Mr. Chair, I applaud your efforts to get the committee through this quickly. For me, however, the weeks I spend in my riding are not vacation weeks. My schedule is literally packed from beginning to end. For example, in the second week, I have two passport help sessions for citizens. I would have to change my entire schedule and that would require a lot of organization. For me, it's impossible. I'm not acting in bad faith by any means, but it's impossible for me unless I get a replacement.
On March 31st, 2023. See this statement in context.