Citizenship and Immigration committee  Yes, I think that's a sensible move. I think that would be a very positive step forward.

Citizenship and Immigration committee  To the best of my knowledge, in the European countries, under the European Union directive on seasonal workers, workers are allowed to choose and change their employers. I think that's happening in Japan. They are actively forming their own technical internship program. They have

Citizenship and Immigration committee  Sorry, I didn't get the English translation.

Citizenship and Immigration committee  Yes, I agree that the workers should be able to choose their employers, if they wish, at their own will. That's what I have recommended.

Citizenship and Immigration committee  Certainly. Quebec has the power to do so, and I think for consistency that should spread across the country at the federal level.

Citizenship and Immigration committee  The regularization basically means to take the illegal status out of them so they will return to some kind of an immigration status allowing them to receive all the support that they need, particularly when they are being exploited. I think that's happening in various parts of th

Citizenship and Immigration committee  Yes, I think more unannounced visits should happen.

Citizenship and Immigration committee  Absolutely, yes. That's a fundamental right guaranteed under international human rights and labour laws. They should have that opportunity equally with Canadian citizens.

Citizenship and Immigration committee  First and foremost, a multi-stakeholder approach is extremely important. I do acknowledge that the Canadian government—the federal and provincial governments—is taking steps to include various stakeholders in exploring the best possible options for migrant workers, and I do encou

Citizenship and Immigration committee  Provided that the living conditions are good and in line with international human rights standards, I don't see why the employers cannot provide accommodations. I think it's extremely difficult to inspect, so I think the housing inspection should occur regularly with the help of

Citizenship and Immigration committee  No, I did not have a chance to visit. Once again, these locations were sometimes farms. As much as I would like to visit, the extent to which I can gain much out of it.... If I announce that I am going, would I be able to see the reality of it? Also, if I were to be refused—

Citizenship and Immigration committee  I have spoken to a large number of migrant workers who are living in employee-provided accommodations, not just in one location, not just in one sector, but in different sectors. Their stories were emerging from different sectors. I'm not necessarily criticizing agriculture, for

Citizenship and Immigration committee  No, I did not meet with fishermen.

Citizenship and Immigration committee  I'm sorry; I can't recall. I met 10 or so. I'm sorry, but I don't have the exact numbers at this stage.

Citizenship and Immigration committee  We had a consultation afterwards, and these issues were raised. I do appreciate that employers, whether in agriculture or not, spend an enormous amount of time, effort and resources to recruit. I appreciate that, but that doesn't give them the right to exploit or abuse workers.