Mr. Speaker, I am very concerned with the situation affecting the residents of Pelee Island.
An officer of the federal mediation and conciliation service met with the parties on May 8, 2000. They were unable to reach an agreement. The federal mediation and conciliation service officer remains in contact with the parties and is available to provide them with mediation assistance once they resume negotiations. I urge both parties to return to the table and put an end to this dispute.