We agree. Let's be clear: We're happy there's defence procurement. We're pleased that orders have been placed and things are moving forward. However, we recognize this is the first in a long series of steps that need to be taken and have been asked for for a long time.
Some Liberal members have been caught saying a national aerospace industrial strategy would be unfair to other Canadian regions that want to develop this sector, such as Manitoba. They think it would be unfair to other provinces if such a strategy led to a stronger aerospace cluster in Montreal. Obviously, as a courtesy, I won't give any names.
Would it be wise to have such a strategy strengthen this cluster in the greater Montreal area?