Madam Speaker, I thank my colleague for his passion on this issue, his comments and his knowledge that he is sharing with us here and at the natural resources committee.
As the member knows, the Line 3 replacement project is one of North America's largest infrastructure programs and supports North American energy independence. More than that, the new Line 3 will comprise the newest and most advanced pipeline technology.
Our government has made getting our resources to market safely and responsibly a top priority because of our good, well-paying goods in our energy sector.
As I have said, we will continue to vigorously defend Line 3 at every opportunity.
The project will help improve environmental performance, maximize indigenous participation and generate economic spinoffs on both sides of the border.
It will provide much-needed capacity to support Canadian crude oil production, and U.S. and Canadian refinery demand. It will generate thousands of full-time jobs during its construction.