I wish to inform the House that because of ministerial statements, Government Orders will be extended by 30 minutes.
We will go back to the question of privilege. I just want to remind members that on a question of privilege, members are expected to be brief and concise in explaining the event.
The Speaker will hear the member and may permit other members who are directly implicated in the matter to intervene. The Speaker also has the discretion to seek advice from other members to help determine whether there is a prima facie question of privilege involved that would warrant giving the matter priority consideration over the House's business. When satisfied, the Speaker will terminate the discussion.
The hon. member for Thornhill has the floor.