Mr. Speaker, it is with great pleasure that I rise to emphasize the great investments that our government has put forth in its economic action plan.
This budget will provide tremendous benefits to my constituents in Macleod and to all Canadians.
For instance, budget 2009 introduced a $500 million agricultural flexibility plan that will help farmers in my riding with rising input costs.
Our $50 million investment over the next three years to expand slaughterhouse capacity is key to supporting our beef and dairy industries along with other livestock producers.
Seniors will also see new support through the increase in the age credit amount by an additional $1,000.
As well, the new green infrastructure plan provides $1 billion over five years for sustainable energy infrastructure.
This is a great initiative. I am eager for my riding of Macleod to be able to benefit from this fund, since Macleod is a renewable energy leader in this country.