I certainly agree, Mr. Speaker, that this issue of tied selling is a very difficult one because it pertains to the freedom of competition. I do not have the answer and I do not know if this bill really addresses it in any satisfactory way.
I know the minister and the department have been looking at the issue of tied selling for years. I wish I could offer the member an easy answer as I can with respect to my own hobby horses. I thank him for the question because I believe it is very appropriate.