Madam Chair, in fact, in some sectors, we have created work permit flexibility for those who are here on closed work permits to then transition to other employers under the LMIA regime.
The point I would make, Madam Chair, is that we have addressed policies to reduce the disruption that has been caused by the pandemic to provide greater certainty with regard to status. The essential workers pathway is a monumental step in that direction. It will allow not only the 90,000 who are eligible under it, but also those they may sponsor, to achieve permanent status as well.