Mr. Speaker, I want to just build upon some of the comments the member shared on the question of privilege, the amendment and the subamendment that we are debating. I am sure there will be more to come.
The member mentioned something with regard to the history of former prime minister Stephen Harper. I would ask him to correct me if I am wrong. I believe that there has been only one prime minister in the history of Canada since Confederation to be found in contempt of Parliament, and I believe it was former prime minister Stephen Harper. I would like to hear the member's comments on that.
Additionally, the member referred to the housing accelerator fund. It is no secret that the leader of the official opposition would get rid of the program. The program helps constituents within the riding of Waterloo. The region of Waterloo has also done really well. We know that each Canadian should have a safe and affordable place to call home.
Fewer than 15% of Conservative members, 18 of them, actually took the time to support their municipalities when it came to housing. I believe the member said the number was 17, but I think it is now 18. They are no longer allowed to speak about it. They are Conservatives but they should fight for Canadians. I am a Canadian first. I chose my political party, but I will always fight for my constituents and for my community of Waterloo.
I would like to hear the member's comments, first of all in regard to whether a Canadian prime minister has ever been found in contempt of Parliament, and second as to what the role of members of Parliament is. Should they be supporting their communities or should they have to have blind trust in their leader?