Madam Speaker, it is my honour to respond to the question of the hon. member.
Trois-Rivières came forward last year. It requested $2 million in support from the federal government, and it will receive $2 million. I am sure it will be a great celebration enjoyed by all, in partnership with the federal government.
In fact, just last year the mayor of Trois-Rivières, Yves Lévesque, thanked our government when we announced that Trois-Rivières was eligible for funding of up to $2 million from the cultural capital program. Mr. Lévesque said, “this prestigious title will allow us to finance a series of cultural activities in the context of the 375th anniversary of Trois-Rivières”.
That is our commitment. We intend to follow through on that commitment. We intend to see this event through and assist Trois-Rivières in celebrating what will be a great celebration for all Canadians. At the 375th anniversary of Trois-Rivières, we will be standing shoulder to shoulder wishing bonne fête to the city of Trois-Rivières.