Mr. Speaker, whereas the U.S. government, which is generally disinclined to provide government assistance to the private sector, has provided substantial support to its airline industry;
Whereas Canadian airlines have been substantially affected by the tragic events in New York and Washington;
Whereas air transportation in Canada is essential to the population, in remote regions in particular, and to our businesses; and
Whereas the over 50% reduction in the activities of Canada's airlines is jeopardizing financial stability throughout our economy,
Therefore, I invite my colleagues in the House of Commons, the Senate and in the government to provide assistance similar to the assistance provided by the U.S. government to its industry, both to preserve a Canadian infrastructure and to reassure the public in general and the workers in this industry in particular.