We began by having discussions with officials from Natural Resources Canada and then with officials from the Department of Finance. Given that I did not attend those meetings, I am unable to give you a precise answer. Nevertheless, overall, the government considers that this tax credit must be reviewed from time to time. It therefore regularly grants extensions to us. That is all very well, but when an extension only lasts one year, that does not provide you with much time. The funds must be drawn and expended in Canada within a limited time frame. If this program were to be permanently established... These things never last forever, but this nevertheless is one of the bases that are very important for our industry, and I cannot accept the need for it to be reviewed at the present level. The present percentage, 15%, could be increased. That is another issue and I could provide arguments in favour of such a move. Were it permanent, the present 15% tax credit would serve Canada well.
