Thank you for that question.
The decision on January 14 was the most painful and agonizing of my 34 years in business. It was very hard to come to the realization that to continue with the company as is would provide an even greater risk and potential for liquidation, which we certainly did not want to face.
My comment with respect to the employees is that of appreciation for their work, which has been above and beyond any expectations, and their professionalism in serving customers. The last nine months were actually a multi-year high in delivering for our customers and providing stability for the business, which is the best thing you can do in this environment.
The comment and the conversation is that for 2008, the $9 million amount that you mentioned--and obviously for other executives--was based on stocks and options that today are worthless. As a result of filing for CCAA, that's no longer in place, but it has been a very difficult and agonizing decision. It's been very difficult and agonizing to see what has been happening with our employees.
The only thing I can tell you is that we are working around the clock. We have lots of support and professional pride from the existing employees to be able to optimize the value of the business, which is the only and the best thing you can do for current and for former employees.