Mr. Speaker, I appreciate my hon. colleague's statements and I would have him know that as a former northerner, although I guess one is always a northerner, I know that members on this side are very interested in supporting the north.
Our government's commitment could not be clearer. These are not just words. They are actions. The budget has committed funding to the north that includes $300 million for housing, $500 million to support the communities affected by the Mackenzie gas project, money for families, communities and infrastructure, and important tax relief.
I believe that there is money in this budget for the north and the government is working to improve the quality of life not only for all northerners but for all Canadians.