I want to follow up on the question from Mr. Vellacott. It's relevant that we're back to the main motion, which is dealing with clause 5.
The committee needs very clear clarification of the intent of this bill. Throughout the Liberal leadership race, a number of things were said, and Mr. Rodriguez at that time was supporting Mr. Ignatieff. He said taxes would have to increase dramatically. He said taxes would rise to protect the environment, and Mr. Vellacott was asking about the carbon tax position.
We are now dealing with Bill C-288, and the question is relevant. Is it going to include increased taxation to Canadians? That was the position of Mr. Rodriguez when he was supporting Mr. Ignatieff. Is that the same position of Mr. Dion, the new leader? We need to know where Bill C-288 is going to take Canadians.