Thank you, Mr. Chair.
Thank you, Minister and staff, for coming.
I think what we've heard from people is that changes were definitely necessary for this program.
I have a couple of really specific questions that came up as a result of testimony, but I wanted a point of clarification first.
The department's website, on May 21, 2010, under “Frequently Asked Questions”, indicated that country foods or traditional foods have actually always been eligible but have been restricted because they typically do not come from eligible entry-point communities.
I would just like this clarified. I think we've heard mixed testimony about whether they used to be eligible.