Mr. Speaker, as the hon. member knows that was a clear commitment we made during the last election campaign, that we would reform the employment equity programs. I would remind hon. members we have over 170 members to prove just how many Canadians supported that mandate.
The importance of ensuring equal access and equal opportunity in the workplace is one of the primary objectives to ensuring a good effective economy as well as ensuring the rights of men, women and all those who have disabilities or are visible minorities.
I will be tabling legislation next week in co-operation with my colleague the President of the Treasury Board. At that time the hon. member will get a full view of what is presented in the legislation. I cannot pre-present myself. I think the hon. member should wait and see what the bill has to say.