Thank you, Mr. Speaker. This was recognized as an issue in this report. It is not a new concern, Mr. Speaker. I think the Ordinary Members realize that all of the regions in the country except for Nunavut have Public Service Commissions. Our government currently loses one-third of all appeals any time there is a job grievance. Our affirmative action statistics are dismal and are not getting much better. Just in explanation to the public, that is why we felt it was time to take action. We felt we had to do something.

We have recommended a Public Service Commission. Basically, our constituents said to us, "Let us take the politics out of hiring." This was our response. We hope the government will take action. Thank you, Mr. Speaker.

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