Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, in regard to the price of fuel, I am glad we are having this debate today because it falls in line with my question. I believe the problem we have is the whole question about the availability of programs, but also the accessibility of the programs to ensure the people the program is identified for are accessing it, especially our seniors. We have seen a real increase in the cost of fuel. Power rates have gone up, property costs, costs of living. An example, in the community I represent, the cost of fuel is 74 cents and gas has gone to $1.25.
I would like to ask the Minister responsible for Municipal and Community Affairs about the property tax rebate. Knowing there are other programs out there, has the department looked at working in conjunction with our seniors on the seniors' fuel subsidy to streamline those programs so they are more easily available for our elders to have access to?