Madam Speaker, I agree entirely with the hon. member, insofar as his argument suggests that wealth inequality is a priority the government must tackle and that we should continue to focus our efforts on supporting the vulnerable. Throughout this pandemic, it has become apparent that the inequalities that have long plagued Canada's economy continue to exist and need serious investment by the government. That is why, when we saw the emergency rear its head and create costs for society, we decided the government was in a better position to bear those costs than households and businesses. Vulnerable Canadians can rest assured we will be there in their time of need to reduce income inequality and support them with their most basic needs in our communities. If that requires us to ask the wealthy to contribute a bit more, we will not be afraid to make that demand.
In the House of Commons on October 5th, 2020. See this statement in context.