Madam Speaker, in December 2013 the agreement itself was signed off on. As the member is likely aware, the World Trade Organization comprises about 160 countries, a certain percentage of whom have to ratify the agreement. It would appear as if there is support on all sides of the House to see Bill C-13 advance. I am wondering if my colleague might share his thoughts with members of the House on how he believes this legislation should ultimately go through. Does he see it consuming a great deal of time, or would he rather see it go through quickly, given that it appears that all parties support it and that the support of 108 countries, I believe, is required for its ratification?
In the House of Commons on September 19th, 2016. See this statement in context.