Mr. Speaker, we must remember one very important thing, and I did say this, that this government used free trade not just as an end in itself, but as a means to an end; as a way to ensuring a better quality of life for all Canadians. We do not just believe in unfettered trade and trade at any cost. That is why we sought consultations across the country.
Yes, trade is important. Forty per cent of our GDP depends on it. That is one of the factors which makes this country a great place to live. It is one of the reasons the government continues to work on job creation, ensuring that small and medium size businesses can export. Also, the government plays a very important role in ensuring that those most affected by free trade are taken care of, that adjustments are made, and that we are there to ensure that wealth is properly distributed.