“We need this bill to build big projects and bring in investments, like the $500 billion recently promised. It helps workers and employers reach fair deals at the bargaining table.”

“Mr. Speaker, Bill C‑39 is intended to build Canada strong by advancing major projects and major construction initiatives, as requested by workers, among others. People are also looking to make significant investments. At the recent investment summit, we know that commitments of $500 billion in investments were announced. We want a very healthy labour-management climate. We want to provide a framework for these discussions and support them so that many more collective agreements can be reached at the bargaining table.”

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“That claim is an exaggeration, and we disagree with it. Most workers and employers reach deals on their own. This bill gives extra help from mediators to the small number that struggle, so they can reach an agreement.”

“Mr. Speaker, I think that is an exaggeration. We obviously do not share that view. What we want to do is support the parties. Ninety-five per cent of parties successfully negotiate collective agreements. We want to better support the remaining 5% with special mediators and support from the Department of Labour, so that collective agreements can be reached in the federal sector.”

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