First of all, thanks very much for coming here, Minister. There are a few things I was proud to see in the budget. I think the money set aside for shelters under the housing is very important for people with addictions and for people fleeing violence. I would like to commend the government on that. I think it was very much needed, as was the caregiver employment insurance. I think that 15 weeks is a very positive thing that will be given to people who need to stay home and take care of their critically ill family. I commend you on those two efforts.
I have a question in response to the parental leave. We heard this week from witnesses regarding top-ups. Now they're stating that the parental leave is going to be 33% of the actual employment insurance benefit. We recognize the maximum benefit is $555 per week, so we have to see how little this money is going to be.
I would like to know the government's plan, because we heard people say that there needs to be a top-up. How is the government planning on making this benefit? We talk about men wanting to take part of the parental leave and that's what we're trying to do, but we're going to now be asking people to have 33% of their income. What are we expecting the private sector to do here? There's talk of a top-up, but the private sector cannot afford a top-up at that rate. As I have quite a few questions, could you please tell me in brief and precise terms what the plans are for that?