Madam Speaker, I thank my colleague, who has vast experience in municipal politics.
I thank her for her comments because she truly understands the needs of the municipalities, not just in urban areas, but also in rural areas, as I do. I can tell her, and I think that the House has taken note, that the minister said that we would go up to 50% during phase one of the historic infrastructure investment program. That is quite significant compared to the position of the previous Conservative government, which was not prepared to go this far. We have taken this step because we are aware of the tax pressure our municipalities are under.
I would very much like to continue answering my colleague but I see that my time is up. I will have the opportunity to answer her in private.