Mr. Speaker, on this May Day, I wish to pay tribute to all workers in Quebec and Canada.
Thousands of people are taking this day to demonstrate publicly their dissatisfaction with the federal government and to condemn the antisocial measures, especially the unemployment insurance reform, advocated by this government, as well as the lack of a real job creation policy.
For over a century, workers have gathered together on May 1 to commemorate the Chicago martyrs who fought for better living and working conditions.
The Bloc Quebecois wishes workers in Quebec, Canada and other countries a good workers day. We support their fight for justice, equity, dignity and solidarity.