I tried to find some positive points in your answer, in so far as funding is concerned, but I was unsuccessful. Perhaps you can help me. I know that this is a concern of yours, and of industry officials as well.
To begin with, we already know that $20 million isn't enough. Financial requirements, pegged at $400 million in 2005, now top $470 million. The situation has worsened, despite the additional funds allocated for small craft harbour repairs and maintenance. It's clear that the initial request for $400 million wasn't so far-fetched after all.
Can you tell me if one of your department's priorities is to allocate additional funding for small craft harbours as of next year?