Mr. Speaker, the actions of the government are not contrary to the rule of law. As the member knows, the government of Quebec also retroactively acted in this case.
In this case, the Government of Canada is not challenging the decision of October 17, 2001. The retroactivity applies only because of the notice of December 21, 2001. The member knows that, and he also knows that all of those who went forward at that time were well aware that the legislation would be brought to the House, which it has.