Mr. Speaker, for two years now, the federal government has been holding its breath and hiding from the people of Quebec the drastic changes it has in store for them after the referendum has been held. Let us look at this hidden agenda.
Let us look at the UI reform they are hiding from those who have to rely on this assistance not by choice but out of necessity; the old age pension reform they are hiding from our seniors and all those who have contributed to the plan for many years through their taxes to enjoy some peace of mind in their old age; the GST reform that they are hiding from all the businesses tied up in federal and provincial red tape and that they have been promising since October 1993; and the health care reform initiated by the federal government over the heads of the provinces, that they are hiding from users and patients.
The people of Quebec are entitled to know what to expect if they remain in the federal system. Ottawa should announce its reforms before the referendum is held. Show the people of Quebec the true face of the federal government.