Thank you, Mr. Speaker. My question is to the Minister responsible for the WCB. Section 1 of the Workers' Compensation Act defines the YMIR, year's maximum insurable remuneration, as $40,000. This means that no matter how much money a worker has been earning at the time of his injury, he will never be paid any more than $40,000. Mr. Speaker, it appears to me that this situation is rather unfair, particularly to the high income earners who suffer permanent disability injuries and must try to meet existing mortgages, pay the bills, and look after their children.
My question to the Minister is, since becoming Minister, has he received, by way of a formal motion or resolution of the Workers' Compensation Board, a recommendation to adjust the YMIR by amending the Workers' Compensation Act?