Xavier Barsalou-Duval at the Transport, Infrastructure and Communities Committee

On March 25th, 2021. See this statement in context.

March 25th, 2021 / 4:20 p.m.

Bloc

Xavier Barsalou-Duval Bloc Pierre-Boucher—Les Patriotes—Verchères, QC

Thank you, Mr. Chair.

Minister, I'm not sure whether you are aware of the dire situation involving the Cap-aux-Meules wharf, on the Magdalen Islands. The wharf's capacity has been significantly reduced. About 80% of catches go through the wharf, so the entire season for Magdalen Island crabbers who set out from Cap-aux-Meules is at risk, all because of a Transport Canada decision.

According to the papers, your own Liberal member for Gaspésie—Les Îles-de-la-Madeleine said that Transport Canada had handled the matter poorly.

Can you tell me whether you have a solution in mind to make sure Magdalen Island fishers do not lose their entire season?

See context to find out what was said next.