I thank my colleague for his question.
I have to tell you that I am particularly sensitive to the whole issue of small and medium-sized businesses, given that I was raised by parents who owned a small business. I come from a rural area where there are a lot of small businesses.
Our government has committed to supporting small businesses. In my view, they create jobs and wealth, and they diversify our economy.
At the Canada Revenue Agency, we have established a service to support small businesses as they are starting up. Last year, we held consultations with small businesses across the country. We wanted to determine how the agency could continue to improve its services and to help small businesses not only as they start up, but also as they continue their activities.
Mr. Gallivan will be able to provide you with additional information on that.