Thank you very much, Chair.
First of all, I take great umbrage to Mr. Rankin's assertion earlier that I said, “Don't worry, be happy”. If he's going to quote me, which I don't fault him for, I would encourage him to quote me accurately.
As far as NDP-4 goes, clearly this motion should be rejected. Certainly, internships that are undertaken as part of a course of study at an educational institution, such as co-op placements, are a long-standing practice and the bill recognizes a key component of many educational programs. The proposed legislation provides flexibility to permit these types of internships, while recognizing that educational institutions already provide oversight that helps to ensure that these internships offer legitimate and meaningful learning experiences.
NDP-5 should also be rejected. The six criteria recognize other situations outside the context of an educational program where individuals can benefit from the experience gained from a short-term, unpaid internship. For example, recent graduates, new immigrants, and individuals returning to the workforce after a prolonged absence may also wish to participate in an unpaid internship. The six-part test will ensure that employers are able to offer legitimate learning experiences to them within the limitations established by the six criteria.
I'm unclear. Did the member talk about NDP-6?