Thank you, Mr. Chair.
There were a couple of things that jumped out on this. One is the ability to be dynamic and nimble with the regulations, and that they allow for that response. There was one specific example. If regulated vessel speed restrictions are in place for a specific period of time but whale pods enter the area earlier than expected, the minister may vary the starting point through an order to ensure that environmental safeguards are in place at the appropriate moment. Conversely, if a whale pod leaves the area earlier than expected, restrictions could be adjusted via a ministerial order to ensure that there are no undue burdens on the shipping industry and do so in a timely manner.
To your point about consultation with organizations and stakeholders, I think we would all agree that this is what the minister does and, in fact, what departments and committees do all the time. I think that's addressed, so from my perspective, there's reason to not support the amendment on that basis.
It's been a long day.
Thank you.