It's vital. This is so important because the entire media sector obviously suffers from a lack of funding. In addition, Radio-Canada has a presence in all regions and in all artistic fields. Music in particular is an area I'm familiar with. I used to run music radio.
Without Radio-Canada, it would be extremely difficult and challenging, if not impossible, for many artists to have a career. Emerging artists from all genres receive support, whether in classical, jazz, French chanson or what have you. By that I mean that the public service's mission is to support arts and culture, and without CBC/Radio-Canada, our cultural sector would be in woeful shape.