My only comment, Mr. Chair, is that the witnesses that we've heard to date are either those directly involved within the government or those who reflect large bodies--the Canadian Labour Congress, the Federation of Independent Business, the CAW, and on and on. This individual may have some pertinent facts, but it remains to be seen who he represents--perhaps himself. I think this is a slippery slope for committees to entertain.
I think that the wishes or the demands from the last meeting were to have Mr. Taillon come before the committee, present his information, have questions asked of him, and be prepared to entertain those questions. I think the committee should stay focused and avoid the temptation to bring witnesses who represent possibly themselves and their own calculations.
No offence to the witness is suggested. I just feel as though that is the slippery slope that committees must resist.