Mr. Speaker, first I would like to offer my congratulations to the hon. member for his great contribution during the referendum.
We are political opponents and we will remain political opponents. Despite our political differences, we were both fighting to keep this country together. I was very proud to walk with him.
I would like to thank him on behalf of all Canadians, including Quebecers, for the passionate speeches he made during the referendum. It was very much appreciated. He did not try to score any political points. He just wanted to keep his country together.