Mr. Speaker, my question is directed to the Minister of Transport. For many years, the federal government has been very negligent about maintaining the Quebec City bridge, which has led to major deterioration of the structure as a result of rust, so that today, repairs are necessary that will cost an estimated $40 million. Two years ago, the government turned the bridge and responsibility for its maintenance over to Canadian National.
Considering that the federal government is about to privatize CN, does the Minister of Transport intend to include in the appropriate legislation a provision that the potential buyer will be responsible for maintenance of the Quebec City bridge?