Thank you, Mr. Chair.
Thank you for your presentation, Ms. Bourget and Mr. Racine. It is interesting to hear about the first steps in the planning of the 150th anniversary of Confederation.
I would like to thank my colleague Mr. Benskin for his comments on the broad themes. That was one of my concerns, actually. In your comments, you mentioned Lacolle, which ties in with my concerns a little.
I understand that these celebrations are trying to unite Canadians. But still, some historical events and figures are perhaps a little more controversial, depending on the community where one lives.
Take Louis-Joseph Papineau, for example. He is always mentioned in the same breath as rebellions. Perhaps his name has a more sovereignist connotation in Quebec. But it is all about the 1837 rebellions that were also happening in Upper Canada at the same time and that constituted the first steps towards responsible government. I am also thinking about Louis Riel, who is a major symbol for the Métis community, but who is possibly perceived differently elsewhere, despite the recent pardon that Canada has granted.
How will those events be incorporated? Will you be able to paint a true picture of our history? Have you given any thought to that? How do you see it fitting into the celebrations?