Thank you, Mr. Chair.
I would like to address the issue of noise again. It appears to have been a common refrain amongst the various witnesses who have appeared. I noticed in your comments that you suggested that rather than imposing restrictions that might be detrimental to the industry itself, current means of mediation be used to address noise concerns from the public.
Of course, numerous witnesses who appeared before us actually complained about the mediation process. They alleged that whatever mediation and dispute resolution was available didn't work. Residents became frustrated, municipalities became frustrated with the process, and they were asking for a much more rigorous regime within which their complaints could be heard.
You've suggested that mediation is still the optimal route and that you would prefer that mediation be the primary way of resolving these disputes. Could you comment on some of the statements that have been made by residents about the inadequacy of the mediation process, and also what would lead you to believe that mediation is going to adequately address noise problems without the legislation or regulations actually specifying noise levels?