I, too, will be voting against it. I know I'm new on the committee, and I still have a lot to learn, but I feel that over the last few months I have had a chance to hear many witnesses speak about the new NAFO convention. I've also had a chance to review and read the report prepared by the analysts.
We have heard from legal experts, Ted McDorman and Phillip Saunders, both respected legal experts on the management of the high seas. In addition, we've heard from impressive groups from the industry who support the new convention and think it's good for the fishing industry. We've also heard from our own minister, Gail Shea, and now we've just heard from Minister Hearn. Both are passionate about these reforms.
For these reasons, I'll be voting against it.