Mr. Speaker, yesterday I had the opportunity to have an exchange with the member opposite in regard to health care. Health care is an issue that is problematic in a number of provinces. It is not only any one particular province that has been challenged in dealing with health care.
From my personal perspective, and I believe from a government perspective, we respect, follow, encourage and support the health care that Canadians want. It is a joint responsibility between the federal government and the provincial government, where provinces are responsible for the administration of health care.
With respect to the member's specific case in the province of Alberta, the federal Minister of Health has had discussions. We have been provided assurances that Alberta's Bill 11, the bill the member is so concerned about, is very clear. The premier has indicated that it will remain completely within the Canada Health Act.
