Yes, tiddlywink bill, thank you, Mr. McGuinty.
So we know that the previous Liberal government set random targets and then did nothing, and we ended up with the environmental mess.
It's very easy for the NDP to come up with unrealistic targets that may not achieve anything.
What Canada right now...is we've set tough targets: 20% reduction by 2020, and 60% to 70% reduction by 2050. We are on the pathway toward that. But Canada by itself cannot achieve a global reduction in greenhouse gas emissions. We are taking a continental approach with the United States through the clean energy dialogue to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and a North American commitment, as we head toward Copenhagen.
First, is it important that Canada be part of a continental approach, again, looking at the practical? Also, should there be a balance where you are protecting the environment but also providing economic prosperity?
We need these practical considerations: North American, and a balance between economic and environment.
I'll start with Mr. Zwiers, please.