Mr. Speaker, the government has renewed its commitment to the Canadian space program by investing another $317 million this year. This commitment will continue the proud accomplishments of Canadian astronauts.
Marc Garneau will return to earth tomorrow from his second mission in space, having successfully reeled in the Spartan science satellite using the Canadarm, a creation of Spar Aerospace headquartered, of course, in my riding of Mississauga East.
Canadians have reason to be proud of their nation's achievements at the forefront of space exploration and especially proud of the encore performance of our first astronaut, Marc Garneau.
Thanks to Marc Garneau and his Canadarm, Canada is now famous even in space. Congratulations.