Madam Chair, I am tired of continually blaming the previous government, because that is all we ever hear. I am fed up with that type of excuse. We read about the budget cuts in the newspapers. The minister has the time to meet with Conservative members to discuss the sponsorship program that they are considering, she has time to consult with other people, but she has no time to meet with her committee. She is the Minister responsible for the Status of Women. She doesn't have the time to meet with the members of her committee to let them know what is about to happen and to discuss these matters with them. Madam Chair, it makes no sense, I just don't get it. I can't believe that this woman can't find one hour, on a Wednesday, before May 30th, to come and meet with us. I really can't believe that, Madam Chair. Although we usually meet on Tuesday and Thursday, we are ready to meet on Wednesday to accommodate her, and she can't find the time before May 30th? Someone has to speak on our behalf. Someone should check with the people who do the scheduling in her office. This type of thing is not normal.
On May 1st, 2007. See this statement in context.