Mr. Speaker, a fundamental question is being asked today by millions of Quebecers who voted in the referendum on Monday.
What kind of soil nourishes the deep roots of Quebec's sovereignist movement? Territorial nationalism, mentioned so often in the past few months, seems increasingly difficult to reconcile with the many intolerant statements from various spokespersons for the yes side.
The time has come for solidarity and co-operation. Quebecers from every part of the province expect their governments to pick up where they left off several months ago.
We must now meet the challenge of continuing to build a strong and dynamic Quebec within a united Canada. This kind of blueprint for society cannot afford the invariably disastrous impact of segregation and intolerance.