Mr. Speaker, the Sherbrooke airport could be an important economic development tool for the region if it could accommodate commercial flights.
Our region is a major centre of innovation and research with Bishop's University, the university medical centre and the Mont Mégantic observatory. Our innovative businesses and even the manufacturing industry would benefit from better access to the rest of the world.
We have been talking about this project for years, even decades. Residents and officials have made it a priority, but the Conservatives refuse to budge.
Why are the Conservatives neglecting job creation and economic development in the Eastern Townships?