Thank you, Ms. Blaney.
I went back and forth with this, but I decided in the end that I didn't want to be overly prescriptive to the commission, because I know they have a lot of heavy lifting to do. I am, at this point, regardless of what my personal preference may be, just advocating for the constituents in the neighbourhood of Springdale so that they remain together as a united voice.
They do have particular concerns and political interests, and I think it is easier for them to navigate the system if they know they have one member of Parliament. Currently, as it is situated, there is one city councillor, one regional councillor and one provincial representative as well. They have always had one member of Parliament, so I think that should continue to be the case, and that's what I'm arguing here today.
There is a new riding being formed in the area. It would not just belong to Brampton. It would be shared with Dufferin—Caledon, so it would straddle two different municipalities.