Mr. Speaker, budget 2025 makes historic investments with the new $1 billion Arctic infrastructure fund. This is designed to strengthen airports, seaports and all-season roads, which are critical lifelines for search and rescue. By improving northern transportation and communications infrastructure, the budget directly enhances the safety of the north. It is ensuring faster response times and better coordination when emergencies occur on land, sea or ice.
These are the investments that reflect our commitment to equity, reconciliation and protecting the lives in Canada's north.