I want to talk about the type of contamination.
As you know, on the coasts, in our regions, there are a lot of cottages and houses. Some were built many years ago. They certainly have septic systems that are no longer adequate. Also, when big storms or heavy rains happen, water flows toward the coast and carries other types of contaminants, such as the ones we mentioned earlier.
Given that the water warms up along the shores of the bays, are there more contaminants in those areas?
Are contaminants more prevalent now than they were in recent years?
The question is for Ms. Gaudet or any of the other witnesses.