Mr. Speaker, my question is for the Minister of Industry.
Canada is a world leader in providing Internet access to its citizens. However, across Canada in rural communities like mine, gaps in access to broadband remain. We believe gaining access to broadband is critical for these communities, not only for the ability of rural Canadians to communicate but also for our local businesses to compete in the global economy.
Could the minister today please inform this House what Canada's economic action plan does to help promote broadband access to rural and remote communities?