Thank you, Mr. Chair.
Welcome.
The main estimates involve a decrease of $16.7 million related to the implementation of the new aquaculture initiative. Could you give us an idea of what this is all about?
Also, as has been indicated, the sustainable aquaculture program has been cut by $17 million. Why has it been cut nearly in half? What programs would be affected if that funding is not put back in place?
I would also like to ask you whether there is a plan to expand the salmon farming open-net industry on the west coast of this country. Is there a plan to expand the salmon open-net concept across the country?
Thank you.