Mr. Speaker, Canadians want to know more about their heroes. I am speaking of those men and women who served our country during times of war.
I am pleased that budget 2005 provides new funding of $6 million per year for future commemorative activities so that more Canadians, in particular younger Canadians, can learn of the achievements and sacrifices of Canada's veterans.
This is in addition to the $16.5 million announced last year to mark the 60th anniversary of the end of the second world war and to celebrate the Year of the Veteran.
We owe a debt of gratitude to the men and women who fought for Canada and this budget helps us to accomplish that lofty goal.