I'm hoping that members of the committee, no matter what their party, understand the nature of the forest crisis. In Ontario over the last two weeks we lost 1,100 jobs. I know that in New Brunswick and Quebec, similar numbers have been happening. The issue has to be addressed from a labour standpoint, a community standpoint, and our international competitiveness from an industrial standpoint.
So as an issue, I can't think of any one that deserves more front-burner attention at this time, Mr. Chair.
I'll keep it brief, because I could use the rest of the time talking about it.