Mr. Speaker, I would like to thank my colleague for the question.
As the member would be aware, when this pandemic first raised its head we jumped into action to support Canadian households and businesses. In particular, we advanced programs to support the fixed costs of businesses, such as the emergency business account, the wage subsidy and, of course, the commercial rent assistance program.
Going forward, if my hon. colleague cares to take note of the throne speech, he will see that we have committed to offering further supports: to extend the emergency business account and specifically help with the fixed costs of doing business.
The hon. member can rest assured that when businesses are facing difficulties as a result of this public health emergency, our government is going to be there to support them.