The Budget  Mr. Speaker, I would like to thank the constituents of Saskatoon—Rosetown—Biggar for putting their faith in me to represent them as their member of Parliament. I would also like to thank all of those who volunteered last fall, as well as my family members for their ongoing support.

Address in Reply  Mr. Speaker, I would like to point out that our Conservative government has done more for first nations and aboriginals in this country than any other government did.

Address in Reply  Mr. Speaker, over the past six weeks our Prime Minister, our ministers and MPs have participated in prebudget consultations right across the country. It has been the most comprehensive and inclusive prebudget consultation process in Canadian history. The Prime Minister himself has held round tables right across the country.

Address in Reply  Mr. Speaker, the government has listened to Canadians, who are concerned about the worldwide recession and how it is affecting their jobs, their savings and their communities. The government has reached out to Canadians in all regions. The government is putting forth a stimulus package that will be a plan of action.

Address in Reply  Mr. Speaker, these are unprecedented times that need to be taken care of in an unprecedented way. I can reassure the hon. member that Canada will be taking serious, substantial and multi-year action to protect workers, businesses and families during this global recession. The Minister of Finance will provide more detail on our action plan when he introduces a new federal budget in the House tomorrow.

Address in Reply  Mr. Speaker, the throne speech states: Acting on the constructive thoughts and suggestions that have been received, our Government will tomorrow present Canada's economic stimulus plan. The economic stimulus plan will be a plan of action. Our Government is taking immediate action to build Canada through new investment in infrastructure.

Address in Reply  Mr. Speaker, as I am sure the hon. member is aware, it would be inappropriate for me to speculate on specific items within the budget that are to be announced by the Minister of Finance tomorrow. However, I can reassure the member that Canada will be taking serious, substantial and multi-year action to protect workers, businesses and families during this global recession throughout all of Canada.

Address in Reply  Mr. Speaker, these are unprecedented times. The government is listening to Canadians. Canadians were anxious and needed answers to alleviate their concerns regarding our economy. As I am sure the hon. member is aware, it would be inappropriate for me to speculate on specific items within the budget that is to be announced by the Minister of Finance tomorrow, or to reflect back.

Address in Reply  Mr. Speaker, I thank the Governor General for her gracious remarks. I also thank the Prime Minister for offering me the opportunity to second the motion in reply to the Speech from the Throne. I want to thank my colleague from Miramichi for her eloquent opening address and I am delighted and honoured to second her motion.

Opposition Coalition Proposal  Mr. Speaker, I stand today to thank the voters of Saskatoon--Rosetown--Biggar for democratically electing me as their member of Parliament. We all know elections matter. During a campaign, the leaders and the parties draft platforms, debate ideas and seek a real mandate from the public.