Mr. Chair, I realize that it's not regular procedure, but I think all of us here, at the table, understand that being an MP can be a bit complicated and that our primary role and responsibility is to act in accordance with our own views. Sometimes those views overlap, but not always. We have to do everything in our power to stand up for the interests of our country, our people, and our workers. That's definitely one thing we can all agree on.
I have to say that I don't support the amendment. That said, out of respect for the explanation we just received and the discussions we've had on the issue going back weeks now, I think it would be useful to take the time to discuss the amendment.
Thank you very much, Mr. Chair.