Mr. Speaker, Paul Tellier has threatened to close the firm AMF in Montreal, if the union refuses to accept the conditions imposed by CN. The union and GEC Alsthom, the company trying to buy AMF, have almost reached an agreement, but CN is blocking any initiative that might lead to a settlement. At stake, let us not forget, are 1,300 direct jobs and 5,000 indirect jobs in southwest Montreal.
In view of the fact that CN's attitude in this matter could end up costing Montreal 6,300 jobs, does the Minister of Finance, responsible for regional development in Quebec, intend to intervene in this matter of importance to Montreal, the southwest part of Montreal, in his area, near his riding? Will he bring CN back to its senses?