Mr. Speaker, it is with great pleasure that I pay tribute to the CIEL de Lotbinière-Ouest, a job initiative centre in Lobtinière-Ouest. This non profit organization, run by volunteers, is concerned with job creation for those aged 18-40. The centre has 376 members, and is composed of individuals and companies. Its activities take in 12 municipalities in my riding.
The 29 venture capital loans made in 1995 totalled $62,500. At December 31, 1995, there were 33 active loans.
Since its inception 10 years ago, this organization has brought about the creation or consolidation of 221 jobs in my riding of Lotbinière. I am proud of this initiative and congratulate the centre on a job well done.