Thank you, Mr. Chair.
I think the personal observation based on Bill C-21 as written, and even with what you propose here, is that if you are an independent candidate, you're seriously disadvantaged. I'll just make that remark as an opener. I'm not asking for a comment.
Mr. Mayrand, do you know whether banks and other financial institutions are comfortable with the provisions of Bill C-21? Ultimately, they are going to be deciding whether or not to grant a loan, in situations that may become public knowledge.