Mr. Speaker, another voice has been added to the general vehement objections to the Coast Guard fees the government is preparing to ram through.
The Quebec urban community, which is directly affected, on April 23 unanimously adopted a resolution demanding that the Department of Fisheries and Oceans reverse its decision and carry out an in depth assessment of the economic impact of the various options.
I am asking the government to halt this direct assault against the Quebec economy. I am asking the government to listen to the taxpayers, the municipal authorities and the economic stakeholders. Perhaps an equitable solution can then be found.