Mr. Speaker, the Liberal leader has some strong opinions about a country he was away from for 34 years.
He said Canada has become the laughingstock of the world. How dare he.
He has come back to Canada after three and a half decades in the U.K. and the United States after calling our flag a pale imitation of a beer label, and after calling himself an American.
The country that is defending its Arctic sovereignty, rebuilding its military, and asserting itself on the world stage deserves better.
This is one of the most peaceful and prosperous nations the world has ever known. Last year, we welcomed thousands of new Canadians who chose to come here for the opportunity Canada offers.
If he was not just visiting, the Liberal leader would know Canada is no laughingstock.
Canada is strong, proud, independent and free. Maybe he will learn that during his visit to this great country.