Mr. Speaker, I listened with interest to the member's comments and I understand his concern for people who are facing tough economic times and challenges.
I would like to point out that many of the initiatives in our budget address the issues he was talking about: $1.5 billion over two years for training programs; $55 million over two years for youth employment; $60 million over three years for the targeted initiative for older workers; and $40 million that will go to the $2,000 apprenticeship completion grant. These are really important initiatives for Canadians in these tough times.
I would like to ask the member how he and his party could actually vote against something that will help Canadians through these times.