"Liberalism built its political order on private property, consecrating it as a natural right, while Communism emerged as liberalism's political rival and historic arch-enemy." Thus it is that land ownership is a defining factor in systems of governance. The socialization of property in 20th century communist regimes such as Soviet Union, China, and Cuba was fundamental in their transition to authoritarianism.

His government says they make policy based off of the best evidence and science. The court record shows otherwise.

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau accused Conservative Party members of standing with those who brandish swastikas and confederate flags. The accusation was made after a question from Conservative MP Melissa Lantsman, who is Jewish. Lantsman quoted the prime minister in 2015, when he said "An optimistic hopeful vision for public life isn't a naïve dream it can be a powerful force for change.

Just one member of his cabinet, Foreign Affairs Minister Marc Garneau, appeared in parliament for the vote. Speaking in the House of Commons, Mr Garneau said he had abstained "on behalf of the government of Canada".