Mr. Speaker,
Raindrops on roses and whiskers on kittens
Children's scarves and warm woolen mittens
Books and newspapers tied up with strings
These are a few of my favourite things.
Restaurant meals and crisp apple strudels
Snacks and candy and schnitzel with noodles
Toys and board games and the joy that they bring
These are a few of my favourite things.
These things will be exempted from GST, starting December 14. This tax break will give Canadians more money in their pockets during the holidays, a time when the costs go up for many families.
When the dog bites, when the CPC stings
I simply remember my favourite things will soon be exempted from the GST.
It is good news for Canadians. I encourage members opposite to vote in favour of this tax break and let Canadians have more of their hard-earned money.