Mr. Speaker, my question is for the minister of Winnipeg, or is it western economic diversification?
I recently released a critical study of his department which showed conclusively that his home town of Winnipeg was receiving a disproportionate amount of WED dollars. This report, which was based on information obtained directly from his department officials, showed that Winnipeg received five times more than Vancouver, seven times more than Calgary, and seventy times more than Regina between November 1, 1993 and November 15, 1994.
Why is the minister funnelling far more taxpayer dollars into Winnipeg than any other western city?