Mr. Speaker, I have talked to several labour union people and government people in Quebec and I would not concur at all that everyone agrees that Quebec should have exclusive jurisdiction over these surpluses.
I would also like to point out to the hon. member that many provinces across Canada are being governed by many different people. I find more and more people across Canada, and especially in Quebec, who are saying: "We need the federal government. We are worried by some of our current leaders today in all provinces. We know that each time a government changes there are different philosophies, there are tides and waves to the right and left". However, there are many people in the trenches who are really anxious for the federal government to have a very strong presence in Canada and which will assure Canadians that certain programs and safeguards such as medicare will stay in place.
That is why the Liberals and the federal government pledge to do their very best for all Canadians, including those in Quebec.