Mr. Speaker, my question is for the Minister of Human Resources Development. Many times in this House, the Minister of Human Resources Development has championed consultation on the fisheries industry adjustment strategy, especially on the issue of individual contracts. However, on Saturday, his press secretary confirmed that the government would no longer require individual contracts:
There is really no need for a separate contract.
My question is this: Did the minister not consult with the unions on the obligation to sign individual contracts, which in the words of the union president added unnecessary stress and pressure to the people and that as a result, he had to retreat?