Mr. Speaker, although our ridings border each other, it is extremely rare that I agree with my colleague.
Today, I am unfortunately forced to agree with him. In addition to running a deficit of nearly $80 billion, this budget contains nothing for our regions, absolutely nothing. The government says that this budget includes investments in major infrastructure, but sadly, there is very little for Quebec's regions, particularly the Lower St. Lawrence.
In response to a question last week, the Minister of Industry and Minister responsible for Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions told me that Alstom would benefit. Fine, but where is the money? I have not seen anything yet, and Alstom has not received any federal contracts to my knowledge.
I agree with my colleague and I would like to hear his comments on this. Unfortunately, the Lower St. Lawrence region is completely absent from this budget.