Mr. Speaker, as the holiday season approaches, our government is putting more money back into the pockets of Canadians from coast to coast to coast.
Our new tax break and the new working Canadians rebate will help reduce costs when they are highest for Canadians. Starting December 14, prepared foods, restaurant meals, beer, wine and cider will all be GST-free for the holiday season. That means Canadians can celebrate the holidays with family and friends, support local businesses and keep a little more of their hard-earned cash.
However, people do not have to just take my word for it. Restaurants Canada said that our announcement means more Canadians will be able to celebrate with loved ones at a restaurant, have lunch with colleagues or treat themselves to a morning pastry on their way to work.
We do not need an election to cut taxes. Will the Conservative leader give his MPs the freedom to speak up for local businesses and put money directly into the pockets of Canadians? If not, will Conservative MPs have the courage to stand up for our local businesses?