You are absolutely right. Pay equity is a matter of fundamental justice for all Canadian and Quebec women. I cannot speak to the laws of Manitoba or Ontario, since I am not an expert. However, I can tell you that the proactive legislation on pay equity in Quebec, which we passed over 10 years ago, marked important progress for women. But despite the adoption of this proactive legislation in Quebec, we still need to help non-unionized women. If this bill which will restrict the rights of unionized women is adopted, just imagine what kind of message the government would be sending to other employers. It is high time to take up the fight against discrimination against women once more. However, the meaning within part 11 does the exact opposite.
I would invite you to look at the work done by the Task Force on pay equity. The task force did important, detailed and in-depth work, and conducted inquiries, and its recommendation is clear: we must adopt proactive pay equity legislation. Therefore, we certainty cannot support part 11 of this bill.