Mr. Speaker, since the MPs were defeated yesterday by the pages, I had to do something about soccer.
I have the pleasure to announce to members that we have released a feasibility study in response to the commission that bears the name of the member for Toronto-Danforth. The Government of Canada will work with the Canadian Soccer Association to hold the World Cup in soccer here in Canada in 2010.
I am also announcing a contribution of $500,000 for a world cup for girls under 19, which will be headquartered in Edmonton.