I do not understand the government's argument. I could understand it if it came from the NDP, which has only one member on this committee, but the government has five members at the table. So I think they should be able to get at least one here. I think it is a question of respect for our witnesses.
When witnesses from British Columbia come to Ottawa, there is a cost to the committee. At the very least, we should be able to hear them. It is a question of respect not only toward witnesses, but also toward taxpayers. Clearly, the government should at least maintain the current rule, at the very least. The government is trying to save money in every possible way and has a very high accountability requirement. The motion is in keeping with this approach, and demonstrates respect for both taxpayers and witnesses.