Mr. Speaker, throughout Quebec, people are at the heart of the social economy, and that heart beats strong: There are more than 220,000 engaged workers who are happy to work at 11,200 group ventures, generating more than $47.8 billion annually. Social economy is the idea that the future belongs to us and we can all contribute to building a more just and more united world.
November is the time to remember that, as citizens, we can choose the social economy. By becoming a member of a co-op, by buying goods and services from a non-profit organization, by contributing to a project in one's community or even becoming a member of a board, it is possible to do business differently. What could be better than taking action and being part of the solution? That is what we see from these thriving entrepreneurs who are the pride of our communities. That is the type of business that does good.
On behalf of the Bloc Québécois, I wish everyone a happy social economy month.