I would just like to add that, in Quebec, we have five major theatre—exclusively theatre—and artistic festivals. Of the $30 million announced by Ms. Verner for prominent festivals, 0.10 per cent of the budget increase went to these artistic festivals, and the rest went to the other festivals. My comments are not in any way a criticism of those other festivals, but art festivals, which are an opportunity for our artists and companies to make a direct connection with their audiences, are receiving very, very, very little benefit from this increase. If there were a substantial increase in funding, I think that connection would be very strong. For the time being, that is not the case.
On March 9th, 2009. See this statement in context.