Thank you, Madam Chair.
I've been writing to my daughter to ask her to remind me of the name of the contemporary artist we saw together at the Copenhagen Art Centre. The artist was actually part of the work itself. It spoke to us a great deal. The city of Copenhagen is very inspiring. I can't help but think of it since we are indeed talking about cultural districts and community hubs. I also remember the Papiroen, in Copenhagen; it's a type of gathering of food trucks and food stalls that bring a community dimension to the art of dining and of gastronomy.
I think that this morning's group of witnesses is very interesting, once again. The Canadian Arts Coalition representatives have reminded us of the need for mediation spaces, work spaces and residential spaces for artists. Based on Ms. Engle's presentation, we are really talking about projects.
Honestly, I have to tell you that I only learned about your existence this morning. It is abundantly clear that you really provide enormous support to a multitude of fresh and engaging events. The images you showed us as examples of involvement were exceptional.
However, I cannot help but go back to your presentation, Ms. Savoie. Personally, I remember that when the Spectrum de Montréal was still in existence, it was in the front of an old Toronto-Dominion Bank that had closed its doors. We don't know what the modalities were. And that is in fact the subject of my question.
We are talking about communities that are affected by the closure of certain businesses. The TD Bank was located at the intersection of Bleury and Saint-Catherine streets, and it looked like an open wound; there was nothing there. And then, you arrived.
Did you get any support at the time? If so, which government level provided it?