Mr. Speaker, I am deeply moved and truly pleased to rise and speak for the first time as the representative of and member for Bourassa. Before I begin, I would like to thank my family, who have always lovingly, faithfully and cheerfully supported me. I also want to thank the volunteers who gave of their time and took time away from their families to help me take this step.
Since this is my first time speaking in the House, I would like to respond to what I have heard today, but before I reply to the member, I would like to take a moment to congratulate the women in particular, because they are doing an excellent and important job in the House as elected members, with their faith and their interest in politics.
My question is very important. You talk about speeding up construction. Do you think your party, Ms.—