There is a global economic crisis and Canada is very well positioned to come through it with far less pain than many other countries around the world.

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As I recollect from my university days, when it comes to a comparison between the private sector and the public sector in terms of accountability, people say that in the private sector you can make 10% mistakes but turn a profit and be okay, whereas if you try that in the public sector, getting 90% right and 10% wrong, you're in deep trouble.

It is extremely important that members understand it is not just about someone saying, “Here is an area where they seem to be doing pretty well; they just want a bit of money to make it nice”.

subsequent confiscation orders to permanently stop offenders from benefiting from their criminal conduct and prevent criminal property from being laundered or reinvested, potentially fuelling further criminality.

We can do very well on the basis of a level playing field and free trade. Our cultural industries can also do very well.