Mr. Speaker, I would like to commend the efforts of the no side during the referendum campaign.
The federalists have been responsible. We have presented a dream to Canadians. Our dream is of pluralism and tolerance. We want a Canada where our children learn to work together rather than build walls and become isolationists.
As of today we are witnessing a massive outpouring of love and support for the people of Quebec for a united Canada. People from all over Canada, including my riding of York-Simcoe, will be flocking by the thousands to Montreal on Friday to show their support for unity.
David Ducharm and Andrew Douris along with many other school children presented me with a petition calling for Quebec to remain part of Canada.
Better opportunity for our children and for the greater good of humanity is what federalism offers. For the sake of our children, for the love of our children, let us keep Canada together.