Martin Shields at the Canadian Heritage Committee

On March 22nd, 2021. See this statement in context.

March 22nd, 2021 / 12:30 p.m.

Conservative

Martin Shields Conservative Bow River, AB

I only have so much time; thank you. You've asked for it.

Unifor, you're also asking for taxpayers' money and support. You have 80% of federal advertising dollars now going to foreign giants, and you're looking for more taxpayers' money to support local news. Now, advertising supports local news. Why aren't you advocating for the federal taxpayers' money to be spent in local advertising?

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