Thanks for your question.
We did give feedback through our industry rep at the Retail Council of Canada, so feedback was given to the government.
Like almost every retailer, we're seeking to reduce our use of plastics. However, I am concerned that the legislation regulation is running way ahead of the packaging innovation and available technology. I was reading that a study commissioned by the Canadian Produce Marketing Association said that the proposed rules would add a 30% increase to the cost of packaging. That's supported by the Retail Council of Canada's preliminary estimate. This would obviously exacerbate inflation if it were to occur.
I'd also, as you mentioned, be very worried and uncomfortable about moving too fast. The number one job we have is to ensure food safety. That's our number one job in this country. We have a great country in terms of food safety. We have to be careful on that. I'm worried that if we act in haste, food waste could increase, which is really bad.
We'll always look to eliminate plastics wherever we can, but let's make sure we're doing the right things and not acting hastily. We have to think things through.