Yes, absolutely. The reason, as I think another witness prior to me said, is that it takes about five years to fully commission the project. So if these particular items were even allowed to be reclassified, or whatever way in which it would be done, that would be very helpful for our industry. Especially with the strong Canadian dollar, it is an opportunity for our members to purchase equipment and to invest. It's certainly a challenge finding enough labour to work in the facilities. If they can buy new equipment and write it off more quickly, they can afford to do so. It really does help the Canadian meat industry to remain competitive.
On May 21st, 2013. See this statement in context.