“I want the Snowbirds to perform in 2027. The minister promised Canadians would enjoy them for generations to come. Now it looks like the Liberals are canceling them. Why are the Liberals breaking their promise and canceling the Snowbirds? I want the government to keep its word and keep the Snowbirds flying.”
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In this debate, the Conservatives repeatedly asked the Liberal government about the future of the Snowbirds aerial demonstration team. The Liberals stated that an update would be provided on May 19 in Moose Jaw, and that the Snowbirds will continue performing with their current fleet as long as it is safe and feasible. The debate consisted mostly of the Conservatives pressing for answers and the Liberals deflecting until the upcoming announcement.
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“The defence minister said the Snowbird planes were unsafe. But his department says they can fly until at least 2030. Is the minister lying or does he not trust his own department?”