Thank you very much, Mr. Chair.
I want to make sure I have a proper answer to an important question.
Ms. Chabot talked about the provisions to amend the Criminal Code. We want to make sure that the rights of healthcare workers in terms of striking, picketing and otherwise exerting pressure is fully protected. We have heard positive answers, but I did not take very good notes. So I would like the clearest answer possible, and to be shown that the right is protected in an act, a section or a provision.
We have witnessed some disgraceful actions and some unfortunate events over the last 18 months. We therefore agree on the principle that healthcare workers must be protected. However, that must not impede the right of those same workers to exert pressure as their collective agreements are negotiated.
I would like someone to confirm that this basic right is protected in a specific section or in particular legislation. That would allow me to give a clear answer to any union representatives who may be concerned about the issue.