Thank you, Madam Chair.
Mr. Leduc, I want to say that I really appreciate the discussions we've had with you this morning, as well as your openness.
When my colleague Mr. Leitão was minister of finance, I was a member of the National Assembly and my party's critic for forests and mines. You raised several points that catch my attention. You spoke about efficiency in obtaining approvals. One of the current issues is precisely the time it takes to obtain approvals. I heard about that when I met with people on mining investments.
You spoke about efficient regulation. That's music to my ears. Once, I visited a mine and the people there told me how they had to provide so many files and documents they had to use a wooden pallet to hold them all. I figured they were using a metaphor to illustrate to me how much paperwork was involved. They said that it wasn't a metaphor; they really had sent a pallet full of documents. To be much more efficient, the regulations need to be simplified. I think that's one of the key points.
You also spoke about a one-stop shop. I think that is important, too. We are talking about regulation. Currently, there is an environmental study being done by Quebec and another one by the federal government. Why do the same study twice? We could be more efficient. What you said is very worthwhile.
Now, I want to talk to you about an article in this morning's La Presse about a lithium mine in Shaakichiuwaanaan, in northern Quebec. The project involves critical minerals and batteries. It represents a significant energy transition and a $3‑billion investment. Apparently, the proponent is currently seeking capital for the project.
Earlier, you said that the size of your portfolio gives you access to investments that few can access. Is this the kind of project that would be of interest to you?