As regards clause 4, Canada needs a national approach with the active participation of the provinces and territories, in order to meet the challenge of reducing greenhouse gas emissions and atmosphere pollution. That is why our government has listened to the provinces and has invested in public infrastructure and mass transit programs. That had to be done, because it's a good policy.
The federal government cannot be the only leader when it comes to lowering greenhouse gas emissions. All levels of government, including the municipalities, have to be rowing in the same direction. A national approach with short- and long-term targets will benefit Canadians and the economy. Our government has put forward a plan which will result in real reductions in greenhouse gas emissions and less air pollution. We have to work on developing that plan in order for the provinces, the territories, the industry, Canadians and Quebeckers to be able to participate fully.
For those reasons, we will be voting against this clause of the bill and are proposing that it be repealed.