Mr. Speaker, we are aware of the cultural and historical significance of the lighthouses along the West Coast Trail. After an engineering investigation and assessment this year, the Canadian Coast Guard determined that the locations were no longer suitable for the Canadian Coast Guard personnel to operate safely. The safety and well-being of Canadian Coast Guard personnel is our top priority, and we will continue to ensure that the aids to navigation in these areas remain functional to continue to protect mariners and coastal communities.
In the House of Commons on September 23rd, 2024. See this statement in context.