Good afternoon. Thank you for being here and for clarifying certain points.
Sometimes a number of prejudices appear in the opposition members with regard to budget developments and things like that. The fact that you're appearing here in a neutral and impartial light gives credibility to the direction the department has taken and to various decisions.
A news release entitled, “Environment Minister John Baird Moves to Protect Environmental Programs,” was issued on September 25.
Are you aware of that?