Mr. Speaker, in connection with the softwood lumber situation, when the Minister for International Trade says that there is no question of negotiating concessions and that he intends to continue with legal proceedings, he has our support. He must, however, understand that his delay in unveiling phase two of his industry assistance plan is putting companies at risk of closure.
Is the minister aware that every day that passes has a heavy impact on these companies and that the government needs to provide them with prompt assistance, primarily in the form of loan guarantees?