Mr. Speaker, as we talk infrastructure during Canada’s infrastructure week, it is not just about building roads and bridges. It is about investing in infrastructure that builds strong communities across the country and delivers a better quality of life for Canadians.
That is why the Government of Canada announced a historic $10.4-billion investment for four shovel-ready public transit projects in the GTA, including the Yonge North subway extension. These investments support strong cities and respect transit decisions made by local decision-makers based on what is best for their communities.
Our York Region Liberal caucus, since the onset, advocated for the Yonge North subway extension and the government listened, with this $5.6-billion transformational project set to benefit over 1.2 million York Region residents.
We are ensuring that every dollar invested in infrastructure counts, creating good jobs and growing the economy post COVID-19, tackling climate change and building more inclusive communities for all Canadians.