Mr. Speaker, I draw the attention of this House today to the fact that the opening up of markets benefits all, and certainly Canada.
For example, last year, our exports increased by nearly 12%, and our imports by 7.7%. The Government of Canada is working tirelessly to have the international system based on clear rules so our SMBs may enjoy greater access to the markets, as they create longstanding and quality jobs.
This also means a better quality of life for Canadians. Hats off to Canada's small and medium business—