Mr. Chairman, allow me to reassure the member for Rimouski--Neigette-et-la Mitis that supply management is an integral part of Canada's objectives.
In the area of agriculture, we have so much work that the elimination of export subsidies will take us a lot of time, as will the elimination of domestic subsidies.
The subsidies that cause distortion on foreign markets have considerable priority as concerns our excellent supply management system, which benefits Canadian consumers by offering them reasonable selection in conditions we totally support.
The member for Rimouski--Neigette-et-la Mitis says I claim to represent the interests of Quebecers. It is more than a claim. The member knows that my family comes from Isle Verte, very close to Rimouski and that some of my uncles are dairy farmers with close ties to this system.
As my ancestors and my own family come from Isle Verte, and largely are dairy producers, I understand the problem she is raising and will take it with me to Doha.