Dear,

On behalf of New Democrats, I would like to thank you for the offer of a technical briefing on
details contained in the Trans-Pacific Partnership agreement. Like all Canadians we are very
interested, and extremely concerned, about the details of this agreement and the impact it will
have on Canadian jobs, the environment and household budgets.
Over a week ago Minister Fast promised to make all details of the TPP available to the Canadian
people. He has broken that promise. Instead of openness and transparency, Canadians are
learning details through leaked information and the government’s own self-serving promotional
efforts. That’s not acceptable.
I promised to be open with Canadians and I’ve called on Stephen Harper to release all of the
details of this agreement.
I can’t agree to a private briefing that leaves Canadians in the dark. This secret trade deal will
affect all Canadians. It puts their jobs, their environment and their household budgets at risk.
This is a decision that effects all Canadians and every Canadian deserves the facts.
We look forward to a full and frank briefing as soon as one can be provided openly.
Sincerely,
Thomas Mulcair