The proposed changes, particularly to the introduction or purpose section, clearly reflect the feedback that was received by the panel dealing with the Canada Marine Act when they conducted their review. There was very broad-based input to that effect.
We've also had the benefit of a number of years since that review took place. One of the areas that have come to the forefront is an interest in short-sea shipping--which as a service has existed for many years--as a concept for integrating the marine sector with other modes of transport. There would be the possibility of more efficient use of waterways, and that could have a positive impact on environmental sustainability, reduction of congestion, a more efficient type of operation, more efficient use of port installations, and so on. These are all elements that have come into play in our interactions with the port authorities and other interests. It's not just the ports; the users of the ports have outlined such areas. I think we can clearly see that by virtue of the interest demonstrated in various conferences dealing with the marine sector and short sea shipping.
As far as where various parties stand on the proposed bill, I believe the Association of Canadian Port Authorities released their first assessment of the bill last week. The bill was only introduced very recently. We haven't had the benefit of hearing from too many interested parties, but we do understand there is a lot of interest out there. From what we have heard anecdotally, it's favourable.