That's an interesting comment. One of the principal elements of my mandate, specifically designated by the Minister of Industry, was being an international ambassador for science and technology, understanding and knowing about international developments in science and technology, being Canada's representative at the G8 Carnegie meetings, which are held twice annually.
So there's no question that I have done a lot of international travel. The Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade has used my office extensively. I would honestly say those have been very worthwhile expenditures that couldn't have been possible without our commitment to an S and T ambassadorial role.