As an industry spokesperson, I'd say that our position is to outline and identify the stumbling blocks and obstacles to unlock the full capacity or full potential of the Canadian economy. Our position with some industry partners has also been to engage with the CBSA. Our position is to work with CBSA, Canadian authorities and Canadian departments to find the best possible solutions.
I don't think it's up to our association to dictate whether it should be a public or a private service. We're saying that we need more flexibility and more collaboration from the departments, specifically the CBSA. So far, they have applied a one-size-fits-all model. We need a more tailor-made model to adapt to different secondary ports and to support regional economic development. We also need more involvement of Canadian domestic shipowners to unlock the full capacity and potential of the Canadian economy for more economic benefits for all Canadians and for Quebeckers as well.
