Thank you, Mr. Chair.
I'd like to thank all committee members for their patience. It turns out that in different versions of the bill, the line numbers were not listed the same way. Now that everything is in order, we can debate the amendment.
The bill provides one-time assistance with rent. This assistance is targeted to those who are considered low-income, most vulnerable, and for whom rent makes up a significant portion of their expenses.
Many provinces are experiencing a major housing crisis. That's the case in Quebec, particularly in Mirabel. I've had constituents still attest to that recently. The cheque will be welcome, but the fact is we're helping people only once. I believe my colleagues are having the same experience in their respective constituencies: People are talking about the housing issue.
There are all kinds of long-term solutions. Here, we're putting a little salve on a wound that's gaping in some places. That's the case in my constituency. Of course—