Mr. Royal Galipeau (Ottawa—Orléans, CPC): Mr. Speaker, industries in Canada, like those in many other countries, are working hard to make it through the financial crisis. Fortunately, this government is taking unprecedented measures to stimulate Canada’s economy and fight the global recession.

This is certainly true in the aerospace sector, where we have invested significantly.

Further, last year’s budget committed $350 million for the Bombardier CSeries.

Can the Minister of Industry tell the House about how our investments have helped the aerospace sector?

Hon. Tony Clement (Minister of Industry, CPC): Mr. Speaker, I would like to thank my colleague for his excellent question. Our government is very proud of what it has done to support the aerospace sector. That is why, today, I would like to congratulate Bombardier on its first order for CSeries aircraft from Deutsche Lufthansa. The contract value for the 30 aircraft is approximately $1.53 billion. This is a major step forward for Bombardier, and it speaks to the ingenuity of Canada’s aerospace industry. This is further proof that our government is helping to strengthen the aerospace industry.