I didn't know we were going to debate this motion per se during this meeting, but seeing as we're having a debate on this motion at this meeting, I guess I'll add my two cents, in case anybody else has anything to add.
We've heard what Jerry had so say. I think it's important that we have Bombardier appear before this committee. It would be great if they could appear before the committee sooner rather than later. I think it would be great for them to explain many things, about all the jobs they create in this country, the great product that they create in this country, and also make a case to this committee in an open, public, and transparent way as to why future assistance would benefit their continuing on as a great company, a great Canadian company.
It's not uncommon for committees to meet after the House has recessed for the summer. It would be appropriate. Considering the dollar amount that's been asked, or allegedly asked, of the government, I think it would be great to have Bombardier appear for one, two, or three meetings so they can lay it out and explain their point of view and the benefits of the dollars they're asking for from the federal government.