Mr. Speaker, it seems to me that good decisions come from correct information. That is why we tried to get the issue of the Mint's new coin plating plant to the parliamentary committee.
The various players in this issue have contradictory views and interpretations on costs, savings, security of supply, jobs, international demand and various other subjects. Why not let the committee sort this out?
No, the government does not want the facts to come out. Is this because it is afraid of being embarrassed? Is it afraid of being shown that it is wrong? It seems to me that if the government is so sure of itself it would be eager to appear before the committee and lay its cards on the table. Then it would be vindicated and could get on with its project.
The government's refusal to allow the committee to study this issue is suspect indeed.