Thank you for the question. It's an important one.
We always said that the emergency support programs were temporary. They were extremely helpful and gave a tremendous number of people a much-needed boost.
I believe about 36,000 people are in a situation where they could receive some form of financial assistance. Obviously, certain conditions will apply. Some people have left the arts sector, and others will have to demonstrate that they still earn a living from their craft and are affected by the pandemic. This is a $60‑million assistance program. Artists will have access to $2,500 in financial support for individual projects. It's a one-time payment.
As long as these workers are in lockdown situations, they can still count on other government support programs.