Ms. Lavallée, you're arguing from the principle that all the small stations are owned by large corporations. That isn't the case. In the next few meetings, you'll be meeting witnesses who own four stations. There are a lot of people like that. A large percentage of the small stations are operated by independent entrepreneurs who own one or two stations. They have a very difficult task and day-to-day existence.
As for the artists, they like local radio. For example, in a small community like Pemberton, a minor musician who comes from there wants his productions to be heard on the radio. That's important for him.
We want to support our industry. I work from the principle that I don't make a copy because I want to make money, but because I simply want to broadcast a product. When I broadcast, I pay a good price for the right to do so.
Thank you.