I would invite Mr. Poilievre to get a hold of himself, Mr. Chair.
I will continue, Mr. Chair, by saying that we are dealing with a very disagreeable attempt that will, no doubt, not work. Ultimately, this is a diversionary tactic. The government knows that it has broken the rules and that there is an Elections Canada investigation. They would like to divert attention by broadening the scope of this committee's work through the motion that was initially tabled. Mr. Chair, this is shameful.
I remember that, when they were in the opposition, they presented themselves, through their statements in the House, day after day, saying that they wanted to restore moral order. These people wanted to embody integrity and ethics, Mr. Chair. I am using the word “ethics” in its etymological sense. What a disagreeable sight to find ourselves here still trying — my colleague Ms. Lavallée said so — after four meetings, to shed light on something. People with nothing to hide should agree to open those books. We are well aware that this is not the case.
Mr. Chair, we will not be the willing accomplices of those who do not want democracy to follow its course. This committee has extremely important work to do; it must do it.
