Mr. Speaker, we are aware of the cultural and historical significance of the Carmanah Point and Pachena Point lighthouses along the West Coast Trail.
After a technical investigation and assessment, the Canadian Coast Guard determined that the lighthouses were no longer suitable for its personnel to operate safely. The safety and well-being of Canadian Coast Guard personnel is our top priority, and I want to assure my colleagues that the navigational aids in these areas remain functional to continue to protect mariners and coastal communities.