Thank you very much, Mr. Chair.
I do echo the comments of my colleagues in terms of thanking each one of you for being here. I appreciate the comments you have already made, as well as the answers you've provided to some of our questions.
We heard earlier that this legislation was developed in collaboration with a number of ministries, as well as three provinces.
Mr. Amos, you referenced a number of issues that you worked very hard on, both with NRCan officials as well as through conversations with the government. We know that there was consultation outside of government.
I'm wondering if you had an opportunity...or did you submit a brief or provide any guidance during the drafting of this bill?