Thank you.
I'm not exactly sure who would be the best to answer this question; I know there are a few who might want to jump in on it. It's on the issue of midwives. There has been the suggestion by numbers of people that more of an endorsement and support and encouragement for midwives would be a great help in terms of reducing costs.
I know there are turf protection issues involved there as well. I'm well aware that professional bodies have their own vested interests, if you will, sometimes. But I would appreciate a response on that, maybe from the Canadian Nurses Association, and possibly from Dr. Day or Dr. Tholl. I know Saskatchewan is moving that way. There have been other provinces ahead of us. I see it as a good thing. Birth is a natural, normal kind of thing; it's not a disease. For most normal deliveries it can be a good thing and reduce costs significantly.
I would appreciate your comments with respect to that.