Mr. Speaker, I think that what my hon. colleague just said is incorrect because, as you know, this matter has implications not only in Canada but also throughout the world. I also think that in 1980, when Quebec decided against separating from the rest of Canada, the battle for separation was not over and this has been a source of major instability across the country. I think that while it may not be the only cause of poverty, it certainly is a contributing factor.
In the House of Commons on June 6th, 1995. See this statement in context.