Mr. Speaker, yesterday in the House, a member from the Bloc Quebecois made, in reference to a colleague, misleading allegations to the effect that she is in a conflict of interest because both she and her husband have a job.
This is completely offensive. We live in one of the most advanced societies in the world. Women have overcome a great many barriers and have assumed their rightful place in society.
We are equal to men. This is a recognized fact. Women now have a wide range of choices. Like men, we can pursue a career and have a family at the same time. It is not necessary to choose between the two.
The allegations made by the member from the Bloc Quebecois are an affront to women across Canada.