Citizenship and Immigration committee  If I were to make one quick recommendation, it would be that you, through your efforts, and your colleagues in Ottawa change the fundamental function of Citizenship and Immigration from a philosophy that keeps out those very few Canada may not want into a philosophy that brings and welcomes the very many whom we do want.

Citizenship and Immigration committee  A huge difference.

Citizenship and Immigration committee  I don't think it should be the Canadian government necessarily that makes the determination of these countries. I think the provinces should. Your constituent is a good example. When people travel to Canada or come to Moose Jaw.... If I were from the Philippines, I would like to have a welcoming community, but I'd also like to have some other Filipinos around, so that when I chose to celebrate my cultural holidays I'd have people with me.

Citizenship and Immigration committee  The bulk of the information and the good news has been presented. I would like to make a couple of comments and just reiterate, perhaps, some important points. One was referenced earlier today, and that's to enhance the structure to welcome families, not just individuals. That is an absolute criterion for our immigrants to be long-term Canadian citizens, should they choose, and more importantly to enhance their time in our country.