Pursuant to the order of reference of Wednesday, October 25, 2006 Bill C-257, An Act to amend the Canada Labour Code (replacement workers), the committee will now resume its work on the study.
I would like to take this time to welcome the Department of Human Resources and Social Development. We have the Deputy Minister of Labour; the Director General, Labour Program, Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service; and some legislative help as well as senior counsel. Usually you'd have seven minutes each, but because the reason for the meeting today is to have you here, you can take the time you need.
Mr. Sheikh.