Mr. Speaker, I realize the referendum will be conducted in Quebec by Quebecers. That is as it should be. Such activity is one of the privileges of our wonderful Confederation.
As the member representing the riding of Peterborough, I want to say something to my fellow citizens from Quebec. An overwhelming majority of my constituents want Quebec to remain part of Canada. Several of us have French as their mother tongue, while others attend French immersion schools. As well, some, like me, studied in the «belle province» and have children who were born in Quebec.
These examples clearly show the many strong links which unite us. Please stay with us.