You mentioned as well that retention and recruitment of international students, and of students, period, was key. However, I also notice that some of the provinces have increased their HST rates to 15%, for example, in New Brunswick, P.E.I., and Newfoundland and Labrador. We have carbon taxes going up, and the CPP tax hikes on families are impacting the lives of individuals as well. Can you comment on whether you think these tax increases from both federal and provincial governments are having any impact on population rates and immigration retention in your region? They certainly would in ours.
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