Thank you, ladies and gentlemen.
Mr. Rutherford, I found your comments interesting. Since this committee began its work, we have seen that a lot of research is done in Canada, but that budgets are never enough. It also seems all very fragmented. I find that it sometimes lacks direction and perspective. I promised myself that I would take the summer to re-read all the documents we have on the subject and see if there is a common thread.
We know that we need perspective because we are dealing in the long term. Research precedes the application of the research. You tell us that we need a coordinated approach. But the organization that had the responsibility to provide one has been closed. I would like to know the name of that organization and why it was closed. I would also like you to tell us how all this research can be coordinated.