Thank you very much, Mr. Chair.
People are talking about protecting biodiversity and species at risk on provincial and private lands, but what about public lands like Gatineau Park?
Gatineau Park, which is in my riding, is Canada's second most visited park. According to a study by the National Capital Commission, the park is home to 90 species of plants and 50 species of animals that are at risk. A legislative framework is therefore crucial so that the commission can manage and protect the species at risk.
It's a good thing to tell the provinces and the private sector how to manage their lands, but what more could the federal government do on its own lands, for example in Gatineau Park, to lead the way and ensure that biodiversity is protected?