Mr. Speaker, Canadian public opinion overwhelmingly has requested the Irving Whale be lifted because it proposes the lesser of the various risk options. It must be said that no option is without its risks.
The province of Quebec and its minister of the environment have given a green light to the raising of the Irving Whale . There have been four careful technical assessments done incorporating public participation throughout. This morning the court has allowed and approved the raising of the Irving Whale .
We are taking every precaution possible. I ask for the support of the hon. member's party.