Mr. Speaker, the member states that he will vote against this bill and yet he voted for the budget.
In the city of Edmonton right now and in the surrounding area, the farmers are suffering severe drought conditions.
The government has refused to act expeditiously on climate change. Its own Department of Natural Resources has issued a major report identifying impending significant threats to Canadian agriculture from climate change and serious ramifications, including the mental health of farmers.
I am pleased that this bill actually includes some limited redress for farmers suffering from drought. It is unfortunate, however, that it has not been expanded beyond those raising livestock. It should be extended to all farmers, including the valuable market gardeners in our area.
Does the member not think it is important that we expedite this aid for farmers suffering under the climate change created drought?