Mr. Speaker, I thank the hon. member for his question, but I disagree with the premise of it.
I went out and spoke to members of the business community in Thunder Bay—Rainy River throughout the consultation period. We received answers from the Thunder Bay Chamber of Commerce, small business groups across the riding, and small businesses in Fort Francis. We brought that information to the minister and the department to get the right piece of legislation before this House.
I do not know if the member consulted with his business community, but I certainly did in my riding, and I encourage all members to consult with their members across their regions.