Good day, Mr. Bachand.
Yes, the caucus is extremely important. As was mentioned earlier, the aerospace industry in Canada is a real masterpiece. There are some delicate elements. Nathalie referred to them earlier. Federal support is essential, but we must not forget provincial support. Quebec is investing heavily in this industry. It is extremely important.
With regard to the C-17 plane, you may know that it contains a Pratt & Whitney motor manufactured in Hartford, U.S.A. With the Flight Operation Centre, which is moving to Mirabel, and with Bombardier, with our new Pure Power Geared Turbofan motor, that we bring in from Hartford, Canada can benefit from significant spinoffs. There will be spinoffs concerning the C-17 planes at the very least.
With regard to the aerospace caucus, I would say that it is becoming increasingly important. Even if governments change, we need to be clear that there will be a policy and that it will continue to apply over the coming years, that it won't change each time. The uncertainty in the market is becoming a problem, in our opinion. It might be much easier to find the necessary support in other countries. You are no doubt aware that the major companies don't wait too long before deciding to go elsewhere if they find themselves in a chronic situation. Fortunately, things are different in Canada. Our governments want to help us. They have done so in the past and want to do so now as well as in the future. It is important to have long-term, concrete measures.