Mr. Speaker, this has been a longstanding practice across various governments. Do not take my word for it; let me read some quotes:
That is the direction in which the Chrétien government has concentrated its efforts--
That was said on March 6, 2001.
Let me give another one:
--during the Chrétien government's time in office....
That was said on December 5, 2003. Who said that? It was the Liberal member for Saint-Laurent—Cartierville.