I appreciate it. That's truly community building.
Since August 2019, the program has meant about $65 million for about 1,100 projects throughout Canada. That is very much appreciated.
I want to switch and talk about the advance payments program. The advance payments program plays a crucial role in supporting Canadian farmers. The financial assistance provides several benefits that help, including cash flow and flexibility.
Earlier this year, the government announced that the interest-free limit on the advance payments program will be set at $250,000 for the 2024 program year. Can you expand on that for this committee and explain why this news is important to farmers and ranchers in Kitchener—Conestoga and across Canada?