Mr. Speaker, as a fisheries biologist, I understand and appreciate the importance of scientific research and innovation. That is why I am truly proud of the work of Canadian scientists and researchers.
Our government has provided over $8 billion in new science and technology funding since 2006 for state-of-the-art infrastructure, equipment and talent to make Canada a global leader in science and innovation.
Today, Canada's top researchers are in Ottawa to be awarded prizes from the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council for their innovative ideas and groundbreaking research.
A recent study by the Council of Canadian Academies confirms our government's success, revealing that our scientific enterprise is growing, internationally competitive, well-respected and ranks fourth-best in the world. This is something of which all Canadians can truly be proud.
We are on the right track. Our government will continue our record support for science, even if the NDP continues to vote against it.