I'm wondering if Mr. Bélanger would take a friendly amendment to strike out the words “prior to its commencement”. I say that because I think it would be clear that the minister would have notice of this particular motion if it were to pass by the committee. As well, it is clear that working with this particular committee could only be an advantage for the minister. To put “prior to its commencement” simply limits the situation over the summer and it limits the opportunity the minister has to come to the rescue of remailers, rural mail, and rural post offices. I don't think it's appropriate.
On May 28th, 2007. See this statement in context.