Again, we understand the government's objectives. We understand the desire to reduce temporary immigration. All we ask is for a nuanced and strategic approach that takes into account the regional realities of Canada's different regions.
For example, in a region such as Drummondville, or for Quebec in general, the manufacturing sector is a strategic factor. We believe that this sector should remain exempt from the recent restrictions announced since fall 2024. In particular, we believe that this sector should benefit from a ratio higher than 10% of temporary foreign workers in low‑wage positions. This sector should also remain exempt from suspensions of LMIA applications on the basis of unemployment rates, for instance.
