Mr. Chair, we have extended sickness benefits to 26 weeks. In Quebec, we've addressed the EI black hole by offering up to four additional weeks. This helps people in the following regions in particular: Gaspésie-Îles-de-la-Madeleine, Bas-Saint-Laurent-Côte-Nord, Centre-du-Québec, Chicoutimi-Jonquière and Nord-Ouest du Québec.
We have also introduced benefits for adoptive parents. However, it's not up to the demands of unions and workers. I met with representatives of the Centrale des syndicats du Québec, where you used to work, Ms. Chabot, as well as those of other bodies, such as the Fédération des travailleurs et travailleuses du Québec. They were surprised that we were able to offer four extra weeks, but they're asking us to do more. However, I have to exercise fiscal prudence.