Mr. Speaker, tourism brings people together and fosters a sense of national pride. This week, the Tourism Industry Association of Canada is holding its Hill days events to showcase our tourism industry and to highlight the importance of the visitor economy. I want to thank them for their work and advocacy for Canadian tourism businesses.
Our government supports the tourism sector with programs like the tourism growth program, which is offered in all regional development agencies. The Conservatives' policy of fiscal restraint would jeopardize programs that support tourism operators.
Investing in tourism leads to economic growth, job creation and environmental protection while supporting the flourishing of local culture, including indigenous heritage.