Mr. Speaker, it has been one year since my Conservative bill, Bill C-280, passed in the House of Commons.
This important bill would ensure that Canada's fresh fruit and vegetable growers are paid for the food they grow, and it would save Canadians money. However, the Prime Minister's hand-picked senators have held up the bill for months; now, some are actively looking to defeat it. In committee, one Senator even told produce farmers that it was tough luck, as the whole system is crooked, life is not fair and they were just going to have to deal with it. We can talk about being out of touch.
Bill C-280 supports farmers, protects our food security and promotes cross-border trade. Practically every MP voted for it; however, Liberal-appointed senators want to ignore the will of the House and side with big banks instead. They need to get their act together, stand with common-sense Conservatives in support of Bill C-280 and our farmers, and bring it home.