Mr. Speaker, at the conclusion of my remarks I spoke about the issue of post-secondary education and also that the committee recognizes the initiatives of the federal government to date and recommends that additional resources be dedicated toward helping children living in poverty as the fiscal dividend grows.
Investments in these areas are means to making the new economy work for Canadians. By taking such steps we can ensure security and opportunity now and in the future.
On behalf of all committee members, I want to thank Canadians from coast to coast to coast for participating in our pre-budget consultation. It has instilled a profound respect for our country, its citizens and their ideas in all members of the committee.
“In Keeping the Balance”, which is the title of the report, we have tried to respond with the substance our fellow citizens demand, as well as a budget plan they deserve. I am proud of what we have accomplished together.