Mr. Speaker, last week Canadian travellers saw their choice in airlines reduced yet again when Air Canada announced that it intended to acquire a substantial share of Roots Air. This is clearly an attempt by Air Canada to enter the discount airline market by the back door.
Discount carriers like WestJet and Canada 3000 could now face competition from two Air Canada airlines. Given the dominant position of Air Canada and this latest blow to the freedom of choice, what action is the minister prepared to take now to ensure fair competition?