Do you have a time frame? This problem has existed for two years; it also existed under the previous government. Everyone agrees that the federal government should take the lead and apply the rules. In my opinion, it is not that complicated a thing to do. Do you have a more specific idea of when you will be able to act in this regard?
Whenever I go back to my riding, I meet with producers. They aren't just numbers; they are people, families. The dairy industry and supply management have suffered adverse impacts following the Trans-Pacific Partnership Agreement and the Canada-European Union Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement. However, there is still no word about the compensation that was to be given to the industry. I am going to conclude this question by adding that I find this very frustrating.
I have another very important question to ask.
There have been some big losses and issues regarding labour, particularly in Quebec. In that province in 2014, these losses amounted to about $52 million. I have met with several key stakeholders from the industry, and everyone agrees that the government has to do something.
Recently, your government made a change by granting an exemption to seafood processors in the Maritimes. Will other measures be implemented to help other Canadian industries, such as those that produce mushrooms, beef, and vegetables?