Mr. Speaker, in the current referendum debate, Bombardier President Laurent Beaudoin should recognize Quebec's contribution to the success of his company instead of hinting that it might leave the province if the Yes side wins.
Such comments are insulting, not only to the sovereignists but to all Quebecers who contributed to the success of Bombardier and were proud of it.
We should remember that government backing, with the support of Quebec taxpayers, was a major ingredient of that success.
I would ask Mr. Beaudoin, who heads Bombardier, a symbol of Quebec entrepreneurship, to put his talents at the service of his compatriots, whatever the outcome.