I understood that amendment NDP‑9 was not being moved, but we still have to rule on clause 17. I have a question about the transitional provisions. I won't read the entire clause, but subclause 17(3) specifically says that “subsections 94(4) to (8), apply as of the day on which this section comes into force in respect of any strike or lockout that is ongoing on that day.”
I'd like to be sure that I properly understand this clause. So on the day this bill comes into force—and that is something we will be voting on shortly—let's say it will come into force tomorrow, the transitional provisions mentioned in clause 17 would apply if there were any ongoing strikes or lockouts.
My question is whether the transitional provisions would apply on the day the bill comes into force?