Yes. Thank you, Mr. Chair.
I propose that Bill C‑35 be amended by adding after line 28, page 7 the following new clause:14.1 Quebec retains sole responsibility for implementing, evaluating and adapting its early learning and child care policies and programs in Quebec, and therefore the council's functions do not extend to early learning and child care, or any other related activity, in Quebec.
This amendment serves to reiterate Quebec's sole jurisdiction in this area. Quebec does not wish to be evaluated or monitored by some council that answers to Ottawa. This area, in which Quebec is a pioneer, falls under provincial jurisdiction. The amendment comes at the request of the Cabinet of Quebec's Finance Minister, and we hope that everyone will support the amendment.