Mr. Speaker, I am most grateful to you for giving me the time to compose my thoughts.
I rise to present three more petitions signed by thousands of people in the Peterborough area who want VIA Rail commuter service between Peterborough and Toronto restored.
The petitioners point to the environmental advantages, to the reduction in greenhouse emissions, to the reduction in accidents and to the wear and tear on the highways. They point to the advantages in terms of business, educational opportunities and tourist opportunities in Peterborough.
The petition has already resulted in constructive meetings between the Minister of Transport, representatives of the Peterborough riding and representatives of the—