I'm glad you're here, Mr. Perron. You represent one of the ridings next to mine. I'm pleased to talk to a colleague and a friend. Agriculture is especially important to our two ridings.
I've spoken to the grocers since the meeting. You know me. I'm not one to let things go. Many initiatives have been taken. In fact, I would like to acknowledge the Quebec minister, Mr. Lamontagne, who did a lot of the work. Minister Bibeau, who served before Minister MacAulay, worked on it too. This work was done over two years, which shows how important the grocery code of conduct is. I assure you that we will continue to exert pressure on Loblaws and Walmart. Personally, I think that this code is vital for Canada.
One way or another, there will be a code of conduct. If grocers sign on to it voluntarily, then that would be a good thing and that is what we would like to see. If some decide not to, then we will be obligated to take action to ensure—