Mr. Speaker, let me make it clear that the regional development agencies are working in regions across Canada to ensure that the regions are developed. In addition, communities futures programs across this country are assisting small communities to ensure that lending and information is available. The community access program which we have been promoting for the last number of years in 1,250 communities, 9,500 schools and 1,200 public libraries makes it easier for rural communities to have access. In addition the Canada community investment program has been assisting small and rural communities.
In the House of Commons on November 6th, 1997. See this statement in context.