Thank you, Madam Chair.
I also thank the minister and the minister's representatives for being here with us today.
I am pleased to see that an additional $2 billion are being invested in arts and culture, especially since scientific studies in recent years have shown that a dollar invested in this area brings seven times its value. So we can certainly expect that $2 billion could easily generate additional economic benefits to the tune of $14 billion. Across the country, people from the private sector will certainly be in favour of this investment; they will welcome it and make their own contribution.
Madam Minister, as you know, we are currently conducting a study on the media and local communities. To date, we have heard from a number of local organizations. One of their challenges is to adapt quickly to the evolving digital platforms.
Could you share your priorities with us in that regard? How do you plan to meet the challenges of local communities?