I thank the member for her question.
I will ask the deputy minister to answer the question on the $5.5 million.
As for the effective date of April 1, we use the best scientific data available, in consultation with the industry, to determine the opening of our fishing seasons. We are looking at the scientific data. It is important for this review to be done to inform any decision on the opening date.
That said, we do understand the importance for fishers in your riding to have a date soon.