Well, of course I would be very concerned by any delay tactics—parliamentary tricks—to delay passage of this important legislation that has been so long in the making. We do, however, call on this committee to thoroughly consider the bill in front of you and make the necessary amendments: to roll up your sleeves, go the distance and make this the best bill it can be. I don't think that has to be a long process.
The reality is that the original version of this bill was actually introduced in the House before the last election, after a lengthy process of review, as I mentioned, including examination by this committee and multiple engagement processes led by Environment and Climate Change Canada.
I think the committee is well positioned to examine the issues without delay, and I hope you will see fit to approve the amendments we are recommending. I would love to see an improved bill passed by the end of the year, if that is possible. If it takes a bit longer to get it done, I can wait a bit longer, but let's make sure to avoid any further unnecessary delays in updating CEPA.