Mr. Speaker, the redistribution of wealth is a critical issue in all regions of our country. Income inequality frustrates a great number of people. We need to recognize that, yes, there is a role that Ottawa and our provinces have to play.
Earlier today, for example, I mentioned the 10 years in which the NDP was in government in British Columbia and the income inequality was a whole lot worse. British Columbia was number four, but it was driven to number 10 as being the worse province in Canada. I say that because it draws into the comparison that it is the political will of the leadership.
When we have individuals coming forward saying that they want to deal with income inequality, maybe one way we could do that is by ensuring we look at the shared responsibilities of taxation policies and so forth. Would the member want to provide some comment on how important it is that Ottawa work with different stakeholders, particularly the provinces, to ensure there is less income inequality in all regions of our country?