Mr. Speaker, I would say that a degree of commonality will continue to exist between us as Canadians even if we become separate in Quebec.
Our goal in this debate is to protect Canadian culture. When we leave, we want Canada to be strong and have a strong cultural identity. We do not want it to be assimilated by the United States. We want it to be able to sell us and continue to trade with us elements of our cultures. Part of our heritage will not just disappear. We will not cut all trade relations with Canada just because we have gained sovereignty. On the contrary! We will want to continue to trade with Canada, but if we get a better price in the United States for books, Canada will starve culturally because we will buy directly from our neighbour to the south.