I don't believe so. I wouldn't want to mislead you. My officials are telling me no, so we're not a party to a legal action.
We're here representing the people of Saskatchewan--the families, the jobs, the opportunities. How can it be that an agreement would contract our ability to access U.S. markets by almost 50%? How can it be that Saskatchewan families are less important than other families across this nation? We're only asking for fair access and that the analysis of what makes for fair access be looked at again. In 2000, we obviously had a certain number that gave us 2.5% of the exports, and now, in 2006, this agreement limits us to 1.3%. How can this be fair?
This is all we're asking. It's not complicated, from our perspective. Obviously there are negotiations, there are terms and conditions, and litigation has been taking place. This has been going on for a number of years. If we're to find an agreement, a negotiated settlement, can't and shouldn't it be fair for all Canadians? Can't and shouldn't it be as fair for Saskatchewan as it is for Alberta, British Columbia, Ontario, and Quebec?