Thank you, Mr. Chair.
I have a fairly simple question. It's the same question that I've asked various stakeholders at other meetings.
Bill C‑26 sets out quite heavy financial penalties for organizations that fail to comply with decisions or demands imposed by the government. We don't know what these demands might be, because the power granted is quite broad.
I asked the stakeholders whether these penalties were excessive. Some said that, instead of imposing penalties, incentives should be introduced to encourage organizations to comply with the government's demands. Others said that the penalties should be maintained, but that incentives for organizations should still be implemented.
Mr. Smith or Mr. Ghiz, what do you think of the penalties targeting companies such as the ones represented by your association?