Colleagues, this brings us to the end of the questions that were indicated by the various whips in the House. Now question period will continue on for another five minutes and we will go to other members who will rise, keeping all in proportion.
The hon. member for Kitchener Centre is rising. Unfortunately, questions from independent members are not on today's schedule.
The hon. member for Avignon—La Mitis—Matane—Matapédia.