Mr. Speaker, I simply wish to thank the leader of the New Democratic Party for her willingness and ability to put aside partisan politics and focus on this very important question. It is not an easy issue for all of us. As she has so rightly pointed out, it involves the future of our country. We look forward to working with her as this debate unfolds.
I note that her party's critic and House leader is one of the few members in the House who has been through both referendums. He has often spoken to me about some of the difficulties in sorting out these questions. We want to thank them for their willingness to work with us in trying to find a solution.