Mr. Speaker, we in the government are very proud of the success achieved by seniors' programs initiated by Liberal governments over the last 30 or 40 years but, at the same time, we must face the new realities. Next year, the number of people eligible for old age security programs will double. As a result, we must review the system with Canadians to develop a stable and strong program for seniors in the future.
As mentioned in the budget speech, a review will be undertaken in consultation with all Canadians and with all senior citizens to look at ideas, issues and concerns and to develop a program for the future. My comments were meant to underline the need for serious dialogue.