Mr. Speaker, once again I find myself in a position of agreement with the member opposite when he says that we have a difference of opinion. We certainly do have a difference of opinion, especially when it comes to dealing with the issue of child poverty.
On one hand, the member talks about funding to one segment of the population, but on the other hand his party would cut all transfers to the provinces for social assistance programs. If that does not hurt poor children, I am not sure what does.
His party also advocates the cutting of all equalization payments and things like that to areas that are in tremendous need. I am really glad that we have a difference of opinion on this. As a regional, western based party, the Reform Party does not understand the need for balance and compassion and putting into prospective all parts of the country, different classes of society and making sure that everyone has a fair opportunity. That is why this Liberal government is firmly committed to creating opportunity for all people in this country, not certain regions and not certain groups.