Here we go with today's briefing. The PM explains he was late because he needed to call all three opposition leaders as he can't be in the House himself this afternoon #COVID19 #coronavirus #Cdnpoli
PM Trudeau promises to protect and uphold democratic value and institutions while speed is essential. This is a direct reference to the criticism of the govt for proposing powers for the Finance Minister that would have circumvented Parliament #COVID19 #coronavirus #Cdnpoli
PM Trudeau says a number of flights are still planned to help repatriate stranded Canadians #COVID19 #coronavirus #Cdnpoli
PM Trudeau says we don't know how long restrictions will last but decisions we take today will determine how long they need to be in place. If everyone does their part it will help #COVID19 #coronavirus #Cdnpoli
Go home and stay there or we will put much more stringent measures in place - PM Trudeau #COVID19 #coronavirus #Cdnpoli
"The federal Emergencies Act is a last resort, but as I keep saying all options are on the table... if people do not comply we will have to take additional steps" PM Trudeau #COVID19 #coronavirus #Cdnpoli
PM is asked why not give every tax filer a cheque now - with nearly a million people filing for EI and processing times can be slow - how fast can they expect their cheque? #COVID19 #coronavirus #Cdnpoli
PM is asked "why would you bring politics into a pandemic" re: unprecedented powers proposed in bill. PM answers that this is a very unique time, need to be able to move powerfully and quickly but also respect Parliament #COVID19 #coronavirus #Cdnpoli
