These contributions are allocated to the department for its operations. They are not intended for any specific activity; they are simply part of our budgetary base. To run Industry Canada, we need approximately $400 million a year, and 80% or 85% of this amount originates from the consolidated fund. Therefore, we obtain a transfer from Treasury Board. The rest comes from contributions and receipts originating from this program. This $23 million is integrated into the department's operating base. It is not allocated to any specific activity.
On December 1st, 2011. See this statement in context.