Mr. Speaker, I agree with the hon. member that it is a very important issue. A lot is at stake in the issue of social security reform.
Unlike past governments that ran away from the challenge of discussing major issues such as training, unemployment insurance, child care, and reforming and modernizing the system, we decided to engage Canadians in the dialogue and to consult with Canadians.
The hon. member can rest assured the government will consult Canadians on any measure we take related to the issue of pension reform. It will consult all members of the House in the same manner and fashion as we engaged in prebudget consultations, social security review and many other issues ranging from defence to external affairs. The government has created many opportunities for Canadians to participate in dialogue with the Government of Canada.
With reference to the specific question on pension reform, the hon. member has clearly read the budget documents. He has read the five principles outlined. From the day the Minister of Finance tabled the document until today nothing has changed on the government's agenda.