Mr. Speaker, I had the opportunity to speak with a great number of MPs in the Liberal caucus. I spoke with several members of the Bloc Quebecois and with all the Conservative MPs who asked to speak with me. I was extremely available.
The Department of Human Resources Development did an exceptional job on the ground and I can say that I would still be very pleased to meet with all members. But confusion must not be spread about the issue of qualifying period. We were able to put cheques directly into the hands of the unemployed in affected regions two weeks ahead of time.