Thank you, Mr. Chair.
Thank you to all of our witnesses here. You provided some excellent testimony.
Several of you commented on the fact that you felt this bill had been very rushed, and you indicated you had five days' notice.
Last week, we heard from two ministers at this committee. Both of the ministers indicated that the fishing industry was very important. That they wanted to hear the voices of the fish harvesters was what Minister Wilkinson indicated. Minister O'Regan said that there had been consultations within the fisheries and oceans sectors in the provinces. This was also indicated by the Liberal member, Yvonne Jones. She said she was also aware that broad consultations had taken place with fisheries and oceans, and that she was very supportive of the fishing industry.
Is that how you fishermen feel?