Mr. Speaker, I have studied the bill and listened to debate today. We have had some five hours of debate already on the bill, today alone. It has been at committee. It has been well discussed and well debated on various avenues throughout its process.
The key focus of the government is jobs and economic growth. We want to ensure that we provide a reliable vehicle for shippers to get their products to market and to ensure that they and the railways are able to work together.
Richard Paton, president and CEO of the Chemistry Industry Association of Canada said:
The level of service offered by Canada's railways can make the difference between companies investing here, or taking their business elsewhere.
He goes on to say:
...this legislation is critical—not only for our industry's competitiveness, but for Canada's overall productivity and prosperity.
I think that puts it in a nutshell.