Mr. Gauthier, correct me if I am wrong but, in my opinion, amendment L-3 introduces the infamous connection to the shipowner.
A number of witnesses from the legal community said that there must be a connection with the shipowner. Before proposing this bill, I am sure that you considered that. I am not comfortable with this. It seems to me that the more we add to the legislation, the more complicated it becomes. I would like you to make my job easier.
You undoubtedly analyzed the fact that there must be a direct nexus with the shipowner at all times and looked at which types of contracts with the owner would be involved. Why did you not go this route? Please enlighten me.