law Clerk and Parliamentary Counsel.
Pursuant to its mandate under rule 86(1)(f), consideration of a draft report on a Conflict of Interest Code for Senators.
Pursuant to rule 92(2)(f), the meeting was held in camera.
It was agreed to allow staff to remain in the room.
The committee continued its review of the draft report.
At 11:28 a.m. the committee adjourned to the call of the Chair.
ATTEST:
OTTAWA, Wednesday, March 9, 2005
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[English]
The Standing Senate Committee on Rules, Procedures and the Rights of Parliament met in camera, at 12:20 p.m. this day, in room 160-S, Centre Block, the Chair, the Honourable David P. Smith, P.C., presiding.
Members of the committee present: The Honourable Senators Andreychuk, Austin, Chaput, Di Nino, Fraser, Furey, Jaffer, Joyal, P.C., Kinsella, Lynch-Staunton, Robichaud, P.C., Smith, P.C. and Stratton (13).
Other senators present: The Honourable Senators Corbin and Grafstein (2).
Also present: The official reporters of the Senate.
Also in attendance: From the Parliamentary Research Branch, Library of Parliament, Margaret Young and Megan Furi, Mark Audcent, Law Clerk and Parliamentary Counsel, Charles Robert, Principal Clerk, Procedure Office.
Pursuant to its mandate under rule 86(1)(f), consideration of a draft report on a Conflict of Interest Code for Senators.
Pursuant to rule 92(2)(f), the meeting was held in camera.
It was agreed to allow staff to remain in the room.
The committee continued its review of the draft report.
At 1:30 p.m. the committee adjourned to the call of the Chair.
ATTEST:
Blair Armitage
Clerk of the Committee
OTTAWA, Tuesday, March 22, 2005
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[English]
The Standing Senate Committee on Rules, Procedures and the Rights of Parliament met in camera, at 9:05 a.m. this day, in room 356-S, Centre Block, the Chair, the Honourable David P. Smith, P.C., presiding.
Members of the committee present: The Honourable Senators Andreychuk, Di Nino, Furey, Joyal, P.C., LeBreton, Milne, Pearson, Robichaud, P.C., Smith, P.C. and Stratton (10).
Also present: The official reporters of the Senate.
Also in attendance: From the Parliamentary Research Branch, Library of Parliament, Margaret Young and Megan Furi, Mark Audcent, Law Clerk and Parliamentary Counsel.
Pursuant to its mandate under rule 86(1)(f), consideration of a draft report on a Conflict of Interest Code for Senators.
Pursuant to rule 92(2)(f), the meeting was held in camera.
It was agreed to allow staff to remain in the room.
The committee continued its review of the draft report.
At 11:10 a.m. the committee adjourned to the call of the Chair.
ATTEST:
OTTAWA, Wednesday, March 23, 2005
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[English]
The Standing Senate Committee on Rules, Procedures and the Rights of Parliament met in camera, at 12:10 p.m. this day, in room 160-S, Centre Block, the Chair, the Honourable David P. Smith, P.C., presiding.
Members of the committee present: The Honourable Senators Andreychuk, Austin, Chaput, Di Nino, Fraser, Furey, LeBreton, Pearson, Robichaud, P.C. and Smith, P.C.(10).
Other senator present: The Honourable Senator Corbin (1).
Also present: The official reporters of the Senate.
Also in attendance: From the Parliamentary Research Branch, Library of Parliament, Margaret Young and Megan Furi, Mark Audcent, Law Clerk and Parliamentary Counsel.
Pursuant to its mandate under rule 86(1)(f), consideration of a draft report on a Conflict of Interest Code for Senators.
Pursuant to rule 92(2)(f), the meeting was held in camera.
It was agreed to allow staff to remain in the room.
The committee continued its review of the draft report.
At 1:30 p.m. the committee adjourned to the call of the Chair.
ATTEST:
Charles Robert
Acting Clerk of the Committee
OTTAWA, Tuesday, April 12, 2005
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[English]
The Standing Senate Committee on Rules, Procedures and the Rights of Parliament met in camera, at 9:10 a.m. this day, in room 356-S, Centre Block, the Chair, the Honourable David P. Smith, P.C., presiding.
Members of the committee present: The Honourable Senators Andreychuk, Chaput, Di Nino, Furey, Joyal, P.C., Maheu, Milne, Robichaud, P.C., Smith, P.C. and Stratton (10).
Also present: The official reporters of the Senate.
Also in attendance: From the Parliamentary Research Branch, Library of Parliament, Margaret Young and Megan Furi, Mark Audcent, Law Clerk and Parliamentary Counsel.
Pursuant to its mandate under rule 86(1)(f), consideration of a draft report on a Conflict of Interest Code for Senators.
Pursuant to rule 92(2)(f), the meeting was held in camera.
It was agreed to allow staff to remain in the room.
The committee continued its review of the draft report.
At 11:00 a.m. the committee adjourned to the call of the Chair.
ATTEST:
OTTAWA, Wednesday, April 13, 2005
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[English]
The Standing Senate Committee on Rules, Procedures and the Rights of Parliament met in camera, at 12:20 p.m. this day, in room 160-S, Centre Block, the Chair, the Honourable David P. Smith, P.C., presiding.
Members of the committee present: The Honourable Senators Andreychuk, Chaput, Cools, Di Nino, Fraser, Furey, Joyal, P.C., Kinsella, Lebreton, Lynch-Staunton, Maheu, Milne, Robichaud, P.C., Smith, P.C. and Stratton (15).
Other senators present: The Honourable Senators Corbin, Fitzpatrick and Merchant (3).
Also present: The official reporters of the Senate.
Also in attendance: From the Parliamentary Research Branch, Library of Parliament, Margaret Young and Megan Furi, Mark Audcent, Law Clerk and Parliamentary Counsel.
Pursuant to its mandate under rule 86(1)(f), consideration of a draft report on a Conflict of Interest Code for Senators.
Pursuant to rule 92(2)(f), the meeting was held in camera.
It was agreed to allow staff to remain in the room.
The committee continued its review of the draft report.
At 1:30 p.m. the committee adjourned to the call of the Chair.
ATTEST:
OTTAWA, Tuesday, April 19, 2005
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[English]
The Standing Senate Committee on Rules, Procedures and the Rights of Parliament met in camera, at 9:07 a.m. this day, in room 356-S, Centre Block, the Chair, the Honourable David P. Smith, P.C., presiding.
Members of the committee present: The Honourable Senators Andreychuk, Austin, P.C., Chaput, Di Nino, Furey, Jaffer, Joyal, P.C., LeBreton, Maheu, Milne, Robichaud, P.C., Smith, P.C. and Stratton (13).
Other senators present: The Honourable Senator Moore (1).
Also present: The official reporters of the Senate.
Also in attendance: From the Parliamentary Research Branch, Library of Parliament, Margaret Young and Megan Furi, Mark Audcent, Law Clerk and Parliamentary Counsel.
Pursuant to its mandate under rule 86(1)(f), consideration of a draft report on a Conflict of Interest Code for Senators.
Pursuant to rule 92(2)(f), the meeting was held in camera.
It was agreed to allow staff to remain in the room.
The committee continued its review of the draft report.
It was agreed that, if the draft is approved at the Wednesday meeting, the report will be tabled Thursday. If the report is not adopted, a revised confidential draft will be circulated for the information of all senators.
At 11:47 a.m. the committee adjourned to the call of the Chair.
ATTEST:
OTTAWA, Wednesday, April 20, 2005
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[English]
The Standing Senate Committee on Rules, Procedures and the Rights of Parliament met in camera, at 12:18 p.m. this day, in room 160-S, Centre Block, the Chair, the Honourable David P. Smith, P.C., presiding.
Members of the committee present: The Honourable Senators Austin, Carstairs, Chaput, Comeau, Cools, Di Nino, Furey, Joyal, P.C., Lebreton, Maheu, Milne, Robichaud, P.C., Smith, P.C. and Stratton (14).
Other senators present: The Honourable Senators Corbin, Grafstein, Losier-Cool and Moore (4).
Also present: The official reporters of the Senate.
Also in attendance: Deputy Clerk, Gary O'Brien, Charles Robert, Principal Clerk, Procedure Office, from the Parliamentary Research Branch, Library of Parliament, Margaret Young and Megan Furi, Mark Audcent, Law Clerk and Parliamentary Counsel.
Pursuant to its mandate under rule 86(1)(f), consideration of a draft report on a Conflict of Interest Code for Senators.
Pursuant to rule 92(2)(f), the meeting was held in camera.
It was agreed to allow staff to remain in the room.
The committee continued its review of the draft report.
Dr. O'Brien explained a draft of rule changes to the Rules of the Senate consequential to the Conflict of Interest Code for Senators.
It was agreed to distribute the draft code to offices of senators on a confidential and expedited basis.
At 1:30 p.m. the committee adjourned to the call of the Chair.
ATTEST:
OTTAWA, Tuesday, May 3, 2005
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[English]
The Standing Senate Committee on Rules, Procedures and the Rights of Parliament met in camera, at 9:04 a.m. this day, in room 356-S, Centre Block, the Chair, the Honourable David P. Smith, P.C., presiding.
Members of the committee present: The Honourable Senators Andreychuk, Austin, P.C. Carstairs, Di Nino, Furey, Jaffer, Joyal, P.C., Kinsella, Maheu, Milne, Robichaud, P.C., Smith, P.C. and Stratton (15).
Other senator present: The Honourable Senator Moore (1).
Also present: The official reporters of the Senate.
Also in attendance: Deputy Clerk, Gary O'Brien, Charles Robert, Principal Clerk, Procedure Office, from the Parliamentary Research Branch, Library of Parliament, Margaret Young and Megan Furi, Mark Audcent, Law Clerk and Parliamentary Counsel.
Pursuant to its mandate under rule 86(1)(f), consideration of a draft report on a Conflict of Interest Code for Senators.
Pursuant to rule 92(2)(f), the meeting was held in camera.
It was agreed to allow staff to remain in the room.
The committee continued its review of the draft report.
At 11:23 a.m. the committee adjourned to the call of the Chair.
ATTEST:
OTTAWA, Wednesday, May 4, 2005
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[English]
The Standing Senate Committee on Rules, Procedures and the Rights of Parliament met in camera, at 12:16 p.m. this day, in room 160-S, Centre Block, the Chair, the Honourable David P. Smith, P.C., presiding.
Members of the committee present: The Honourable Senators Andreychuk, Chaput, Cools, Di Nino, Fraser, Furey, Jaffer, Joyal, P.C., LeBreton, Maheu, Milne, Mitchell, Robichaud, P.C., Smith, P.C. and Stratton (15).
Other senators present: The Honourable Senators Carstairs, Fitzpatrick and Moore (3).
Also present: The official reporters of the Senate.
Also in attendance: Deputy Clerk, Gary O'Brien, Charles Robert, Principal Clerk, Procedure Office, from the Parliamentary Research Branch, Library of Parliament, Margaret Young and Megan Furi, Mark Audcent, Law Clerk and Parliamentary Counsel.
Pursuant to its mandate under rule 86(1)(f), consideration of a draft report on a Conflict of Interest Code for Senators.
Pursuant to rule 92(2)(f), the meeting was held in camera.
It was agreed to allow staff to remain in the room.
The committee continued its review of the draft report.
It was agreed to distribute the latest draft to all senators.
At 1:30 p.m. the committee adjourned to the call of the Chair.
ATTEST:
OTTAWA, Tuesday, May 10, 2005
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[English]
The Standing Senate Committee on Rules, Procedures and the Rights of Parliament met in camera, at 9:06 a.m. this day, in room 356-S, Centre Block, the Chair, the Honourable David P. Smith, P.C., presiding.
Members of the committee present: The Honourable Senators Andreychuk, Austin, Di Nino, Furey, Joyal, P.C., LeBreton, Maheu, Milne, Robichaud, P.C., Smith, P.C. and Stratton (11).
Other senators present: The Honourable Senators Banks, Carstairs and Moore (3).
Also present: The official reporters of the Senate.
Also in attendance: Deputy Clerk, Gary O'Brien, Charles Robert, Principal Clerk, Procedure Office, from the Parliamentary Research Branch, Library of Parliament, Margaret Young and Megan Furi, Mark Audcent, Law Clerk and Parliamentary Counsel.
Pursuant to its mandate under rule 86(1)(f), consideration of a draft report on a Conflict of Interest Code for Senators.
Pursuant to rule 92(2)(f), the meeting was held in camera.
It was agreed to allow staff to remain in the room.
The committee continued its review of the draft report.
At 11:20 a.m. the committee adjourned to the call of the Chair.
ATTEST:
OTTAWA, Wednesday, May 11, 2005
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[English]
The Standing Senate Committee on Rules, Procedures and the Rights of Parliament met in camera, at 12:09 p.m. this day, in room 160-S, Centre Block, the Chair, the Honourable David P. Smith, P.C., presiding.
Members of the committee present: The Honourable Senators Austin, Chaput, Di Nino, Fraser, Jaffer, Joyal, P.C., LeBreton, Maheu, Milne, Robichaud, P.C., Smith, P.C. and Stratton (12).
Other senators present: The Honourable Senator Moore (1).
Also present: The official reporters of the Senate.
Also in attendance: From the Parliamentary Research Branch, Library of Parliament, Margaret Young, Mark Audcent, Law Clerk and Parliamentary Counsel and Charles Robert, Principal Clerk, Procedure Office.
Pursuant to its mandate under rule 86(1)(f), consideration of a draft report on a Conflict of Interest Code for Senators.
Pursuant to rule 92(2)(f), the meeting was held in camera.
It was agreed to allow staff to remain in the room.
The committee continued its review of the draft report.
Senators Fraser and Di Nino moved, that the Chair table the report, as amended.
At 1:13 p.m. the committee adjourned to the call of the Chair.
ATTEST:
Blair Armitage
Clerk of the Committee