Thank you, Chair.
I think some important comments have been made. What we're talking about here is wanting to avoid the perception that this legislation is being rammed through in short order, which is certainly how it could be perceived if Mr. Lake's motion is not adopted.
I too have been hearing from constituents who were very quick to follow this kind of legislation in the House. They're wanting to make presentations and be a part of this process. I think it's only fair for all Canadians, as Mr. Coderre suggested, that as legislators we take our responsibility seriously. To suggest that we can ram through this legislation in a very short two meetings will strike great concern amongst business owners and employees alike across the country, and I think it's only fair to Mr. Nadeau that this legislation have a proper hearing and that enough witnesses have a chance to appear before the committee, with enough time to prepare their presentations.
I note, with the short period of time that is currently being proposed for groups to gather their thoughts and their research and to make some recommendations, that for many of them it's going to be impossible to appear in time and to participate in this important process. Out of respect for Mr. Nadeau and for the legislation and for our responsibilities, I can only hope that the members opposite will support this motion.