Thank you, Mr. Chair. I welcome the witnesses and their contribution to the work of this parliamentary committee.
Let's look at the bill clause-by-clause. In the notes we were given, we find very relevant explanations concerning certain sections. I want you to look at three sections among others, and especially at verbs and the terms that are used.
I direct your attention to clause 4. It states that “the Canada Industrial Relations Board (CIRB) would have the discretion to inquire into the application, either by way of a representation vote or in other way considered appropriate [...]”
I would like you to describe what is meant, technically, by the term “discretion”?