Mr. Speaker, over 60 people representing organizations and businesses in the farm tourism industry from my riding of Brome—Missisquoi met today in Ottawa to learn about programs that could benefit them.
They come from Bromont, Magog, Sutton, Lac Brome, Bedford and Farnham, to name but a few places. I take this opportunity to once again express my pride at the dynamism of the people of Brome—Missisquoi.
They responded enthusiastically to my invitation, and their presence speaks clearly of the importance of farm tourism in our region, and of the important place this market will have to assume in the coming years.
Congratulations to all those who continue to be innovative. They are the proof that, in the regions, we are not afraid to roll up our sleeves to make available both recreation and rural products each varied and original.