Michel Picard at the Public Safety and National Security Committee

On May 15th, 2017. See this statement in context.

May 15th, 2017 / 4:25 p.m.

Liberal

Michel Picard Liberal Montarville, QC

Thank you, Mr. Chair.

I have two questions. The first is for Ms. van Vugt.

The arguments supporting the economic impact of preclearance for Canadian companies have been made in every possible way. In practical terms, what is the positive economic impact of preclearance, apart from simply being able to cross the border more quickly?

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