Before I became a federal MP, I was the mayor of a municipality with a population of 45,000. While I was reading this bill, I was sincerely trying to see what a bill like this would have changed in the day-to-day of my municipality. It is important to keep in mind that we were already entitled to provincial programs and federal grants.
Generally speaking, when applying to various subsidy programs, all these issues have already been discussed. We must immediately demonstrate that there will be a benefit for the community, otherwise the money will simply not come from the various levels of government. We must meet the standards and comply with the criteria set by the various governments.
I sincerely wonder what more this will bring. Can you give me an example of what you currently cannot do and what this program will enable you to do? I really feel that this is something that is already in the system.