CIIT Committee Report
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Supplementary opinion of the New Democratic Party of Canada
The committee heard compelling testimony against Investor-State-Dispute-Settlement (ISDS) clauses, specifically how they not only prioritize the rights of corporations over the rights of people but also dilute government’s ability to make decisions in the best interests of citizens. New Democrats are disappointed that the committee did not come to the conclusion that ISDS clauses should not be pursued in future trade agreements and phased out of agreements that currently include them.
NDP recommendation:
1. That the Government of Canada not pursue investor–state dispute-settlement mechanisms as it undertakes negotiations for future international trade and investment agreements. Moreover, as expeditiously as possible, the Government should begin to phase out such mechanisms in existing agreements.